107. Sedona 125 - The Reality of Running and Pushing Beyond Limits

In this episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I sit down with Jim Witcombe and Cory Kitchens to talk about their experience at Sedona 125. From Jim being a veteran at this race to this being Cory's first 100+ Miler. We talk about the real side of ultra running.... the pain, the mental battles, the unexpected lows, and what actually keeps people moving forward when things get hard.From hallucinations and destroyed feet, to caffeine strategies and sleep deprivation, this conversation dives deep into what it looks like to tackle 125 miles on trail.Cory shares the experience of taking on his first 125-mile race and the lessons he learned through doubt, injury, and pushing far beyond what he thought he was capable of. Jim brings the perspective of multiple finishes at this particular race (and many other ultras) and proves that age doesn’t define what’s possible in ultra running.We get into:Managing blisters, fatigue, and mental breakdowns during long racesHow caffeine and sleep strategy can completely change a raceThe role of community and shared suffering in ultrasWhy mindset matters more than perfectionThe small moments and humor that help runners survive dark milesThis episode is about more than running. It’s about resilience, problem solving, and learning how to keep going when everything in you wants to stop.Whether you’re training for your first ultra or have years in the sport, this conversation is packed with honest stories, hard-earned lessons, and reminders that the toughest miles often become the most meaningful ones.