That feeling you get when you cross the finish line of an ultra for the first time...It's unforgettable!Derek Fletcher tells us his story of crossing the finish line of his FIRST 50-mile race (after DNF-ing his fist 50mile race last year) in this inspirational and hilarious episode. Josh Bryant ran it with him AFTER GETTING FOOT SURGERY and hops on to share his side of the story as well!You don't want to miss this unforgettable, educational, inspirational story.If you are looking to do an ultra-race for the first time, we'd highly recommend this episode to get you pumped up!Some things you'll learn in this episode:-How to run with a running buddy-Racing strategy for your first ultra-marathon-NutritionSome episode takeaways:-Enjoy the journey-If it's not fun, what's the point. -Do what YOU want to do-Embrace that you're crazy for ultra-runningFollow the Trail to 100 Facebook group for a community of beginner ultra-runners like yourself: Trail to 100 | Facebook____________________________________________________________________________________________________Related Episodes:Derek's first episode where he shares his story of DNF-ing his first 50-mile race Season 3 episode 4: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4G65bWerIPDeF4yCMdBQeg?si=d10de7782a814cccJosh Bryant shares his story of running the Wasatch 100 and shares his goal of wanting to get first place!Season 2 episode 3: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ft1baf9N0CWOPb1gy3F0j?si=1fcec9c07dd44fafSeason 2 episode 10: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ZrNMbmcfgwjcrdaEAvcu8?si=25d257d9c46c4969 ______________________________________________________________________________________________________Links:Private coaching/personalized workout plans: @thepinetreerunnerUtah real-estate agent who helps runners find a home near running trails: Jacob Bateman | Exit Realty Affinity | Bountiful, UT Real Estate | 385-314-1016 (ihouseelite.com)Teton Hammock Company: Best Camping Hammock | Camping Hammock Tarp - Teton Hammock (tetonhammocks.com)Self-Defense Course for runners: Run Without Fear | Melody Bateman's School (teachable.com)