The TRACER Podcast - Trail Running and endurance fitness

Winning Western States, Adversity, and Return to Glory! | A Conversation with Adam Peterman

The Tracer Podcast is back! In this episode, Tracer Co-Founder Dr. Joey Wilson sits down with one of the most dominant forces in modern ultrarunning: Adam Peterman. After a historic 2022 season where he seemed invincible, Adam faced a grueling road through injuries, a legendary "slog" to the finish line at Western States 2025, and a triumphant return to the top of the podium at the 2026 Canyons 100k. Whether you are an elite athlete or a weekend warrior, Adam’s insights into volume, injury prevention, and the "activation energy" needed to get out the door are pure gold. In This Episode, We Discuss: The Legendary 2022 Run: A look back at Adam’s sweep of the Chuckanut 50k, Canyons 100k, Western States 100, and the World Championships. The Transition Trap: How Adam’s 20-hour-a-week Nordic skiing habit built a "race car engine" that his "junkyard tires" (his legs) weren't ready for, leading to a sacral stress fracture. Healing the Achilles: The specific PT protocol (heavy eccentric loading) that saved Adam’s career after years of nagging pain. The "Skeleton Dance" at Western States: Why Adam chose to walk 38 miles to the finish line in 2025 and the emotional power of the ultrarunning community. Training for Specificity: Why Adam now prioritizes "shocking the quads" with downhill-specific sessions and how his training has evolved under coach John Fitzgerald. Calling BS on "Hacks": Adam’s take on Bicarb, Ketones, and why there is no substitute for high-volume aerobic development. REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Conversation with Jesse Rich: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9bQwslsaTk Conversation with Max King about Activation Energy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nqjflxncl4 Nail your training with TRACER, an endurance training software platform designed for the era of AI! Features include automatic imports of activities, flexible training log entries, goal setting, AI-powered evaluation of your training logs, and world-class proxy coaches from the best in the business! Learn more at tracerfitness.com [https://tracerfitness.com]. Get a free trail and start getting faster now! Listen to The TRACER Podcast for conversations that will make you faster, on both YouTube and via your favorite podcasting app. Visit here: https://tracerfitness.com/blog Get faster on your next ultra or marathon with adaptive, intelligent training from world-class pros at tracerfitness.com [https://tracerfitness.com]. Follow TRACER on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/tracer_fitness/] Follow TRACER on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@tracer-fitness]

Trail Running Gifts for 2026, with World Champ Max King and Gear Guru Alli Miles

In this episode of the TRACER podcast, join trail running world champ Max King, gear review guru Alli Miles, and TRACER Co-founder Joey Wilson for their top trail running product picks for 2026. They discuss everything from budget nutrition to luxury massage chairs. Get a full product listing of their picks here: https://www.tracerfitness.com/blog/tracer-2026-trail-running-gift-guide Nail your training with TRACER, an endurance training software platform designed for the era of AI! Features include automatic imports of activities, flexible training log entries, goal setting, AI-powered evaluation of your training logs, and world-class proxy coaches from the best in the business! Learn more at tracerfitness.com [https://tracerfitness.com]. Get a free trail and start getting faster now! Listen to The TRACER Podcast for conversations that will make you faster, on both YouTube and via your favorite podcasting app. Visit here: https://tracerfitness.com/blog Get faster on your next ultra or marathon with adaptive, intelligent training from world-class pros at tracerfitness.com [https://tracerfitness.com]. Follow TRACER on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/tracer_fitness/] Follow TRACER on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@tracer-fitness]

Train Your Brain for Endurance: How to Get Out of Your Own Way, with Addie Bracy

We’re joined by professional trail runner and sports psychologist Addie Bracy for a masterclass on the psychology of endurance. Addie bridges the gap between pro athlete and mental performance expert, offering tactical advice for runners of all levels. In this conversation, we explore: Mental Anchors: How to build a psychological anchor to keep you grounded when the race gets tough. Intentional Training: Why you need to train your brain just as deliberately as you train your body. The Mind-Body Link: The deep resonance between your physical state and your mental state (and how to use it to your advantage). Practical Mantras: The real-world application of "run the mile you're in" and strategies to "get out of your own way." Fueling for the Mind: A crucial look at how your nutrition and hydration strategy directly impacts your focus, mood, and resilience. If you’ve ever battled the voice in your head telling you to quit, this episode is your new training plan. Check out Addie's book, "Mental Training for Ultrarunning: Your Psychological Skills Guidebook for Ultramarathon Success," available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Training-Ultrarunning-Addie-Bracy/dp/171820017X [https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Training-Ultrarunning-Addie-Bracy/dp/171820017X] Nail your training with TRACER, an endurance training software platform designed for the era of AI! Features include automatic imports of activities, flexible training log entries, goal setting, AI-powered evaluation of your training logs, and world-class proxy coaches from the best in the business! Learn more at tracerfitness.com [https://tracerfitness.com]. Get a free trail and start getting faster now! Listen to The TRACER Podcast for conversations that will make you faster, on both YouTube and via your favorite podcasting app. Visit here: https://tracerfitness.com/blog Get faster on your next ultra or marathon with adaptive, intelligent training from world-class pros at tracerfitness.com [https://tracerfitness.com]. Follow TRACER on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/tracer_fitness/] Follow TRACER on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@tracer-fitness]

How Jesse Rich Crushed the Run Rabbit Run 100 Miler

Jesse Rich is a nutritionist and elite ultramarathon runner from Salt Lake City, Utah. His recent first place finish at the competitive Run Rabbit Run 100 miler is his greatest achievement in running to date. In this episode of The TRACER Podcast, Jesse gives us a complete breakdown of his training, nutrition, hydration, and race report. Nail your training with TRACER, an endurance training software platform designed for the era of AI! Features include automatic imports of activities, flexible training log entries, goal setting, AI-powered evaluation of your training logs, and world-class proxy coaches from the best in the business! Learn more at tracerfitness.com [https://tracerfitness.com]. Get a free trail and start getting faster now! Listen to The TRACER Podcast for conversations that will make you faster, on both YouTube and via your favorite podcasting app. Visit here: https://tracerfitness.com/blog Get faster on your next ultra or marathon with adaptive, intelligent training from world-class pros at tracerfitness.com [https://tracerfitness.com]. Follow TRACER on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/tracer_fitness/] Follow TRACER on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@tracer-fitness]

King of The Barkley Marathons, Jared Campbell, Explains His Secret Sauce

You're in for an inspiring conversation on this episode of The TRACER Podcast! Dr. Joey Wilson sits down with the remarkable Jared Campbell, a true titan in the world of ultrarunning and climbing. Jared's accomplishments speak for themselves: he is widely known as the "King of the Barkley Marathons," holding more finishes than anyone else in arguably the world's toughest ultramarathon.  He's a Hardrock 100 winner and has numerous top 10 finishes both at Hardrock and other major 100 milers. Beyond his personal athletic feats, Jared is also the visionary creator and race director of the impactful "Running Up For Air" series. In this interview, Jared shares profound insights gleaned from his incredible experiences: Managing Expectations: Learn how expectations can sometimes be a trap, leading to disappointment and hindering performance in a race. Reframing Adversity: Discover Jared's unique philosophy on transforming adversity into a positive force, helping you train smarter and race with greater success. Whether you're an athlete, an outdoor enthusiast, or simply someone looking for powerful lessons on resilience and mental fortitude, this episode with Jared Campbell offers invaluable takeaways. Tune in now! Referrenced book recommendation from Jared in this episode: https://www.amazon.com/How-Bad-You-Want-Psychology/dp/1937715418 #TRACERPodcast #JaredCampbell #Ultrarunning #BarkleyMarathons #Hardrock100 #RunningUpForAir #Mindset #EnduranceSports #TrailRunning Nail your training with TRACER, an endurance training software platform designed for the era of AI! Features include automatic imports of activities, flexible training log entries, goal setting, AI-powered evaluation of your training logs, and world-class proxy coaches from the best in the business! Learn more at tracerfitness.com [https://tracerfitness.com]. Get a free trail and start getting faster now! Listen to The TRACER Podcast for conversations that will make you faster, on both YouTube and via your favorite podcasting app. Visit here: https://tracerfitness.com/blog Get faster on your next ultra or marathon with adaptive, intelligent training from world-class pros at tracerfitness.com [https://tracerfitness.com]. Follow TRACER on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/tracer_fitness/] Follow TRACER on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@tracer-fitness]