ZACH MILLER: Living In A Bus, Returning From Injury, Running All Out | BYP 069

In this episode of the Billy Yang Podcast, I sat down with ultra athlete Zach Miller for a podcast talking running and racing, coming back from injury and some of his overall life philosophy. The conversation picks up where we last saw Zach in his film as a caretaker at Barr Camp to a now, a life on the road in his converted bus traveling through North America. We cover our summer at Hardrock, uncertainty around coming back from his injury, the pros and cons of social media, the recent passing of his grandmother and her legacy and much more.
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[@RochelleBaines]

Watched this after UTMB 2023. What a great storyteller! Loved learning more about him and his life as well as his phenomenal running journey.

[@watchesinthewild6264]

I think Zach would make a great coach

[@kevinchurch4627]

I’m really rooting for Zach to complete this comeback. His selfless attitude is such a positive force in competitive trail racing.

[@jampuppy]

And here we are a year later! He’s definitely back!!! 🎉 #utmb

[@beastcoasttrail]

So happy to see Zach in the process of recovery. I met him at hyner in PA when he set the 25k course record; super friendly and even laughed at my stupid joke about using his trophy axe to split wood at Barr Camp 😂 I saw him there again the following year, but not at the finish. He was at the top of the first big climb of the course where a crowd gathers to cheer the runners on. There he was, on crutches and with his foot in a boot, cheering us all on. I felt so much respect for him in that moment. Seems like he's been plagued with injuries ever since then. So glad to watch this and hear that it sounds like he's turned a corner. Also one last comment, early on he talks about not being fast anymore or his best years being behind him? No worries Zach, look at Jeff Browning and Karl Meltzer. Plenty of time for recovery and plenty of 💯 millers out there.

[@ScottSowle]

Thanks for this Billy! Having an opportunity to confirm that Zach is the unselfish person he is and wanting to make that impact with others. That is a true servant leader.

[@jackwardrop4994]

Whew…was wondering where Billy was.

[@trailrunningphil]

I subscribe to about 6 podcasts, and once in a while lately, I click on the billy yang podcast and then go :-( So, its so lovely, to see this new podcast/video Billy. Its great to have you back. Your insight, your knowledge and your passion is one of the main reasons that got me into trail running a few years back.

[@erikthiel279]

"Socially capable introvert" I like that. I get most my energy being introverted and when im having fun in social activities my battery drains. Then its time to recharge.

[@billmccaffrey1977]

Thanks for the update Billy and Zach! I'm a big fan and would love to see Zach back in the ultra circuit. Good luck to both of you. About mentally and physically recovering from a serious injury: 5 years ago I injured my left ankle while running local MB trails, went to the wrong doctor who screwed up big time killing the nerve and the bones in my ankle. A year later they had to amputate my left foot so that I had a chance to walk again. Three weeks ago I bought a recumbent bike and the absolute thrill of being able to move under my own power gave me hope. I may never be able to run much anymore because prosthesis aren't good enough, but now that I'm on a bike again I feel free. I hope that you recover and find happiness in that recovery even if you can't get back to your previous form. Good luck to both of you and safe running.

[@susanwiggins6309]

Loved the talk with Zach! Thanks for sharing what you've been going through Billy. That in itself will help so many people realize they are not alone dealing with their struggles.

[@DanRuns]

Really insightful. Thanks for sharing!

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Nice interview, thanks for making this Billy & letting us all hear about Zach's story, it was great to watch 👍🏃

[@Djanthonybailie01]

Awesome Billy love to see the new shows out ..legendary!

[@indyrunnerii]

Zach comes across as a simple person/runner.. but he is obviously very bright/intelligent and loving person Thanks for the video!

[@Steve-vr6mq]

Great to hear a Billy Yang podcast. Listening in the UK.

[@Regimeshifts]

Listening inn South Africa. Love Billy Yang videos, and love Zach's stories.

[@niin9401]

Billy and Zach - Humble Giants and don't forget Laney!!!

[@jerryegan1611]

Many times, I've ran the stretch of the Conestoga Zach described. Running it in 1:22 is beyond comprehension. He isn't human.

[@hardcoremountainhat980]

Jerry you are absolutely right. The Pequea to Holtwood section is no joke and Zach must be part deer to go that fast on those river hills

[@jeffd8220]

Love it, thanks Billy & Zach for this! Zach, not sure if you or your parents ever saw the film "Animals Are Beautiful People" (produced by the same South African company that did The gods Must Be Crazy), but in there a Bushman is in the Kalahari and needs to find water, so he makes sure the baboons are watching him, then he puts something in a hole in the side of a termite hill. The hole is big enough to fit the opened hand, but when the baboon closes his hand around the object (food item, salt?), he can't get his fist out of the hole...and even when the man comes to grab the baboon, he refuses to let go of the object (and open his fist), so the man captures him. He then keeps him tied up for a few days until the baboon is super thirsty, then lets him go and runs after him - sure enough, the baboon leads him to an underground spring & precious water!

[@barborahalova3514]

Thank you

[@cubansquare251]

He’s back baby!

[@ildikopeter7850]

Zach's back baby, Zach's back ☺️

[@VrtcFrost]

Billy is back!

[@geromemanicia3809]

2nd Place UTMB 2023 Sub 20 Zach Miller

[@Paisavision]

Great video!

[@expatadventureturkey9324]

Pathprojects, bring back the Billy Yang limited edition Tee 🤙🏽, great episode as always great to see how Zach Miller love his style of running and overall personality on life. Wish you the best on your come back, the sport is better with you in the line up.

[@guzgrant]

What lovely bloke.

[@jSirBrickzAlot]

Great video, I had surgery for PF, best thing I ever did.

[@katis999]

Very nice interview, Billy :)

[@engrniel]

Back! 🏃🏽‍♂️

[@marlinweekley51]

Love the raccoon explanation. It could apply to a lot of human action. I have many friends that literally worked themselves to death by chasing “shiny objects” - wealth over living. Great interview. Go Zach! 😀🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️

[@outerlimit1999]

That raccoon story is like the Simpsons episode where Homer gets his hand stuck in the vending machine and they are about to cut off his arm until they realize he's just holding on to the can. Classic.

[@oldskool70iverson89]

Go banana boy. We miss you at BC!

[@bazzacollins7031]

Hey Billy, another amazing Podcast, but dude what is the music at the beginning, I need it on my running playlist, I remember the North Face 50 video you did had it way back when!

[@niamhdrea6567]

Now I'm going to have to go for a 1hour 41minute run 😁🎃🎑

[@algorerhyth]

His hat is very on trend in 2022

[@kevnng1950]

Would love to see Zach at Big's Backyard. Plenty of suffering there.

[@TexasCountryLiving]

Not sure All Gas, No Brakes, would work at Big’s.

[@clerjak4975]

Nice👌

[@ildikopeter7850]

❤️

[@airforceones25]

WOOSAH! 😌😌

[@Peashooter239]

💪💪💪

[@kozepz]

1:16:00 Yeah we need to go to the moon because of ...wireless headsets 😀, water filtration, workout machines, shock-absorbent rubber 🤘

[@thepatternforms859]

medial knee pain...why is my knee hurting on the medial inside when i take a step while running?.....it takes it 2-3 days to settle down but thenn keeps coming back HALP!

[@kurtklimbs]

Speaking of Strava I cannot find Zach on there…anyone know what his handle is?

[@Harry-uq9qd]

Annotations please! 😁

[@ambrusdemeter5770]

Orienteers (orienteering runners) use the 'full speed, no mistake' phrase

[@majortakleef8445]

Billy - how could you not ask Zach about his garlic bread recipe?!

[@thomasboatman5718]

Like 😄

[@majortakleef8445]

Zach is no longer the Barr camp caretaker then?

[@jeffd8220]

correct

[@billmccaffrey1977]

BTW: Billy why did you only dust the left side of your desk?

[@p8ntpunk]

…….and we learn about raccoon hunting!

[@mattswisher6678]

Age matters

[@youpigirl5731]

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