Episode
Finding Optimal Focus for UTMB with Marisa Romeo
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- The Run, Shattered Podcast
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- Mar 7, 2026
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- 2902
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Summary
In this episode, Sierra connects with Dr. Marisa Romeo about her experience using mental skills at Ultra Trail Du Mont Blanc (UTMB) and how she helps others train their mental skills. Marisa dives into her optimal racing zone using focus tactics, imagery, and enjoying all aspects of the training process. Marisa is a coach, athlete, educator, partner, daughter, and foodie. As a Certified Mental Performance Consultant with a doctorate in Sport and Performance Psychology, her passion is helping athletes and performers develop mental skills that support both high performance and personal growth. She grew up competing in sports and eventually found her way to ultramarathons, where she now compete at an elite level up to 100 miles. HUGE thank you to Marisa for taking time to share her experience and the mental skills that work for her so we can all shatter our next race! CONNECT WITH US: If you'd like to share your own experience using mental skills during a recent marathon or ultra, please reach out to Sierra on Instagram or through email: [email protected] Connect with Sierra on IG @ShatteredRunner Connect with Marisa on her website: https://www.marisaromeo.com Connect with Marisa on IG @DrMarisaRomeo