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Blueprint to Ultra

Blueprint to Ultra
Ultra Running
Nutrition
Mindset
Running Community
Cocodona 250
Multiple Sclerosis
Training
Hydration
Coaching
Ultrarunning
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Gear
Vermont 100
Arizona 300
Consistency
Triple Crown Of 200s
100-Mile Ultra Marathon
Bigfoot 200
Mental Toughness
200-Mile Races

Whether you are dabbling with the idea of running your first ultra or wanting to figure out how you can push farther than you ever have before, we are here to help you put that plan together. Join ultra runners, Steve and Jeff, as we interview people that are just like you, all with the goal of helping you answer the question, "what does it take?"

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Nathaniel ran his first marathon as a sophmore in HS with a time of 4:07. He then ran that same marathon year later in 3:07. To top that, he ran his first 50.miler at 18 in a time of 8:41 and then returned one year later and set the course record dro... more

In this episode of the Blueprint to Ultra podcast, Steve and Jeff interview Appalachian trail standout Alex Minor, winner of races like the Hurricane 100K and holder of the Rabid Raccoon 100 Mile course record (15:42:57). Alex shares how he transitio... more

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Training for an ultra takes a long time and a lot of hard work. We show up for a race and things don't always go to plan. On the show we talk with James Bragg about how we can practice a positive mental attitude, how negativity spreads, and how you c... more

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On today's show, we welcome Dr. Mandy Wainfan, a sports-focused chiropractor and endurance running specialist at Performance Place Sports Care, to discuss common running injuries and how to treat and prevent them. Mandy shares how she transitioned fr... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Minor
Trail runner and owner of a running shop
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Episode: Episode 46: Alex Minor - Rabid Raccoon Course Record, Black Canyon Lessons, and What It Takes to Run Up Front
James Bragg
Ultra runner discussing PMA and endurance mindset
Self-employed runner based in North Carolina
Episode: Episode 45: James Bragg - You have one shot at the race you were training for in a given year.
Mandy Wainfan
Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine with an emphasis in sports medicine; endurance runner
Performance Place Sports Care
Episode: Episode 44: Mandy Wainfan - Injured? Whatever you do, just don't tell me I can't run.
Josh Coleman
Ultra runner and author of Moving Forward, Running With Grief
Independent ultra athlete / Author
Episode: Episode 43: Josh Coleman - From his first ultra in 2023 to the Triple Crown of 200s, Cocodona, and the importance of always moving forward.
Alex Kuhlman
Ultrarunner featured in Zion and Javelina preparation
Independent athlete
Episode: Episode 42: Alex Kuhlman - I want to do something that most in that room wouldn't be willing to try.
Aaron Fleisher
Ultramarathon runner and former thru-hiker
Independent athlete
Episode: Episode 41: Aaron Fleisher - Yes, you absolutely can finish an entire 200+ mile race, even if you hike the entire thing. Learn how with Aaron.
Anna Epifano
Mom, runner, and ambassador hopeful for Blackbeard's Revenge 100
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Episode: Episode 40: Anna Epifano - A redemption story at Blackbeard's Revenge 100
Chris Twiggs
Chief Training Officer for Jeff Galloway Coaching
Jeff Galloway Coaching
Episode: Episode 39: Chris Twiggs - Ready to set a PR in your next ultra? Listen to Chris, 17 x finisher of Hardrock 100.
Dylan Ledbetter
Ultra runner, sobriety advocate, faith-based transformation
Episode: Episode 38: Dylan Ledbetter - From punishment running to sobriety and forgiveness. Midstate Mile,Lovit 100 and prepping for Cocodona 250.

Hosts

Steve Epifano
Host of Blueprint to Ultra; co-host of show; ultrarunning coach and community advocate
Jeff Winchester
Co-host of Blueprint to Ultra; ultrarunning coach and active community facilitator

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Great Show

    Sincere guys who care about the runners and the sport. Off to a great start with the new podcast. Have had some very interesting guests so far and I’m sure there will be many more to come.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dnsjwnsjana s
    United Statesa year ago
  • Honest look at ultras

    Love the honesty of the hosts and their guests about running ultras. The hosts are kind and also knowledgeable about the sport. Their guests are inspiring!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MEBP
    United States2 years ago

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The show is praised for transparency about the challenges in ultrarunning, including DNF moments and training realism.
Guests are described as honest and inspiring, with a welcoming community feel.
Content is practical and actionable for both newcomers and seasoned ultrarunners.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' genuine care for runners and the sport.

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Apple Podcasts
#168
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#205
Canada/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 45: James Bragg - You have one shot at the race you were training for in a given year.
Q: How do you mentally prepare for a hundred-miler?
Mentally preparing means accepting that pain is part of the journey, focusing on the finish, breaking the race into manageable sections, and keeping the mindset that you can push through the difficult periods.
Episode 45: James Bragg - You have one shot at the race you were training for in a given year.
Q: What does PMA mean to you when you are hurting during a race?
PMA means staying positive no matter how bad it gets, looking for the positive in the situation, and not dwelling on the pain or making it contagious to others around you.
Episode 44: Mandy Wainfan - Injured? Whatever you do, just don't tell me I can't run.
Q: What is your go-to approach to IT band syndrome and patellar tendinopathy?
Emphasizes early treatment and strength-based rehab focusing on hip hinge, lateral stability, and quad loading; discourages overuse of foam rolling for IT band and discusses how isometrics and single-leg loaded exercises support recovery.
Episode 44: Mandy Wainfan - Injured? Whatever you do, just don't tell me I can't run.
Q: What are the five most common injuries you see, and how do you differentiate true vs. nerve-mediated plantar fasciitis?
She outlines plantar fasciitis versus radiculopathy, detailing that true plantar fasciitis is a tear/inflammation of the fascia seen on imaging, while the nerve-mediated version presents similar pain but without fascia damage, requiring different rehab approaches including neurodynamics testing.
Episode 44: Mandy Wainfan - Injured? Whatever you do, just don't tell me I can't run.
Q: How did you get into trail running and eventually ultrarunning?
Mandy explains she started in NCAA cross-country and track, gradually moved into trail running after a summer of long runs with friends, and eventually entered ultras after being inspired by colleagues who had already transitioned to the distance.

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What is Blueprint to Ultra about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners can expect in-depth conversations with ultrarunners, coaches, and sports-minded professionals who share practical training insights, mindset strategies, and personal resilience stories. Episodes frequently explore long-distance endurance, race strategy, nutrition, sleep, injury recovery, and the role of community and support networks. A notable throughline is turning adversity into athletic progress, with many guests detailing jogging through challenges like sobriety, aging, and DNFs, plus behind-the-scenes looks at race culture, crew dynamics, and planning multi-day events. The show often features guests who blend athletic performance with coaching, mentorship, and charitable or community initiatives, making it a strong fit for l... more

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1. Alex Minor
2. James Bragg
3. Mandy Wainfan
4. Josh Coleman
5. Alex Kuhlman
6. Aaron Fleisher
7. Anna Epifano
8. Chris Twiggs

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