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Abby Hall’s journey to the 2024 UTMB start line is, in my opinion, one of the most compelling storylines of this year’s race.

It’s been a while since she was last on the podcast—roughly about two years ago, around this same time, before the same race. This hiatus was not due to a lack of interest on my part. I closely follow her career across various social media platforms; she’s an exceptional writer and excels at documenting the life of a professional trail runner.

In our conversation, we cover everything that has happened in the past 15 months and what it took for her to return to the sport’s biggest stage. I believe you’ll find the discussion highly valuable. Abby is a generous conversationalist who skillfully connects her experiences to the interests of the audience.

Timestamps:

01:30 Introduction and Recapping 2022/2023 timeline
04:53 The Challenges of Recovering from a Major Injury
08:23 Rehabilitation and the Full-Time Job of Recovery
16:14 The Emotional Impact of Injury and the Role of a Sports Psychologist
23:08 The Complexities of Self-Responsibility in the Recovery Process
26:21 The Importance of Building Relationships with Supportive Team Members
30:12 Personal Rituals and Ceremonies in the Recovery Journey
33:28 Inspiring Others Through Social Media
42:50 Finding Joy in the Process of Training and Racing
55:47 Setting Goals and Staying Focused on Your Passion

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