Ultra Stories By The Human Potential Running Series

Take a run with ultrarunner Michael Horner (55, Virginia) as we hear his story of how he got into running and ultra. Then we ask Michael for the question on the back of his bib from Stories Ultra, and he takes us on a journey speaking about being our authentic selves. Also in this episode, host John Lacroix reviews HPRS' return to Covid, and commentary on the cancelled Wyoming Range 100.

Join Ultra Stories host John Lacroix as we celebrate our 100th Episode! In this episode we briefly go over the stats from our first 99 episodes before we dive into the real nitty gritty, a discussion about how it is that HPRS is returning to racing while so many around us are not. We're prepared to take on the new-world while providing you with the same great race day experience as the old. Hear how we made it happen, and we answer questions and fears from our community!

Join ultrarunner Hillary Kinzie (29, Colorado Springs, CO) as we continue our conversations from the 2020 Stories Ultra. In this episode we hear Hillary's journey into running and ultrarunning. Then we have a candid discussion about conflict and how she works to resolve it, and how others can as well.

Join ultrarunner Christina Kuhl (30, Colorado Springs, CO) as we continue our conversations from the 2020 Stories Ultra. In this episode we hear Christina's journey into crossfit, running, and then ultrarunning. She discusses the parallels of her life as a teacher, and how it transfers into her world as a student. She'll then answer the question from the back of her bib, "How have your dreams grown into action?"

Join ultrarunner Jen Bergstrom (39, Thornton, CO) as we return to our conversations from the 2020 Stories Ultra. In this episode we hear Jen's journey into running, triathlon, and then ultrarunning. She'll then answer the question from the back of her bib, "What is the best/worst advice you've ever received?"

Join host John Lacroix as he discusses specific events from 2019. In this episode, John speaks openly about the May 2019 petition against him, what transpired that lead to its creation, a frank discussion about the allegations shared within that petition, a recap of how he responded, and discussion about the work he's done since.

Join host John Lacroix as we dive into stories from the 2020 Stories Ultra. In this episode, John interviews Tom Clutter (32, St. Louis) about his journey into ultra, and then the question that was on the back of his bib. "In your daily life, are you someone who make's peace, or stirs the pot?" The two also get into a discussion about Truth Default, and is followed up by a commentary from John.

In part 2 of this 2 part series, we'll hear from RD Rob Goyen of Trail Racing Over Texas, and Ultra Stories Host and HPRS RD John Lacroix. They discuss how COVID-19 has affected their races, their business, and what they see for the future of our sport moving forward. Also, we share HPRS' detailed plan for our races moving forward.  

In part 1 of this 2 part series, we'll hear from two prominent trail and ultra business owners; Joshua Sprague of Orange Mud, and Eric Chrisman of Elevation Culture. Both will discuss how COVID-19 has affected them, their business, and what they see for the future of their brands and our sport.

Take a run with Ultra Stories host John Lacroix for this special episode focused on the now, and the future. In this episode John share's a prepared statement with regards to where our sport is at in our current mile and what we can do to ensure the preservation of our races. Finally, a second conversation about what our world will look like when we recreate "normal."

Take a run with Caryn Lubestky of Miami, FL. Caryn has been a long time triathlete who also runs in ultramarathons, including the 2019 Badwater 135. In this episode we discuss Caryn's journey into endurance sports, including ultra, and how she's using her many talents to leave the world a better place through her philanthropic efforts. A feel good episode during our trying time.

Take a run with Ultra Stories host John Lacroix as we discuss the behind the scenes of ultrarunning during this unprecedented time. In this episode we discuss the affects the virus is having on races, and the grim outlook for the future of our sports as races begin to go out of business. An important episode where we hope you'll consider the future of our sport in the months to come.

  Take a run with ultrarunning legend Janice Anderson. Janice is the founder and president of The Georgia Ultrarunning and Trailrunning Society. In this episode we talk to Janice about starting a community from the ground up, the challenges of race directing, training others to race direct, and the affects of Coronavirus; and of course dive into her near 40 year history of running. Few have run as many 100s and for as many years as her, an awesome view from an ultra legend.

Take a run with Ultra Stories host John Lacroix as we revisit the topic of mental illness. In this episode John welcomes Will Stingley,  of Go4Graham, as they have an in depth discussion about what mental illness is, living with it, and the stigmas that surround it. We also speak to Charlie MacArthur, Run Rabbit Run 100 Tortoise course record holder, about mental illness and his support of Go4Graham.

Take a run with Ultra Stories host John Lacroix. In this episode John discusses the possibility of Spartan Races buying the UTMB Series of Events, and what could happen in our sport if they do. This episode focuses on business trends implemented by Spartan that could filter into Trail and Ultra sport wide.

Take a run with Ultra Stories host John Lacroix. In this episode John discusses the ins and outs of directing this past weekend's Stories Ultra. From a major snowstorm that blew through the day before, to swag not being delivered due to coronavirus, he tells the tale of the behind the scenes of our latest race. Also, John rounds out the program with thoughts on Trail Sisters Approval, and what it means to take a rest day.

Take a run with Ultra Stories host John Lacroix. In this episode John discusses the new tax laws, for online sales of race registrations, and how it affects you. He also opines on how it is affecting other race directors, and what it could mean for the sport moving forward. Then we talk about the "Wolf in Sheep's Clothing," and how we really don't know who we're running with anymore, and to be open minded about everyone's truth.

Take a run with Ultra Stories hosts John Lacroix and Julie Tertin as they explore more answers to questions from the 2019 Stories Ultra. In this episode we hear from James Bishop (37, Colorado Springs) and Alene Nitzky (55, Fort Collins). Questions answered explore the gift in receiving advice, and our abilities to change the world or to allow the world change us.

Take a run with Adam McRoberts, an ultramarathon runner living in Boulder, CO, as we discuss his journey into running and ultimately ultra. We talk about how growing up in a religious household pushed Adam to discover more, about himself and the world around him. We also discuss Adam's business venture, Big Things Crewing, an ultra business focused on crewing, pacing, and training help for ultrarunners of all abilities.

Take a run with Ultra Stories host John Lacroix, as we kick off the new year with discussion about goal setting, training, FOMO, and Daring Greatly. We also take a bit to look back on the state of ultrarunning at the end of 2019, what last year can tell us, and where we as a sport go from here.