{"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":"63. How to Listen to Your Body During an Ultra","slug":"63-how-to-listen-to-your-body-during-an-ultra","published_at":"2026-06-24T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953/63-how-to-listen-to-your-body-during-an-ultra","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953","url":"https://www.susanidonnelly.com/63","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a68f170b-e153-40de-9b0c-d46e361a5ec1.mp3","summary":"You're deep into a race. Your legs hurt, your energy is gone, and every step feels harder than the last. Your body is telling you it's done, so it's done... right? Not necessarily. One of the biggest mistakes ultra runners make is assuming they know what their body is saying when they're actually listening to something else entirely. In this episode, I break down why so many runners struggle to know when to push and when to back off during a race. You'll discover how to tell the difference between what your body is actually communicating and the story your brain is telling about it, and how to build a stronger relationship with your body so you can race with more confidence. For full show notes, transcript PDF, and more information, visit https://susanidonnelly.com/63 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're deep into a race. Your legs hurt, your energy is gone, and every step feels harder than the last. Your body is telling you it's done, so it's done.…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1095,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953/episodes/63-how-to-listen-to-your-body-during-an-ultra/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-7312953/63-how-to-listen-to-your-body-during-an-ultra.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}