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Ryan Downs is only new to the sport of ultra running, but in a short space of time he's set big goals and hit them.Running his first ultra at BRUTUS last year, Ryan got a taste for what its like to go long. Last year he also completed an incredible run streak, which he took on 10 years since he lost his mother Tereze following a five year battle with cancer.This year Ryan become one of a small handful to secure 30 laps at the GUMBY at Blue Range Hut in the ACT. An achievement so incredible for someone so new to the sport.His next big challenge is Ryan's Long Run 220km+ staged event over three days October 9-11th from Wagga Base Hospital, where Ryan's mum was born to Gungahlin Cemetery, where she is buried. A physical line drawn between beginning and farewell.Everyone who donates goes into the draw to win incredible prizes, and your support will go directly to Rise Above. A charity that financially supports families with loved ones battling cancer.As always thank you for your support.

Ultra running is not just about the physical challenge; it’s a profound journey that tests the limits of mental resilience and community spirit. In this episode I dive into the experiences of Tom Curry, a passionate ultra runner, who recently completed the UTA Miler. His journey is not just about crossing the finish line, but about the lessons learned along the way.In this you'll learn that a DNF isn't the end of the world, and see that Tommy’s reflections offer valuable insights for both seasoned and aspiring ultra runners.You can follow Tom on instagram at T0m_Runs.Don't forget if you liked this episode to share and rate so others can also find it.

On the 19th of July 2025, Simon Dent and Todd Liubinskas will run from Brisbane to Sydney as part of the Lions’ Tour Down Under to raise money for Dallaglio RugbyWorks and The British & Irish Lions Trust. Joe Ward who previously held the fastest known time for the route is currently coaching the lads, and showing them what it takes to run one thousand kilometres in 14 days.You can help the lads of reaching their fundrasing goal by hitting this link.You can support the Podcast for as little as $2 via the Peak2Soon Patreon.

In late 2015, Mark’s close family friend and neighbour Frank was diagnosed with Cancer. Frank unfortunately passed away a few short months later. Mark was really struggling but like most blokes kept it in and started drinking heavily. To try and combat his depression and gain some control back over his life he signed up for his first marathon in Sydney in 2016. He's many things a husband, father, ultra runner, mental health ambassador, motivational speaker, but most of all he's a good bloke.His story is one that proves what's possible when you set your mind to something, dream big, and then go out and try and achieve it, even if in the moment it seems impossible.This year he finished second at Coast to Kosci, in what was a thrilling race, he shares an insight into his second effort at that race, as well as a new secret weapon he's using for his mindset.

Coast to Kosci is one of Australia's best races, 240km from a beach in Eden all the way to the top of Australia then back down to Charlotte'Pass. Without last year's winners this race is still so super stacked, and like any year is bound to throw up some twists and surprise.Last year's winner Rob Mason lets me know about some exciting developments about the race, and also helps me try and pick a winner for this weekend's event! To those running I hope you enjoy.If you're following the race on social media don't forget to join the conversation using #coastotkosci2023 Also really worth checking out Rob's podcast 'Mindset for Runners'

One of Australia's most respected politicians Dr Andrew Leigh was recently crowned Australia's fittest politician.For those that live in Canberra it would come as no surprise, as if you're up early enough you'll catch Dr Leigh running on the trails somewhere between Mount Ainslie and Mount Majura.Dr Leigh shares his wisdom in this podcast, and a journey that's seem him run sub three hours in all six marathon majors, and most his running took him to South Africa's Comrades Marathon. But, it hasn't always been easy, injuries and an aging body have led to different challenges, but as Dr Leigh explains, sometimes it's not about racing our younger selves, the journey is much more satisfying than that.

Donna Urquhart is about to undertake the run of a lifetime, hoping to run 1,300 kilometres in Antarctica.She's also on a mission to educate and empower young girls and women to develop a love of sport and discover what is possible for them through the integration of mental and physical skills.In this chat she details how she hopes to over come a number of challenges she'll face during the run. You can follow her incredible journey at runantarctica on instagram or at her website at www.runantarctica.com.If you want to support the course you can at here and don't forget you can support the pod for just $2 a month at the Patreon.

Some on the east coast ultra running scene may never have heard of Michael Hooker until he blew some of the best runners out of the water with an incredible run at the recent AIS Track Invitational.The run put him as the A Qualifier for the Australian team that's heading to Taiwan for the World Championships in December. It's worlds away from where Michael was in 2017, faced with the prospect of potentially never running again.It's an incredible story of never giving up on yourself, and shows that sometimes life has a way of taking us down a path we never expected.You can follow his journey on Instagram at hooks09.You can now support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $2 a month:patreon.com/ThePeak2SoonPodcast