The Trail Life Podcast

In this episode of the Trail Life Podcast, 'Ultra Buds Unleashed,' with guest host Isabella Janovich, Isabella interviews Kevin Goldberg, an accomplished ultra runner and endurance coach. Kevin shares his journey from starting as a casual runner to tackling some of the toughest 200-plus mile races. He discusses his hip surgeries, his entry into the ultra running scene, and his experiences running races like the Tour de Gence and Cocodona 250. Kevin also talks about his work at TrainingPeaks, coaching athletes, and his podcast 'Distance to Empty,' which focuses on the 200-mile distance. This episode is filled with insights into ultra running, training tips, and an inspiring story of resilience and passion.

00:00 Welcome Back to the Trail Life Podcast

00:52 Introducing Ultra Buds Unleashed

02:23 Meet Kevin Goldberg: Ultra Runner and Endurance Coach

03:43 Kevin's Journey into Trail Running

04:58 The Challenge of 200-Mile Races

10:49 Experiencing the Tour de Gence

15:20 The People's Runner: Kevin's Cocodona Experience

18:10 Balancing a Career in the Running Industry

23:03 Balancing Coaching and Full-Time Work

23:38 Starting the Distance to Empty Podcast

24:27 Podcast Success and Community Impact

26:23 Training and Work-Life Balance

29:06 Big Races and Events for 2025

31:26 Pacing, Crewing, and Podcast Growth

34:37 Advice for New 200 Mile Runners

37:05 Favorite and Dream Races

40:08 Inspiring Hip Surgery Story