Ultra Stories By The Human Potential Running Series

In the final episode of The Ultra Stories Podcast, join host John Lacroix as he explains how he received the unique opportunity to provide Leadville with feed forward, and what exactly that feed forward was. Then, John signs off for the final time as the host of the Ultra Stories Podcast. In the final mile he explains why this is the final episode, and what's coming next.   

In this episode of The Ultra Stories Podcast, host John Lacroix signs off for the remainder of the summer. Before he goes, a quick review of what we've discussed on the show and how it's now your turn to let your collective voices be heard.. or not.. and the impact it will have on the direction of our sport. 

In this episode, Ultra Stories host John Lacroix talks with Kim Levinsky. Kim is the founder and race director of Sassquad Trail Running in New Jersey. In this episode the two continue the conversation on ethics, how race directors can work together, and more about Kim's personal journey through ultra running and race directing. 

In this episode, Ultra Stories host John Lacroix talks about Gender Identity in Ultramarathon running. He also details the expanded gender policies at The Human Potential Running Series, and your obligation to stand up for what is fair and just in our community. 

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix continue the discussion on ultrarunning's ethical dilemma. In this episode Eric and John talk about what race directors and runners can do to improve their ethical approach to putting on, and running in, Ultras. 

In this episode, Ultra Stories host John Lacroix continues to addresses fallout from tragedy at a China ultramarathon. In this conversation we provide what should be ethical best practices of both race directors, and runners, and explore what HPRS has done and will continue to do towards the ethical production of events. 

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix continue the discussion on risk management in ultrarunning. In this episode Eric and John talk about what race directors can do to improve their risk management protocols, and what runner's can do to hold themselves more accountable with their race prep.

In this episode, Ultra Stories host John Lacroix addresses the tragedy at a China ultramarathon, and the ramifications a tragedy such as this would have if it had occurred here. John's statement on the tragedy is followed by continued in depth conversation about our responsibilities in accountability as ultra participants and ultra organizers, in our "extreme" sport.  

In this episode, Ultra Stories host John Lacroix discusses why The Human Potential Running Series will no longer host UTMB Qualifiers, and the new partnership between UTMB & Ironman. Then, he welcomes special guest Emily Royal to the show as they discuss the realities regarding the business of Ultra, and how some RDs are price gouging already.

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix welcome Eugene Kim to the show. As a leader for The November Project, Eugene is uniquely qualified to continue the conversation on community. 

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix continue their discussion on community. Join John and Eric as we dive deeper into the intricacies of the ultra community, and how leaders and members of our communities play a role in shaping culture. 

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix begin a discussion on community. Join John and Eric as we dive deeper into the definition of community, and how these two view the current landscape of the ultra community. 

In this episode, Ultra Stories host John Lacroix talks about the path forward for HPRS through celebration of what was accomplished in 2020; a thanks to our community. Following that, a candid discussion about ultrarunning's issue with its own revised history. An honest discussion about getting history right. 

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix welcome Nate Sanel, Owner of National Powersports Distributors. The episode continues to explore concepts of entrepreneurship in a more general sense, and is catered to both Race Directors and Aspiring Business Owners alike.

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix welcome Vic Ballesteros, Owner of Victory Sportdesign. The episode continues to explore concepts of entrepreneurship in the run space, and is catered to both Race Directors and Aspiring Business Owners alike.  

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix continue to discuss entrepreneurism. This episode was produced for race directors already in business, and runners thinking about making a leap into owning one’s own business. It includes the entrepreneurs tool box.

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix discuss entrepreneurism. This episode was produced for race directors already in business, and runners thinking about making a leap into owning one's own business. 

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix each start by discussing the rising costs of participating in ultras, due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. Then, we revisit the concept of Daring Greatly and our sports need to get rid of the term DNF. 

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix sit down with Francesca Conte, co-RD of Bad to the Bone and Ultra Race of Champions. They continue the discussion on the social responsibility of our community of runners to be positive leaders of our sport.

In this episode, Ultra Stories hosts Eric Chrisman and John Lacroix sit down with Kelly Newlon, the woman behind Real Athlete Diets (RAD) in Boulder, CO. They continue the discussion on the social responsibility of our community of runners to be positive leaders of our sport.