TFS Podcast 63: Elite ultra endurance and trail runner MICHELLE BARTON

Posted July 9, 2007 at 08:30 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: Her Adventure, Her Fitness, Her Motivation, Special Features

Episode 63 of The Final Sprint Podcast was done in conjunction with TrailFit.com, a comprehensive trail running, ultra- marathoning, and adventure racing publication, and the newest member of the TFS media network.

Today’s guest is Southern California’s MICHELLE BARTON: an elite ultra distance and trail runner with an intoxicating love for the sport, eternally positive spirit, and incredible athletic ability.

These gifts have propelled her to ultra-marathon finish lines, such as the 2006 Orange Curtain 100k, ahead of not only the women but also every male runner in the field. Most recently, Michelle was victorious at the Holcomb Valley 33 Mile Trail Run on June 10th and then two weeks later had the honor of pacing Gordy Ainsley at the legendary and infamous ultra that he founded: the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run (WS100).

Download the interview to hear Michelle discuss her experience at Western States, how she trains, staying fueled on a vegetarian diet, the differing training and mentalities for ultras, trails and road races, Dean Karnazes, plans for the future, the booming and supportive ultra-endurance community and much more!

To download the interview, go to our partner site, TheFinalSprint.com