Nick Thompson joins the show to talk about use cases for AI in ultra-trail running, the concept of technology doping, urban design for run commuting, his new book The Running Ground, and some of his fairly low-key favorite races in the sport -including the Escarpment, the Twisted Branch 100K, and more. Chapters: 02:00 The Intersection of AI and Ultra Running 05:10 Exploring the Role of Technology in Training 08:12 The Future of Coaching in the Age of AI 10:59 Urban Design and Run Commuting 14:08 The Impact of Analytics on Sports 20:00 The Journey of Self-Discovery Through Running 31:44 The Complexity of Commitment in Sports 37:11 The Luddite Perspective on Modernity 38:55 Sketches of Meaningful Lives 43:12 Post-Traumatic Growth and Resilience 45:54 Ambition vs. Spiritual Awakening 53:32 Exploring Off-the-Beaten-Path Races 57:42 Influencing Public Figures in Ultra Running Partners: Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/) Precision Fuel and Hydration - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout for 15% off your next order (https://www.precisionhydration.com/planner/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=singletrack) deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website to get 20% off your next order (https://partners.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/) Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website (bit.ly/3JVNIbL) to get 30% off your purchase. Additional Links: Follow Nick on LinkedIn , The Running Ground Follow Finn on Instagram , Strava , Twitter , Youtube , and Patreon Support the show
