In Season 3 Episode 16 of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, Ash sits down with Nepali ultrarunner Jeevan Lama to explore his incredible journey from the trails of Nepal to some of the world’s toughest mountain ultras.

Jeevan shares how running helped transform his life, keeping him away from destructive habits and giving him purpose through the mountains. The conversation dives into his experience racing UTMB events, the brutal technical terrain of the Alps, and his unforgettable battle at Tor des Géants (TOR), a 330km ultra through the Italian Alps.

They discuss suffering, race strategy, nutrition, mental resilience, and what it means to represent Nepal on the global trail running stage. Jeevan also shares his vision for growing trail running in Nepal and inspiring the next generation of mountain athletes.

Keywords: Jeevan Lama, Tor des Géants, TOR, UTMB, ultrarunning, trail running, Nepal trail running, mountain running, endurance sports, ultra marathon podcast, Pushing Horizons

In Season 3 Episode 15 of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, Ash sits down with Peyton for an honest conversation about injuries, setbacks, marathon struggles, and the mindset required to keep moving forward.

Peyton shares how her running journey began, the transition from shorter distances to long-distance racing, and the lessons she learned through recurring injuries and burnout. She opens up about the emotional side of being sidelined, the pressure of chasing personal records, and why sometimes the hardest part of running isn’t the miles — it’s staying mentally strong when things go wrong.

They also discuss half marathon and marathon training, endurance building, fueling strategies, avoiding the dreaded marathon bonk, and why consistency matters more than perfection.

This episode is for every runner who has ever struggled, doubted themselves, or wondered if setbacks were holding them back.

Topics covered:
Running motivation, marathon training, half marathon PR goals, injury recovery, mental health, endurance, race fueling, bonking, consistency, discipline, resilience, runner mindset.

Keywords: running podcast, marathon training, half marathon training, half marathon PR, marathon mindset, injury recovery, running injuries, endurance training, race fueling, marathon bonking, mental toughness, running motivation, runner mindset, consistency in training, long distance running, overcoming setbacks, resilience, road running, running community, Pushing Horizons podcast

In Season 3 Episode 14 of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, Ash sits down with ultrarunner Kaylee Frederick for a powerful conversation about endurance, discipline, mental resilience, and chasing seemingly impossible goals.

At just 21 years old, Kaylee has already built an extraordinary ultrarunning resume. She ran her first ultra at 14, completed her first 100 miler at 16, and became the youngest athlete to start Badwater 135, one of the toughest ultramarathons in the world.

In this episode, Kaylee opens up about her journey into ultrarunning, the brutal physical and mental demands of Badwater 135, elite 24-hour racing, race strategy, pacing, fueling, and the discipline required to perform at the highest level.

But this conversation goes deeper than race results.

Kaylee also shares her struggles with self-worth, identity, mental health, therapy, and the difficult process of learning that performance does not define who you are.

This is a raw and inspiring episode about human potential, suffering, growth, and what it truly means to keep moving forward when things get hard.

Topics covered:
• Ultrarunning
• Badwater 135
• 24-hour racing
• Endurance mindset
• Mental toughness
• Race strategy & fueling
• Discipline vs motivation
• Mental health in sport
• Identity beyond performance

Keywords: ultrarunning podcast, Badwater 135, Kaylee Frederick, ultramarathon, 100 mile race, 24 hour race, endurance athlete, mental resilience, running motivation, trail running podcast, ultra running mindset, endurance sports, Pushing Horizons podcast

What happens when a powerlifter decides to run 200 miles?

In Season 3 Episode 13 of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, Ash sits down with Grace Gilliam / Wakaii Chahatngan Tukon to explore a journey built on resilience, discipline, and relentless self-belief.

From growing up in a remote village with no cars or electricity, to becoming a Spartan racer, GORUCK athlete, powerlifter, and Mammoth 200 Endurance Run finisher, her story is extraordinary.

They talk about:

• Finishing Mammoth 200 while battling severe asthma
• Combining heavy lifting with ultrarunning
• Why strength training matters for endurance athletes
• Mental toughness during extreme suffering
• Learning to move with purpose through life’s obstacles

This is a conversation about choosing hard things and discovering what you’re truly capable of.

Keywords

ultrarunning, Mammoth 200, endurance sports, powerlifting, Spartan Race, GORUCK, mental toughness, trail running, resilience, 200 mile race, ultramarathon podcast, running motivation, strength training for runners

Timothy Bass returns to the podcast after completing one of the most demanding goals he has ever set for himself, running 5,111 miles in a single year.

In this episode, we look back at the physical and mental challenges of maintaining 100-mile weeks, what it took to stay consistent without a single rest day, and the lessons he learned about discipline, recovery, family, and identity.

We talk about the difference between motivation and drive, why consistency matters more than perfection, and how running continues to shape him as a father, husband, and human being.

This is a powerful conversation about commitment, resilience, and what happens when you choose to keep going long after the excitement fades.

Keywords: running podcast, long distance running, marathon training, ultrarunning mindset, discipline, consistency, mental resilience, fatherhood, endurance sports, Timothy Bass

What does it take to keep showing up for decades?

In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, Ash sits down with ultrarunner Junko Kazukawa, a breast cancer survivor, coach, and one of the most experienced endurance athletes in the sport.

From completing Leadville 100 ten times to racing UTMB, Western States, and Tor des Géants, Junko has spent years pushing her physical and mental limits. But her story goes far beyond race results.

We talk about overcoming cancer, finding purpose through endurance, dealing with DNFs, aging in sport, the difference between pain and suffering, and why she continues to chase finish lines at 62 years old.

This episode is a masterclass in resilience, perspective, and the mindset required to keep moving forward when life gets difficult.

• Discovering ultrarunning after cancer

• Leadville 100 and racing 100-mile ultras

• UTMB and lessons from failure

• The psychology of suffering

• Aging and longevity in endurance sports

• Training smarter for long-term success

• Why purpose matters more than motivation

• What keeps her running after decades in the sport

ultrarunning, endurance sports, Leadville 100, UTMB, Western States, Tor des Géants, breast cancer survivor, running podcast, ultramarathon, trail running, resilience, mindset, endurance athlete, women in ultrarunning, aging athletes, ultrarunner interview, long distance running, running motivation, endurance mindset, Pushing Horizons

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What does it take to stay competitive after more than two decades in the sport?

In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, Ash sits down with elite ultrarunner Addie Bracy to discuss longevity, adaptation, setbacks, and the constant pursuit of improvement.

From her early days in running to competing at some of the biggest ultramarathons in the world, Addie shares lessons learned from both success and disappointment. We dive into aging as an athlete, burnout, confidence, race-day execution, coaching, fueling, mental resilience, and why curiosity remains one of her greatest strengths after 25 years in the sport.

This conversation is a reminder that growth doesn't stop when you reach the top. Sometimes the challenge is learning how to keep evolving.

Topics Covered:

• Ultrarunning longevity
• Western States and elite competition
• Aging in endurance sports
• Mental resilience during tough races
• Fueling and race execution
• Coaching and athlete development
• Learning from bad races
• Staying motivated after decades of running
• Adaptation and continuous improvement
• The future of ultrarunning

Keywords:

ultrarunning, trail running, Addie Bracy, Western States 100, endurance sports, ultra marathon, trail runner, running podcast, endurance mindset, ultramarathon training, coaching runners, female ultrarunner, running longevity, 100 mile race, trail running community, Pushing Horizons Podcast

What does it take to balance elite ultrarunning with motherhood?

In this episode, I sit down with Careth Arnold, one of the top-ranked ultrarunners in the United States, to talk about her journey from a recreational runner and mother of two to competing at some of the biggest trail and ultramarathon races in the world.

We discuss her rapid rise in the sport, 100-mile racing, Western States, TDS, Hardrock, training while raising young children, overcoming setbacks, dealing with DNFs, race nutrition struggles, and the mindset required to keep showing up when things don't go as planned.

Careth shares why every race is just another brick in the wall she's building, what success means to her, and how motherhood has shaped her approach to endurance and life.

Whether you're an ultrarunner, trail runner, parent, or someone chasing ambitious goals, this conversation is packed with lessons about resilience, consistency, and pushing beyond perceived limits.

• Ultrarunning and motherhood
• 100-mile races
• Western States 100
• TDS by UTMB
• Hardrock 100
• Trail running mindset
• Dealing with failure and DNFs
• Nutrition challenges in ultras
• Training while raising children
• Endurance, resilience, and growth

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