Episode 48 - Ron Keplinger - non-runner who conquered JFK50

Podcast: The Tales on the Towpath’s Podcast · talesonthetowpath

Opublikowano: 2026-09-28

What happens when a self-described "non-runner" falls in love with America’s oldest ultramarathon? In this special episode, we sit down with Ron Keplinger, a five-time finisher of the legendary JFK 50 Mile and an official member of the JFK 250 Mile Club (earned after completing 250 total miles across five finishes). Ron turns the tables on the show by putting host trio Adam, Chris, and Katie in the hot seat for a fun segment decoding everyday running lingo. From technical terms to obscure trail jargon, Ron quizzes the crew on definitions every beginner runner should know. Then, Ron takes us...