Join us for a chat with power couple Sierra DeGraph and Joe Boucher! We dive into Sierra's unbelievable feat: a brutal 8-day double of Western States and Badwater 135. Then, Joe details his experience at the Wyoming 100, which he calls "harder than Hardrock." We also cover their fiercely competitive head-to-head races.
Plus: We talk Mount Charleston training, JFK speed plans, and the unhinged science of Salty Britches and pocket sandwiches.
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sdegroff/
Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1271828
Joe
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outdoorweightlifter/
Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/36905186?oq=jos
In this episode, we sit down with Lauren Puretz, the first American female to finish UTMB, as she shares the story behind her remarkable achievement. From balancing motherhood, work, and training to battling doubts and exhaustion on race day, Lauren’s journey is a testament to perseverance, preparation, and the power of family support.
She opens up about the critical role of gear, nutrition, and mindset in one of the most demanding races in the world, while reflecting on the challenges of recovery, post-race lows, and finding joy in the simple moments—like post-UTMB gelato. Lauren also talks about her minimalist approach to running, her passion for sustainable racing, and her excitement for future international adventures.
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Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/27375537?oq=lauren
Welcome to Inside Aravaipa, the new weekly show that gives you an authentic, inside look at all things Aravaipa Running.Join Aravaipa founder & host Jamil Coury as he recaps the 100 plus degree Jackrabbit Jubilee (where he participated in the 6 hour), Westminster Night Trail, talks about Aravaipa's That's No Moon 50 Mile being added as a Sterling Silver Ticket Race for the Angeles Crest 100 & more. --Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.
Join us for a chat with Emilio Anaya of the Aravaipa Racing Team. In this episode we chat with Emilio about his journey from skateboarding to trail and ultras. He shares his story of moving from the desert trails of Tucson to the high peaks of Boulder, Colorado, and how he's navigating recent injuries to make a successful return to racing. We'll discuss his recent wins, including a first-place finish at the Silverton Alpine Marathon and a 5th place at the competitive Mammoth Trailfest. You'll hear how he's finding new balance by getting back on the board and picking up a fly rod.Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
Welcome to the very first episode of Inside Aravaipa, the new weekly show that gives you an authentic, inside look at all things Aravaipa Running.Join Aravaipa founder & host Jamil Coury as he recaps the Jigger Johnson 100 and shares some major news including the Tucson Marathon course change, updates on the Mogollon Monster fire, and a breakdown of the WME Cup standings.Plus, get a sneak peek at upcoming films, a preview of races like Jackrabbit Jubilee and Westminster Night Trail, and a look at the latest issue of Ultra Running Magazine—and so much more.
Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
This week on Meet the Team, we sit down with Maia Detmer, an ICU Trauma Nurse and formidable ultrarunner. Maia takes us through the highs and lows of her recent Cocodona 250 experience, sharing how she navigated a significant injury in the lead-up to the race and pushed through. We also dive into the incredible balance she strikes between her demanding career in Las Vegas and her relentless passion for the trails.
In this episode, we sit down with Rachel Entrekin—two-time Cocodona 250 champion and the new course record holder. From her early days in high school sports to chasing marathon PRs, Rachel shares the winding path that led her to fall in love with trail racing and the ultra-distance lifestyle.We dive deep into her record-breaking performance at the 2025 Cocodona 250, exploring the highs, lows, strategy, and grit that carried her to the finish line—and into the history books. Whether you’re an aspiring ultrarunner or a seasoned fan of the sport, Rachel’s story is one you won’t want to miss.--Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
In this episode of Meet the Team, your hosts, Heidi Allan, Bryce Brooks, and Patrick Caron chat with ultra-endurance athlete Cole Crosby! Cole takes us inside his incredible recent performances, sharing the grit and glory of the Sedona Canyons 125 , his grueling 24-hour experience at Across The Years , and his triumphant run at the Cowboy 200. We also dive into the support system behind the miles with a look at Chaos Crewing (https://www.chaoscrewing.com/) and explore the mindset that fuels his adventures through his blog, Cresting the Summit (https://crestingthesummit.com/). Tune in for an inspiring conversation about pushing limits and finding your peak!--Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
In this episode of Meet the Team, we chat with Adam Vadeboncoeur, who's hitting his peak after 20 years in the sport! Fresh off a 3rd place finish at the Mad City 50K USATF Championship, Adam talks about his journey, including major breakthroughs like a sub-2:18 marathon and representing Team USA at the 50k Worlds in India. Hear about the dedication required for elite performance, how he balances rigorous training with his commitment as a volunteer firefighter, the benefits of training in Boulder, his love for running's simplicity, the backstory of a Fastest Known Time attempt in Arkansas, and his future racing plans. Tune in for insights on longevity, mental toughness, balancing life's passions, and elite ultra running.--Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
Fresh off a stunning 6th place finish at her JFK 50 Mile debut and a blazing 3:20 50K at Mad City, Lindsay Prescott joins us for an inspiring Meet the Team episode. Lindsay opens up about her connection to Flagstaff, her love for running, and the incredible resilience required to navigate significant personal challenges over the last few years. We dive into her comeback journey, the mental fortitude involved, managing life's demands, and the joy of returning to high-level competition. Plus, hear about her back-to-back wins at the Flagstaff Doggie Dash (with her speedy dog!) and her exciting, diverse race plans for 2025, including the Silverton Alpine 50K. Tune in for a powerful story of perseverance, strength, and finding joy in the run.--Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
Meet Ruairi Moynihan! He's the founder of Trail GangstAZ, a member of the Aravaipa Racing Team, a 2:21 marathoner, dedicated running coach, and the Race Director for the Flagstaff Doggie Dash & Buffaloops Ultra.
In this chat, we cover it all: Ruairi's running origins, the story behind Trail GangstAZ, insights into his coaching, and the scoop on his Flagstaff races. We also touch on his life as a teacher, his adventures racing and working abroad, and stick around to hear Ruairi drop some bars!
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In this episode of "Meet The Team," hosts Heidi Allan and Bryce Brooks sit down with the impressive Adam Sjolund, a young athlete excelling in both marathon and ultra running while pursuing a PhD in carbon capture & storage. We explore Adam's inspiring journey into the world of running, sparked by his sister's influence, and uncover a remarkable early experience: his crucial role in pacing a young Tierney Wolfgram to break the American U19 marathon record.
Adam shares the exciting story of his Olympic Trials qualifying debut at CIM in 2023, where he was the youngest qualifier, and his successful ventures into ultra running, marked by impressive podium finishes. We also delve into the fascinating challenge of balancing elite-level training with the demands of his PhD research and his aspirations to return to OTQ level marathons. Plus, get a sneak peek into his adventurous summer plans on the Pacific Crest Trail!
In this episode of Meet the Team, Heidi Allan and Bryce Brooks sit down with Aravaipa Racing Team member Georgia Porter. From a standout collegiate track career to hundred-mile races to multi-day FKTs, Georgia shares their journey of rediscovering the joy of running. They discuss the challenges of transitioning to trail and ultra distances, the experience of setting an FKT on the Arizona Trail, and their philosophy behind their coaching platform, Running Rediscovered. Tune in to hear Georgia’s insights on resilience, connection, and what’s next on their running horizon.
To learn more about Georgia's coaching, visit Running Rediscovered.
Join Andy Jones-Wilkins, Chris Worden, and Aaron Barber for a LIVE Recap show of the Mesquite Canyon 30K - The seventh race in the 2025 Sonoran Desert Cup.--The Sonoran Desert Cup includes seven sub ultra distance courses, split over two seasons (fall & spring). Each course handpicked to showcase some of the finest mountain running in the Valley of the Sun. Join us for the inaugural Sonoran Desert Cup by registering though the Series Pass and save or register for each event individually:https://www.aravaiparunning.com/sonoran-desert-cup/The eight races that make up the Sonoran Desert Cup are: Cave Creek Thriller, Pass Mountain, McDowell Mountain Frenzy, San Tan Scramble, Coldwater Rumble, Elephant Mountain, Mesquite Canyon. The Series Championship will take place at Dam Good Run. --Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
Join Race Director Steve Aderholt as he shares another Cocodona Race Update alongside Jeff Browning & Haroldas Subertas to discuss UltrAspire's partnership this year & a bit about lighting.
Cocodona Website: http://cocodona.com
UltrAspire: https://ultraspire.com
In this episode of Meet the Team, hosts Heidi Allan and Bryce Brooks sit down with Stella Springer, a new member of the Aravaipa Racing Team. A long-distance specialist, Stella is the 2024 USATF 100-Mile Road Champion and proudly represented Team USA at the 2023 IAU 24-Hour World Championships. We dive into Stella’s journey—from how she first got into running to her progression from the marathon to the 100-mile distance. She also shares an inside look at her experience at this year’s Jackpot Ultras USATF Championship Race and what it takes to compete at a high level.
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Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
Join Race Director Steve Aderholt for his next Cocodona race update - our first in March. He also takes time to discuss Tailwind Nutrition's partnership with the event this year alongside Maggie Guterl & Sarah Ostazewski.
Cocodona Website: https://cocodona.com
Get Tailwind: https://tailwindnutrition.com