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EPISODE · Mar 4, 2026 · 1H 19M

How Running Saved My Life at 60: Ken Swalberg's 100 Mile Story

from Trail to 100 · host Jacob and Melody Bateman

Ken Swalberg shares his remarkable journey from starting running at age 56 to completing his first 100-mile race at 60. Discover how running transformed his life, helped him overcome personal struggles, and inspired him to pursue the Rocky Mountain Slam. This episode offers practical insights on training, mental resilience, and embracing aging through ultrarunning.Follow Ken's running journey:Instagram @oldmanultraYouTube @oldmanultraNeed a goal to work towards? Sign up for one of our Trail to 100 races.Bear River Trail Race- July 11th. Evanston, Wyoming. Uinta Wilderness Ultra- August 22nd. Uinta Mountains, Utah.Learn more at https://trailto100.com/races/.Be sure to check out Ogden Running Company's online store for all your running supplies needs. https://shop.ogdenrunco.com/

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Ken Swalberg shares his remarkable journey from starting running at age 56 to completing his first 100-mile race at 60. Discover how running transformed his life, helped him overcome personal struggles, and inspired him to pursue the Rocky Mountain Slam. This episode offers practical insights on training, mental resilience, and embracing aging through ultrarunning. Follow Ken's running journey: Instagram @oldmanultraYouTube @oldmanultraNeed a goal to work towards? Sign up for one of our Trail...

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