<p>The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://troymeadows.substack.com/?r=2gjcgs&utm_campaign=pub-share-checklist" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">MidPack Musings SubStack</a></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/TheMidPackerPod" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">You can now support the MidPacker Pod on Patreon.</a></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://runtraillife.com/collections/midpacker-pod-merch" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Check Out MPP Merch </a></p><p><br /></p><p>Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.</p><p><br /></p><p>Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out <a href="https://runtraillife.com/pages/rtl-coaching-services" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Troy’s Coaching Page</a></p><p><br /></p><p>STOKED TO PARTNER WITH <a href="https://janji.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>JANJI</strong></a>, <a href="https://cooperativecoffeeroasters.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>COOPERATIVE COFFEE ROASTERS</strong></a>, & <a href="https://bearbuttwipes.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>BEAR BUTT WIPES</strong></a> IN 2025</p><p><br /></p><p>"Women over 40 need to train smarter, not harder. It’s about understanding our bodies and adapting, not just grinding through the same training we did in our 20s."</p><p><br /></p><p>Lauren Beihoffer’s journey is all about reinvention, adventure, and pushing limits. A former scientist turned ultra-runner and coach, Lauren found trail running after a major life shift—one that took her from the world of academia to endurance sports. She’s since built a life centered around movement, resilience, and exploration.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>In This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>From Science to Trails</strong> – Lauren shares how she left behind a career in research and academia, found running, and ultimately fell in love with the ultra-distance.</p></li><li><p><strong>Postpartum Running & Recovery</strong> – A deep dive into Lauren’s personal experience navigating postpartum depression, rebuilding strength, and finding empowerment through trail running.</p></li><li><p><strong>Ultra-Endurance & Adventure Racing</strong> – Beyond traditional trail running, Lauren has taken on adventure races, mountaineering, and FKTs (Fastest Known Times). She shares what drives her to explore different endurance challenges.</p></li><li><p><strong>Training & Coaching for Women Over 40</strong> – Lauren specializes in working with female athletes navigating the unique challenges of aging, hormonal shifts, and maintaining peak performance.</p></li><li><p><strong>East Coast Running Tours</strong> – Lauren is the mastermind behind incredible running retreats, blending community, skill-building, and outdoor adventure.</p><p><br /></p></li></ul><p><strong>Lauren’s Links:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>IG - </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lauren_runswild/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@lauren_runswild</a></p></li><li><p><strong>Lauren Beihoffer’s Coaching & Retreats:</strong> <a href="http://misfitmountainathletics.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">misfitmountainathletics.com</a></p></li><li><p><strong>Adventure Racing Info:</strong><a href="https://www.usara.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> US Adventure Racing Association</a></p></li><li><p><strong>Frozen Head State Park (Home of the Barkley Marathons):</strong> <a href="https://tnstateparks.com/parks/frozen-head" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Frozen Head State Park</a></p></li><li><p><strong>Scar Challenge Run (Smoky Mountain AT Route):</strong> <a href="https://fastestknowntime.com/route/scar-tn-nc" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Fastest Known Time - SCAR</a></p></li><li><p><strong>Lauren on Naked and Afraid :</strong> <a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt30018554/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Discovery Channel - Naked and Afraid</a></p></li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Partner Links: </strong></p><p><br /></p><p><strong></strong><a href="https://janji.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Janji</strong></a><strong> - </strong><a href="http://janji.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Janji.com</a>A big shoutout to our sponsor, Janji! Their running apparel is designed for everyday exploration, and 2% of sales support clean water initiatives worldwide. Plus, with a five-year guarantee, you know it's gear you can trust. </p><p>Check them out at <a href="http://janji.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">janji.com</a>,</p><p>Use the code <em>MIDPACKER</em> for 10% off your order.</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://cooperativecoffeeroasters.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Cooperative Coffee Roasters</strong></a> <strong>- </strong><a href="http://cooperativecoffeeroasters.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Cooperativecoffeeroasters.com</a></p><p>Get the best coffee in Asheville delivered right to your door! Each bag of Cooperative Coffee is responsibly sourced and intentionally crafted, from seed to cup. 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Stay clean.</p><p>Check them out at <a href="http://bearbuttwipes.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Bearbuttwipes.com</a></p><p>Use the code <em>MIDPACKER</em> for 10% off your order.</p><p><a href="https://runtraillife.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"></a></p><p><a href="https://runtraillife.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Run Trail Life</strong></a> - <a href="https://runtraillife.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://runtraillife.com/</a></p><p>Find Official <strong>MPP Merch</strong> on RTL!!</p><p>Use code: midpackerpod to double the donation from your purchase. </p><p>Visit RunTrailLife.com to check out our line of Hats and Organic cotton T's.</p><p><a href="https://freetrail.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"></a></p><p><a href="https://freetrail.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Freetrail</strong></a> - <a href="https://freetrail.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://freetrail.com/</a></p><p>Visit Freetrail.com to sign up today.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>MidPacker Pod Links:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/midpackerpod/?hl=sr" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TheMidPackerPod" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Patreon</a> | <a href="https://troymeadows.substack.com/?r=2gjcgs&utm_campaign=pub-share-checklist" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">SubStack</a></p><p><strong>Troy Meadows Links:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/troyontherun/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/TroyontheRun" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://troyontherun.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.strava.com/athletes/1649667" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Strava</a> </p><p><strong>Freetrail Links:</strong><a href="https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> Freetrail Pro</a> |<a href="https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> Patreon</a> |<a href="https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> Instagram</a> |<a href="https://freetrail.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> Website</a> |<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> YouTube</a></p><p><br /></p><p><br />Lauren Beihoffer, ultrarunning, trail running, adventure racing, postpartum running, women over 40, ultra endurance, coaching, training, Barkley Marathons, Frozen Head, running retreats, mountaineering, FKTs, adventure athlete, perimenopause, nutrition, ultra training, strength training, endurance sports<br /></p>
