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On this episode of the Steep Stuff Podcast, we sit down with trail and mountain running legend Max King!
A force across multiple disciplines, Max has built an incredible career spanning trail running, mountain running, ultrarunning, and obstacle course racing. We dive into his journey through the sport, the experiences that have shaped him as an athlete, and the mindset required to compete at the highest level across so many different racing formats.
From training and racing to longevity in the sport and the evolution of trail and mountain running, Max shares his perspective on what it takes to become a better runner and continue pushing the limits.
This is one of the most-watched episodes in Steep Stuff Podcast history, and for good reason. Tune in for an insightful conversation with one of the sport’s most accomplished and versatile athletes!
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"Most Replayed Episode: Max King" is an episode of The Steep Stuff Podcast. Runtime 1 hr 10 min. Published October 22, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
