The crazy story of my fifth finish at Cocodona 250. This year was full of surprises — I ran with a sickness, hallucinated witches and aliens, battled rain, hail, and mud, and somehow kept going with the help of an incredible crew.
I break down the highs and lows, from brain fog and rolled ankles to a bobcat sighting, and even the odd gear fix that saved the day (hint: Vagisil).
If you’re into ultrarunning, trail running, or just want to hear about pushing through 250 miles of chaos, this episode is full of stories, lessons, and plenty of humor.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Cocodona 250 Experience
03:00 Race Day Preparations and Crew Dynamics
05:51 The Struggles Begin: Weather and Physical Challenges
09:10 Hallucinations and Mental Battles
12:10 Navigating Through Adversity: The Role of Crew
14:52 The Mid-Race Shift: Coping with Illness
17:49 Finding Momentum: The Power of Music
21:02 Celebrating Small Victories
24:03 The Final Push: Overcoming the Last Hurdles
26:56 The Finish Line: Reflections and Revelations
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