About this episode
Kate Pallardy joins the Free Outside Podcast to talk about longevity in ultrarunning, balancing motherhood with elite racing, and how her mindset has evolved over the years. From 100-mile podiums to navigating the chaos of parenting and training, Kate shares how she’s learned to stay present, resilient, and grounded—even when everything feels out of control. We dive into: -The reality of training with toddlers and unpredictability -How mindset work and self-awareness changed her racing -What she learned from big DNFs—and big wins -Recovery, sleep, and why less can be more -And her unique approach to nutrition and fueling This one’s honest, inspiring, and packed with hard-earned wisdom from one of the most thoughtful voices in the sport. Follow Kate online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katepallardy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuOTtH5LZojo8uZ-hmuosCg Subscribe to Substack: http://freeoutside.substack.com Support this content on patreon: HTTP://patreon.com/freeoutside Buy my book "Free Outside" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/39LpoSF Email me to buy a signed copy of my book, "Free Outside" at jeff@freeoutside.com Watch the movie about setting the record on the Colorado Trail: https://tubitv.com/movies/100019916/free-outside Website: www.Freeoutside.com Instagram: thefreeoutside facebook: www.facebook.com/freeoutside Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Kate Palardy 03:05 The Unique Challenge of 100-Mile Races 05:54 Pacing and Shared Experiences in Ultra Running 08:56 Transitioning from Triathlons to Ultra Running 11:51 The Joy of Simplicity in Ultra Running 15:00 Training Differences: Marathons vs. 100-Mile Races 17:56 Life Hacks for Running with Kids 20:54 How Family Life Influences Training 23:57 The Journey to Becoming a Pro Triathlete 27:02 The Process of Earning a Pro Card 33:40 The Evolution of Triathlon 35:02 Rediscovering the Joy of Racing 36:57 Family Dynamics and Racing 40:22 Balancing Family and Athletic Goals 43:33 The Journey of Motherhood and Running 51:06 A Life-Changing 27-Mile Run 59:34 Finding Purpose in Running