Adam Peterman (born August 11, 1995) is an American professional ultra-distance and marathon runner sponsored by Hoka.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Born | August 11, 1995 Missoula, Montana |
| Alma mater | University of Colorado Hellgate High School |
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Ultramarathon Track, cross country |
| Event(s) | 50 km, 80 km, 100 km, 5000 meters, 3000 metres steeplechase, 1500 meters, 10,000 metres |
| College team | Colorado Buffaloes men's cross country |
| Turned pro | 2018 |
| Coached by | Mark Wetmore & Heather Burroughs 2013–2018 Self 2018–present |
Personal life
editAdam Peterman was born and raised in Missoula, Montana, where he developed a love for the outdoors and running at an early age. He went to Hellgate High School, where he excelled in cross country and track. Peterman's talent earned him a scholarship to run at the University of Colorado Boulder.[1]
During his college years, Peterman faced various challenges, including various injuries such as Achilles tendinitis.[2]
After winning his debut 100 mile race at the Western States 100, Peterman's most recent and serious injury sidelined him for most of 2023, a sacral stress fracture. He underwent surgery and spent months recovering, gradually transitioning from walking to cycling before returning to running, after which he ran his first race since 2022, the Antelope Island Buffalo Run, March 29, 2024.[3][4] He continued his success in 2024 after placing 3rd at the Courmayeur - Champex - Chamonix (CCC) race by UTMB, being one of two Americans on the podium.
Adam lives with his partner, Erin Clark, in Missoula, Montana.[5] The two met in college while attending and running for the University of Colorado Boulder. In his professional career, Peterman is often crewed by Evan Barnes, a crewing specialist and long-time friend who has supported him during various high-profile trail races.[6]
Running career
editHigh school record
editAdam Peterman graduated from Hellgate High School class of 2013 is a Missoula, Montana native and 2013 Montana High School Association class AA 3200 m champion.[7]
| Representing Hellgate High School | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Cross Country class 2A state championship |
Outdoor Track and Field class 2A state championship | |||
| 2012–13 | 2nd 15:17.6 |
1600 m 3rd 4:17.26 | |||
| 3200 m 1st 9:12.38 | |||||
| 2011–12 | 3rd 15:31.0 |
1600 m 4th 4:28.28 | |||
| 3200 m 4th 9:53.36 | |||||
| 2010–11 | 3rd 15:49.0 |
1600 m 5th 4:33.47 | |||
| 3200 m 4th 9:40.80 | |||||
| 2009–10 | 29th 16:43.9 |
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Adam Peterman set Hellgate High School school records in 3 events 800-meters: 1:58, 1,600-meters: 4:17 & 3,200-meters: 8:57.[8]
NCAA record
editAdam Peterman earned All-Pac-12 Conference honors after earning bronze and honorable mention All-American honors in 2016 in the steeplechase.
Peterman graduated with environmental studies and geology degrees magna cum laude.[11]
Professional career
editPeterman is a two-time US trail national champion in the marathon.[12]
Peterman's 2022 ultra marathon results ended with 4 consecutive win culminating in 2 gold medals at 2022 World Mountain and Trail Running Championships.[13] USA Track & Field Mountain Ultra Trail (MUT) Running Council of long distance running has named Adam Peterman one of the 2022 USATF MUT Runners of the Year.[14] [15]
In 2024, Peterman continued his strong campaign of race results, finishing 3rd at the highly competitive UTMB CCC 100 km in a time of 10:28:50.[16]
Adam Peterman's name was known by few in the trail community through late 2021, when he destroyed the field at the JFK 50 Miler and nearly broke a course record many assumed was indestructible.[17]
| Place | Race | Distance | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd [18] | CCC by UTMB | 100 km |  Chamonix
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| 3rd[19] | Broken Arrow Skyrace | 46 km |  Lake Tahoe, CA
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| 1st[20] | Antelope Island Buffalo Run | 50 km | Syracuse, UT
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| Place | Race | Distance | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st[21] | 2022 Trail World Championships | 78 km |  Chiang Mai, THA
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| 1st[22] | Western States 100 | 100M | Olympic Valley, CA
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| 1st[23] | Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB | 100 km | Auburn, CA
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| 1st[24] | Chuckanut 50k | 50 km | Bellingham, WA
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References
edit- ^ Brady, Sarah (2022-10-27). "On the Up: A Conversation With Adam Peterman". iRunFar. Retrieved 2024-07-03.
- ^ Brady, Sarah (2022-10-27). "On the Up: A Conversation With Adam Peterman". iRunFar. Retrieved 2024-07-03.
- ^ "Watch Adam Peterman Rebuild After Devastating Stress Fracture on Humans of Hoka". Trail Runner Magazine. 2023-10-20. Retrieved 2024-07-03.
- ^ "Adam Peterman (M28)". Ultrarunning Magazine. Retrieved July 3, 2024.
- ^ "Episode 4: Adam Peterman and Erin Clark - The Trail Network Podcast". Listen Notes (in German). 2024-04-03. Retrieved 2024-09-14.
- ^ magazine, Trail Runner (2022-06-30). "RECAP: Western States 2022". Trail Runner Magazine. Retrieved 2024-09-14.
- ^ Adam Peterman Hellgate HS Track Results athletic.net
- ^ Hellman High School school records Athletic.net
- ^ Adam Peterman University of Colorado Buffs results TFRRS
- ^ Adam Peterman University of Colorado Boulder Buffaloes cross country results athletic.net
- ^ Adam Peterman bio cubuffs.com
- ^ "McLaughlin and Peterman Win Marathon Trail Championships in Moab". 9 November 2020.
- ^ Adam Peterman Ultra trail running results compiled by UTMB Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc
- ^ McLaughlin, Peterman, Herron & King Selected USATF MUT Runners of the Year trailrunner.com
- ^ Adam Peterman Ultra running results Ultrarunning.com
- ^ "Adam PETERMAN - His Trail results and UTMB® Index". utmb.world. Retrieved 2024-09-14.
- ^ After Victory at JFK, The Sky’s The Limit For Adam Peterman trailrunnermag.com
- ^ "Adam PETERMAN - His Trail results and UTMB® Index". utmb.world. Retrieved 2024-09-14.
- ^ "The Broken Arrow Skyrace". Ultra Signup. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ "Antelope Island Buffalo Run". Ultra Signup. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ Brady, Sarah (5 November 2022). "2022 Trail World Championships 80k Results: Peterman and L'Hirondel Win". I Run Far. iRunFar, LLC. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ "2022 Western States". Ultra Signup. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ "2022 The Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB". Ultra Signup. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ "2022 Chuckanut 50k Race Results (50 KM)". Ultra Running Magazine. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
