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The One More Hour Podcast: An Insider’s Guide to Backyard Ultras, Timed Races, and the Ultrarunning Mindset

Jaci Wilson
Backyard Ultra
Backyard Ultras
Ultrarunning
Nutrition
Endurance Running
Team USA
Mental Toughness
Mental Health
Big's Backyard Ultra
Ultra Running
Ultramarathon
Pacing
Mental Traps
Ultramarathons
Trail Running
Ultrarunning Mindset
Foot Care
The Power Of Enoughness
Cocodona
One More Hour Podcast

Can you keep going when everything in you wants to stop?

One More Hour is the podcast for backyard ultra runners, ultramarathoners, trail runners, and people who want to master the ultrarunning mindset and push their limits. Hosted by run coach and backyard ultra expert Jaci Wilson, this show dives into the strategies, stories, and science behind going one more hour.

Each week, you’ll hear from ... more

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Latest Episodes

What can the world's best backyard ultra runners teach you about your next race?

The 2026 Backyard Ultra Team World Championships featured (it's still going at the time of this recording!!!) athletes pushing beyond 100 hours, running through multipl... more

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The World Backyard Ultra Team Championships kick off October 17, and Team USA is heading to Big’s Backyard in Bell Buckle, Tennessee, to take on the best backyard ultra runners in the world around the world.

In this episode, Jaci breaks down five ke... more

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Welcome to The Road to Big’s, a special series from The One More Hour Podcast featuring the athletes representing Team USA at the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships.

Jennifer Russo is heading back to Big’s for her sixth consecutive year. W... more

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Welcome to The Road to Big’s, a special series from The One More Hour Podcast featuring the athletes representing Team USA at the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships.

Jon Noll is heading back to Big’s for his sixth consecutive year, after s... more

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Recent Guests

Jennifer Russo
Ultrarunner and race director
Team USA / Ohio race directing partner
Episode: The Road to Big’s (Ep.4): Jennifer Russo | Team USA
Jon Noll
Backyard Ultra competitor aiming for long distances and multiple Bigs appearances
USA Team / Backyard Ultra athlete
Episode: The Road to Big's (Ep.3): Jon Noll | Team USA
Sarah Strong
The Trail Therapist, licensed clinical social worker and certified ultra running coach
The Trail Therapist
Episode: (Ep.55) Your Brain Is Doing Its Job: The Psychology of the Backyard Ultra with Sarah Strong
Scott Snell
Backyard Ultra competitor, Team USA member
Team USA, Backyard Ultra Community
Episode: The Road to Big's (Ep.2): Scott Snell | Team USA
Scott Martin
Ultrarunner, Team USA member
Team USA
Episode: The Road to Big's (Ep.1): Scott Martin | Team USA
Levi Yoder
Backyard Ultra competitor; three-time Big's Backyard participant (2022, 2023, 2024)
Independent ultrarunner
Episode: (Ep.49) 3 Trips to Big’s Backyard: What Levi Yoder Learned Running 300+ Miles
Dave Kwiatkowski
Backyard Ultra competitor, USA team member, creator of Yardlore
Episode: (Ep.47) Backyard Ultras are an Experiment of One with Dave Kwiatkowski
Veronica Pardo
Runner and chiropractor, wife of Nick Petterson, crewing expert in backyard ultras
Independent (runner/crewing expert)
Episode: (Ep.45) The Race Behind the Runner: Crewing a Backyard Ultra (and for DAYS!) with Veronica Pardo
Audrey Carter
Trail runner, ultra runner, mom
East Tennessee Mother Runner
Episode: (Ep.43) Can You Survive the Murder Mile? | Audrey Carter's Mid-State Mile Experience

Host

Jaci Wilson
Host and backyard ultra expert guiding episodes with coaching frameworks and race-day insights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Motivational & Informative

    I’ve always wanted to run an ultra/BYU and I’m hoping that once my body smartens up and allows me to do so, I’ll have more tools in my toolbelt, thanks to the great coaches I follow.

    I love Coach Jaci’s content and this podcast is no exception. Looking forward to all the future episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pattergrub
    Canadaa year ago

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Guests are described as knowledgeable and insightful, with real-world experiences.
Listeners appreciate the actionable coaching style and practical race-day tips.
The host's focus on mindset, pacing, and crew dynamics is highly valued by endurance athletes.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#69
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#66
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#130
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#70
Germany/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#87
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#242
France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Road to Big’s (Ep.4): Jennifer Russo | Team USA
Q: What are her thoughts on encouraging more women to participate in backyard ultras?
Russo believes visibility and shared success are key; as more women see others succeed, participation should grow, and she hopes to see more female entrants without creating gender-specific structures.
The Road to Big’s (Ep.4): Jennifer Russo | Team USA
Q: How does she balance individual strategy with team support during a team year?
She explains that personal pacing matters, but in a team year it's crucial to stay aware of teammates' needs and be ready to assist, while not letting others' faster paces dictate her own approach.
The Road to Big’s (Ep.4): Jennifer Russo | Team USA
Q: What does it feel like coming back to Bigs for a sixth year in a row?
Russo expresses ongoing excitement and humility, noting the sport's rapid growth and her desire to support the team while acknowledging the allure of stepping back to make room for others. She emphasizes the personal motivation to stay involved due to the strong team environment.
The Road to Big's (Ep.1): Scott Martin | Team USA
Q: How are you feeling about the day course and its vert, given your ultrarunning background?
He acknowledges mixed feelings, enjoys vertical work, but anticipates the day loop being slower and more challenging when tired.
The Road to Big's (Ep.1): Scott Martin | Team USA
Q: How would you describe your biggest strength in the backyard format?
He emphasizes mental strength and a mindset of starting the next loop and not quitting, paired with being physically prepared.

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A highly tactical show focused on backyard ultras, timed races, and ultrarunning mindset. Episodes blend host-led coaching with guest insights from athletes, race directors, and mental performance experts to unpack pacing, fueling, crew dynamics, and mental resilience. Listeners likely value practical frameworks, real-world race stories, and strategies to push through fatigue and stay mentally engaged across long formats. The show often emphasizes mindset shifts, process-oriented planning, and community-driven support, making it a strong resource for aspiring guests and sponsors targeting endurance athletes and the running ecosystem. A standout trait is the consistent pairing of actionable techniques with motivational coaching, delivered by... more

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1. Jennifer Russo
2. Jon Noll
3. Sarah Strong
4. Scott Snell
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6. Levi Yoder
7. Dave Kwiatkowski
8. Veronica Pardo

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