Everyday athlete and trail running unicorn Michael Morales is one of the few and the fortunate who persevered to get selected in the lottery of the Western States Endurance Run 100 (WSER) for the 2022 race. After battling serious life challenges, including tipping the scales at 350 pounds with a medical death sentence from his doctor, Michael turned his diagnosis into his motivation to become a passionate trail running athlete with nearly 40 ultras to his name. As a Western States uber-fan - Michael tells us his origin story, how he learned he got into WSER, and what he fears and looks forward to on the day of the race. Learn how he balances training and daily relationships and responsibilities to prepare for the runs that bring joy and energy to his heart and soul. This is how Michael Morales is inspired by trail running and how he inspires others with his trail successes - on the Trail Success Podcast.
Everyday athlete and trail running unicorn Michael Morales is one of the few and the fortunate who persevered to get selected in the lottery of the Western States Endurance Run 100 (WSER) for the 2022 race. After battling serious life challenges, including tipping the scales at 350 pounds with a medical death sentence from his doctor, Michael turned his diagnosis into his motivation to become a passionate trail running athlete with nearly 40 ultras to his name. As a Western States uber-fan - Michael tells us his origin story, how he learned he got into WSER, and what he fears and looks forward to on the day of the race. Learn how he balances training and daily relationships and responsibilities to prepare for the runs that bring joy and energy to his heart and soul. This is how Michael Morales is inspired by trail running and how he inspires others with his trail successes - on the Trail Success Podcast.