Becoming Ultra

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Booking Overview

Becoming Ultra spotlights ultra-running journeys through the lens of coaching, with practical guidance from experts across race execution and endurance training. For PR, it’s a strong fit for bringing recognizable ultra specialists (authors, clinicians, race directors) to share actionable knowledge and on-the-ground perspectives for runners and crews.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Neutral

Location: USA

YouTube: 190 subscribers

Instagram: 3.6k followers

Contact Information

becomingultra@gmail.com

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Recognized ultra-running practitioners with practical authority: authors/content creators in the sport, subject-matter experts (e.g., sports/foot care clinicians), and race directors with credible event management experience.
Required Achievements:  
Authored a niche ultra-running guide, Built a public-facing expertise presence (e.g., clinics/resources, YouTube/Instagram), Directed/organized an established ultra event, Demonstrated hands-on experience supporting runners (crewing or race operations)

Recent Guest Discussions

Sandra Bullock Smith - Ultra Race Crewing—roles, Preparation, Communication, Gear, Fatigue/sleep Management, And Common Mistakes.

Dr. Tonya Olson - Ultra Runner Foot Care—common Problems, Prevention, Race-day Preparation, Product/supply Guidance, And Footwear/sock Considerations.

Ben Graves - Race Director Perspective—race Details, Course/terrain And Weather Considerations, Community Support/education Involvement, And Event Logistics.

Recent Topics

Ultrarunning, Training, Coaching, Sports Medicine, Race Strategy

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Becoming Ultra
:

Injury, Recovery, and Running for Life with Dr. Kevin R. Stone

June 30, 2026

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Kevin Stone for a conversation about injury, recovery, and what runners can do to stay active for the long haul. Whether you are coming back from an injury, trying to avoid one, or learning how to listen to your body with more confidence, this conversation offers helpful insight into the physical and mental side of returning to movement. Dr. Stone shares perspective on what runners should understand about healing, strength, patience, and making smart decis...

The Ultimate Guide to Crewing an Ultra with Sandra Bullock Smith

June 23, 2026

In this episode, we're talking all things ultra race crewing with Sandra Bullock Smith, author of Crewing for an Ultra Run: Start to Finish. Crewing can make a huge difference in a runner's race experience, but it is so much more than showing up with snacks and a chair. Sandra shares what crew members need to know before race day, how to build trust with your runner, what mistakes to avoid, and how to stay flexible when things inevitably do not go according to plan. Whether you are crewing fo...

The Ultimate Foot Care Guide for Ultra Runners with Dr. Tonya Olson

June 16, 2026

In this episode, Dr. Tonya Olson shares expert insights on foot care for ultra runners, covering common issues, prevention strategies, and effective products to keep your feet healthy during long-distance races. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Foot Care and Ultra Running 02:37 The Journey into Ultra Running 05:31 Understanding Foot Care Basics 08:23 Common Foot Issues for Runners 11:19 Race Day Preparation and Strategies 14:00 Building a Foot Care Kit for Runners 16:38 Personal Experiences and...

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