Western States Golden Ticket + Ultra Running Mindset Tips with Holly Ranson

Episode 86: Holly Ranson Returns Western States Golden Ticket, 24-Hour Worlds Update & Ultra Mindset Tips | Women’s Running Collective This week on the Women’s Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie recap another hilarious Wheel of Misfortune punishment which somehow ended in a full hair and makeup makeover before heading out for a run 😂 The girls also chat through their deload week, including a spicy 5K time trial, a 16km long run, and the reality of trying to stay motivated during easier training weeks. Then they welcome back one of their favourite guests, ultra runner Holly Ranson. Holly shares a huge update following her incredible performance at the 24 Hour World Championships in France, where she hit her goals, set a world record and an 11km PB… but somehow still came second after another athlete broke the record by four kilometres. The episode dives into Holly earning her Western States Golden Ticket after Tarawera rolled down, why Western States is such an iconic race, and how she’s preparing for one of the biggest ultra events in the world. They also chat about mindset coaching, handling pressure, sponsorships, crew selection, fueling, heat training, and the mental side of ultra running. Hayles and Jussie also touch on the wild Cocodona 250-mile race, the rise of women in ultra running, and Rachel’s incredible overall win. A super inspiring episode for anyone curious about trail running, ultra mindset, or chasing big scary goals 💛 Timestamps 00:00 Episode 86 Kickoff 00:28 Wheel Misfortune Recap 02:04 Deload Week Training 03:35 5K Time Trial Wins 04:41 Long Run And DNMs 05:08 Meet Holly Ranson 06:50 24 Hour Worlds Update 09:43 Western States Entry 11:45 Why Western States Matters 13:24 Training And Heat Prep 14:15 New Sponsor Fraktal 15:17 Crew Pacer And Finish 17:27 Golden Hour Finishline 17:47 UTA Race Hype 18:49 Why Trail Ultras 19:40 From Sailing To Trails 21:16 Chasing Sponsors 21:50 Cocodona Womens Breakthrough 23:07 Mindset Coach Toolbox 24:40 Pressure And Decisions 28:02 Fueling And Carbs 29:55 Follow The Journey 31:15 Fractal Gear Drop 32:06 Cocodona Recap 34:19 Weekly Recommendations 36:57 Wrap Up Next Episode