It's been since October 2023 when I last pinned a bib for an Ultra distance trail race. Injuries and unexpected illness caused me to DNS 3 planned attempts in 2025. What happens to the mind over the course of +2 years when you haven't competed or completed an Ultra. The training blocks were consistent, the passion for the sport burned, but the doubts crept in and only grew over time. Was I still capable? summaryJoin us as I share my experience running the Desert Peaks 100K Ultra, supported by insights from my crew Ivan Estrella and Angelo Lemi. We delve into race strategies, course challenges, the importance of community, and the mental resilience required for ultra running.Shoutout my entire crew - my wife Alia, Johnny Ramos, Sean Haworth and Angelo Lemi's wife Olivia, daughter Harper and his Dad - thank you for all your contribution! Joe Corcione, Everyday Ultra Podcast and the entire team behind Desert Peak Ultra - we salute you, thank you for the massive effort to organize this inaugural year!

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