The Trail Network Podcast

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Episode 121: Leah’s Hardrock News, Katie’s Javelina...

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2026/10/03

Katie and Leah catch up after a big few weeks in trail running, from Mammoth Trailfest and the Bear 100 to what’s next in their own racing seasons.They talk about the performances and people that stood out, the energy of being part of the trail community, and the different paths athletes take through the sport. They also get into longevity, mindset, balancing running with the rest of life, and knowing when to push versus when to listen to what your body is telling you.Plus, Leah shares some big

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00:51:15

Episode 120: Making Trail Running More Affordable and...

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2026/09/18

This week, Katie, Leah, and Rachel talk motherhood in sport, post-UTMB recovery, and their renewed motivation to get serious about strength training.Katie also sits down with Jes Parker, founder of Take 2 Trail, a secondhand trail running gear business making it easier for runners to buy and sell used gear. Jes shares how a pile of unwanted headlamps sparked the idea, how Take 2 Trail works, and why giving gear a second life can make trail running more affordable and less wasteful.Plus, the crew

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01:10:06

UTMB 2026: Rachel, Leah & Katie Recap Their Race

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2026/09/06

The whole crew is back for a UTMB debrief! Hilary sits down with Rachel Drake, Leah Yingling, and Katie Asmuth to unpack their journeys around Mont Blanc, from the very different paths that got each of them to the start line to everything that unfolded over 100+ miles in the Alps.Rachel shares the emotional roller coaster that had her considering dropping at Courmayeur before turning her race around and ultimately finishing 25th. Leah talks about chasing big goals in an increasingly deep women's

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00:41:50

Episode 118: Emily Schmitz: Behind the Scenes at HOKA...

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2026/08/21

Katie sits down with fellow HOKA athlete Emily Schmitz for a casual conversation from France as UTMB gets closer. Emily shares the path that brought her to trail running and eventually to living and training in France, plus a behind-the-scenes look at HOKA’s UTMB camp and what it’s really like preparing for one of the biggest weeks in the sport.With both Katie and Emily gearing up to race UTMB, they dig into the realities of training and racing in the Alps, what they’ve learned from experience on

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00:49:24

Episode 117: Inside the Final Month Before UTMB

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2026/08/02

Leah Yingling and Hilary Yang catch up after a busy few weeks as UTMB training reaches its final stretch. Leah recaps her podium finish at Speedgoat 50K, what clicked mentally on race day, and the nutrition, gear, and pacing lessons she's taking into UTMB. Hilary shares updates as she enters the final weeks of pregnancy, reflects on balancing life beyond running, and the two discuss the importance of stepping away from the sport when it's what you need most.They also chat about the

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01:23:41

Episode 116: Becca Bramley Breaks the High Lonesome...

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2026/07/24

Fresh off setting a new course record at High Lonesome 100, Becca Bramley joins Katie to share the story behind one of the biggest performances of the summer. They talk about Becca's unconventional path through trail running, balancing racing with a career as a social worker, recovering from a broken arm just months before the race, and why staying patient has been the key to her steady rise in the sport. It's a conversation about resilience, joy, and trusting the process as Becca continues

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00:54:13

Episode 115: Careth Arnold’s Hardrock Debut, Racing...

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2026/07/16

Careth Arnold's Hardrock 100 debut was anything but ordinary. After finishing second in one of the toughest ultramarathons in the world, Careth joins Katie to share what really happened during her 30-hour journey through the San Juan Mountains. From months spent acclimating in Silverton to battling pulmonary edema, wildfire smoke, and the mental challenge of racing when everything starts to unravel, this is an honest conversation about resilience, perspective, and learning from one of the

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01:16:12

Episode 114: What Western States Taught Tommie Runz

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2026/07/09

Tommie Runz joins Hilary Yang just days after finishing his first Western States Endurance Run to reflect on one of the biggest experiences of his running career. They talk about the path that brought him from road marathons to trail ultras, how his journey through sobriety continues to shape the way he approaches racing, and what it was like to adapt when race day didn't go according to plan.Beyond the race itself, Tommie shares why representation matters in trail running, the responsibility he

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00:49:19

Episode 113: Western States 100 Takeaways

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2026/07/02

Western States delivered one of the most memorable weekends in the race's history, and Katie Asmuth and Leah Yingling are still processing everything they witnessed.From Jenn Lichter's remarkable course record in her 100-mile debut to the incredible depth of both the women's and men's fields, they reflect on the performances that stood out, the lessons learned from pacing and crewing, and why this year's race may have changed how they think about racing 100 milers. They also

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01:11:24

Episode 112: Western States Preview + Katie Gets a...

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2026/06/27

Western States weekend is finally here.Hilary Yang, Katie Asmuth, and Leah Yingling catch up from Olympic Valley after one of the busiest weeks of the year, sharing everything from Broken Arrow and TrailCon to Here for the Women's Race events and the excitement building ahead of race day. They also break down the storylines they're most excited to follow at this year's Western States, make a few predictions, and talk through what makes this race unlike any other.Plus, Katie sits down

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00:47:22

Episode 111: The Road to Western States: Broken...

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2026/06/18

Western States season has arrived.This week, Hilary Yang and Leah Yingling sit down for a candid catch-up ahead of one of the biggest stretches on the trail running calendar. They talk about Hilary's pregnancy journey, Leah's life balancing training and motherhood, and the realities of staying connected to the sport through changing seasons of life.The conversation also dives into Broken Arrow, TrailCon, Western States, and the athletes they're most excited to watch over the coming

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00:45:46

Episode 110: The Gap Year That Led Ellaney Matarese...

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2026/06/11

Ellaney Matarese thought she was taking a gap year before medical school. Instead, she found herself falling in love with trail running and earning a Golden Ticket to the 2026 Western States 100 less than a year after running her first ultra.In this conversation, Ellaney shares her journey from Harvard track athlete and neuroscience graduate to one of the sport's most intriguing new talents. She reflects on embracing uncertainty, chasing new challenges, and why staying open to unexpected

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00:41:00

Episode 109: Inside the Fueling Strategy Behind...

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2026/06/05

Precision Fuel & Hydration sports scientist Emily Arrell joins Rachel Drake for a deep dive into the world of endurance fueling. Emily shares what it was like to crew Rachel Entwistle during her record-breaking run at Cocodona 250, the nutrition strategies that helped make it possible, and why preparation starts long before race day.They also unpack Rachel’s recent race at Madeira, discuss sweat testing, sodium intake, carb loading, gut training, and common mistakes athletes make when preparing

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00:51:29

Episode 108: Film Premiere & Feral CR

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2026/05/29

Episode 108 brings all four hosts back together for a rare catch-up episode, and the conversation covers everything from ambitious running goals to the realities of trying to fit training into already full lives. Hilary shares the experience of premiering Raise the Bar, her feature-length film celebrating the women of Western States and the athletes who continue to push the sport forward. Rachel reflects on her standout FKT effort on West Grandeur and the challenge of balancing big athletic goals

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00:43:32

Episode 107: The Messy Middle of Training and Real...

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2026/05/21

After a few chaotic weeks away from the mic, Katie is back and catching up with Leah on everything that’s unfolded lately, from her son's type 1 diabetes diagnosis to the emotional whiplash of balancing family crisis with training, racing, and everyday life. It’s an honest conversation about what happens when running suddenly takes a backseat, and how both of them are navigating UTMB build-up while life keeps throwing curveballs.They also get into local race wins, steep Salt Lake climbs,

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00:48:11

Episode 106: Pregnancy, Cocodona, and the Chaos of...

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2026/05/14

After a couple missed recording attempts and a very full few weeks, Leah and Hilary finally sit down to catch up. Hilary shares her pregnancy news and what the last few months have looked like balancing training, work, commentary, and just trying to survive the first trimester. The conversation also dives into Cocodona, Rachel Entrekin’s massive performance, the growing momentum behind women’s ultrarunning, and the different ways athletes navigate motherhood, racing, and identity within the

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01:05:47

Episode 105: Rachel and Tyler Green on Racing Madeira...

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2026/04/30

After a chaotic lead-up that included travel stress, illness, childcare logistics, and a race that almost didn’t happen, Rachel and Tyler Green made it to Madeira… and ended up delivering two standout performances on one of the most technical courses in the sport.In this episode, Hilary sits down with both Rachel and Tyler to unpack what it actually looked like behind the scenes. This isn’t just a race recap. It’s a conversation about showing up when nothing feels perfect, trusting your process when

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00:50:20

Episode 104: Trail Talk With Leah, Hilary & Katie

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2026/04/23

This week’s catch-up episode leans into where the sport is right now and how quickly everything seems to be evolving.With Rachel off racing in Madeira, Katie, Leah, and Hilary sit down to unpack a stretch of racing that felt bigger than usual. From the ACG takeover at Gorge to the growing presence of brands, media, and storytelling in trail, there’s a clear shift happening in how races are experienced, marketed, and consumed. It’s not just about who wins anymore. It’s about how the sport shows

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01:08:39

Episode 103: Robyn Lesh’s Path From Sailing to...

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2026/04/16

Robyn Lesh is one of the most interesting athletes in trail running right now because of how quickly she’s figuring things out and the results that are coming with it.A former competitive sailor and MIT-trained engineer, Robyn came into trail running without a traditional background in the sport. In just a few years, she’s gone from learning how to pace her first ultras to racing at the front of some of the most competitive fields in the world.This conversation digs into that progression. What it

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01:09:02

Episode 102: Shea Aquilano - Why Black Canyon Keeps...

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2026/04/09

There isn’t one way into trail running, and Shea Aquilano is a perfect example of that. In this episode, Hilary sits down with Shea to talk through her path from Midwest soccer player to professional trail runner based in Boulder. Without the traditional track or cross country background, she built her way into the sport through curiosity, patience, and a willingness to figure things out in real time.A lot of the conversation centers around Black Canyon, a race she’s returned to year after year. Her

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