Kettle Moraine 100 Race Recap

In this episode, Robbie and Justin celebrate the upcoming three-year anniversary of their podcast, Golden Hour Adventures. They discuss the future direction of the podcast, including a temporary shift away from guest interviews to focus on their own experiences and race recaps. Justin shares his recent experience at the Midnight Sun Run, detailing the challenges of running with a stroller and the community atmosphere of the event. The conversation then shifts to Justin's training for a 100-mile race, exploring the balance between family life and running, and the adjustments he plans to make for an upcoming 200-mile race. They emphasize the importance of enjoying the process and finding a sustainable approach to training. In this conversation, Justin Andreas shares his experiences and challenges faced during a recent ultra marathon, including strategies for managing heat, nutrition issues, and the importance of aid stations. He reflects on the lessons learned about expectations and self-discovery through the race, emphasizing the significance of enjoying the journey rather than fixating on specific goals.

00:00Introduction and Future of the Podcast 02:49Shifting Focus: Tales from the Trails 05:26Justin's Race Recap: The Midnight Sun Run 11:12Training for the 100-Mile Race 19:19Balancing Family and Running 22:03Reflections on Training and Results 24:49Long Runs and Training Strategies 26:43Mindset for the 200-Mile Challenge 29:15Travel and Race Preparation 33:34Race Day Experience and Conditions 40:59Nutrition Challenges During the Race 48:42Aid Station Support and Recovery 52:07Navigating Nutrition During the Race 59:23Reflections on Performance and Expectations 01:07:16Adapting Nutrition Strategies 01:07:41Aid Station Experiences and Community Support 01:11:36Lessons Learned from the Journey