Austin Corbett & Carrie Henderson: Cocodona 250 Power Couple, Trail Runners, Outdoor Enthusiasts #16

✨ ⁠Support the Podcast⁠ ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioToday I have my first power couple on the podcast. They both recently completed the Cocodona 250 mile running race and they lived to tell about it. I’d like to welcome to the podcast Austin Corbett and Carrie Henderson.----------------https://cocodona.com/https://www.instagram.com/austcorb/https://www.instagram.com/carrie.jane.outdoors/https://kahtoola.com/https://wildernessvolunteers.org/----------------This episode is brought to you by Squirrel's Nut Butter - https://squirrelsnutbutter.com/discount/ENDURANCE15 Use code "Endurance15" for 15% off!----------------https://www.instagram.com/theendurancestudio/Interested in sponsoring or advertising on the podcast? Contact me at: [email protected](00:00:00) - Podcast Introduction and Sponsorship(00:02:18) - Supporting the Podcast and Membership Perks(00:03:38) - Guest Introductions and Cocodona Race Overview(00:05:15) - Motivation, Past Experiences, and Mental Challenges(00:12:54) - Mingus Mountain, Race Lessons, and Decision-Making(00:16:20) - Transition to Ultra-Distance Races and Training Approaches(00:20:34) - Social Media Impact and Austin’s Training Style(00:24:59) - Race Strategies: Running vs Hiking, Efficiency, and Mindset(00:31:21) - Race Logistics: Pacers, Sleep, and Caffeine Use(00:39:57) - Animal Encounters, Terrain, and Climate Challenges(00:46:21) - Water and Nutrition Strategies, Eating Challenges, and Supplements(01:00:57) - Gear Choices: Poles, Lighting, and Vision Issues(01:11:12) - Desire to Run Again, Race Popularity, and Family Support(01:17:14) - Rapid Fire Questions: Food, Spirit Animals, Endurance, Falls, and Music(01:26:47) - Reflections on Community, Personal Growth, and Post-Race Humor(01:41:49) - Rapid Fire Questions: Inspirations, Advice, and Closing Thoughts(01:48:33) - Podcast Closing and Guest Farewell----------------#endurance #bikepacking