Let's Try Something New Walking 3000km Across Japan with Alan Mesfin
Send us a textGerman born, British bred, Eritrean blooded and Spanish based, Alan unwittingly stumbled into thru-hiking after sitting on a plane on his way back from visiting his brother in Japan. A Maths teacher by profession, he now exclusively tutors privately online, which affords him the time between hikes to work on converting his camper-van and produce videos of his walks for YouTube.LinksLet's try something new - Alan's YouTube channelCoasting: Running around the coast of Britain- Life, Love and (very) loose plans by Elise DowningWalking the Camino Six Ways to SantiagoSupport the show
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Exploring Singapore Through Running with Pris Chew of Prischew.com
Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Pris the award-winning blogger behind PrisChew Dot Com. Pris is well known in Singapore’s blogging community, having won Best Health & Wellness Blog at the Singapore Blog Awards. Through her writing and content, she shares authentic stories and practical insights on lifestyle, wellness, and travel.We dive into her passion for running in Singapore — from her favorite routes and hidden gems for runners, to the best races in the city and what makes them special. She also shares her personal recommendations for anyone looking to explore Singapore through running, whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or just getting started.If you’re curious about Singapore’s running scene, or simply want insider tips from someone who knows it well, this episode is for you.LinksPrischew.comPrischew dot com InstagramPrischew dot com YoutubePrischew dot com FacebookSupport the show
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Deep Japan Ultra with Ashwini Ganapathi
Send us a textThe guest in this episode is Ashwini Ganapathi. Ashwini is an ultramarathon runner and endurance coach from Bengaluru, India. After leaving a nine-year IT career, she progressed from her first 10K in 2014 to tackling some of the world’s toughest events, including the Everest Base Camp Ultra, the Asia–Oceania 24-Hour Championship, and Japan’s gruelling 173 km Deep Japan Ultra Trail. In 2025 she set out to race the Lake Sonoma 100-miler; her effort ended when the event was called off. Known for her resilience and community focus, Ashwini advocates for more women in India to explore trail and ultra running.In this episode, we talk about her run at Deep Japan Ultra, the training, nutrition and the actual race itself. Ashwini talks about how this Ultramarathon has been a culmination of 6 years of work and training.Links:Lake Senoma 100milerDeep Japan UltraCity of LehEndure: Mind, Body and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance by Alex HutchinsonHarry Potter - JK RowlingSherlock HolmesFriendsFormula 1: The Drive to SurviveAshwini's InstagramSupport the show
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The Long Run: Navigating Menopause and Aging as a Female Ultra Runner - with Debbie van der Linde
Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with ultra runner and coach Debbie to dive into a topic that’s often left out of the conversation: aging and menopause in women who run long distances. Debbie shares her personal journey as a mature athlete and why she’s passionate about helping women understand what’s really happening in their bodies.We explore the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, the importance of training smarter—not harder—as we age, and the emotional and physical challenges women face during this phase. Debbie also introduces her upcoming podcast, which will be dedicated to this very conversation.Whether you’re an ultra runner, a weekend trail enthusiast, or just curious about what lies ahead, this episode brings insight, awareness, and a dose of encouragement for every woman on the run.Topics We Cover:What aging feels like as a female ultra runnerKey signs and symptoms of perimenopause and menopauseHow to adapt your training as you get olderMental shifts and body awarenessEncouraging community and open conversation around “the change”Debbie’s new podcast and why she’s creating this space for womenGuest Bio:Debbie is an ultra runner and coach who specializes in working with women. With decades of experience on the trails and a passion for lifting up others, Debbie is now shifting her focus to creating more awareness and dialogue around aging and menopause in endurance sports.Debbie's InstagramDebbie's PodcastMel Robbins PodcastJust Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan StevensonTed LassoSupport the show
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Dead Cow Gully Ultra with "Bagman" Mitchitaro Mizuno
Send us a textIn this episode, the guest is Michitaro Mizuno. Michitaro is a young Japanese ultra trail runner, podcast host, race director, and community builder in his own right. We talk about his 94 loops at Dead Cow Gully Backyard Ultra — that’s 94 hours of running, or 3 days and 22 hours, covering a total distance of 630.364 km.Michitaro earned the nickname "Bagman" because he ran with a shopping bag for the entire race. And yes — in this episode, we answer the question: what was in the bag?Michitaro is part of a thriving trail running community in Tanzawa, Kanagawa, Japan.If you’re new to it, a Backyard Ultra — also called Last One Standing — is a type of ultramarathon where runners must complete a 6.706 km (4.167 mi) loop every hour. They have to start a new lap on the hour, every hour, and the race continues until only one person finishes a loop. (Wikipedia)LinksBackyard Ultra TokyoDead Cow Gully Backyard UltraHadano RunningTanzawa Nature Activity BaseMichitaro's InstagramAs Far As Possible UltrarunningBeyond the Despair - A Backyard Ultra DocumentarySupport the show
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