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    Gotta Run Podcast

    Gotta Run Podcast

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    Trail and Ultra running stories as told to us by average and not so average athletes. We seek the untold tales of everyday runners. Brought to you by GottaRunRacing Series. Please join your hosts Norman and Jodi, Directors of GottaRunRacing.com as we discover the ascents and descents of trail running. Website - https://www.gottarunracing.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpIygehlXPgM_AyruXx4Mxw?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gottarunracing Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gottarunracing/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/gottarun_racing Support us on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/gottarunracing

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    GRP #142 From Heartbreak to Triumph: Ken Slagter's Western States 100 Journey / GottaRunPodcast

    GRP #142 From Heartbreak to Triumph: Ken Slagter's Western States 100 Journey / GottaRunPodcast

    March 25, 2025
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    Welcome to another episode of the Gotta Run Podcast! This time, we dive into an inspiring conversation with Ken Slagter, a resilient ultra runner from Ontario, Canada.

    Join us as Ken opens up about his remarkable journey to the Western States 100 Endurance Run. From the tough trials of missing out on lotteries to an unexpected health scare in 2023, Ken's love for the sport shines through.

    Discover how Ken battled back to finally claim his spot at the coveted Western States 100 race. Listen in as he recounts his experiences at ticket races, the importance of good support systems, and how he's gearing up for the big event.

    With a family that's always been supportive and a drive to conquer the trail, Ken's story is a testament to endurance and determination. Don't miss this episode, filled with heart, humour, and a passion for running that goes beyond physical limits!

     

    Here is Ken...

    You can follow Ken on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/wheresrunnerken/

     

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