About this episode
Andy discusses his experience with 200-mile races, including Cocodona, Moab 240, and others. He talks about the challenges of running solo and unsupported, the importance of sleep strategy, and the differences in approach between 100-mile and 200-mile races. He reflects on his past Cocodona races and how he has learned from each one. Andy also shares his plans for future races, including Tour de Jean, Leadville, and Monster. He offers advice for athletes looking to do multiple 200-mile races in a year, emphasizing the need for a strong base, proper fueling and hydration, and active recovery. In this conversation, Andy emphasizes the need to break up long runs into smaller sessions to reduce the strain on the body and recommends focusing on nutrition and hydration strategies during races. Andy also talks about the unpredictability of 200-mile races and the importance of practicing and adapting to different conditions. He shares his experiences with hallucinations during races and encounters with wildlife. Andy concludes by discussing his motivation for continuing to participate in ultra running and how it helps him maintain his mental health.