Welcome to a bonus episode of Mt Fuji 100, your trail-running scoop straight from the source!This time, we’re diving into the Ultra-Trail Mt. Fuji 2025 weekend—what to expect, who to watch, and why it’s such a massive deal ...

What happens when a doctor, shaped by the weight of a global pandemic, decides to cycle across an entire continent? After COVID, Sam — a Korean-British doctor — made a quiet promise to himself: he would ride across Africa. From the rolling land...

Derin is an American ultra-runner living in Tokyo. After developing a world-class dad bod due to years of health negligence, he took up running in 2017 at age 38 to master a sport he’d always disdained. A former competitive swimmer and avid hik...

With the Addo Elephant Trail Run happening this weekend, I’m republishing my conversation with race directors Sheena and Sian to help new runners feel prepared and confident. Addo is no ordinary race—it takes you through rugged trails, remote l...

This episode covers various tips and personal experiences on how to get motivated for running. From participating in unique running events to finding the right running group, the speaker shares different strategies and personal anecdotes to...

The guest in episode 108 is Wye-Khe Kwok. Wye-Khe is an Australian transplant in Japan, whose life has been an exploration of trails, mountains and pushing the boundaries of endurance. From transitioning from hiking to trail running, to navigat...

In this episode, Linda interviews Bennie, a seasoned ultra-endurance runner with an impressive track record. Having conquered grueling races like the 400km Ultra Gobi in China/Mongolia, The Munga, Skyrun, Mac Mac, an...

Miyelani is a powerhouse both on and off the trails. A single mom of three, she juggles her busy schedule with training and competing, proving that determination knows no bounds. With multiple Comrades Marathon finishes under her belt, Olivia h...

Mike is a dedicated runner and community builder based in Cape Town. In addition to being an accomplished ultrarunner, he serves as the Captain of Must Love Hills Runcrew and is the co-founder of Community Track Club. In this episode, we delve ...

Kiyo Fujishiro is the editor, publisher, and managing director at Mokusei Publishers Inc., known for bringing compelling stories to life. As the publisher of Like the Wind Magazine Japan and acclaimed books such as Beyond Jogging: The Innerspac...

In this episode, Kiyoshi a Tokyo-based running community organizer and avid runner, discusses his journey with running, the famous Hakone Ekiden relay race, and his involvement in the Doyou (土曜） Club, an open learning and running community. Kiy...

In this episode, Linda interviews Brett Florens, an experienced ultra runner, for the second time. They discuss Brett's running journey, his goals, and his holistic approach to enjoying the sport. Brett shares insights on training, the signific...

Adventures in Ultra Running with Naomi BrandIn this episode, Linda revisits an inspiring conversation with Naomi Brand, a vet, activist, and elite ultra runner. Naomi shares her extraordinary journey in the ultra running world, recounting h...

In this episode, David, a 25-year-old marathon runner from the DRC Congo now residing in Cape Town, shares his inspiring journey. He discusses how he started running, the challenges and triumphs of building the Somerset Run Crew, and the impact...

In this touching and inspiring podcast, our guest is  Jack Adams, a dedicated runner, former military member, and missionary, about his incredible journey running the length of Japan. Jack shares his background, personal struggles, and how...

In this inspiring episode, Kgomotso Hamadziripi, a 22-year-old ultra runner, takes us through his extraordinary journey into the world of ultra running. From discovering his passion for running at a young age to maintaining an impressive...

In Episode 97 of the podcast, we interview ultra runner Grant Mitchell, winner of the inaugural Runyanga 100-miler in Zimbabwe. This engaging episode covers Grant’s background in sports performance, his transition from rugby to ultra running, a...

In this episode, the we converses with Juliana, who shares her extraordinary experience of running the Marathon Des Sables (MDS). From the logistical challenges before the race to the physical and emotional aspects of running in the desert, Jul...

Join us in this riveting episode as we sit down with James, a determined and competitive runner, who shares his journey across the globe from the UK to the deserts of Morocco. We dive deep into his experiences and how he prepares, competes, and...

 Zukie Tandathu, is an ultra runner originally from South Africa, now based in the UK. Zukie shares his experiences of transitioning to the UK, his running journey, training for ultra marathons, and becoming a North Face Explorer. He also ...

Welcome to episode 93 of the podcast! In this episode, Linda sits down with Paul Brillantes, an incredible independent athlete hailing from the Philippines known for his passion for ultra running, sky running, and cycling.Summary:- ...

Welcome to this episode of The Running Voyage podcast, where Linda dives deep into the remarkable journey of Gediminus Grinius, a seasoned ultra-marathon runner and former military member from Lithuania.  They talk about Gediminus's wi...

In this episode of the podcast, Linda interviews Marco Lui, a journalist with a rich background in running. They discuss Marco's insights and experiences in various marathons and trail races, including his role in the English live broadcast of ...

Welcome to our latest race report episode, where we dive into the the Okumusashi Long trail race, set amidst the scenic trails of Hanno, Saitama.Exploring Hanno's Trail TreasuresLocated in the heart of Saitama, Hanno serves...

In episode 90 of the podcast,  we welcome back Admire Muzopambwa to discuss his recent win at the UTD (Ultra-Trail Drakensberg) race. Having previously interviewed Admire in the show's 20th episode, We reflect on Admire's growth as an athl...