The Cocodona 250 [2024]: Conquering My First 200+ Mile Ultramarathon Adventure

Embark on a journey with me as I tackle the ultimate test of endurance in the Cocodona 250-mile ultramarathon through the heart of Arizona. I push my limits, conquer obstacles, and experience the highs and lows of this epic adventure. From the breathtaking landscapes to the mental and physical challenges, this is my firsthand account of pushing beyond boundaries and achieving the extraordinary. I hope this can inspire and motivate as I share the triumphs and tribulations of my very first 200+ mile ultramarathon. Thank you for watching :)

[@ej_nogaski]

You may not remember me but we ran together over Hogback Mtn (from miles 31-37) in Marquette… Either way I wanted to say congratulations! Very inspiring. Keep it up! Hope to meet up again at another race in the future.

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks so much man! I think I do recall; appreciate you checking this out and hope to see you again too!

[@emmarunyeard6832]

As a Brit, we don't get to see the beautiful scenery in U. S. A.. so it's a real treat to see just HOW MUCH scenery there is, I love my cosy island but my heart is panging to experience some of that awesomeness (not 250 miles though) please know how appreciated this content is 🎉

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks so much! Arizona is breathtaking, I highly recommend visiting if you can.

[@notmyname-bx7bc]

youtube can always use more documentaries of 200 mile ultras. great job.

[@cameronmueller]

I agree. I looked for all the content before attempting Cocodona. Thanks so much for checking it out!

[@austinado16]

Fantastic job Cameron! Amazing videolog of the trail conditions. You're an absolute beast! Thank you for your service to our country, sir!

[@cameronmueller]

Thank you! and you're welcome, I would do it all again. Appreciate you!

[@emmarunyeard6832]

Beautiful footage and a lesson in how to tackle a task.. Thankyou 🎉

[@cameronmueller]

Thank you for tuning in :)

[@delsman14]

Great video man! Lots of lessons packed in there. Also I love Kaylee keeping expectations real, “no, not really, you still have a mountain to climb!”. Congrats on that finish brother, and great work Kaylee for getting your runner across the line.

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks Adam, I loved your support during the race. Kaylee is a true winner to put up with a race this long!! She is great!!

[@TRLDOGS]

Man, you did a great job. So impressed with the way you handled what came your way. I did the 125 and think I saw you at tuthill.

[@cameronmueller]

You probably did! I was a little delirious at tuthill, hallucinating a lot coming in. Thank you!! and congrats on the 125!

[@danieljohnsson1862]

Well done sir! You seemed to pace yourself really well, looked fresh as a daisy all through.

[@cameronmueller]

Thank you! The foot issues definitely caused some issues but hey its a huge learning experience.

[@runningwithsimon]

Congratulations!! And wow you posted this 12 days ago?!?! How is that even possible - i feel I need some tips for that...!

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks Simon! I wanted to get it done before returning to work :)

[@austincruz4198]

Let's fucking go! Really enjoyed this video, the course and how you were handling this distance. Rock on!!!!💪

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks so much Austin!!

[@threecallingcrows1371]

Cool vid cam. looks like it was a fun journey.

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks Jesse, appreciate you checking it out.

[@ansizfark]

Cograts, great race and video!

[@cameronmueller]

Thank you for watching!

[@matthewgordillo2084]

Awesome Run!!!

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks a lot Matthew!!

[@Mattbarentsen]

awesome video Cameron, thanks for documenting your journey! Congratulations!

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks man, hopefully this shows the variety of ups and downs in a 200!

[@kevinjoest2738]

Amazing video, Cameron! Congratulations on your great race. Thank you for taking the time out of it to share the beautiful views, and give us the firsthand account.

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks a lot Kevin. I learned so much for my first 200 and some hard lessons that slowed me down but what is life without growth?

[@dannydevito2587]

"all downhill from here!" "...not really you have to go up a mountain" HAHAHAHA that was so funny to me lol but great work man this video was suggested on my homepage and so glad it was! you did great!

[@cameronmueller]

I told her about how she is getting a lot of laughs with that comment! Thank you for checking it out! :)

[@frannietennant5501]

what a wonderful video, well done congratulations..fantastic race good on ya!

[@cameronmueller]

Thank you so much! It was a journey Ill never forget.

[@SeeChadRun]

Simon is a great guy! Amazing run my friend! New subscriber here too!

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks Chad! Also checked out your channel and subbed :)

[@SeeChadRun]

@@cameronmueller Ah thanks man!

[@thebirdbrainss]

Congrats on what looked like an epic run. I'm curious about your gear that you used and more specifically what shoes you chose. I know you mentioned your Hokas. What Saucony shoes did you go with?

[@cameronmueller]

Thank you! I wore the Saucony xodus ultras (the first iteration); this model of shoe just works perfect with my foot. Although I still believe I should of sized up late in the race given how my pinky toe was getting smashed in the toebox.

[@thebirdbrainss]

@@cameronmueller I'm a fan. Had the second version and plan on picking up a pair of the 3s here in a few weeks.

[@interested1801]

Congrats!! Great video

[@cameronmueller]

Thank you!

[@NeverRegretGoingOutside]

Congratulations 🎉on an incredible effort and achievement.

[@cameronmueller]

Thank you!!!!

[@solebrother9620]

Amazing achievement! And great job filming so much of the journey. I think the last thing I'd want to do in that situation is take my camera out amd record myself! Or did you find the camera a positive distraction? That walk into Deer Pass was hard to watch!

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks man, it prob slowed me down to film this but I wanted the memories to relive. Happy you enjoyed the video. My feet took a beating before Deer Pass and I really learned some great lessons about shoe choice for a 200 miler (i.e. sizing up!!)

[@emmarunyeard6832]

Sorry for ignorance but what is a prescribed burn?

[@cameronmueller]

Prescribed burn is a planned fire; it is also sometimes called a “controlled burn”. Usually done for forest management issues and I believe in Arizona its to prevent a larger spread of wildfires if they were to happen.

[@alex_prizzi]

Nice vid, Cam. I really enjoyed our time together on the course. Hit me up if you're ever looking for a partner on an absurdly difficult adventure. Lol

[@cameronmueller]

I enjoy our time together as well Alex, It was nice just naturally bumping into you again later in the race. I def will reach out if I brew up something crazy :) which I am already thinking of what's next! congrats on your finish too!