Episode 10. The 5 C's of Ultrarunning

**Episode 10: The 5 C's of Ultrarunning** What does it really take to become an ultrarunner? In this finale of the Beginning Ultrarunning series, host and professional ultrarunning coach Erin Quinn breaks down the five big dial movers she calls "The 5 C's" — Consistency, Comparison, Curiosity, Coaching, and Commitment. Erin gets real about what ultrarunning actually looks like: the blisters, the chafing, the cow dung, and the moments your body screams at you to stop — and why it's still one of the most beautiful, raw, and rewarding experiences you can have. She shares her own journey from barely crawling across a 50K finish line to completing the grueling Moab 240, and the mindset shifts that made it all possible. Whether you're lacing up for your first ultra or looking to level up your training, this episode will remind you that the trail doesn't care about your pace — it just asks you to show up. **In this episode:** - Why consistency beats perfection every time - How comparison steals your potential before you even begin - The questions that will keep you curious and in love with the sport - Why hiring a coach was Erin's single biggest game-changer - What real commitment looks like, day in and day out *Start where you are — but make sure that you start.* You can learn more about Erin's 1:1 online run coaching at www.erinmaryquinn.com If you want to contact her directly she'd love to hear from you erinmaryquinn@gmail.com Follow her on Instagram or Facebook @erinquinnultraruncoach