The Tribe of Runners Podcast

105: How to Crew & Pace an Ultra Marathon. The Complete Guide for Runners, Crew & Pacers

May 6, 2026·50 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Most runners don’t fail on race day because of fitness… they fail because of poor execution.And more often than not, it comes down to one thing:crewing and pacing.In this solo episode, I break down the real role of crew and pacers. Diving into the difference between barely surviving a race and actually executing it.From choosing the right crew chief to understanding when to push or hold back, this episode dives into the details most runners overlook:The difference between crewing vs pacing (and why it matters)How to organize your crew so race day isn’t chaosWhat your crew should actually be doing at aid stationsHow pacers can keep you moving (without ruining your race)The subtle signals runners give when things are going wrongWhy emotional control from your crew can make or break your raceThis episode is for:Runners preparing for their first (or next) ultraCrew members who want to actually be helpfulPacers who want to show up the right wayBecause here’s the truth:No one finishes an ultra alone! Even if they cross the line by themselves.If you want a race-day plan that actually works, this is a must-listen.Find my Personal IG: @itslizmyersPodcast IG: @tribeofrunnersFor EASY ACCESS to all the Link HERE

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