Ep 71 Becca Rick - Ultra Runner, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Educator

In this episode of The Gnar Stool Podcast, hosts Shannon O'Grady and John Perry sit down with Becca Rick—an ultra runner, registered dietitian, and educator. Becca takes us through her journey from running her first half marathon at just 11 years old to tackling the grueling Moab 240, a race that pushes the limits of both body and mind.She shares her unique approach to training, the role of strength work in ultra running, and how she balances time on her feet with the demands of high-mileage racing. Becca also reflects on some of her most memorable adventures with her father, including their spontaneous rim-to-rim-to-rim run in the Grand Canyon and their ambitious challenge of summiting multiple 14ers in a single day.Beyond the miles, Becca dives into the mental side of endurance sports—how she stays motivated, overcomes challenges, and embraces the ups and downs of ultra racing. With her warm and relatable storytelling, she highlights the power of community and the deeper purpose of running—beyond just competition.Tune in for an inspiring and insightful conversation about running, nutrition, and the spirit of adventure!Relevant Links:Gnar Stool Podcast X SMMT Tumblerhttps://smmtoutdoor.com/Grounding Bedsheets and pillow case Grounding.coDavid Roche - Training Methodology - Leadville 100 Record https://swaprunning.com/training-plansIntuitive Eating - https://www.commonthreads.org/blog/intuitive-eating/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAzvC9BhADEiwAEhtlN3KsiJ_GWVwmvh1SPjW__tS-Rv9ps_90kKcUFcQoGkzECrrzSkozGBoCSJkQAvD_BwEBooks or Workbook - https://www.amazon.com/Intuitive-Eating-Workbook-Principles-Relationship/dp/164848459X/ref=asc_df_164848459X?mcid=903c70ef0a8d32e8984da02b794f6a53&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693617169345&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17749383111204090572&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9029753&hvtargid=pla-2283900634738&psc=1