Wynonna Fulgham: The Transformative Power of Ultra Trail Running

Wynonna Curely-Fulgham first discovered the life-changing impact running could have on her during her Kinaaldah, the Navajo puberty ceremony. She's carried the teaches from that transformative time into her adult life.Wynonna has continued to be drawn to running, and specifically ultra trail running, as a way to test her own limits and also to process life's challenges and find her peace. It is a deep well of connection, discovery, and release: a physical endeavor that is also spiritual and healing.In this episode, Wynonna shares the story of the pivotal moments she's experienced in ultra trail running, up through today. Her journey includes taking part in the Transrockies, a multi-day stage running race that takes place in Colorado, traveling through the mountains and over peaks, at altitude. Wynonna often runs as a member of the Native Women Run team.Wynonna's story is powerful and beautiful. One women's incredible journey of self-discovery, evolution, and inspiration.Keep Up with Wynonna Curely-FulghamInstagram: @blacksheep_runningKeep Up with Native Women RunInstagram: @native_women_runWebsite: nativewomenrunning.comInformation about Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women, MMIWmmiwusa.orgInformation about Native American Boarding Schoolsboardingschoolhealing.org/education/us-indian-boarding-school-historyboardingschoolhealing.orgwww.irsss.canytimes.com/interactive/2023/08/30/us/native-american-boarding-schools.htmlSupport Our SupportersLagoon Pillows: lagoonsleep.com/WRS15Use the discount code WRS15 for 15% off your first orderTo support WRS, please rate and review the showiTunes/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/womens-running-stories/id1495427631Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4F8Hr2RysbV4fdwNhiMAXc?si=1c5e18155b4b44faMusic CreditsCormac O'Regan, of PlaytohComa-Media, via Pixabaypenguinmusic, via PixabayRomanBelov, via PixabayGrand Project, via PixabayWays to Connect and Engage with Women's Running StoriesInstagram: @womensrunningstoriesInstagram: @over50sub20_5k_projectFacebook: facebook.com/WomensRunningStoriesWebsite: womensrunningstories.comEmail host Cherie: [email protected]'s Running Stories is a proud member of the Evergreen network: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/