Becoming Ultra

In this episode, Scott talks with ultrarunner and coach, Liza Howard about how endurance athletes can train, race, and stay safe in hot conditions. Liza shares practical strategies for heat acclimation, managing effort when temperatures rise, fueling when your body doesn't want to cooperate, and recognizing the warning signs of heat exhaustion. She also talks about aging as an endurance athlete, navigating perimenopause, and adjusting training in a way that supports long-term performance instead of fighting against the body. Whether you're training through summer, preparing for a hot race, or learning how to adapt as your body changes, this conversation is packed with useful, real-world advice. In this episode, we talk about: How heat impacts running performance and recovery Why fitness matters, but effort still has to change in hot conditions Heat acclimation strategies runners can use in training How to practice cooling strategies before race day Fueling and hydration challenges during hot races What heat