Running By Feel Over Data: Riley Brady’s Journey to Western States, Nike, and Beyond

We’re only a couple of weeks from the Western States Endurance Run, so we caught up with a pro for an inside look at strategizing for it! Riley Brady is a professional ultra trail runner for Nike Trail living and training in Boulder, CO. Jon chatted with them about: The process of earning a golden ticket to Western States How Riley’s low salt loss rate influences fueling choices “Collective effervescence” in a 100 miler Managing nausea and staying focused in ultras Aiming for a sub 2:36 at CIM Balancing personal goals with sponsorship obligations Stay connected: Riley on Instagram: instagram.com/rye.outside Follow Riley Brady on Strava For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com This episode is supported by: PUMA : Get 20% off any PUMA run or train products from shoes to apparel with code FTLRQ1 at www.puma.com . Pillar : If you’re looking to step up your performance, check out PILLAR at TheFeed.com and use FTLR for 15% off your first purchase. Boulderthon: Our favorite Colorado race event with a variety of distances. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon when you register at www.boulderthon.org . Tifosi Optics : Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Get 20% off when you use this link!