Cameron Hanes - Keep Hammering Collective KHC 113 - Courtney Dauwalter
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Jan 29, 2025 In a riveting chat, world-renowned ultramarathon runner Courtney Dauwalter shares insights into her incredible endurance feats and mental fortitude. She discusses her recent Spike Camp run and the importance of community in pushing through challenges. Courtney reveals how she chooses races, the mental grit required for competitions, and her thoughts on whether ultrarunning could be included in the Olympics. With anecdotes about the balance between passion and professional sponsorship, she inspires listeners to embrace the discomfort that leads to growth.
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Epic 100-Mile Three-Day Run
- Cameron Hanes and Courtney Dauwalter ran 100 miles over three days on difficult mountain terrain.
- Their collaboration showed the power of community and pushing beyond perceived limits.
Motivation in Ultramarathons
- Ultra running combines curiosity and internal drive to test human limits.
- Only self-motivation can sustain runners through the toughest ultra distances.
Handling the Unknown in Ultras
- Every ultra race appears unique due to unpredictable challenges like injury or weather.
- Experience helps, but real-time problem solving defines ultra success.