The Tales on the Towpath’s Podcast

Episode 43 The Champ Returns

August 22, 2026·44 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

He told us his strategy, he built the blueprint, and then he executed it to perfection. Samir Baca Ponce (@bacaponcee) returns to the podcast fresh off an incredible VICTORY at the Backyard Ultra Comayagua in Honduras! When Samir was last on the show, he walked us through his meticulous training block, heat adaptation plans, and nutrition strategy for Comayagua. Today, he’s back to break down what it was actually like when the bell rang and execution met reality. Samir takes us lap-by-lap through the mental and physical highs and lows of the race, how his fueling plan held up over days of relentless running, and the exact moment he realized he was going to be the last runner standing. If you loved his pre-race episode, this victory deep-dive is the ultimate lesson in turning preparation into performance. Follow Samir on Instagram: @bacaponcee Listen to Samir’s First Episode: Episode 39 - Samir Baca Ponce Support the Podcast: If Samir’s victory inspired your training today, please leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

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