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Ashley Nordell

Episode 32: Ashley Nordell on Ultra Trail Running, Coaching and Adventure

On this episode: burritos (again), crazy scary deer, and the Jack Daniels approach. We’re talking with Ashely Nordell, ultrarunner, mom of two, and coach about training, favorite races, and adventure runs.


Show Notes

  • 00:35 – Introducing Ashley
  • 03:20 – The races that have meant a lot to her (and how you run with bags of ice taped to your knees)
  • 06:07 – How she got started with running
  • 10:00 – Living in Mount Baldy
  • 13:49 – A typical week of running for Ashley
  • 19:49 – What’s in Ashley’s running gear kit?
  • 23:39 – How she got started coaching (and the Jack Daniels approach)
  • 27:19 – A typical coaching/training plan
  • 29:00 – The benefits of using a running coach
  • 30:30 – Upcoming races for 2021 (and adventures in lieu of races)
  • 32:45 – Proudest moments – Ozark Highlands Trail
  • 39:45 – The “most fun” ultra race
  • 49:15 – What is an “adventure run?”

Mentioned in this Show

  • Western States 100
  • Angeles Crest 100
  • Jack Daniels (the coach)
  • Ozark Highlands Trail
  • Bighorn 100
  • Three Days of Syllamo

Find Ashley online

  • Facebook
  • Instagram: @ashleyenordell
  • Team Run Run (for coaching)

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Our Co-hosts

  • Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
  • Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com
  • Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net

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Published on:
February 16, 2021
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