Trail Runner Nation

In this powerful episode, we sit down with our special co-host, Krissy Moehl, and with climber, endurance athlete, and paraplegic adventurer Quinn Brett for a conversation that stretches far beyond sport. We explore what happens when the body changes, identity is shaken, and resilience becomes a daily practice.
Quinn's story is one of dramatic transformation. Once a climber, guide, and search-and-rescue professional, her life changed forever after a catastrophic fall on El Capitan in 2017 that left her with a T11 ASIA A spinal cord injury. With honesty and clarity, Quinn explains what that diagnosis means, how it affects her body, and how it reshaped the way she sees herself and the world.
But this episode is not about loss. It's about endurance redefined.
Drawing on her background in psychology, yoga, and ultra-endurance sport, Quinn shares how the mindset she built as an athlete now fuels her recovery and her future. Endurance, she explains, is no longer measured in miles or summits, but in the daily choice to keep moving forward, mentally and emotionally.
The conversation weaves through the realities of aging, injury, and reinvention, highlighting the role of community, purpose, and curiosity in building a meaningful next chapter. Quinn's eyes are firmly on the horizon, with goals that include open-water swimming and even triathlons, proof that adventure doesn't end when life changes direction.
This episode is a reminder that while our bodies evolve and our paths shift, the spirit of an athlete, the drive to explore, and the courage to adapt can remain boundless.
Gold Nuggets
Aging and injury can redefine, not diminish, the athlete's journey

Understanding spinal cord injuries fosters empathy and support

Endurance is as much mental as it is physical

Community, mindset, and purpose are essential for long-term resilience

Links that you should check out:
Unite 2 Fight CureCast Podcast
Unite 2 Fight Paralysis
An Accidental Life movie on Amazon Prime
The Tour Divide film
Quinn's Website
Krissy's Website
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What happens when a once-fringe sport starts to go mainstream — and can it grow without losing its soul?
In this episode of Trail Runner Nation, we sit down with Jamil Coury, founder and CEO of Aravaipa Running and publisher of UltraRunning Magazine, to explore the State of Trail and Ultrarunning in 2026. Jamil shares a 30,000-foot view of how the sport has evolved over the past decade, from participation and media coverage to rising expectations around professionalism and athlete experience. We discuss the emergence of 200+ mile races, the power of livestreaming and storytelling, and how technology is changing how runners train, race, and engage with the sport. The conversation also tackles cost, accessibility, and the growing presence of corporate influence, alongside the responsibility of race directors as stewards of ultrarunning's culture. Throughout it all, Jamil reminds us why the sport still works — community, shared suffering, and a deep respect between elites and back-of-the-pack runners alike.
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This is a previously recorded episode of Trail Runner Nation, but its message remains just as relevant today. In this conversation, we're joined by Adam Kimble to explore the often-overlooked power of consistency in running and training. Instead of chasing perfect workouts or peak moments, we discuss how small, repeatable efforts add up over time to build durability, confidence, and long-term progress. Adam shares insights on staying consistent through busy schedules, low-motivation days, and inevitable setbacks. Whether you're training for your first trail race or a 100-miler, this episode reminds us that showing up consistently matters more than doing everything perfectly.
Learn more about Adam by checking out his web site and his coaching site, Run On Dirt Coaching
Adam's social channels: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook
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Today's episode is all about having some fun on the trail. We are joined by Andy Jones-Wilkins and Katie Asmuth, and we're playing the classic "dictionary game" — taking random words from a 1931 Webster's Collegiate Dictionary and turning them into something every trail runner can relate to. It's playful, a little ridiculous at times, and guaranteed to make you laugh while nodding along. Lace up, play along, and enjoy this one.
Check out more about Katie Asmuth
on her podcast, "The Trail Network Podcast" 
The Women's Trailrunning Fund
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In this lighthearted, game-show–style episode, we try and answer the age-old question: Am I really a trail runner?
Audience participation is a must as we work through 33 humorous and painfully relatable statements covering gear habits, weather and suffering, aid stations, trail culture, injuries, and even bathroom logistics. You keep score to discover whether you're a noob, veteran, grizzled trail runner, or full-blown OG.
Along the way, we share personal stories, questionable decisions, and plenty of laughs that anyone who's spent time on the trail will recognize.
It's participatory, self-aware, and a reminder that trail running is as much about community and mindset as miles and pace. Grab your scorecard (or fingers), protect your dignity, and find out just how trail you really are.
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