{"podcast":{"title":"Unstoppable Ultra Runner","slug":"unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953","podcast_index_feed_id":7312953,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/unstoppable-ultra-runner/","website_url":"https://unstoppable-ultra-runner.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/e1712c02-b7a7-46c5-8ef5-ca616929458b/2RJiv_z8VbNmvtjUmnEpHwHt.jpg","author":"Susan Donnelly","episode_count":67,"summary":"Your body isn’t the problem—your mind is. Ultra runners don’t stop because they’re too tired. They stop because doubt, fear, and hesitation convince them to quit. You’ve trained your legs, lungs, and endurance, but when things get tough, does your mindset hold up? True mental toughness isn’t about being fearless. It’s about knowing—deep down—that no matter what happens on race day, you have the resilience, grit, and mental strength to keep moving forward. Unstoppable Ultra Runner is for you if you’re asking: *Why do I lose my confidence when a race gets hard? Learn how to trust yourself and stay mentally strong when it matters most. *How do I stop second-guessing myself before a big race? Develop an unshakable belief in your training and your ability to finish. *What’s the secret to pushing through when It seems impossible? Master the mindset shifts that separate those who stop from those who keep going. *How do I handle setbacks without falling apart? Turn challenges into fuel, so you come back stronger every time. *Why do I always play it safe instead of going after big goals? Break free from self-doubt and run with the confidence to chase what you really want. Hosted by Susan D…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-22T14:17:28.062775+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953"},"episode":{"title":"48. What Ultra Runners Can Learn from Olympic Champion Eileen Gu","slug":"48-what-ultra-runners-can-learn-from-olympic-champion-eileen-gu","published_at":"2026-03-11T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953/48-what-ultra-runners-can-learn-from-olympic-champion-eileen-gu","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953","url":"https://www.susanidonnelly.com/podcast/learn-from-eileen-gu","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f2f56618-be74-4f56-b2ac-739d79b6d394.mp3","summary":"What if the key to running your best race is not training harder, but training your mind? When things get tough deep into an ultra, the real challenge is not your legs. It is the thoughts in your head and how you respond to them. In this episode, I share what ultra runners can learn from Olympic champion Eileen Gu. She approaches her mind the same way she approaches her sport, as something she studies, tinkers with, and improves over time. If you have ever tried to distract yourself from negative thoughts during a race or wished you could just get out of your head, this episode will show you a different path. For full show notes, transcript PDF, and more information, visit https://www.susanidonnelly.com/48 Connect with Susan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanidonnelly Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanidonnelly Mentioned in this episode: Introducing: 1:1 Mental Mastery Coaching for Ultrarunners My 1:1 Mental Mastery Coaching for Ultrarunners is a six-month coaching program where we build the mental skills experienced ultrarunners use to handle difficult races well. If you’re ready to stop repeating the same mental patterns in your races and start developing the mindset that lets your training show up when it matters most, I’d love to talk with you. Schedule a free consultation call with me here: unstoppable-ultra-runner.captivate.fm/book-a-call Click here to book your free consult call!","meta_description":"What if the key to running your best race is not training harder, but training your mind? When things get tough deep into an ultra, the real challenge is…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1173,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953/episodes/48-what-ultra-runners-can-learn-from-olympic-champion-eileen-gu/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953/48-what-ultra-runners-can-learn-from-olympic-champion-eileen-gu.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}