Courage & Community with Agatha McRill

In this episode of the Infinite Endurance Podcast, host Philip J. Sebastiani interviews Agatha McRill, an ultra-runner and coach. They discuss Agatha's journey into ultra running, her experiences at various races including the Jackalope Jam, and her insights on recovery and coaching. Agatha shares her philosophy on courage, empowerment, and the importance of community in the ultra-running world. The conversation also touches on the challenges of transitioning to multi-day ultras and the joy of running with family.

Takeaways

• Courage is essential in all aspects of life.
• Running with family strengthens bonds and creates memories.
• Recovery is crucial; foot care is a priority.
• Active recovery helps maintain fitness and reduce injury risk.
• Confidence is key to starting and completing races.
• Empowering the next generation of runners is rewarding.
• Surprises in races can lead to memorable experiences.
• Planning is important, but flexibility is also key.