I'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein Podcast

I’m so excited to share this conversation with Ryan Montgomery, who placed third at Western States this year in a huge breakthrough race. The top three men all broke Jim Walmsley’s previous course record, with Ryan running 13:53. This was his fourth consecutive year running Western States after placing seventh twice, and to say this was a breakthrough is a bit of an understatement. Being in the top 10 at Western States is a huge deal, but being on the podium is an even bigger deal.

We talk about Ryan’s history with running, how he fell in love with long distances, and the journey it took to get to this level. A lot of people might not know that his first 100-mile race took him 28 hours. The process he’s walked through to achieve these really high-level goals is fascinating. He is truly dedicated to the craft.

We also get into the backstory of Ryan’s life and so much more. He set the FKT on the Wonderland Trail in 2020, placed second at the Javelina 100 in 2021, and recently earned his MBA from Dartmouth.

I don’t always get off an interview feeling like I really know a person, and I really felt like I knew Ryan at the end of this conversation. I loved this one so much.

Ryan is also the founder of Out Trails and shares more about that in this conversation. We’ll link all of the resources we talk about in the show notes.

Stay connected:

Ryan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultra.ryan/

OutTrails on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/out_trails/

Tailwind Nutrition

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Cailie Hughes joins the podcast to share her journey from one of the most decorated high school runners in Kansas history to becoming a professional runner with Puma and Minnesota Distance Elite. Cailie opens up about why she’s embraced being an under-the-radar athlete and how patience has shaped every stage of her career.

We talk about growing up on a hobby farm, being coached by her dad, winning 13 Kansas state titles, competing for Iowa State, making Team USA for the World Cross Country Championships, and working back from injury. Cailie also shares how she’s approaching the U.S. Outdoor Championships, why she’s taking fueling more seriously than ever, and announces that she’ll be making her marathon debut this fall.

Books Mentioned

The Boys in the Boat

Educated

Through Gates of Splendor

The Nightingale

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Getting good sleep is one of the best things I can do for my recovery, and I truly love my Lagoon pillow. I sleep hot, so the Cooling Otter Pillow has been a game changer, and I love that I can customize the fill to get just the right amount of support. Take their quick sleep quiz and use code LINDSEY for 15% off your order.

Tailwind Nutrition

I trust Tailwind to keep my fueling simple before, during, and after long runs. Their products are easy to mix, easy to digest, and help me stay on top of my hydration and nutrition so I can perform my best. My favorite flavor is Dauwaltermelon! Use code ANOTHER20 for 20% off your first order.

Goodr

Goodr sunglasses are no-slip, no-bounce, all polarized, and actually affordable, with tons of fun styles and colors for summer. Go to goodr.com/another for $10 off your first order.

Be the first to know about my Indianapolis Monumental Marathon & Half Marathon group training!

Previnex – I start my day with Previnex Gut & Green Superfoods and end it with their Sleep Health Plus. I trust Previnex because their products are third-party tested, backed by science, and designed to help support energy, recovery, sleep, immunity, and healthy aging. Use code ANOTHER for 15% off your first order at Previnex.com. If you’ve already used that code, you can also use LindseySuperfoods, LindseySleep, or LindseyStrength depending on the product you’re trying.

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Riley Brady joins me on the podcast after an incredible performance at the 2026 Western States 100, where they finished second in 15:42:14, the third-fastest time ever run on the course.

We talk all about Riley’s race, what changed since their previous Western States appearances, and how solving nutrition challenges transformed their racing. Riley shares why they felt like a true contender heading into race day after winning Black Canyon 100K and earning another Golden Ticket, as well as what it was like to race alongside Jen Lichter during one of the fastest Western States races in history.

Riley also talks about joining Nike ACG, working with coach Adam Ferdinandsen, the support of their team, and what’s next as they prepare to take on the 100-mile race at UTMB.

If you’re a trail running fan, you’re going to love getting to know Riley.

Tailwind Nutrition

I trust Tailwind to keep my fueling simple before, during, and after long runs. Their products are easy to mix, easy to digest, and help me stay on top of my hydration and nutrition so I can perform my best. My favorite flavor is Dauwaltermelon! Use code ANOTHER20 for 20% off your first order.

HUUG

If you’ve listened to this podcast for a while, you know I’m obsessed with HUUG bras. They’re the only bras I wear because they’re incredibly comfortable, wire-free, and actually hold up through everyday life and running. I especially love the Daily Racerback and the Bra Tank. Use code LINDSEY for 15% off your first order.

Lagoon

Getting good sleep is one of the best things I can do for my recovery, and I truly love my Lagoon pillow. I sleep hot, so the Cooling Otter Pillow has been a game changer, and I love that I can customize the fill to get just the right amount of support. Take their quick sleep quiz and use code LINDSEY for 15% off your order.

Monumental Marathon Training Group

I’m coaching a virtual training group for the Monumental Half Marathon and Marathon beginning July 20! Whether you’re training for your first race or chasing a PR, you’ll receive a VDOT training plan, monthly coaching calls, and guidance from me every step of the way. My biggest goal is to help you keep the joy in running while reaching your goals, and I’d love to have you join us in Indianapolis this fall.

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Fresh off a record-breaking performance at the 2026 Western States 100, Jennifer Lichter joins the podcast to share the story behind one of the most impressive breakthroughs in ultrarunning.

Jenn won Western States in 15:28:05, breaking Courtney Dauwalter’s course record in her very first 100-mile race. Just a few months earlier, she won Black Canyon 100K and set another course record in her debut at that distance.

In this conversation, Jenn reflects on the race itself, the mindset it took to stay present over 100 miles, and how she handled the pressure of chasing history. She also opens up about her childhood in Colombia, being adopted and moving to the United States, and how those experiences shaped the resilience and gratitude that define both her life and her running.

We also talk about training with coach John Fitzgerald, her nutrition strategy, racing after battling a stomach bug just days before Western States, and what comes next as she looks toward the future.

Topics covered: 

Winning the 2026 Western States 100

Breaking Courtney Dauwalter’s course record

Running a course record in her 100-mile debut

Winning Black Canyon 100K in her first 100K

Growing up in Colombia and being adopted

Gratitude, resilience, and how hardship shaped her

Training with coach John Fitzgerald

Racing while recovering from a stomach bug

Nutrition strategy at Western States

Managing pressure and expectations during a 100-mile race

Life in Missoula and training with Nike ACG

Looking ahead to CCC at UTMB

Sponsors:

Goodr

Goodr sunglasses are no-slip, no-bounce, all polarized, and actually affordable, with tons of fun styles and colors for summer. Go to goodr.com/another for $10 off your first order.

Be the first to know about my Indianapolis Monumental Marathon & Half Marathon group training!

Previnex – I start my day with Previnex Gut & Green Superfoods and end it with their Sleep Health Plus. I trust Previnex because their products are third-party tested, backed by science, and designed to help support energy, recovery, sleep, immunity, and healthy aging. Use code ANOTHER for 15% off your first order at Previnex.com. If you’ve already used that code, you can also use LindseySuperfoods, LindseySleep, or LindseyStrength depending on the product you’re trying.

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Today we’re continuing the Female Founder Series, and it wouldn’t be a series about women entrepreneurs in the running space without welcoming Erica Sara from Erica Sara Designs.

Erica has been part of this running community for a long time. She’s been creating jewelry for runners since before I even started this podcast. She’s the official jeweler for the New York City Marathon and the Every Woman’s Marathon, and she designs every piece from her home studio while also raising two kids and continuing to run marathons herself.

In this conversation, we talk about entrepreneurship, motherhood, running, creativity, and what it’s been like to build Erica Sara Designs into such a beloved brand within the running community. This is actually Erica’s fourth time on the podcast, and I know you’re going to enjoy catching up with her.

Be sure to check out Erica’s beautiful work at EricaSara.com, and thanks so much for being here. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Erica Sara.

Books Mentioned

On Being Jewish Now

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