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EPISODE · Jun 16, 2026 · 51 MIN

Episode 46: Born to Climb: My Journey to Vert

from Dirt Nap Diaries · host Brittany Olson

I didn't build a love for climbing. I just finally stopped being surprised that it was already there.In this episode, I'm answering a question from one of my athletes and friends — how did I actually build my capacity for vert? Were there numbers that scared me? How did I get here?How I fell in love with climbing before I even knew what vert wasRim to rim in the Grand Canyon three weeks into trail runningShowing up to races without looking at the elevation profile — and what that taught meWhen I actually started paying attention to vert and how it changed my trainingHow I structure long runs and training blocks around elevation profilesWhy poles took so long to enter my life and what changed when they didGetting faster near the top — not slower — and what that meansWhat climbing actually feels like and why it's always been fun, even when it's hardLinks & 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 here

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I didn't build a love for climbing. I just finally stopped being surprised that it was already there. In this episode, I'm answering a question from one of my athletes and friends — how did I actually build my capacity for vert? Were there numbers that scared me? How did I get here? How I fell in love with climbing before I even knew what vert wasRim to rim in the Grand Canyon three weeks into trail runningShowing up to races without looking at the elevation profile — and what that taught meW...

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