Episode 32: Ashley Nordell on Ultra Trail Running, Coaching & Adventure

On this episode: burritos (again), crazy scary deer, and the Jack Daniels approach. We’re talking with Ashely Nordell, ultrarunner, mom of two, and coach about training, favorite races, and adventure runs.

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Show Notes

• 00:35 – Introducing Ashley
• 03:20 – The races that have meant a lot to her (and how you run with bags of ice taped to your knees)
• 06:07 – How she got started with running
• 10:00 – Living in Mount Baldy
• 13:49 – A typical week of running for Ashley
• 19:49 – What’s in Ashley’s running gear kit?
• 23:39 – How she got started coaching (and the Jack Daniels approach)
• 27:19 – A typical coaching/training plan
• 29:00 – The benefits of using a running coach
• 30:30 – Upcoming races for 2021 (and adventures in lieu of races)
• 32:45 – Proudest moments – Ozark Highlands Trail
• 39:45 – The “most fun” ultra race
• 49:15 – What is an “adventure run?”

Mentioned in this Show

• Western States 100
• Angeles Crest 100
• Jack Daniels (the coach)
• Ozark Highlands Trail
• Bighorn 100
• Three Days of Syllamo

Find Ashley online

• Facebook
• Instagram: @ashleyenordell
• Team Run Run (for coaching)

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Our Co-hosts

• Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
• Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com
• Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net

Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music. 

The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.