Scott Cooper is a Canadian ultramarathon icon.

As the winner of the Inaugural Divide 200, Scott set himself apart. He has also represented Canada internationally at ultramarathon events.

He has completed multiple Ironman triathlons and is a finisher at UTMB; this guy has done it all.

Now, as a father, he navigates fatherhood and his passion for running and finding his own limits.

Join us as we chat with Scott and learn his ways of the Force.

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This week we sit down with accomplished adventurer Kevin Vallely. We discuss he and friend of the podcast Ray Zahab's recent expedition to cross Ellesmere Island. Polar bears, wolves and a long, cold, challenging expedition. We also delve into Kevin's background of racing and what lead hime to attempting some of the amazing feats he's done in the past. We explore what it takes to build the mental toughness required to persevere in these challenging situations and also the lighter side of laughing at misfortune.

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On today's episode, we chat about a new trail race coming to Panorama Mountain Resort; The WILDness presented by Rossignol. June 28/29th 2025!

Nick and Kyle have been offered the opportunity to run the race, and we're also giving away an entry to one of our listeners!

We also sit with the course director, Brittany Peterson, an incredible runner in her own right. She now brings the pain cave to us mere mortals.

How did her upbringing running in the forests around Duluth lead to the Skyrunner World Series and three Western States appearances?

Brittany is also a coach: Check out PEAK RUN PERFORMANCE

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