What It Really Takes to Become a Pro Trail Runner with Shea Aquilano Ahead of Black Canyon скачать в хорошем качестве

What It Really Takes to Become a Pro Trail Runner with Shea Aquilano Ahead of Black Canyon

Pro trail runner Shea Aquilano joins us live in Boulder to talk about chasing big goals, staying grounded in a competitive sport, and why joy, not winning, is her north star. We dive into: Setting meaningful goals beyond podiums How she transitioned from college runner to Nike-sponsored pro Process vs outcome goals in racing Handling adversity mid-race Training mindset for ultras & long runs Avoiding burnout while going pro Why gentleness beats toughness in ultrarunning Shea shares insights on sponsorship, community, fueling, and how to stay adaptable when things go wrong on race day. If you’re chasing a scary goal, this episode will change how you think about success. 🎧 Watch if you’re training for an ultra, marathon, or big life goal. 🔊 Subscribe to the For The Long Run Podcast: https://pod.link/1453616436 👉 Catch up with us on Instagram:   / forthelrpod   🤗 Follow along with Jon's adventures:   / jwlevitt   Chapters: 0:00 – Why intentional goals matter before race day 1:30 – Meet Shea Aquilano 3:30 – Discovering trail & ultra running 5:00 – Going “against the grain” after college 7:00 – Moving to Colorado with no plan 8:30 – Finding community on the Trail Team 10:30 – Why running makes her a better person 13:45 – Goals for Black Canyon 100K 15:10 – How to set process vs outcome goals 16:00 – Staying calm when things go wrong 17:00 – Long run mindset & staying present 18:45 – Gratitude & sustainability in training 19:15 – Becoming a Nike-sponsored athlete 22:30 – Curiosity & chasing scary goals 25:30 – Balancing joy with competition 27:00 – Why she avoids looking at contract bonuses 30:00 – Authenticity on social media 31:00 – Nike’s investment in trail running 33:30 – Black Canyon race strategy tips 35:00 – Gentleness vs toughness in ultras 37:20 – Staying grounded in elite environments 38:00 – Overcoming imposter syndrome 39:45 – Being a source of motivation for others 40:10 – Her long-term goal: longevity & joy This episode is 54 minutes long but the video was cut off after 38 minutes due to camera malfunction. The For The Long Run Podcast is a podcast that explores the why behind what keeps runners running long, strong, and motivated. From pro runners and Olympians to ultramarathoners running their first big race to business owners who use running to improve their entrepreneurial journey, we believe in creating community and expanding the running world for all. Hosted by running enthusiast, Jonathan Levitt.