Host: Ash
Guest: Bo Aaskov Hemmingsen ( https://www.instagram.com/oneshotbatten/)

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Episode Description:

In this episode of United Happy Hour, I sit down with Bo, a dedicated runner with an incredible 786-day running streak. We dive into Bo’s journey, how they got into running, their first race experience, and what keeps them lacing up every day.

We also discuss Bo’s training routine, how they balance intensity as an ultra-marathoner, and the biggest mistake they’ve learned from. Mental strength is a huge part of endurance sports, so we explore Bo’s mindset during tough moments and the role running plays in their mental health.

Injury prevention and recovery are key for longevity in the sport, so Bo shares insights into their toughest injury, recovery techniques, and how they decide when to push through or rest. We then geek out over running gear, Bo’s go-to shoes, fuelling strategy, and the watch that tracks it all.

To wrap up, Bo shares their biggest inspirations, advice for new runners, and the ultimate dream race they hope to run one day. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just starting your journey, this episode is packed with insights and motivation to keep you moving forward!

Episode Timeline & Questions:

Intro (0:00 - 4:55)

• Welcome to the episode!
• Quick introduction to Bo.

Segment 1: Running Journey, runnings streak, First race (4:55 - 27:45)

• what got you to running?
• What keeps you going? You said you have been running for 786 days, is there a plan to continue?
• What is the longest distance you ran with and without training? 
• Can you also share about your first race event and how was it?
• What was the moment you fell in love with the running

Segment 2: Training (27:45 - 33:50)

• How does your training week looks like?
• You are an Ultra-Marathoner, how do you balance the training intensity?
• What’s that one mistake that you have made which others should avoid

Segment 3: Mental strength, mental health  (33:50 - 39:30)

• You have done so many marathons and ultra marathons, what’s your mental strategy to push through rough times
• Does run help your mental health?

Segment 4: Injuries, recovery techniques(39:30 - 42:50)

• What was the toughest injury you had?
• Are there any recovery techniques you use that helps you to stay injury free, and what’s your secret?
• How do you know when you push through discomfort and when to rest?

Segment 5: Shoes, fuels, watch (42:50 - 45:45)

• What type of shoe do you wear for your road and trail running
• What’s your fuelling strategy
• What type of watch do you have?

Segment 6: inspiration, advice to new runner, dream race(42:50 - 50:22)

• Who inspires you
• What's the one piece of advice would you give to a new runner?
• If you had to pick one race you would like to do, what would it be and why?