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Ultramarathoners: Beating the Odds
We’re all constantly searching for the courage to chase our dreams and overcome the challenges that crop up along the way. Few understand this quite as well as Chico State alumni Tim Tollefson, Jimmy Elam, and Anthony Costales, who rank among the fastest ultramarathoners in the world.
We asked them how they avoid getting tripped up by life’s hurdles, stay disciplined and dedicated to their craft, and what they’ve learned by pushing themselves to the limit both mentally and physically during their races that cover distances of 30, 50, and even 100 miles.
Release date: May 14, 2024Participants
Anthony Costales
Professional Runner, Nike Trail
Junior High Physical Education Teacher
(Kinesiology, ’13)
Professional Runner, Nike Trail
Junior High Physical Education Teacher
(Kinesiology, ’13)
Jimmy Elam
Professional Runner
Sales Representative, Altra Running
(Psychology, ’10)
Professional Runner
Sales Representative, Altra Running
(Psychology, ’10)
Tim Tollefson
Professional Runner, Craft Elite Run Team
Founder and Head Crafter, Mammoth Trail Fest
(Exercise Physiology, ’08)
Professional Runner, Craft Elite Run Team
Founder and Head Crafter, Mammoth Trail Fest
(Exercise Physiology, ’08)
Luke Reid (host)
Content Producer, Chico State
(History, '04; MA, Kinesiology, '09)
Content Producer, Chico State
(History, '04; MA, Kinesiology, '09)