The Human Potential Running Series, Colorado’s largest series of ultra marathons, introduces its namesake podcast. The Human Potential Running Series (HPRS) Podcast is a show dedicated to the many unique individuals who make up the HPRS Trail and Ultrarunning Community. Hosted by HPRS Owner and Race Director John Lacroix, this show explores the passions and thoughts of the individuals who run with, and volunteer at, HPRS.
The HPRS Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music/Audible, Audacy and through the archive listed below.
Body Issues
By HPRS Staff Columnist Christopher Mellott Find your most recent race photo and take a long look at it. What is your first thought? Mine is usually somewhere between “I look so out of shape” or “I would love this...
On Becoming an Ultrarunner
By HPRS Staff Columnist Holly Rapp Less than one hour into my first ultramarathon, a 24-hour timed race, I had already thrown up twice. As it was my first, I wasn’t sure if this was standard or possibly a rough...
Colorado Running Series Becomes First In The World To Be Sponsored By A Cannabis Brand
Brands Unify To Focus On Runner’s Health And Wellness Castle Rock, CO – May 3, 2018 –Human Potential LLC, an event management company that hosts The Human Potential Running Series, announced today that Colorado-based Elixinol is an official sponsor of...
Race Report From The Field: Badger Mountain 50-Mile Challenge
A Race Report by HPRS Staff Columnist Christopher Mellott This report is a follow up to Chris’ last submission: Into The Unknown Badger Mountain 50 Mile Challenge March 30th 2018 Richland, Washington The Preparation: I had used the free ultramarathon...
Choosing Your First 100-Mile Ultra
By HPRS Race Director “Sherpa” John Lacroix Previously I wrote a post titled “Choosing Your First Ultra.” For those of you seriously considering bringing your ultra running to the next level, and into the world of 100 milers, I of...
Into The Unknown
By HPRS Staff Columnist Christopher Mellott I stand on the precipice of the unknown. I am stepping out of my known ability, out of my comfort zone and exploring the true ability of my mind and body. The unknown is...
On Gratitude
By HPRS Staff Columnist Holly Rapp Over the last year, I had the privilege of returning to running after a nearly two-year injury- and illness-induced hiatus. During that period, multiple stress fractures and serious health issues left me wondering if...
The Deep Down Reality Of Our NEED To Do Trail Work
[cherry_row] [cherry_col size_md=”12″] By HPRS Race Director “Sherpa” John Lacroix Those miles of trail that we train on, and ultimately race on, didn’t get there on their own. Sure, some of them appeared over time either by the persistent movement...
