Trying to balance work, family, travel, and ultra training? This episode proves you don't need a perfect schedule to chase extraordinary goals.
Sarah Normand is a full-time professional, wife, mom, and 200-mile ultrarunner who has built success through consistency, adaptability, and a willingness to keep showing up. From transitioning out of road running to tackling some of the toughest endurance races, she shares the lessons that have helped her thrive on and off the trail.
If you're training for your first ultra or a new personal best, this conversation will help you become a stronger, smarter, and more resilient runner.
In this episode, you'll learn:
-Why consistency beats perfection
-How to balance training with a busy life
-The biggest lessons from moving from road running to trail ultras
-Practical ways to stay flexible without sacrificing progress
-The mindset that helps overcome setbacks and race-day lows
-Why listening to your body leads to better long-term performance
-How to avoid burnout while pursuing big goals
-The power of community during tough endurance challenges
This episode is packed with practical strategies and inspiring insights that will help you train with more confidence, adapt to life's challenges, and keep moving forward when things get hard.
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