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Random Forest Runner - John Kelly (Part II)
Manage episode 501942977 series 2621554
In this episode, Doc talks with John Kelly, eight-time Barkley Marathons competitor. They discuss his experiences with the peculiar and challenging ultra-marathon, the race’s unique and arbitrary rules, and his recent participation in the 2025 event. The conversation covers the race dynamics, the intriguing stories of other participants, and the race's increased difficulty level. John shares his thoughts on the mental and physical demands of the Barkley Marathons, his attempts at the Appalachian Trail FKT (Fastest Known Time), and his future plans. They also touch on John’s preparation hacks and advice for ultra-runners and hikers alike.
622 episodes
Manage episode 501942977 series 2621554
In this episode, Doc talks with John Kelly, eight-time Barkley Marathons competitor. They discuss his experiences with the peculiar and challenging ultra-marathon, the race’s unique and arbitrary rules, and his recent participation in the 2025 event. The conversation covers the race dynamics, the intriguing stories of other participants, and the race's increased difficulty level. John shares his thoughts on the mental and physical demands of the Barkley Marathons, his attempts at the Appalachian Trail FKT (Fastest Known Time), and his future plans. They also touch on John’s preparation hacks and advice for ultra-runners and hikers alike.
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