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Training & Recovery – Mallorca by UTMB and GPT100 Race Build-Up
Two big races are coming up — Mallorca by UTMB and the GPT100 — and this week is all about training and recovery. In this episode, we go through how we’re managing the final block before racing, what’s working, and how we’re setting up the balance between rest, intensity and travel. We talk about: – Key sessions in the final build-up – Recovery protocols and how we track fatigue – Preparing for two very different race environments – What we’ve learned from previous training blocks – Managing travel and race readiness in back-to-back events If you’re racing soon or fine-tuning your own ultra prep, this one’s for you. 📌 SUBSCRIBE for weekly ultra-trail race coverage, athlete interviews, gear reviews & training insights from the mountains. • / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / - / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / Merch https://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10% https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15% https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDna Code: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30% https://www.gorewear.com Discount Code: irunovermountains30 Community https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
October 3, 2025 •
Tor des Glaciers 450k – 🥈 Brian Mullins on Training, Racing & the Spirit of Adventure
2nd place at the Tor des Glaciers 450k. But that’s only part of Brian Mullins’ story. In this conversation: – A childhood spent hiking and discovering the outdoors – Alpinism and learning the mountains the hard way – 20 years of racing the world’s biggest ultras – Training and mindset for multi-day events – Living and racing as a type 1 diabetic – Why the spirit of adventure still drives him Brian is more than an ultra-runner. He’s a true adventurer, and his perspective on racing, training and life in the mountains is one of the most fascinating I’ve come across. 📌 Weekly ultra-trail podcasts: races, athletes, gear, and stories from the mountains. ––– Merch https://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10% https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15% https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDna Code: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30% https://www.gorewear.com Discount Code: irunovermountains30 Community https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
October 1, 2025 •
Trail & Mountain Running World Championships – Pride, Country & Racing on the World Stage
The Trail & Mountain Running World Championships 2025 are complete — and the defining theme was pride: racing for your country, wearing the national kit, and lining up on the world stage. In this debrief episode, we reflect on the atmosphere in the mountains, the stories that stood out, and what makes the World Championships such a unique and powerful event in trail and mountain running. We talk about: • The pride of racing for your country • The atmosphere and scale of a true global championship • Memorable moments and takeaways from this year’s Worlds • Why the event matters so much for the sport’s growth • Final reflections on an inspiring week in the mountains 📌 SUBSCRIBE for weekly ultra-trail race coverage, athlete interviews, gear reviews & behind-the-scenes content. • / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / - / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / Merch https://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10% https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15% https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDna Code: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30% https://www.gorewear.com Discount Code: irunovermountains30 COMMUNITY https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
September 24, 2025 •
Noor van der Veen: Tor des Géants Champion
Noor van der Veen is the new women’s champion of the Tor des Géants. We dig into her background in sport, the impressive fastest known times (FKTs) she’s set, and how she conquered the 330 km Tor330 ultra trail through Italy’s Aosta Valley. We cover race strategy, sleep management, fueling, and what it takes to win one of the hardest mountain ultra running events in the world. Keywords: tor des geants 2025, tor330, aosta valley ultra, female champion ultra trail, noor van der veen trail runner, fastest known time, ultra trail italy, mountain ultra running, 330km race, endurance trail running — MERCH & LINKS Store: https://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles – 10%: https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums – 15%: https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDna Code: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR – 30%: https://www.gorewear.com Code: irunovermountains30 Community: https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains — #tordesgeants #noorvanderveen #ultrarunning
September 23, 2025 •
Trail World Championships 2025 – Training, What to Watch & Q&A
The Trail World Championships 2025 are here — and it’s race week. In this episode, we dive into training blocks, race previews, and answer your biggest questions about the event. From course details to storylines to who’s looking sharp, this is your go-to listen before the racing starts. We cover: • Training approaches in the lead-up to Worlds • What to watch across men’s & women’s fields • Key storylines, rivalries & dark horses • Audience Q&A on racing, training & gear • How the championships are shaping up for 2025 📌 SUBSCRIBE for weekly ultra-trail reviews, race coverage, athlete interviews & live shows. • / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / - / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / Merch https://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10% https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15% https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDna Code: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30% https://www.gorewear.com Discount Code: irunovermountains30 COMMUNITY https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
September 16, 2025 •
Live from Tor des Géants – Course Energy, Race Updates & Raw Reactions
We’re live from the course at the Tor des Géants — and the energy is unreal. This is a raw drop from out in the Aosta Valley: runners deep in the pain cave, fans out in force, and the mountains delivering everything from sunshine to storms. No script, just trail talk from one of the most brutal and beautiful races on the planet. In this episode: • Real-time updates and mid-race positioning • Vibes from key life bases and trail sections • Athletes pushing limits in the high passes • The atmosphere you can only feel on the ground 📌 SUBSCRIBE for ultra-trail race coverage, athlete interviews, gear drops & real-time updates from the biggest races in the world.
September 9, 2025 •
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It’s Tor des Géants week – and this episode is all about what’s happening in the mountains right now. I just finished fastpacking the Tor route in the Aosta Valley and give a full breakdown of how it went. We also get into: • What to expect as the 330 km TOR kicks off • Training reflections heading into the World Trail & Mountain Running Champs • Notes on gear, pacing, recovery, and staying sharp in the big weeks • The vibe across the Alps as summer race season winds down 📌 SUBSCRIBE for ultra-trail race coverage, athlete interviews, gear drops & weekly updates from the mountains. ///////////////// Merch https://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10% https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15% https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDna Code: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30% https://www.gorewear.com Discount Code: irunovermountains30 COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
September 6, 2025 •
UTMB Closing Party – Race Recap & Chamonix Chaos
UTMB week is done — and we’re recapping it all from the streets of Chamonix. In this episode, we wrap up the 2025 UTMB and CCC races, the big performances, the blowups, and the atmosphere across an unforgettable week in the Alps. It’s a closing party of race takes, stories, and everything we saw on and off the course. We break down: • Who delivered, who blew up, and who surprised us • The biggest moves in the UTMB men’s and women’s races • Wild cards and late-race drama in the CCC • Atmosphere in Chamonix: fans, brands & chaos • What we’ll remember most from UTMB 2025 📌 SUBSCRIBE for weekly ultra-trail reviews, race coverage, athlete interviews & behind-the-scenes content.
August 26, 2025 •
UTMB Week Special – Banter, Race Picks & What to Watch
UTMB Week is here — and we’re breaking down the big race and all the things we've seen in Chamonix. In this episode, we go deep (and wide) on the elite fields, dark horses, and wild cards. It’s predictions, banter, bold takes, and everything you need to know before the races kick off. 📌 SUBSCRIBE for weekly ultra-trail reviews, race coverage, athlete interviews & live shows. / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / - / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / Merch https://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10% https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15% https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDna Code: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30% https://www.gorewear.com Discount Code: irunovermountains30 COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
August 18, 2025 •
UTMB 2025: OCC & CCC Contenders, Predictions and Hot Takes
In this Trail Talk Live episode, I sit down with Ricki Wynne to break down the 2025 OCC and CCC. We dive into the stacked fields, course dynamics, and who we think has the best shot at big performances. Expect bold predictions, dark horses, and plenty of pre-race hype straight from Chamonix. SUBSCRIBE for UTMB coverage, trail race previews, and shoe & gear reviews:@irunovermountains Follow Trail Talk Pod Instagram: @irunovermountains Podcast: Trail Talk Pod (Spotify / Apple / etc.) 📌 **SUBSCRIBE** for weekly ultra-trail reviews, race coverage, athlete interviews & live shows. - / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / - / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / Merch https://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10% https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15% https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDna Code: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30% https://www.gorewear.com Discount Code: irunovermountains30 COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains
