Episode 3: The company you keep - Find your people for the hardest miles

Some runs feel like a highlight reel. This was not that run. This was miles of heat, climbs that wouldn’t quit, and moments where the only thing keeping me moving was the people next to me. In this episode, I’m taking you on my August 8 training run for the Mogollon Monster 100 — the good, the brutal, and the downright sweaty. You’ll hear why the company you keep matters just as much as your training plan, what to do about energy vampires, and how to hold onto the people who make you feel like you can climb anything… even when you’re melting in the Arizona sun.Whether you’re an everyday trail runner, a wannabe ultra runner, or just trail-curious, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at what training for a 100-mile race actually feels like — from fueling and hydration to the mental game. As a women’s trail running coach, I’ll also share why protecting your energy matters just as much off the trail as it does on it.Main Topics CoveredWhy the right people can make or break your hardest milesHow “energy vampires” drain you on the trail (and in life)How to spot and keep the energy giversWhat this training run taught me about quiet, patience, and gritProtecting your energy — in training, racing, and lifeLinks & Resources for This EpisodeFollow me on InstagramVisit my website: www.sunrisetrailscoaching.comWant to work together? Learn about 1:1 CoachingFree guide: What’s In My Pack? Download hereShare this episode with a friend who’s your energy giver on the trail