The Race That Let Me Say Goodbye | Iron Horse Ultra

We like to think we show up to a race, run it, and leave with a medal and a smile.But races have plans for us.In this episode, I share the story of Iron Horse Ultra: the cold morning, the course, the waiting, the running… and what unfolded along the way.What people see is the start and the finish. What they don’t see are the moments in between—the meltdowns, the aloneness, the unexpected.Sometimes, a race becomes something else entirely.This one gave me the space and opportunity to say goodbye.If you’ve ever had a race meet you where you are, or give you something you didn’t know you needed, this one is for you.Read the full story on Substack:The Race That Let Me Say Goodbye This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trailrunnersjourney.substack.com