Trail Society

• Episode 95: Morgan Smith and Naiomi Hunter: Advancing Athletic Performance with Menstrual Cycle Research and Wearables

  In episode 95 of Trail Society, hosts Corrine Malcolm, Keely Henninger, and Hillary Allen sit down with two standout researchers from Stanford University—Dr. Morgan Smith and Naiomi Hunter—for an insightful conversation about the intersection of women's health, athletic performance, and wearable technology. Dr. Smith, a sport scientist, coach, and postdoctoral fellow with the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance at Stanford, is passionate about how physiology and metabolism influence performance, especially for women in sport. Her research is grounded in the real world, as she also coaches high school athletes, lifts weights, and enjoys time outdoors with her dog, Reggie. Naiomi Hunter, a PhD candidate in Stanford's School of Medicine, focuses on the menstrual cycle and its impact on female athlete performance through wearable tech and biometric data. With a strong commitment to reproductive justice and healthcare equity, Naiomi’s work seeks to create more inclusive and personalized approaches to reproductive care for marginalized communities. In this episode, they explore the potential of wearables in tracking menstrual cycle data, the challenges in the current research, and why individualized training plans are key to optimizing performance. They also discuss the importance of mentorship for women of color in science, their passion for combining sport and research, and the exciting future of wearable technology in improving athletic health. Follow them here: @Goldenmo_ and @Nnahunter  SPONSORS We are so excited to be partnering with rabbit as our primary apparel sponsor this year! Send us some DMS about your favorite apparel and what you would like to see built for the trail running space! USE CODE TRAILMARCH for 10% OFF! -UPF Deflector: sun hoodie with a UPF 50 rating; lightweight, breathable, quick drying; new cute pink color -Leggy Smashems: 5" compression shorts w/ storage waistband so you can ditch the fuel belt.    Keep sliding into our DMs with your messages, they mean so much to us!  FOLLOW US on Instagram: @trail.society And go follow our NEW youtube channel @trailsociety_podcast   This episode is brought to you by Freetrail @runfreetrail

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• Episode 94: Tarawera Recap, Balancing Training, Listening to Your Body, and Moving Beyond One Race Outcome

  Join hosts Corrine Malcolm and Hillary Allen as they recap their experience at the Tarawera Ultramarathon in New Zealand. They discuss the challenges of balancing different training demands, listening to their bodies, and not letting one race result define them. The conversation includes reflections on training blocks, race outcomes, and personal experiences, highlighting the importance of goal alignment and processing setbacks. They also dive into the importance of teamwork in addressing mistakes, as well as the highs and lows of race day, from the weather to the wildlife. They share insights into their respective journeys, with Hillary reflecting on the lessons learned and Corrine discussing her 50k race experience. The episode also touches on various topics in the ultra-running world, such as gender disparities in professional sports earnings and a study on the psychology of ultrarunners by Marisa Romeo. The hosts discuss the results of recent races like the Black Canyon and Tarawera, including the golden ticket runs, and offer their thoughts on what's next for them. Listener questions on nutrition, body changes, and the importance of iron levels in endurance athletes add a personal touch to the episode. Throughout, Corrine, Hillary, and the team encourage listeners to invest in themselves and embrace the unpredictable nature of training and racing. SURVEY/STUDY ALERT: A study by listener Marisa Romeo, M.S. who is a Doctoral Candidate in Sport & Performance Psychology @ the University of Western States.  She is aiming to contribute to the broader conversation on mental performance in our sport. She is looking into the psychology and the flow state in ultrarunners.   The study is open to any ultrarunner 18 or older with a race scheduled between now and June 1, 2025. It involves completing two brief surveys—one before and one after their race—each taking about 10 minutes. After the race, participants will receive an email with a link to complete the follow-up survey. LINK TO SURVEY HERE: https://westernstates.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9WTXpYONpjOQwJM.    NEW SPONSOR ALERT: We are so excited to be partnering with Rabbit as our primary apparel sponsor this year! Send us some DMS about your favorite apparel and what you would like to see built for the trail running space!   Keep sliding into our DMs with your messages, they mean so much to us!  FOLLOW US on Instagram: @trail.society And go follow our NEW youtube channel @trailsociety_podcast   This episode is brought to you by Freetrail @runfreetrail

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• Episode 94: Tarawera Recap and Balancing Different Training Demands, Listening to Your Body, and Not Letting One Race Outcome Define You

  In Episode 94 of Trail Society, hosts Corrine Malcolm and Hillary Allen recap their experience at the Tarawera Ultramarathon in New Zealand. They discuss the challenges of balancing different training demands, listening to their bodies, and not letting one race result define them. The conversation includes reflections on training blocks, race outcomes, and personal experiences, highlighting the importance of goal alignment and processing setbacks. They also dive into the importance of teamwork in addressing mistakes, as well as the highs and lows of race day, from the weather to the wildlife. They share insights into their respective journeys, with Hillary reflecting on the lessons learned and Corrine discussing her 50k race experience. The episode also touches on various topics in the ultra-running world, such as gender disparities in professional sports earnings and a study on the psychology of ultrarunners by Marisa Romeo. The hosts discuss the results of recent races like the Black Canyon and Tarawera, including the golden ticket runs, and offer their thoughts on what's next for them. Listener questions on nutrition, body changes, and the importance of iron levels in endurance athletes add a personal touch to the episode. Throughout, Corrine, Hillary, and the team encourage listeners to invest in themselves and embrace the unpredictable nature of training and racing. SURVEY/STUDY ALERT: A study by listener Marisa Romeo, M.S. who is a Doctoral Candidate in Sport & Performance Psychology @ the University of Western States.  She is aiming to contribute to the broader conversation on mental performance in our sport. She is looking into the psychology and the flow state in ultrarunners.   The study is open to any ultrarunner 18 or older with a race scheduled between now and June 1, 2025. It involves completing two brief surveys—one before and one after their race—each taking about 10 minutes. After the race, participants will receive an email with a link to complete the follow-up survey. LINK TO SURVEY HERE: https://westernstates.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9WTXpYONpjOQwJM.    NEW SPONSOR ALERT: We are so excited to be partnering with Rabbit as our primary apparel sponsor this year! Send us some DMS about your favorite apparel and what you would like to see built for the trail running space!   Keep sliding into our DMs with your messages, they mean so much to us!  FOLLOW US on Instagram: @trail.society And go follow our NEW youtube channel @trailsociety_podcast   This episode is brought to you by Freetrail @runfreetrail

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• Episode 93: Breaking Down Athlete Contracts, Sponsorship News, and a Deep Dive into Why Iron Is Important

  In Episode 93 of Trail Society, Corrine, Keely, and Hillary discuss the latest athlete contract news as the new year continues, touching on Keely's decision to forgo a formal sponsorship, Hillary's experience renegotiating with Brooks, and Corrine's new role with HOKA. The episode also celebrates National Girls and Women in Sport Day, highlighting key updates in women’s sports, including exciting new sponsorships and efforts toward greater parity in gravel cycling. With upcoming races like Black Canyon 100km and Tarawera, the ladies dive into the growing excitement in the endurance sports world. The episode also takes a deep dive into iron deficiency and supplementation, exploring its critical role in endurance and athletic performance, particularly for female athletes. With insights into how iron impacts energy levels, aerobic capacity, and recovery, the trio breaks down key metrics like hemoglobin, ferritin, and transferrin saturation, emphasizing the importance of a balanced approach to iron supplementation. Additionally, the team tackles creatine supplementation and its potential benefits for female endurance athletes, discussing its impact on muscle function and performance during key hormonal life stages. Keep sliding into our DMs with your messages, they mean so much to us!  FOLLOW US on Instagram: @trail.society And go follow our NEW youtube channel @trailsociety_podcast This episode is brought to you by Freetrail @runfreetrail NEW SPONSOR ALERT: We are so excited to be partnering with Rabbit as our primary apparel sponsor this year! Send us some DMS about your favorite apparel and what you would like to see built for the trail running space!   Articles Effects of Oral Iron Supplementation on Blood Iron Status in Athletes: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis and Meta-Regression of Randomized Controlled Trials  https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378488071_Effects_of_Oral_Iron_Supplementation_on_Blood_Iron_Status_in_Athletes_A_Systematic_Review_Meta-Analysis_and_Meta-Regression_of_Randomized_Controlled_Trials The Global Prevalence of Iron Deficiency in Collegiate Athletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095254624001674 Does Creatine Supplementation Enhance Performance in Active Females? A Systematic Review  https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/17/2/238#:~:text=5.-,Conclusions,no%20benefit%20compared%20to%20placebo.

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• Episode 92: Empowering Girls in Sport Through Bras for Girls with Dr. Sarah Lesko

  In this episode of Trail Society, Dr. Sarah Lesko, the Executive Director of the non-profit Bras for Girls, joins the hosts to share her unique journey from collegiate running at Yale to her work in medicine and community health. Dr. Lesko discusses how her passion for running, coupled with her background as a family doctor and public health advocate, led her to co-found Bras for Girls, a program dedicated to providing sports bras to girls, ensuring they have the support they need to participate confidently in sports and physical activities. She reflects on her time with Oiselle, the women’s running apparel brand, and how that experience shaped her understanding of women’s sportswear needs, ultimately fueling her commitment to addressing a critical gap in girls’ athletic participation. The conversation also delves into the evolution of Bras for Girls, a program that quickly outgrew expectations as requests for bras and support came flooding in. Dr. Lesko discusses the challenges and rewards of scaling the program, the immediate impact it’s had on young athletes, and the importance of community-driven solutions for addressing these often-overlooked issues. She also touches on her time as a middle school coach and how it influenced her approach to the program. Looking ahead, Dr. Lesko shares her vision for the future of Bras for Girls and how it continues to empower young girls to be active, healthy, and confident in their physical pursuits. Follow Sarah here: @drlesko  Donate or become a volunteer with Bras for Girls: www.brasforgirls.org    Keep sliding into our DMs with your messages, they mean so much to us!  FOLLOW US on Instagram: @trail.society And go follow our NEW youtube channel @trailsociety_podcast   This episode is brought to you by Freetrail @runfreetrail   NEW SPONSOR ALERT: We are so excited to be partnering with Rabbit as our primary apparel sponsor this year! Send us some DMS about your favorite apparel and what you would like to see built for the trail running space!   Sources: No, exercise is not better than antidepressants or therapy, according to new study: “It is crucial to communicate science honestly.”  https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:EU:47740ba3-20fc-4d44-a008-517b85fc12cd?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email  

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