Running Didn't Change My Life... It Saved It | Rob Archuleta | OutRun Us Podcast | Ep. 14

Running Didn't Change My Life... It Saved It | Rob Archuleta | OutRun Us Podcast | Ep. 14

This week we’re joined by Rob Archuleta, author of Suffer Well, for an honest conversation about addiction, recovery, running, and purpose. Rob shares his journey from addiction to becoming an ultrarunner, how running became the turning point in his life, and why he now helps others transform from addict to athlete. We also reflect on our own running journeys, chasing ambitious goals, the feeling of “what’s next?” after achieving them, and learning to find fulfillment in the daily process—not just the finish line. This is a powerful conversation about resilience, identity, recovery, and what it truly means to suffer well.  In this episode, we cover: * Rob’s journey from addiction to ultrarunning * How running can change—and even save—lives * Finding purpose beyond race goals * Building a meaningful life one day at a time Whether you’re a runner, someone overcoming adversity, or simply looking for inspiration, we hope this conversation leaves you with something to take into your own journey. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow the podcast, and let us know your biggest takeaway. Grab your copy of Suffer Well by Rob Archuleta here: https://amzn.eu/d/058pFnRr  Also available as an audiobook. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM OutRun Us Challenges www.instagram.com/outrunuschallenges TAYLOR ROCKWELL www.instagram.com/taylor_rockwell Kitija Straupeniece www.instagram.com/alterkitija

WE RAN 100 MILES | Ep 13

In this episode of The OutRun Us Podcast, the girls finally break down everything that happened during their 100 mile run — from the highs that made them feel unstoppable to the moments where everything started falling apart. They talk about the reality of spending over 24 hours on your feet, what happens to your body and mind during a challenge that long, emotions, fuelling struggles, sleep, and the moments they genuinely questioned whether they could finish. The girls also get honest about what the run meant beyond the miles. They speak about running side by side through every high and low, and what it means to have somebody there who refuses to let you give up on yourself. Whether you’re an ultrarunner, somebody chasing a big goal, or just curious what 100 miles actually feels like — this episode is the full unfiltered story. What we cover: • Running 100 miles side by side • The hardest moments during the run • Exhaustion and sleep deprivation • Fuelling and mental battles • The emotional side of ultrarunning • What happens to your body after 24+ hours running • Why this challenge changed us • Friendship during the hardest moments • Lessons we learned from 100 miles Follow The OutRun Us Podcast for more ultrarunning, endurance culture, and honest conversations about pushing past your limits.

Tay Got Into Moab 240… Everything Changes Now | Ep 12

In this episode of The OutRun Us Podcast, the girls talk about Kitija officially finishing the April challenge — becoming the only person to complete it all the way through — before heading back to the States. The episode also covers Tay getting into Moab 240 only a week before an already planned 100-mile adventure, completely changing the next 5 months of training. The girls talk about using the 100 miles to test their limits, learn how their bodies respond, and prepare mentally for one of the hardest ultramarathons in the world, while Kitija steps into the role of “Moab manager.” They also dive into the May challenge: Boys vs Girls — a competition to see which team can run the most miles by the end of May. What we cover: • Kitija finishing the April challenge • Tay getting into Moab 240 • Changing training for the next 5 months • Using 100 miles to prepare for Moab • Kitija becoming “Moab manager” • The May challenge: Boys vs Girls Follow The OutRun Us Podcast for more ultrarunning, endurance culture, and honest conversations about chasing goals that scare you. Follow us on Instagram 👯‍♀️ @outrunuschallenge @tayrol_rockwell @alterkitija

Worlds Toughest Mile, Running The Date and Filling Our Cup First | OutRunUs Podcast | Ep 11

In this episode of The OutRun Us Podcast, the girls dive into Tay taking on the infamous World’s Toughest Mile — despite barely knowing what it actually involved until the day before. What sounded like “just a mile” quickly turned into burpees, lunges, bear crawls, and pure survival mode, with the bear crawl nearly breaking Tay completely. The girls also talk about Kitija’s April challenge: Run The Date. At the time of recording, she was on Day 25 — meaning 25 miles in a single day — while balancing recovery, life, and the mental challenge of showing up every day. The episode also covers Tay completely changing her routine, switching from late-night runs to morning runs to “fill her cup” first, helping her go from running 25 miles a week to 70–80. The girls get into deeper conversations too: finding purpose in running beyond achievements, whether Kitija is still sad, and what it means to have friends who truly push you towards your dreams and know exactly what you’re capable of. What we cover: • Tay completing the World’s Toughest Mile • Burpees, lunges, and bear crawls • Kitija’s Run The Date challenge — Day 25 • Tay switching to morning runs • Going from 25 miles a week to 70–80 • Finding purpose beyond achievements • Friendships that push you forward Follow The OutRun Us Podcast for more ultrarunning, endurance culture, and honest conversations about figuring life out through running. Follow us on Instagram @outrunuschallenges @taylor_rockwell @alterkitija

Feral Dogs, Cops & Sh*tting in the Desert: Running 450+ miles from LA to Vegas | The Speed Project | OutRun Us Podcast | Ep. 10

In this episode of The OutRun Us Podcast, Taylor tells the full, unfiltered story of running The Speed Project (TSP) — the infamous unsanctioned ultramarathon from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. The girls get into everything listeners actually want to know: where Tay slept and for how long, where she went to the bathroom in the middle of the Mojave desert, how we got lost, how we handled run-ins with feral dogs, what happened when the police pulled us over, what she ate, what broke, and every other detail you'll never find in a race recap. Whether you've heard of TSP and want the behind-the-scenes reality, or you've never seen an ultra-distance relay before and want to know what it's like to run 450+ miles across the desert on almost zero sleep — this is the whole story. What we cover: * What The Speed Project (TSP) actually is * Training and logistics for running LA to Las Vegas * Sleep strategy (or lack of one) * The bathroom question, finally answered * Getting lost in the desert * Feral dogs and police encounters * Gear, fueling, and pacing * What I'd do differently next time Follow The OutRun Us Podcast for more ultrarunning, endurance culture, and honest conversations about going long.