In this episode, Stuart Price shares his running journey from his initial 5k runs in 2020 to a 3:09:59 finish at the Manchester Marathon in 2026, knocking nearly 10 minutes off his PB.

His biggest improvements came after turning 50, thanks to smarter training, strength work, and better recovery, but the real breakthrough was mental. By focusing on one mile at a time, he stayed consistent and avoided burnout during the race.

Stuart credits his running club for motivation and accountability and now has his sights set on going sub-3 at the Valencia Marathon.

His key messages: Train smart, stay consistent, and mindset matters more than you think.

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