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Racing (and winning) after Kids with Kate Pallardy
Description
Kate Pallardy joins the Free Outside Podcast to talk about longevity in ultrarunning, balancing motherhood with elite racing, and how her mindset has evolved over the years. From 100-mile podiums to navigating the chaos of parenting and training, Kate shares how she’s learned to stay present, resilient, and grounded—even when everything feels out of control.
We dive into:
-The reality of training with toddlers and unpredictability
-How mindset work and self-awareness changed her racing
-What she learned from big DNFs—and big wins
-Recovery, sleep, and why less can be more
-And her unique approach to nutrition and fueling
This one’s honest, inspiring, and packed with hard-earned wisdom from one of the most thoughtful voices in the sport.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Kate Palardy
03:05 The Unique Challenge of 100-Mile Races
05:54 Pacing and Shared Experiences in Ultra Running
08:56 Transitioning from Triathlons to Ultra Running
11:51 The Joy of Simplicity in Ultra Running
15:00 Training Differences: Marathons vs. 100-Mile Races
17:56 Life Hacks for Running with Kids
20:54 How Family Life Influences Training
23:57 The Journey to Becoming a Pro Triathlete
27:02 The Process of Earning a Pro Card
33:40 The Evolution of Triathlon
35:02 Rediscovering the Joy of Racing
36:57 Family Dynamics and Racing
40:22 Balancing Family and Athletic Goals
43:33 The Journey of Motherhood and Running
51:06 A Life-Changing 27-Mile Run
59:34 Finding Purpose in Running