Youngest Badwater 135 Finisher: Kaylee Frederick on Faith & 135 Miles in Death Valley | Just A Cup [LepxCR6ejxx]
Badwater 135 is called “the world’s toughest footrace” for a reason—135 miles across Death Valley in brutal heat. In this Just A Cup episode, ultrarunner Kaylee Frederick joins Bryan Fetzer after making history as the youngest person ever to finish Badwater 135. Kaylee shares what it’s like to juggle college life with training for 100+ mile races, how she prepared her mind and body for that kind of suffering, and where faith, family, and community fit into all of it. In this conversation, you’ll hear: • How an 18–19 year old ends up on the start line at Badwater 135 • The training blocks, long runs, and tune-up races that got her ready • Heat acclimation tricks—including sauna sessions—to survive Death Valley • How she works through anxiety, doubt, and low points mid-race • Her dreams for future ultras and how she hopes to inspire other young runners If you’ve ever wondered “why would anyone run 135 miles?”—this episode answers it with heart, honesty, and a little bit of crazy in the best way. 🎧 Listen to Just A Cup on Bleav: ▶️ Watch more episodes on YouTube: Follow Kaylee: • Instagram: ABOUT JUST A CUP Just A Cup with Bryan Fetzer is all about real conversations at the intersection of faith, sport, and high performance—from world champions to rising stars. Connect with Bryan: • Instagram: • LinkedIn: