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The Art of Type 2 Fun: An adventure podcast
Type 2 Fun, according to many adventurer folks, is the type of fun that is not necessarily fun while you are doing it, but you are hella glad you did it after the fact. And that's what this Podcast is all about!
The Art of Type 2 Fun is an adventure podcast hosted by backcountry adventurer, cyclist, and ultrarunner, Karey Miles. We feature women and their supportive folks and talk about epic tales of adventure and suffering! Even if you aren't a lady, join in on the fun! These stories and tips and tricks are for anyone who loves pushing themselves in the outdoors! We share questions, and all the juicy deets of how we experience and grow from learning the Art of Type 2 Fun.
The Art of Type 2 Fun: An adventure podcast
S2 E5: The Art of Going for It with ultra runner and through hiker, Tara Dower
Karey had the opportunity to sit down with Tara Dower who holds the newly minted Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the Appalachian Trail. Tara has made history, besting both the previous men's and women's FKT's for this trail, completing the trail in 40 days, 18 hours and 5 minutes. She has been featured in many podcasts, articles and beyond for her recent feat of endurance! She's been at this for a while though, and acts as a wonderful mentor and educator, sharing her knowledge and experiences of Ultra Running and throug hiking through her YouTube Channel, Tara Treks.
Karey and Tara talk about:
- Tara's athletic history
- Tackling the Appalachian Trail
- Dealing and coping with Anxiety in ultra endurance events
- Cute animals on the trail
- Fear factors
- Dealing with having your period on the trail
- Healing and recovery after the fact
Check out the following for more details about her AT FKT and beyond:
Tara's IG: Tara.Dower
Tara's YouTube Channel: Tara Treks
Girls on the Run FKT Fundraiser (if still open)
MORE PODCASTS FEATURING TARA:
Free Trail Podcast
Singletrack Podcast
Intro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder
License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI
Outtro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling
License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M
