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Ultra Runner & UTMB winner - Tom Evans - #24

May 5, 2026 · 83 min · Ep 24

In this episode, Jake Dearden joins ultra runner Tom Evans to break down his insane journey from the Army to winning UTMB.


We dive into his mindset, training secrets, heat prep, hybrid fitness, and why chasing perfection might be holding you back. This episode is packed with elite-level insights on endurance, mental resilience, and performing when it really counts.


00:00 – Intro

01:15 – First Race Ever

05:05 – Western States

09:20 – Mental Strength

13:59 – Hyrox vs CrossFit vs Ultra Running

20:12 – Why Problem Solving Wins Races

29:35 – Heat Training & Performance Hacks

33:17 – Skills That Make Elite Trail Runners

40:00 – Letting Go of Perfection

49:01 – Winning UTMB


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