Leadville Uncovered: The Race That Created Michael Mitchell

Podcast: Ultra Uncovered · Ultra Uncovered

Opublikowano: 2026-08-14

In this episode of Leadville Uncovered, Corinne sits down with Michael Mitchell, one of the most entertaining and unconventional athletes lining up for the 2026 Leadville Trail 100. What makes Michael's story so unique is that Leadville wasn't just his first 100-mile race; it was his first ultramarathon, period. Michael reflects on toeing the line in 2021 as a former collegiate runner with virtually no trail-running experience, leading the race through the opening marathon before discovering just how unforgiving 100 miles at altitude can be. That experience sparked an obsession that ultimately transformed his relationship with running. The conversation...