Race-Week Rituals

Race-Week Rituals

Host Celeste Fong sits down with Greg to unpack the week before a race — the taper, sleep worries, last-minute research, family logistics, and the odd rituals runners use to feel prepared. They cover practical advice on packing and gear (organized ultra bags, dual headlamps), fueling and GI challenges, heat prep, and balancing race ambitions with home life and recovery.

I Deserve the Best (and Walked Right Into It): Laughs, Fails & Ultra Talk

Celeste and the crew trade profanity-laced stories and laugh-out-loud morning mishaps while debating whether anyone can truly be ready for an ultra—physically, mentally, and environmentally. They dig into race planning, crew and pacer responsibilities, fueling hits and misses, upcoming races (Cut 50, Niagara Falls, Notch View, Anchor Down), and the importance of flexibility and camaraderie on the trail.

Tony D does Boston

Host Celeste Fong and friends roast and celebrate Boston first-timer Tony DiDomizio after his epic, cramping, and emotional marathon experience. They relive qualifying races, roadside spectating, elite athletes and wheelchair racers, and the highs and lows of race day. The conversation drifts into trail running plans, ultras, niggling injuries, goofy inside jokes, and afterparty antics—giving a raw, adult-only snapshot of running culture and friendship.

Lake Waramaug Ladies

Host Celeste Fong talks with Raquel Brainard, Kristen Amick, and Emberleigh Luce about their weekend at the Lake Waramog ultras — Raquel's surprise 50K win, first-ultra experiences, and what race day actually felt like. They cover pacing and fueling strategies, aid-station hijinks, injuries and recovery, and the camaraderie that makes ultra running addictive.

From Solo Quest to Charity Ultra: Evan Titus on Organizing CT-123

Host Celeste Fong interviews Evan Titus, founder and race director of the inaugural Connecticut 123 Mile Race about the race’s origin, route planning, and fundraising efforts for the Wakeman Boys & Girls Club. They discuss logistics like rolling aid stations, volunteer coordination, race formats (100K, 200K, relay), weather challenges, and race-day results. The episode also covers lessons learned, community support, future plans for growing the event, tentative dates for next year, and how listeners can donate, volunteer, or get involved.