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Coach Steve Epifano

@so_cal_runner

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'26 @bbrevenge100 Ambassador
UESCA Certified Coach
3 x @cocodona250 finisher 1 x @themammoth200
@deathmarchrunningco
@ramesfoundation
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Well here it is my movie is out. The marketing is extremely grass roots. Asking for your support. Give it a watch and if you like it share it with your friends and followers. Let me know what you think.

Huge shoutout to @sacflyproductions and @kyle_ziggs for putting together something that I couldn't even imagine. It's amazing what happens when you let talented people run with it.

#documentary #ultrarunnner #ultramarathoncoach #runningmovie #newmovie by @so_cal_runner

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Excited to be part of the @deathmarchrunningco Running Team for 2026. Will be repping them at the @bbrevenge100 and whatever other races I hop into this year. Maybe I can even get on one of their Cards 🤔.

#deathmarchrunningcompany
#DMRCRunTeam
#coach
#runningcoach
#coaching taken in San Clemente, California by @so_cal_runner

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It's rare to catch one of these in the wild, but when you do don't be frightened. Listen for the distinctive "on your left" or their feet flopping down the hills.

Have you ever seen one?

#trailrun #trailrunner #trailrunning #runner #run #running #coaching #runningcommunity #funnyreel #funny #nature #views #bearded #beard #keepgoing #dontstop #ultracoach #ultramarathon #ultrarunner #reels #reel #insta #instagood #instagramreels #instareel #runningreel taken in San Clemente, California by @so_cal_runner

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A lil run about town. Rest day yesterday so back at it today.

Also taking on a few new clients and Coaches @mrmribbit and @miltonhouy_wmw are as well, so shoot me a DM or schedule a consult.

#coaching #runninglifestyle #running #runcoach taken in San Clemente, California by @so_cal_runner

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When I toed the line at my first @cocodona250 I was 39. I had no idea that those 600k or so steps would be the first steps into a new life. You learn a lot about yourself, life, and what's important as you run 250 miles through deserts, water crossings, and pine trees. The journey showed me there are a lot more ways to be happy than behind a desk.

It eventually led me to leave corporate America at age 41 after climbing to a Chief Operating Officer position. It was a scary decision taking a chance on myself and start SoCal Runner Coaching. I didn't do it alone, @ktep07 was behind, beside, and in front of me every step of the way. She is the definition of a true Crew Chief. The long tough conversations of what we were gonna do and how we were gonna figure it all out was easy with her there.

I never thought that starting that one race would lead to an opportunity to become a Tactical Athlete Running Coach, prepping candidates for BUD/S Training. When an opportunity presents itself you have to just say "Yes" and take it. That's what I did, and it's time to start a new part of the journey. Don't worry I'm still able to keep SoCal Runner Coaching going and I can keep coaching for my friends over at @wahoorun and you'll still get the coaching that you've come to expect.

I'm so grateful to have been a part of the @fleetfeetln community working at the store and to @kerrimarchionni_ and @marchionnijr.vinny for allowing me to grow as a Running Coach with their programs. The people that I've met are amazing and inspiring.

It's never too late, and all it takes is that first step. You don't need to see the finish line, you just need to see the next step, and there is ALWAYS a next step.

#career #coaching #runningcoach #runner by @so_cal_runner

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We are SELLING THE CREW VEHICLE. The family is sad to see this go. But we've outgrown it and would love to see it go to a great home. It's been cozy for our camping trips to Sequoia National Park, Anza, Valley of fire, the Grand Canyon and plenty of beach trips. It's also been through 3 Jackpot Ultras, 1 Beyond Limits Ultra, and 3 @cocodona250 races.

Thing is a tank and drives great. Pop-up tent and bench seats that pull out into a bed. Hitch for a bikerack or luggage basket. DM me for details.

#vanlife #camping #forsale #van taken in San Clemente, California by @so_cal_runner

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A little picture dump and what a week of workouts look like for me:

Monday - Road Hill Repeats RPE 4 or 5 (I run some walk the steeper sections)
Tuesday - Trail Run RPE 4 or 5 see above for details 🤣
Wednesday - Shorter Trail Run RPE 4 or 5
Thursday - Morning Rest, Evening 5k with the @fleetfeetln team managed 2nd place overall
Friday - Flatish road miles RPE 4 or 5
Saturday - Easy Run with the @fleetfeetln Community Run
Sunday - Rest

Pretty close to how I handle weekly efforts. Some weeks have higher elevation, some have higher mileage. Most efforts are a 4 or 5 out of 10 and in the aerobic zone.

These are my workouts, I didn't start here and they won't always look like this. All depends on what I'm working towards and race goals. I always want to maintain a little speed and at 43 I'll take a sub 20 min 5k for an ultra-minded runner.

If you want workouts built around your goals, lifestyle, where you are and where you want to be shoot me a DM.

#youllgofurtherthanyouthink #keepgoing #ultrarunner #coach taken in San Clemente, California by @so_cal_runner

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Let's hear it for the @wahoorun athletes taking on the @cocodona250. We are starting up the training blocks for:

@janaclarke
@colo.runmum
@th3n0id

DM me or @wahoorun if you have Coco training questions or want to join an amazing community of like minded runners.

#cocodona250 #ultrarunnner #coaching #runninglifestyle taken in San Clemente, California by @so_cal_runner

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Started the day with a 7 mile warm up through the Laguna Niguel Regional Park then met up with the @fleetfeetln Team for a 5k worth of speed work. Loved running with the team and seeing them crush their 5ks.

Had enough in the legs to finish with a 20:23 and 1st in Men 40 to 44. I'll take it.

Hope you had a safe and happy 4th.

#5krace #keepgoing #raceday #runninglifestyle #coaching taken in Laguna Niguel, California by @so_cal_runner

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Oh hey I'm still here and still out running. Not as big of vert as usual but I'm getting it done where I can.

Did a few repeats on one of my favorite technical trails in OC. Car Wreck repeats are a good burn. 750ish feet in 3/4 of a mile and pretty technical.

I'll be out with the @fleetfeetln Training Group tonight walking them through some mobility, and hopefully running the @ymcalagunaniguel Run Through The Park 5k on the 4th.

#runningcoach #coach #runner #trails by @so_cal_runner

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Episode 45! We dig into PMA (positive mental attitude), how negativity spreads, and how to snap out of a downward spiral with @jamesb__runnin ! We get into some amazing races including Hellbender 100 and Rim to River. Follow or subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to never miss an episode! #ultra #running #runningcommunity by @so_cal_runner

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Man, I was fatigued to the point of being close to injury. Eyes couldn't stay open, couldn't focus... all I was looking at was numbers like miles and vert. I didn't look at the more important things like how I was feeling (or at least I wasn't honest about it).

Mistakes:
Improper fueling during the day
Poor sleep
Grinding it out

I was already admitting to myself that a rest day was probably the right thing to do, and it took a little convincing from @ktep07 the Crew Chief.

Rest day, getting the fueling right, and getting back to it. I pride myself on Durability and I was walking a line of collapse.

Listen to your body and don't be pushed by numbers. Rest days are important and being OK with rest days is even more important.

#rest #coaching #runningcoach #hills #coach taken in San Clemente, California by @so_cal_runner

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