In this episode, I dive deep into the raw reality versus the hopeful delusion we runners often feel when tackling marathons. Coming fresh off the back of the Manchester Marathon—one of the toughest I've ever experienced—I share my honest reflections on what really goes on during an endurance event, both physically and mentally. From brutal heat, collapsing runners, and hitting the wall, to the mistakes I’ve made with race strategy and my changing expectations for the Edinburgh Marathon, I lay it all bare. If you’re training for your first (or next) marathon, or just want a truthful look at what it takes, tune in as I uncover the importance of realistic goal setting, adapting to conditions, and why relying on data matters more than wishful thinking.

As always, my journey is about more than running, it's a mission to save children’s lives through consecutive barefoot marathons. If you find value or inspiration here, please subscribe, share, and support the cause. Let’s run smarter, kinder, and a little more honestly together.

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