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Imo Boddy: Episode 6 - An Inspirational Ultra Athlete on Her Journey to a Second World Record

Imo Boddy: Episode 6 - An Inspirational Ultra Athlete on Her Journey to a Second World Record

FromThe Runna Podcast


Imo Boddy: Episode 6 - An Inspirational Ultra Athlete on Her Journey to a Second World Record

FromThe Runna Podcast

ratings:
Length:
32 minutes
Released:
May 24, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

On today’s episode of The Runna Podcast, we welcome Imo Boddy (@imoboddy), an amazing ultra runner who is the current world record holder for being the youngest female to run the length of the UK! Get insight into the mental fortitude required for such extreme endurance feats as Imo discusses her upcoming world record attempt - to become the youngest/fastest person to run and summit the UK's Three Peaks (Snowdon, Scafell, and Ben Nevis) in under 7 daysImo recounts the gruelling details of her 22-day run across the UK, including hitting a low point where she thought she had a stress fracture and had to walk part of the distance.She shares how she normalised bodily functions like needing frequent bathroom breaks during her ultra challenges, including an embarrassing story of falling over covered in mud after a pit stop! Don’t forget to hit the like button and subscribe to be notified of all future episodes. And as always, don’t forget to send in your embarrassing running stories to PODCAST@RUNNA.COM or send us a voice-note on Instagram. For a 2-week free trial at Runna use the code 'RUNNAPODCAST' See you next week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Released:
May 24, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (12)

Welcome to the Runna Podcast!  Each week we deep dive into the world of running with some truly inspiring individuals. Join our hosts, Coach Ben (Head Coach and Co-Founder of Runna) and Coach Anya Culling (professional marathon runner), as they sit down with passionate individuals from all walks of life who share a common love for running.Expect a blend of captivating interviews exploring inspirational journeys, hilarious tales of running mishaps, and invaluable coaching tips from Olympian and Coach, Steph Davis. Each episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and plenty of motivation to fuel your next run.From seasoned athletes to beginners taking their first strides, Runna is here to support you every step of the way. Whether you’re aiming to conquer a faster 5k or cross the finish line of your first ultra-marathon, our tailored Runna plans and weekly podcast episodes are designed to keep you motivated. Use code ‘RUNNAPODCAST’ if you’re feeling inspired to give it a go for a 2-week free trial.Join us on the Runna Podcast as we celebrate the joys, challenges, and triumphs of running, and help you achieve your Runna goals one stride at a time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.