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

What keeps someone going when the race stretches beyond 100 kilometers, the body starts to fail, and quitting would be the easy option?

In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we explore what it really means to find joy inside suffering. This is a deep, honest conversation about ultrarunning, long-distance racing, and the mindset required to stay calm when things go wrong.

We talk about UTMB, Hardrock 100, Tor des Géants, multi-day racing, pressure at the front of the pack, and how to stay grounded as expectations rise. Beyond races, this episode dives into purpose, identity, resilience, and why joy still matters even in the hardest moments.

This one isn’t about glorifying pain.
It’s about understanding it, working with it, and learning how to keep going without losing yourself.

Keywords:
ultrarunning podcast, trail running, endurance mindset, UTMB, Hardrock 100, Tor des Géants, women in ultrarunning, mental toughness, endurance psychology, long distance running, mountain running, resilience, pushing horizons podcast