Effective Training For 1-Hour Races to Ultramarathons, with Adam Loomis

Effective Training For 1-Hour Races to Ultramarathons, with Adam Loomis

Author: TRACER Co-Founder, Dr. Joey Wilson May 7, 2025 Duration: 1:12:22
Adam Loomis is one of the fastest ultramarathon trail runners in the USA, with wins at the Gorge 100K, Bear 100, DC Peaks 50, and Tushars 100K. In this conversation, Adam talks about how he trains, and how his training differs when he's preparing for a long ultra vs a short, intense effort. Referenced in this episode: Excellent video by Tim Jones about the Wasatch Ultimate Ridge Linkup (WURL): https://youtu.be/-acF0uHQrZ4?si=dejlodlGURIXvxcn Nail your next race with adaptive training programs...

Hosted by TRACER Co-Founder, Dr. Joey Wilson, The TRACER Podcast-Trail Running and endurance fitness is a deep, practical dive into the sport that goes far beyond simple gear reviews or race recaps. It’s built on conversations that dissect the physical and mental layers of endurance, offering a resource that feels like having a knowledgeable coach and a group of motivated friends in your ear. You’ll hear from a range of voices in the community, from elite athletes to dedicated coaches and sports scientists, all focused on the unique demands of moving over terrain. The discussions naturally evolve around sustainable training methods, injury prevention, nutrition for long efforts, and the psychological resilience needed for those late-race miles. This podcast is for anyone who finds clarity on a winding path or purpose in a steep climb, providing tangible takeaways whether you're preparing for your first 50K or refining your hundred-mile strategy. The goal is to equip you with understanding and perspective that translates directly to your time on the trail, making the complex world of endurance fitness more accessible and far more engaging.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 20

The TRACER Podcast - Trail Running and endurance fitness
Podcast Episodes
Trail Running Legend Max King Shares His Training and Race Tips [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:48
Max King is a world champion trail runner that has found success in everything from short and steep races like Alaska's Mount Marathon 5K to the super bowl of USA trail running, the Western States 100 miler. In this epis…
How to Nail Your Next Ultramarathon: A Conversation with Steve Newman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:40
Steve Newman is a trail runner has dialed the 100 mile ultramarathon. He recently ran The Bear, a mountainous 100 miler with 22,000+ feet of vertical, in just over 23 hours. In this discussion, Steve shares valuable insi…