The Heart of Running.
Home of the Bad Runners Take, Shoe Deep Dives, and other relatable Trail and Ultra Running Topics.
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Impressions of Norda: Obsessed with Excellence and Hospitality
Norda punches like a $50M company with the values of a local small business.Norda Run is redefining the running super shoe with its upcoming 005 trail running 'Race Days' shoe. But they've already built a wildly committed fan base with their 001, 002, + 003. Norda is as cool of a company as it is high quality. Yes, their shoes are functionally in the top of the class, but they carry a cool factor that few running shoe companies can match.I spent a day with them at Paris Fashion Week 2025 and not only observed a company growing exponentially but one that also carries a hospitality and warmth like few brands I've seen.These are my impressions of Norda.00:16 Partners1:19 I'm a Champion of Brands, not a critic3:00 Surface level contradictions6:45 Product Market Fit, is your hair on fire9:39 Innovation in a comples supply chain12:38 Balance of Luxury, Premium, Value19:50 Norda is a natural expression of Nick + Willa---- Partners ----Naked Sports Innovations - the worlds best hydration beltTMRW Coffee - Code Borderlands for 20% offSalt Lake Footshills Trail Races. Salt Lake City, UT - May 31, 2025PATH Projects - My favorite running shorts, Borderlands10 for 10% off.----Borderlands.cc----Call RUNMORE649 (786-667-3649). Leave a message for the podcast—hot takes, agreement, anger, or joy.
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Fuel Your Run: Fast Nutrition Tips for Runners with Jesse Rich
Jesse Rich is a coach, nutritionist, and ultrarunner based in Salt Lake City, Utah. He brings a great perspective to nutrition and is one of the most honest brokers I've seen in the nutrition space. Nutrition is as valuable as training for race success.Many runners are under fueling, impacting their performance.High carb intake can significantly improve race outcomes.Diet quality affects recovery and overall running performance.Alcohol can hinder recovery and sleep quality.Real food alternatives can be cost-effective for runners.Carb loading should enhance performance, not hinder it.02:14 The Importance of Nutrition in Ultra Running04:57 Navigating the Nutrition Landscape10:19 Understanding Running Nutrition Trends15:22 Diet and Running Performance 19:12 Alcohol and Running Recovery24:12 Race Day Preparation29:22 Off-Season Diet34:32 Nutrition at High Altitudes---- Partners ----Naked Sports Innovations - the worlds best hydration beltTMRW Coffee - Code Borderlands for 20% offSalt Lake Footshills Trail Races. Salt Lake City, UT - May 31, 2025PATH Projects - My favorite running shorts, Borderlands10 for 10% off.----Borderlands.cc----Call RUNMORE649 (786-667-3649). Leave a message for the podcast—hot takes, agreement, anger, or joy.
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Wolfie's World | No Prize Money for Golden Tickets? + Black Canyon 100k Preview
Wolfie brings his hot takes and analysis on the 2025 running of the Black Canyons 100k.The Hardest Weather Differential of the SeasonCrazy Competition. 5 of the top 10 times will fall for M + W.Lots of Regional Heroes, few national heroes. This is the kick off to the fan's seasonHow is there still no prize money for Golden Tickets?What can trail learn from the PGA?---- Partners ----TMRW Coffee - Code Borderlands for 20% offSalt Lake Footshills Trail Races. Salt Lake City, UT - May 31, 2025PATH Projects - My favorite running shorts, Borderlands10 for 10% off.----Borderlands.cc----Call RUNMORE649 (786-667-3649). Leave a message for the podcast—hot takes, agreement, anger, or joy.
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New Trail Running League + Angermund Reaction | Bad Runners Take
In this episode of the Borderlands Trail and Ultra Running podcast, host Josh Rosenthal (founder of Borderlands)and guest Wolfrunner delve into the complexities of clean sport, race pricing, and the evolving landscape of competitive running. As race prices increase runners will be looking for alternatives - enter a new trail running league.Weigh in on a futue episode at RUNMORE649 (786 667 3649). Let us know your take on our Bad Runners Take.02:11 Stian Angermund was Robbed06:12 The Illusion of Clean Sport14:27 A Survey of Race Fee Increases18:45 What Can Events Learn from Golf?29:03 The Evolution & Place of Run Clubs31:21 Individual (Un)Supported Efforts 33:35 Bandit and Fat Ass Races37:20 The Value of a Formal Race Offer41:57 Races Should Be About Competing44:20 The Runner's Score---- Partners ----Naked Sports Innovations - the worlds best hydration beltTMRW Coffee - Code Borderlands for 20% offSalt Lake Footshills Trail Races. Salt Lake City, UT - May 31, 2025PATH Projects - My favorite running shorts, Borderlands10 for 10% off.----Borderlands.cc----Call RUNMORE649 (786-667-3649). Leave a message for the podcast—hot takes, agreement, anger, or joy.
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Billy Yang | An Interview with the Best Running Filmmaker
@BillyYang makes some of the most iconic and memorable trail running films of all time. The Why • Life in a Day • UTMB (aka Nike Boys) • Zach • Western Time.(this episode is even better on YouTube - watch here)The Why helped a generation of ultra trail runners show their friends and family what they're doing out on the ultra trails. Billy is advocate for the preservation of what keeps this sport beautiful and appealing and it clearly shows in this interview. ---- Partners ----Naked Sports Innovations - the world's best hydration beltTMRW Coffee - Code Borderlands for 20% offSalt Lake Footshills Trail Races. Salt Lake City, UT - May 31, 2025PATH Projects - My favorite running shorts, Borderlands10 for 10% off.----Borderlands.cc----Call RUNMORE649 (786-667-3649). Leave a message for the podcast—hot takes, agreement, anger, or joy.
The Heart of Running.
Home of the Bad Runners Take, Shoe Deep Dives, and other relatable Trail and Ultra Running Topics.
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Hosted by Josh Rosenthal, founder of Borderlands Trail Running.
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