//podcastplus.net/feed/podcast~4b99c2f0c4a9005ff097562b515456f454ad655952bf4ed6f7ae9b02acddbfdc We're here to help you become a smarter runner, run further, and fall in love with trail running. At RunBum Races, we're about the community. We want to share your stories of success, overcoming failure, training, and tales of the trails. Along the way, we want to give you as much FREE advice as we can. We want YOU to become a better ultra, trail and road runner. Have a story to tell? Someone you think we should feature? Training and race day advice that you want to know more about? Reach out and let us know at info@runbumtours.com~Bend, Don't Break Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:09:05 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/14011161-018-wild-florida-50k-recap.mp3 We're back from our summer siesta. We've been working hard prepping for the upcoming race season and we're stoked to be here. You may have noticed that we've renamed the podcast simply to the Runbum Podcast. Our motto is still 'Bend, don't break' but we wanted to streamline the name to fully encompass our race company RunBum Races. This past weekend, 11/18/23, we had our Wild Florida 50k trail race. A favorite race of Runbums, so much so that we worked extra hard to cover him while he raced the 50k! Wild Florida is extra special, because we get to collaborate with the Florida Trail Association. It's so great to work with them, as the Florida Trail holds a special place in our hearts. Listen along as the gang talks all about the race, the future of the race series, and Runbum's personal experience out on the tail. Thanks for listening and remember, Bend Don't Break. Check out the Florida Trail Association and ... Wed, 22 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/14011161-018-wild-florida-50k-recap.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13495636-017-running-beta-10-tips-for-50k-training.mp3 We here at RunBum are excited to be releasing a FREE 50k training program. Thats right; free. We don't want your email, likes, follows, or mother's maiden name. We just want you to become a stronger, faster, and smarter runner. In the excitement of finalizing the training plan, which you will eventually find on our website, runbumtours.com, we decided to release a few videos talking about training for a race.  Our experience isn't driven by online coaching certificates and lectures; it's found in the hours upon hours of training and race experience here at Runbum. If you have the means, we STRONGLY encourage you to hire your own coach (check out some of our previous episodes) but we also know that most people can't.  That's why we're here to help.  Ultra and trail running to us is a community well beyond the start and finish line of any race. Join us here on the podcast, on our social media, out on the trails for one of our group runs, and ... Wed, 30 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13495636-017-running-beta-10-tips-for-50k-training.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13451888-016-froggy-mountain-adventures-the-milk-man.mp3 Paul Tilley decided he wanted a trail of his own.  He bought property, near Galax, Virginia,  with the intention of building his own epic trail. Fast forward, and we have Froggy Mountain Adventures.  A few years later, and lots of sweat hours, he has turned his property into the site of arguably the most vert in a 100 mile race. Each lap is just over 1 mile with 500' up, and 500' down. Do the math.  When we think of ultra and trail running, Paul Tilley is the poster boy. He hosts group runs almost every day of the week. He's recently started building out camping, glamping and overlanding sites on the Froggy Mountain Property. Check out this latest conversation, and see if you have what it takes to tackle the Froggy Mountain 100mile race.  Thanks for listening and remember, Bend Don't Break.  Check out Froggy Mountain and everything Paul is up to at https://www.instagram.com/beerbellyrunning/ If you're looking for some fall races for your 2023 cale... Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13451888-016-froggy-mountain-adventures-the-milk-man.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13413615-015-runfluent-not-just-coaching-its-a-community.mp3 This is an episode that has been in the making since February. Runbum interviewed Ivi Stangle of RunFluent and we've been anxiously awaiting to interview her partner in RunFluent, and life, Chris Stangle. We finally got a chance to talk to Chris a few weeks ago about his coaching, and also 1st place finish at a true FloridaMan race, the Octopus Ultra. A gnarly 100mile in the middle of Florida summer makes this race an epic adventure, even for the seasoned runners. RunFluent is one of few coaching companies that we like to recommend when it comes to coaching and nutrition. They not only build your training plan to make you a better runner, they provide an amazing community and support system for runners across the state, and country. Thanks for listening and remember, Bend Don't Break. Check them out at http://dontjustrun.com/ https://www.instagram.com/runfluent_fulwise/ If you're looking for some fall races for your 2023 calendar, check out our races open for registr... Wed, 16 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13413615-015-runfluent-not-just-coaching-its-a-community.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13332373-running-beta-014-how-to-use-trekking-poles.mp3 We here at RunBum Studios have started a new series called "Running Beta." These will be quick episodes with training, gear, and nutrition tips. On todays episode, RunBum talks about something thats sort of taboo in the running world: trekking poles. We think they are a great addition to your long races and training days. Running with poles can drastically help your speed and efficiency at climbing those steep climbs, and also help with those last miles in a long, long race. If you're just listening to this running beta podcast, you might want to check out the video version on our YouTube channel as well! https://www.youtube.com/@runbumraces Thanks for listening and remember, Bend Don't Break. If you're looking for some fall races for your 2023 calendar, check out our races open for registration now! https://www.runbumtours.com/ Podcast produced, edited and all wizardly techy things  by Looking Glass Designs, LLC https://www.lgdesigns.me/ @ LGDesigns.me Tue, 01 Aug 2023 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13332373-running-beta-014-how-to-use-trekking-poles.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13293482-013-janice-anderson-from-the-track-to-the-trails-guts-founder.mp3 Today the Runbum talks with Janice Anderson.  Janice is the epitome of inspiration to switch from the track to the trail.  Janice was a fast track athlete from a young age; running her first marathon in the 8th grade at the rocket city marathon! She progressed to running fast 100k road races on the USATF team, setting multiple records and wins. She quickly progressed to one of the best ultra distance runners in the Southeast. She was the first woman to break 17 hours in a 100mile trail race. Held multiple course records, and was a 5 time member of the 100k National Team.  With her work at USATF and the Atlanta Track Club, she founded GUTS, Georgia Ultrarunning & Trailrunning Society, which has been running strong since 2004.  This episode is packed full of inspiration, training advice, and stories of the progression of ultra running. Sit back with a cup of Tailwind, and your favorite gel, and enjoy! GUTS Founded in 2004, Georgia Ultrarunning & Trailrunning Society (GUTS) is a non-prof... Wed, 26 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13293482-013-janice-anderson-from-the-track-to-the-trails-guts-founder.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13239915-012-brad-park-ten-10-running.mp3 Brad Park is family to the RunBum community. He's been the host of the Ten10 Running club for over 7 years. He is an ultra runner, but more importantly an ultra supporter. When he's not running races, he's always volunteering as aid station captain, trail maintainer, and runner support and crew. If you want to get into the trail running community, Brad is your mentor, and friend. Ten10 run club was where Sean and Scott (our producer and media coordinator) first met. I know, how cute. We here at the podcast are huge advocates of getting people into the ultra and trail community, and without people like Brad, we'd be a lost cause. Check out the Ten10 run club https://www.instagram.com/ten10runclub/ https://www.facebook.com/ten10runclub/ If you're looking for some fall races for your 2023 calendar, check out our races open for registration now! https://www.runbumtours.com/ Podcast produced, edited and all wizardly techy things  by Looking Glas... Tue, 18 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13239915-012-brad-park-ten-10-running.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13191176-011-lovelyn-findley-o-town-blazers-founder.mp3 Lovelyn Findley is a remarkable individual who has made significant strides in the trail running community of Central Florida. As the leader of the O-town Blazers trail running group, Lovelyn has played a pivotal role in inspiring and motivating runners of all levels to explore the beautiful trails of the region. Every Saturday, rain or shine, Lovelyn leads the O-town Blazers on exhilarating trail running adventures, primarily along the renowned Florida Trail. Her passion for the sport is infectious, as she encourages her fellow runners to push their boundaries and discover the hidden wonders of nature. Lovelyn's own journey in trail running is quite impressive. While she may be relatively new to the world of trail running, she has quickly established herself as an ultra-distance runner. She fearlessly tackles challenging terrains and long distances, continuously striving to conquer her personal bests. In addition to her dedication to trail running, Lovelyn is a loving mother to two boys. Bal... Mon, 10 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13191176-011-lovelyn-findley-o-town-blazers-founder.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13167569-010-tips-and-tricks-heat-training.mp3 We all know it. We feel it. Summer is here and we still have to get out there and train. Today Runbum has a quick solo-sode talking about heat training, acclimating, and how to properly stay cool. Have a listen, and remember RunBum family... stay cool If you're looking for some fall races for your 2023 calendar, check out our races open for registration now! https://www.runbumtours.com/ Podcast produced, edited and all wizardly techy things  by Looking Glass Designs, LLC https://www.lgdesigns.me/ @ LGDesigns.me Wed, 05 Jul 2023 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/13167569-010-tips-and-tricks-heat-training.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/12848356-009-grayson-highlands-come-for-the-ponies-stay-for-the-views.mp3 We had an amazing race weekend in Grayson Highlands this month. Grayson is a beautiful area, but known to have a "moody" climate; but the weather couldn't have been better! It's hard to describe in words the beauty and diversity of this area. There's rhododendron tunnels traversing creeks and waterfalls. There is open pasture land with grazing longhorn cattle. Then there is the high country; it feels as if its a mix between Scotland and Colorado. Did we mention the wild ponies that are scattered throughout the park?? Today's episode is devoted to this beautiful area, Grayson Highlands, and the epic race put on by RunBum Tours. There is a distance for every runner, from 50miles to 8miles. We have two amazing guests on today, both a strong member of the ultra running and RunBum community. Arabelle Higgins is an amazing runner, coach, nutrition expert, and even knows a thing or two about gardening. Sarah Mullins is a key member of the RunBum family. Yes she's a ... Mon, 15 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2087875/12848356-009-grayson-highlands-come-for-the-ponies-stay-for-the-views.mp3