Last time I spoke to him, he had just finished Cocodona 250 tested, humbled, hungry for more.

Now he returns after winning the Gobi 240.

Four hundred kilometers across the desert. Self-navigated. Self-supported. No crew. No pacers. Just checkpoints, a GPS watch, and long stretches of silence where your mind becomes your biggest opponent.

In this episode, we break down what it really takes to win a race like Gobi 240. The navigation mistakes. The sleep deprivation. The nutrition struggles. The moment he got lost in the middle of the night. And the final kilometers walked on blown-up shins.

This is not just about podiuming an ultramarathon.

It’s about growth.
It’s about learning from Cocodona.
It’s about suffering smarter.
And it’s about understanding that endurance is more than physical strength, it’s decision-making under pressure.

If you care about ultrarunning, mindset, resilience, desert racing, or pushing beyond what you think is possible, this one is for you.

Keywords: Gobi 240, ultrarunning, 400km race, desert ultramarathon, self-supported race, self-navigated ultra, endurance mindset, Cocodona 250, long distance running, mental toughness, ultra endurance, sleep deprivation, trail running podcast.

She didn’t start the year chasing a record.
She started the year questioning if she even wanted to keep running.

Then she ran the 200-mile Triple Crown.
Tahoe 200. Bigfoot 200. Moab 240.

Three races. Four months. And she broke the women’s Triple Crown record.

But this episode is not about the record.

It’s about what it takes to stay calm when you’re injured.
To remove comparison.
To ignore the noise.
To trust your own process when it looks nothing like everyone else’s.

We talk about racing 200+ miles, training through doubt, why presence matters more than pressure, and how staying mentally steady can carry you further than speed ever will.

If you’re chasing something big or rebuilding after thinking it was over, this conversation will hit home.

Keywords: ultrarunning, 200 mile races, triple crown of 200s, women in endurance, mental strength, trail running, consistency, injury comeback, presence mindset, Moab 240, Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, endurance psychology, long distance racing, record breaker.

What happens when running stops being about pace, and becomes about freedom?

In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we sit down with one of the UK’s most accomplished ultrarunners to talk about mental strength, 100-mile races, mountain adventures, DNFs, and the deeper reasons behind pushing limits.

From early 50-mile races in Wales to multiple 100-mile victories, podium finishes, and a top-5 finish at the brutal Dragon’s Back Race (380km), this conversation dives into:

• The mental resilience behind ultrarunning

• What really happens during 100-mile races

• How DNFs shape stronger athletes

• Why trail running builds confidence

• Raising over £10,000 for charity through running

• Women in ultrarunning and representation

• Using endurance sport to support mental health

This is a raw, honest look at what it takes to go far, and why distance can become freedom.

Keywords: ultrarunning podcast, 100 mile race, trail running, women in ultrarunning, Dragon’s Back Race, mental resilience, endurance mindset, UK trail running, charity running, mountain running, DNF lessons, long distance running motivation.

In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we dive into an inspiring trail running journey that began in 2023 and quickly escalated into completing some of Hong Kong’s toughest ultra races.

From a first 19km race to finishing the HK100 (103km, 5314m elevation gain), TransLantau 100K, and the brutal HK100 Grand Sam (192km over three days with 8750m elevation gain), this story is about resilience, grit, and community.

Working 12–15 hour days as a domestic helper in Hong Kong, training at 4AM on city roads, and pushing through exhaustion at checkpoint 56km, this episode explores what it truly takes to become an ultrarunner.

We also discuss:

• The mental battle during multi-day ultras

• Training with limited time and access to trails

• The Exchange and Empower Trail Running Scholarship

• Being an ambassador for She Races, Hong Kong’s first female-focused trail race

• Why community matters in trail running

• Using running for mental health and personal growth

If you’re into ultrarunning, trail running, women in sports, HK100, TransLantau, World Trail Majors, endurance mindset, and overcoming adversity, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I sit down with Josh McDole, ultrarunner and 2025 Triple Crown of 200s finisher. We dive deep into what it really takes to complete Zion 100, Cocodona 250, Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, and Moab 240, all in a single season.

We talk about:

• Running 200+ miles through mountains and desert

• Night four sleep deprivation and hallucinations

• Mental toughness vs physical endurance

• Fueling, recovery, and race strategy

• The emotional moment at mile 200 that changed everything

• What happens when quitting is no longer an option

This is not just about ultramarathons. It’s about mindset, identity, suffering, and what you discover about yourself when everything is stripped away.

If you're training for a 100 miler, a 200 miler, Cocodona 250, Moab 240, or chasing your own version of hard, this conversation will hit home.

#ultrarunning #200miles #moab240 #cocodona250 #trailrunning #ultramarathon #mentalstrength #endurancesports

What happens when fitness stops being something you do and starts becoming who you are?

In this episode, I sit down with Jon to unpack a journey that moved from team sport to solo endurance. From discovering running after football ended, to tackling 24-hour races, hundred milers, brutal mountain ultras, and completing all six World Marathon Majors, this conversation goes far beyond finish times.

We talk honestly about ego, pressure, sponsorship expectations, injuries, burnout, and the thin line between loving the process and being consumed by it. Jon opens up about why ultra running felt different, how community changed his perspective, and why setbacks don’t mean failure, they mean adjustment.

This episode is about endurance, identity, resilience, and learning when to push and when to step back.

If running has ever felt like more than just training, this one will resonate.

Keywords:
ultra running, marathon running, endurance mindset, running identity, mental resilience, ultra marathon training, world marathon majors, trail running, race strategy, running community, injury comeback, athlete mindset

Not every race ends at the finish line.
Some end with a decision.

In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we dive into the realities of ultrarunning beyond results. We talk about building mental strength through failure, learning from DNFs, and why knowing when to stop can be just as powerful as pushing through.

This conversation covers the full picture:
mindset under pressure, fueling and nutrition, training through uncertainty, racing in extreme environments, and running with purpose through charity-driven events.

An episode about resilience, self-awareness, and the strength that’s built in the dark moments most people never see.

Perfect for runners, endurance athletes, and anyone navigating hard seasons while still choosing to move forward.

In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we explore what happens when joy, not ego, becomes the driving force behind running.

This conversation dives deep into the mental side of ultrarunning, including DNFs, burnout, loss of motivation, and the pressure to constantly perform. We talk about why some races fall apart despite perfect preparation, how life context affects performance, and why stepping back can sometimes be the strongest move forward.

This episode is for runners who have questioned their love for the sport, struggled after a tough race, or felt disconnected from why they started running at all.

Topics covered:

• Running through joy vs running to prove something

• DNFs, burnout, and emotional recovery

• Why mindset matters more than fitness over long distances

• Community, perspective, and long-term sustainability in running

• Finding meaning beyond results and finish lines

🎧 A raw, honest conversation for runners who want to stay in the sport for the long run.

Keywords:
ultrarunning podcast, running mindset, DNF recovery, endurance mindset, trail running podcast, running motivation, mental toughness, joy in running, pushing horizons podcast