Today's guest embodies endurance, dedication, and heart. Meet Erin Montgomery, a force of nature from Clinton, Iowa, where she lives with her partner Todd and their four loyal labs. By day, she’s shaping young minds as an educator in Camanche and coaching cross country, basketball, and track. But Erin's impact doesn't stop there—she’s a dedicated dog breeder, raising labs with care and purpose… and she’s an ultrarunner whose stats are jaw-dropping:

🏃‍♀️ More than ten races of 100 miles or more

🏅 A five-time finisher of the Mines of Spain 100 miler

💯 And yes, she’s conquered the Potawatomi 150 miler!

In 2015, Erin blazed another trail as the Iditarod Teacher on the Trail, bringing the lessons of grit and adventure into classrooms nationwide. She continues to work with Iditarod Education, connecting students with this le ...