The Front Porch 100 - A Self-Supported 100 Mile Race w/ Heath Forbush |S5E3

Heath shares his journey of running his first 100-mile race. He talks about his motivation to start ultra running and the challenges he faced during his training. Heath also discusses his first attempt at a 100-mile race and the decision to drop out due to weather conditions. He then shares how he planned his own 100-mile race and the experience of completing it. Heath shares his experience of planning and completing the Front Porch 100, a self-supported 100-mile race that started and ended at his front door. Despite challenges with weather and route changes, Heath persevered and finished the race with the support of his family and dog. He reflects on the lessons he learned from ultra running, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and moving forward in both running and life. 

Takeaways

• Training for an ultra race requires a well-thought-out plan that includes a mix of long runs, tempo runs, and rest days.
• It's important to listen to your body and make adjustments to your training as needed to prevent injuries.
• Planning your own race can be a challenging but rewarding experience, allowing you to set your own goals and push your limits. Perseverance and moving forward are key in both running and life.
• The finish line of an ultra race may not always be the most significant moment; it's the little wins and moments throughout the race that hold meaning.
• Self-supported races require careful planning and flexibility to adapt to unexpected challenges.
• Connecting with the running community can provide support and inspiration.

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Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Background

01:23
Getting Into Ultra Running

05:44
From 50-Miler to 100-Miler

12:23
Training for the 50-Miler

18:36
The First 100-Mile Attempt

26:57
Preparing for the Second 100-Mile Attempt

28:38
The Second 100-Mile Attempt

34:54
Deciding to Plan Own 100-Mile Race

36:17
Race Day and the Self-Planned 100-Mile Race

36:29
Planning the Front Porch 100

39:11
Challenges during the Race

45:41
Finishing the Race

51:45
Takeaways and Lessons Learned

56:29
Connecting with the Running Community