Episodes

May 7, 2024

ZenduranceNow Tribe

If you are easily offended, well, you won't like Sean very much, and maybe this isn't the podcast for you. Be warned, Sean may have topped himself in how inappropriate one can get on the podcast. If you're aren't easily …

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April 22, 2024

Sean are you OK?

Meghan checks in with Sean to see how is feeling after his skiing accident. Sean reports that he broke his tibia and describes his accident, surgery, and stay in the hospital. Sean ponders his plans for the remainder of the …

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April 8, 2024

Spiders, Teeth, Bats, & Paddleboards OH MY! Special Guest Coach John …

Welcome to a another episode of Comfortably Uncomfortable: Not Another Running Story. In this episode, we discuss the experiences of being an athlete and the surprising injuries that come with it. John Harris, an experienced podcaster and athlete, st...

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March 26, 2024

Anyone Know An Arborist?

Sean gets hit in the head and seeks an Arborist to tell him he's not at fault. Meghan discusses her love of horror movies. Sean discusses Gleaming the Cube and Dr Giggles. The discussion moves into summer plans, camping in …

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Feb. 25, 2024

Marc Kelly Ultrarunner & Adventure Seeking Enthusiast

We continue profiling stories from the mid pack and bring mid pack athletes onto the podcast. In this episode Meg and Sean down with Marc Kelly a Connecticut ultrarunner and Sean's friend. Marc lets us into his “why” and his …

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Feb. 13, 2024

Chris Wristen Die Hard Mid-Packer & Founder of Mass Ultra

Coaches Meghan, Sean, and Sam talk with Chris Wristen founder of Mass Ultra. Chris created Mass Ultra covers ultra races in Massachusetts. Chris talks about moving to Massachusetts with his wife and how he used his education in journalism and …

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Feb. 2, 2024

Best Records? Let the Debate Continue! Part 2

Chaos, laughter, and fun continue with the whole ZenduranceNow Gang! Coaches Meghan, Sean, and Sam talk about their favorite full length records. We hope you have as much fun listening as we did recording this. This is part 2 of …

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Jan. 8, 2024

Best Records? Let The Debate Begin! Part 1

We have a great podcast for you! Chaos, laughter, and fun with the whole ZenduranceNow Gang! Coaches Meghan, Sean, and Sean talk about their favorite full length records. We hope you have as much fun listening as we did recording …

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Dec. 26, 2023

Finn Meehan and his dad Coach Sean

You are in for a big treat. Join us for this special Christmas podcast episode with Finn Meehan. Finn was coached by his dad, our very own Coach Sean. Finn talks about his first 5k and then about his most …

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Dec. 18, 2023

VT 100 Mile Race Director and Endurance Athlete Amy Rusiecki

Meghan and Sean sit down with the amazing Race Director and athlete Amy Rusiecki. We talk about how she was introduced into the ultra/trail running community and her personal accomplishments in the sport. We discuss how Amy went from running …

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Dec. 4, 2023

Father and Daughter Endurance Racing with Sam and Sophia Farnsworth

Meghan and Sean sit down and catch up with Coach Sam after his amazing success at the Javelina Jundred 100 mile race. Sam brought with him a very special guest; his daughter, pacer, and crew Sophia. During this conversation with …

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Nov. 22, 2023

Meghan and Sean talk about Life, Stress, and Entertainment

Sean has been dealing with some illness and injury that most likely resulted from his lack of recovery after an intense racing season. Pivot to "What to Watch." Meghan discussed the movie "Nyad" on Netflix and how it really inspired …

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Nov. 6, 2023

Coach Sam Preps for his BIG RACE

Coaches Meghan and Sean talk with Coach Sam prior to his run at Javelina Jundred 100 mile race in Arizona. After a brief talk about what Sam’s plans are to successfully execute we get into how Sam approaches his "taper" …

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Oct. 23, 2023

Success as an Older Athlete

ZenduranceNow Coaches Meghan, Sean, and Sam discuss training older athletes. The discussion ranges from hormones, bone density, supplements, and just general health. They address modifications in training protocols for older athlete and how strength ...

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Oct. 9, 2023

The Day Meghan Crash And Almost Died, Part 2

Meghan and Sean talk in depth about the bike crash that almost killed her in June of 2006. This is a very special and emotional episode for Meghan. Sean delves into the physical, mental, and emotional sides of Meghan's trauma. …

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Sept. 25, 2023

The Day Meghan Crashed and Almost Died, Part 1

Meghan and Sean talk in depth about the bike crash that almost killed her in June of 2006. This is a very special and emotional episode for Meghan. Sean delves into the physical, mental, and emotional sides of Meghan's trauma. …

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Sept. 11, 2023

Sean’s ”failure” and what he learned from it

Meghan and Sean discuss Sean’s first "Did Not Finish" aka DNF. Sean recently DNF’d at Jigger Johnson 100 mile in the White Mountains. Sean shares his mindset going into the race, and how the wheels came off the bus. Meghan …

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Aug. 28, 2023

The Humble King of the White Mountains Phil Carcia, part 2

Meg and Sean sit down and talk with Philip Carcia. Phil is an avid hiker best know for his hiking “projects” in the Whites of New Hampshire. After a brief introduction we discuss his motivations for his experiences as a …

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Aug. 15, 2023

The Humble King of the White Mountains Phil Carcia, Part 1

Meghan and Sean sit down and talk with Philip Carcia, the Humble King of the White Mountains. Phil is an avid hiker best know for his hiking “projects” in the Whites of New Hampshire. After a brief introduction of who …

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Aug. 1, 2023

Chasing Dreams at Western States 100 mile race

Coaches Meg, Sean, and Sam sit down and talk about Sean's goal of 10+ years... Western States 100 mile. Coach Sam was also in California for the Western States as he was supporting his daughter Sophia. This is a story …

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July 17, 2023

Marshall Collins the O.G. of Running

Meghan and Sean sit down with Meghan’s father Marshall Collins on his birthday and talk running from his perspective. He shares with us humbling stories and humor, beating Amby Burfoot only to realize Amby was at a distinct disadvantage, trying …

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July 3, 2023

What we’re watching, reading, and listening to

Sean and Meghan talk about the media they are currently enjoying including what they are reading, watching, and listening to. Meghan immediately triggers Sean with her choice of reading material and later triggers him again with a discussion about ma...

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June 24, 2023

Mental Health and Sport (Replay)

Our very own Sean Meehan is running Western States 100 mile in California today! Please send him great energy, mojo, prayers, well wishes- whatever works for you. Sean and Meghan talk mental health and fitness. This includes: the connection between …

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June 19, 2023

Our Favorite Trail Couple

Meghan and Sean talk with Matt Shinn and Hannah Hawley. Matt and Hannah met while Matt was thru hiking the Appalachian Trail. They are now married and share a love for the outdoors. The conversation starts off with shared experiences …

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