Episode 23. Good Enough is Great: The Real Secret to Ultramarathon Training

The Perfect Ultramarathon Training Plan (Spoiler: There Isn't One)Wouldn't it be nice if you could follow a flawless training plan from start to finish and arrive at the start line perfectly prepared? Coach Erin Quinn is here to tell you the truth: life happens — and that's okay.In this episode, Erin breaks down the three things that will actually make your ultramarathon training as strong as it can be:A plan built for you — your base fitness, your goals, your lifestyleConsistency — showing up 80–85% of the time beats heroic one-off performances every timeWriting down your wins — learning to reframe setbacks as progressErin shares stories from her own 100-miler training block (back spasms, a last-minute trip to NCAA swim nationals, and more), plus real wins from her athletes navigating nerve flare-ups, sharp knee pain, extreme heat, and altitude — and how they all made it to the start line anyway.Whether you're training for your first 50K or your fifteenth ultra, this episode will help you give yourself some grace — and remind you that the most important thing is to start where you are. Erin encourages listeners to reach out to her with comments at erinmaryquinn.com (or leave them here!) If you're interested in applying for her 1:1 coaching you can reach her at that same email address to set up a free consult, or go to her website at erinmaryquinn.com or message her on Instagram @erinquinnultraruncoach