September 17, 2025
Balancing Life and Training, Recovery Tools, Weighted Vests, Treadmill Strategies & Mental Grit for Ultrarunners
Everyday UltraAbout this episode
Joe answers athlete questions on training, recovery, and mindset—while sharing insights from his own prep for the Kodiak 100. From balancing life’s curveballs to debating recovery tools, this session is packed with practical takeaways for any ultrarunner looking to get stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Here's what you'll learn: Balancing life and training: How to adjust your plan when new responsibilities disrupt your schedule. Flexibility over perfection: Why the big picture matters more than obsessing over daily details. Consistency mindset: What to do when you’re short on time so you can still make progress. Recovery essentials: Which tools and methods actually move the needle (and which don’t). Interval training surfaces: The benefits of doing speedwork on different terrains and when to use each. Weighted vests in training: If, when, and how they should be used. Treadmill climbing strategy: How to simulate vert when you don’t have access to mountains. Mindset for “bad runs”: How to reframe tough training days so they still serve you. Athlete Q&A highlights: Practical tips on gear, pacing, recovery, and mental toughness. Whether you’re training for your first ultra or looking for marginal gains in your next 100-miler, this Q&A brings you proven strategies and real-world lessons to help you keep moving forward. SHOW NOTES: Register for our race, The Desert Peak Ultra 100K + 50K at desertpeakultra.com Want to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here: https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coaching Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit! Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/ Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupg Try PlayOn Pain Relief Spray at playonrelief.com Try Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at bearbuttwipes.com Try Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at Janji.com Try Ketone-IQ and get 30% off your order at ketone.com/everydayultra