{"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":"58. 3 Things Holding You Back in Ultra Running","slug":"58-3-things-holding-you-back-in-ultra-running","published_at":"2026-05-20T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953/58-3-things-holding-you-back-in-ultra-running","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953","url":"https://www.susanidonnelly.com/podcast/3-things-holding-you-back-ultra-runner","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/193dd1c8-9d1f-48d2-83f1-ccc8cc92811e.mp3","summary":"You want more from ultra running. You want to get faster, finish more reliably, and enjoy this sport at a higher level. But if you’re stuck getting the same results race after race, despite all your physical training, there may be bigger obstacles holding you back than your mileage, nutrition, or gear. This week, I’m breaking down the three biggest things I see keeping runners from reaching their true potential. You’ll learn how to identify what’s really holding you back, why mental mastery is essential to closing the gap between where you are and where you want to be, and what it takes to finally step into your next level as an ultra runner. For full show notes, transcript PDF, and more information, visit https://susanidonnelly.com/58 Connect with Susan: Instagram: instagram.com/susanidonnelly Facebook: 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":"You want more from ultra running. You want to get faster, finish more reliably, and enjoy this sport at a higher level. But if you’re stuck getting the sa…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1477,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953/episodes/58-3-things-holding-you-back-in-ultra-running/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-7312953/58-3-things-holding-you-back-in-ultra-running.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}