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Bois in Motion
Endurance sports tips, stories, and laughs. Start your journey today! 🏃♂️🚴♂️
- Episodes
- 119
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 52 min
- On air since
- 2024
- Latest episode
- 1 week ago
Episodes
119 episodes, newest first
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43 min
Big’s Backyard Ultra Explained: The Race Where Almost Everyone DNFs
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How far can you run when the clock resets every hour? We break down Big’s Backyard Ultra and the Backyard World Championship, explaining the last-person-standing format, brutal timing rules, and why Belgium’s incredible 124-lap dual world record ended with no winner. From the USA’s victory in the 67-nation showdown to standout performances, race strategy, and lessons from the Manotick Backyard Ultra, we explore what it really takes to survive a backyard ultra. Plus, the surprising crossover with Burrito League strategy and a chaotic backyard ultra fantasy draft!
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55 min
Chicago Marathon PR + Toronto Waterfront Marathon's Sub-3 Pacing Challenge
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Chicago Marathon PRs, Toronto Waterfront Marathon sub-3 pacing, and HYROX racing! Tyler recaps his 3:24 Chicago Marathon PR, sharing how he managed the heat, avoided a late-race blowup, and fueled with 100–120g of carbs per hour. Andrew takes us behind the scenes of pacing the sub-3-hour group at the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, covering GPS struggles, race strategy, headwinds, and the pressure of helping runners chase a massive milestone. Bryan also breaks down his 1:03:41 HYROX doubles finish and explains why HYROX might be more of a running race than you think. Plus, Chicago food rankings, race weekend chaos, and a six-beer finish-line celebration.
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48 min
2026 Chicago Marathon Race Preview
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Get ready for the Chicago Marathon with practical race-day strategy covering pacing, fueling, hydration, course breakdown, GPS accuracy, crowd energy, and the biggest mistakes to avoid on race day. Bryan, Andrew, and Tyler break down Chicago’s flat and fast course, from the opening 5K and Chinatown to the Michigan Avenue stretch and infamous “Mount Roosevelt,” while Tyler lays out his 100g-per-hour fueling strategy and A/B/C goals for the race. If you’re chasing a PR, running Chicago for the first time, or aiming for sub-3:20, this is the race-day game plan you’ll want before hitting the start line.
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59 min
Montreal Worlds Were INSANE: Vollering Wins, McNulty Goes Solo
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The UCI World Championships in Montreal delivered two unforgettable road races as Demi Vollering claimed the women’s rainbow jersey and Brandon McNulty launched a massive 33 km solo move to win the men’s title. We break down the biggest attacks, crashes, tactics, brutal Montreal climbs, USA teamwork and the impact of racing without radios before shifting to fall race prep: Tyler enters his Chicago Marathon taper with a 3:20–3:25 goal, while Bryan prepares for his first HYROX doubles race with Jansen, covering pacing, stations, gear and race-day expectations. Plus, a teaser for a future AI and endurance sports deep dive.
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1 hr 2 min
Chicago Marathon Peak Week, HYROX Prep & Del Toro’s Montréal Win
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Tyler and Bryan catch up on training, racing, and the road to a busy fall of endurance sports. Tyler recaps his 29K birthday long run and Chicago Marathon peak week, including his biggest-ever mileage block, Ottawa Army Run tune-up, and a goal around 3:20. Greg breaks down his HYROX preparation, race simulations, doubles strategy, and October 1 race-day target. The conversation then shifts to Canada's biggest cycling races, with the Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec and Montréal recaps, World Championships predictions, and a look at Hayden Wilde's 70.3 World Championship victory and Kristian Blummenfelt's incredible 1:05 half marathon.
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55 min
Restarting Running (The Smart Way)
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Restarting your running journey after an injury, burnout, or a major life disruption can feel like starting from square one, but your comeback doesn't have to end in injury. Discover the essential blueprint for rebuilding your running habit safely, managing your fitness loss reality, and adjusting your pace expectations using Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE). From high-yield cross-training alternatives to battle-tested motivational tools and an inside look at upcoming fall racing strategies, learn exactly how to balance volume versus quality so you can return to the pavement stronger, smarter, and humbler than before.
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1 hr 8 min
Boréalys Mont-Tremblant Ultra Debrief + Toronto Island Sprint Tri Chaos
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Tyler takes on his first 50K ultra at Boréalys Mont-Tremblant by UTMB while Andrew survives his first sprint triathlon at Toronto Island—and neither race goes exactly to plan. From a wrong-turn DNF while leading an 80K relay and a brutal 50K with 2,600m of elevation, to ferry chaos, massive waves, a wetsuit swim, a bike crash, and a surprisingly fast 1:16:26 triathlon finish, this is a full debrief of two wildly different endurance racing experiences. Plus: the Hot Dog Mile gets appropriately unhinged, Ian joins the race recap, and Bryan reveals his next challenge.
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49 min
50K Ultra With Almost No Training… What Could Go Wrong?
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Tyler is taking on a brutal Ultra Borealis weekend with an 18.4K relay leg and a 50K ultra, Andrew is gearing up for his first-ever sprint triathlon, and Bryan is navigating an unexpected appendectomy recovery. From 600m relay climbs and a 2,600m-elevation 50K to swim anxiety, bike flats, chaotic transitions, and the realities of getting back to training after surgery, this is a full endurance-sports catch-up packed with race goals, questionable preparation, and plenty of banter.
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1 hr 26 min
9:22 at Ironman Ottawa: Will Horkoff Race Recap & Road to Kona
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Will Horkoff found out the swim was non-wetsuit an hour before the gun, lost two bottles off the back of his bike early on, and ran the marathon in a downpour.9:22:57. No walking.The 24-year-old Calgary coach behind Inner Athlete Coaching takes us through Ironman Ottawa start to finish, hockey kid to Ironman, the one thing he'd fix, and what's going on in his head with Kona on October 10.
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52 min
2026 IRONMAN Canada-Ottawa Race Preview
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Racing Ironman Canada Ottawa or supporting someone who is? This complete race preview covers everything you need to know before race day, from athlete check-in, transition logistics, and road closures to a full breakdown of the swim, bike, and run courses. Learn where the toughest climbs are, what hazards to watch for, how to navigate the two-transition setup, and the best spectator spots around Ottawa so you can arrive confident and ready for race weekend.
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58 min
105 | Dylan Pearce | Breaking Records to Break the Stigma
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Ultracyclist Dylan Pearce joins us to break down the mindset, training, and logistics behind setting ultracycling records, including Race Across Quebec, record-breaking rides across Ontario and around Lake Ontario, and his 1,800 km course-record ride around Lake Michigan. Beyond the bike, Dylan shares how his Ride Beyond Limits campaign is raising awareness and funds for mental health through the Canadian Mental Health Association, along with lessons on fueling, sleep deprivation, hallucinations, recovery, crew support, and what it takes to push far beyond your limits.
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52 min
104 | One Guy Raced. One Guy Ate in Europe. One Guy Rode Bikes.
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A summer catch-up covering everything from underground gravel racing and European carb loading to Tour de France storylines and Ironman Ottawa hype. Andrew breaks down his experience at the Net Negative 5K, a unique grassroots race at Toronto’s Brickworks where he ran 17:27, while Tyler shares stories from his first trip to Europe, including Paris running culture, Dutch cycling culture, and the ultimate vacation fueling strategy. The crew also dives into Tour de France week one, GC battles, green jersey drama, recent training updates, and practical summer heat survival tips for runners and cyclists.
Timeline:01:27 – Andrew’s Underground Gravel 5K Challenge03:08 – The Race That Climbs Then Drops06:40 – Why Grassroots Races Hit Different11:16 – Tyler’s European Adventure Recap13:02 – The Ultimate Carb Loading Strategy16:09 – Paris Runners vs Dutch Cyclists21:44 – Cottage Runs, Swims & Recovery24:51 – Tour de France Week One Breakdown28:28 – Pogačar, GC Battles & Jersey Drama38:31 – Ironman Ottawa Hype Builds47:26 – Surviving Summer Heat Training
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49 min
103 | Everything Wrong with Triathletes
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Triathletes, this one's for you... or against you. Andrew and Bryan spend the episode playfully roasting everything from Ironman obsession and expensive gear to aero helmets, transition chaos, nutrition strategies, and the endless pursuit of marginal gains. Along the way, they dive into the stereotypes that make triathletes easy targets while also explaining why they have so much respect for the dedication the sport demands. Plus, Andrew reveals he's signed up for his first triathlon and asks experienced triathletes for advice ahead of race day.
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48 min
102 | We Volunteered at One of Quebec's Toughest Ultra Marathons
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What does it take to put on a trail ultra? Bryan sits down with Andrew and Tyler to recap volunteering at Ultra Obscura, a new trail race in Sutton, Quebec. From aid station chaos and emergency carb runs to race strategy, fueling habits, trail running culture, and lessons for first-time ultra racers, they share a behind-the-scenes look at what athletes, volunteers, and race organizers experience during a challenging day in the mountains. Plus, training updates, an unexpected bike crash, and what's next for the summer racing season.
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49 min
101 | The Riot Relay Experience & Ultra Obscura Primer
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What’s it like to run 140 km overnight with four teammates, survive on gas station snacks, and try not to fall asleep in a van? Bryan recaps his first Riot Relay experience, including pacing mistakes, fueling lessons, and the chaos of racing through the night. The crew also previews Ultra Obscura’s unique multi-loop format, breaks down race-day strategy for wet and technical trails, and discusses the growing fight over public access to one of Toronto’s most popular running tracks.
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52 min
100 | BIM Ride 2026: The Ultimate Cycling Weekend
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What happens when you ride 330 km across Prince Edward County in two days? Headwinds, KOM battles, bonks, gravel chaos, and plenty of lessons learned. Andrew, Bryan, and Tyler break down the 2026 BIM Ride, covering brutal winds, pace-line tactics, fueling mistakes, unexpected gravel sections, over 1,000 m of climbing, and the highs and lows of a memorable cycling weekend. Whether you're planning a cycling trip, chasing KOMs, or looking for endurance riding tips, this recap is packed with stories, strategy, and hard-earned advice.
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1 hr 4 min
099 | From 300 lbs to Ultras: How Josh Ruff Rebuilt Himself
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Josh shares his journey from weighing nearly 300 pounds, smoking, and losing his competitive edge after football to becoming a marathoner and ultra runner chasing big goals like Western States and UTMB. He breaks down how CrossFit reignited his drive, why he jumped into a 3:29 marathon off minimal training, and what really happened during the brutal Sulphur Springs ultra where rain, deep mud, and nonstop falls caused chaos and DNFs everywhere. The conversation dives into strength training for runners, fueling, recovery, coaching, balancing family life with huge training volume, the legendary Burrito League mileage battle, and the mindset shift that finally made him call himself a runner.
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55 min
098 | From 3:55 to Sub-3:20 in Six Months: Simple Training, Big Marathon Gains
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Toronto runner Janson Bautista breaks down how he went from a 3:55 marathon debut to sub-3:20 in under a year while keeping training simple, relaxed, and consistent. From AI-generated training structure and skipped long runs to smarter fueling, negative splits, and a sub-40 10K just one week after his marathon, this conversation dives into what actually moved the needle. The crew also talks race-day mistakes, winter training, Toronto running culture, the Riot Relay, and why “don't fall off” matters more than perfection for long-term progress.
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48 min
097 | 2026 Ottawa Race Weekend Course Breakdown + Race Tips
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Planning to race the 2026 Ottawa Race Weekend? This full preview and survival guide breaks down everything you need to know—from bib pickup, transit, weather prep, and carb loading to a complete course walkthrough for the marathon and half marathon. Get key pacing advice, heat-management tips, nutrition station breakdowns, spectator recommendations, and strategy for surviving the long canal sections, Gatineau rollers, Rockcliffe hills, and Dow’s Lake wind. Plus: best post-race spots, elite race storylines, and the biggest mistakes runners make on this course.
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1 hr 1 min
096 | 2026 Toronto Marathon: The Race That Delivered
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Near-perfect conditions set the stage for a wild Toronto Marathon weekend—featuring PRs, chaotic race logistics, and some serious solo suffering. From crowded corrals and transit headaches to electric crowd energy and late-race grit, this breakdown covers what actually went down on course. A full marathon deep dive highlights disciplined pacing, running solo for most of the race, and aggressive fueling that nearly backfired, while the half marathon stories bring smart racing, negative splits, and clutch finishes into the mix. If you're racing soon, this is packed with real lessons on execution, fueling, and handling the unexpected on race day.
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