E103 - Endurance and Faith: Sarah Baker's Appalachian Tale

This week on the Dirt and Vert Podcast, we're lacing up with the remarkable Sarah Baker, an ultra runner whose journey on the Appalachian Trail is a powerful testament to resilience, self-discovery, and the unwavering belief in oneself.

Sarah shares her raw and honest story, revealing the physical and emotional challenges she faced during her attempts to set a Fastest Known Time (FKT). We talk about the brutal realities of the trail—from battling norovirus and trench foot to the mental barriers that can feel heavier than any pack.

But this isn't a story of de...