Steady State

Should Western States allow more elite entries?

2026-04-05

55:00

We had a great time talking through the pros and cons of whether or not Western States should allow more pro/elite entries into the race and the different ways that could be accomplished. Other than that we talked about Disneyland and why we should all keep the joy alive as we take on new races!

Steady State

Adam Ferdinandson

No. of episodes: 84
Latest episode: 2026-07-18

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Ultramarathon Coaches Sarah Scozzaro and Adam Ferdinandson bantering about trail news, their own lives, and weaving in takeaways for trail and ultra athletes.

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Should Western States allow more elite entries?

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Age and injury, Zegama, and how much suffering should we celebrate?

Cocodona, Canyons, Jim at States, and coaching guilt

Canyons 100k excitement, walking at Boston, and Speedgoat 7 review

Spring heat waves, UTMB required gear, and how to crew with the right energy

Should Western States allow more elite entries?

Big Alta recap, knowing your place, and evolving your "why"

Big Alta race strategy, nutrition, and gear choices

Alyssa Clark on content creators on start lines, and diversifying your sources of identity

Big training weeks, how many athletes we coach, and behind the scenes coach workflows

Black Canyon recap and thoughts on chasing novelty with coaching

Black Canyon hype fest, study on cardiac remodeling, and where to find joy in training

General vs. specific fitness with Frederic Sabater Pastor

How to do long runs on treadmills, liquid fueling plans, and expensive socks

Enemy of perfection, new perspective on burrito league, and The Long Walk