# He Had Never Run 100 Miles…Then He Finished Cocodona 250: Dr. Jeff Hammond

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Podcast: [Everyday Ultra](https://stenobird.com/podcast/everyday-ultra-4835603)
Published: 2026-06-07T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everyday-ultra/episodes/He-Had-Never-Run-100-MilesThen-He-Finished-Cocodona-250-Dr--Jeff-Hammond-e3kdt8t
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## Resource

What does it take to go from barely running beyond 15 miles to finishing one of the toughest 250-mile ultramarathons in the world? Dr. Jeff Hammond shares a refreshingly honest look at what it really takes to chase a massive goal and embrace the unknown. This conversation is packed with practical wisdom, mindset shifts, and stories that will inspire you to think bigger while staying grounded in smart training and preparation. This episode will challenge the limits you place on yourself and give you a new perspective on what's possible. In this episode, you'll discover: -Why having less experience than everyone else isn't always a disadvantage -What 250 miles teaches you about patience, resilience, and adaptability -The surprising power of embracing the ultra running community -How to balance ambitious goals with smart preparation -Why comparing your journey to other runners can hold you back -Lessons from recovery that every ultrarunner should hear -How stepping outside your comfort zone can unlock your biggest breakthroughs -The value of trusting the training even when the outcome feels uncertain -Why your next big running goal might be closer than you think This conversation will leave you inspired to dream boldly, prepare intelligently, and discover what you're truly capable of. SHOW LINKS: Register for our 100K or 50K race, Desert Peak Ultra, by going to ⁠⁠⁠desertpeakultra.com⁠⁠⁠ Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Book a free call here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit! Want to work with me to crush your next ult…

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