Amber Graziano Cano
Amber Graziano Cano
100M Ultra Race Recap
100M Ultra Race Recap
100M Ultra Race Recap
Monday 4th March 2024
Amber & Vinny recap their Silver Moon 100Mile race adventure, sharing insights on endurance running, sobriety, and upcoming events.
42 minutes
inspirational
challenging
informative
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motivational
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Amber Graziano Cano
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Episode Overview
- Recap of the Silver Moon 100Mile ultramarathon.
- Amber's experience and challenges faced during the race.
- Importance of mental fortitude in endurance running.
- Insights into the running community and sobriety support.
- Upcoming races and March Madness workshops.
When running a 100-mile ultramarathon, the first 50 miles, I rely on my body and run on the trail. The next 40 miles, I rely on my head and run in my mind. The last 10 miles, I rely on my heart and run in the sky.
In the latest episode of the Recovery Road Runners podcast, hosts Amber Graziano and Vinny delve into the thrilling and challenging Silver Moon 100Mile ultramarathon. Amber, founder and president of Recovery Road Runners, shares her experience participating in the race held at Cass Winery, Paso Robles. Known for its scenic beauty, the venue offers various race options, including 100 miles, 24-hour, 12-hour, and 6-hour events.
Amber, a certified running and sobriety coach, recounts the strategy she employed during the race, emphasizing the significance of mental resilience. The race started at 6 PM, adding a unique challenge to the already daunting task. Amber and Vinny highlight the importance of having a solid headlamp for night running, as the trail required constant focus and was mentally taxing. Despite the physical and mental hurdles, Amber experienced moments of connection and encouragement from the running community.
A memorable encounter involved meeting a woman whose husband has been sober for 15 years, showcasing the supportive network that surrounds sobriety-focused athletes. The duo reflects on lessons learned from the race, such as the need for thorough course reconnaissance and preparation. Amber's determination shone through, especially when she hit a rough patch at mile 75 but managed to push through with Vinny's support.
Looking ahead, Amber talks about future races like the Montano de Oro 50K and La Jolina 100K. Additionally, she invites listeners to join the March Madness workshops—an engaging series covering running techniques, strength training, yoga, and nutrition. Amber concludes with a motivational quote from Michael D. Elurio, capturing the essence of endurance running: "The first 50 miles, I rely on my body; the next 40 miles, I rely on my head; the last 10 miles, I rely on my heart." This philosophy underlines the deep connection between physical effort and mental strength in ultra-distance running.
Overall, the episode provides inspiration, practical advice, and community support for runners and those on a sobriety journey, encouraging listeners to join upcoming events and workshops.