Dean Karnazes has been called one of the fittest humans on the planet — and he’s not slowing down. In his 60s, he’s still running ultramarathons on the weekends, living part-time in Greece, and exploring the historical roots of endurance itself.

In this episode, Dean takes us through:

• What running looks like for him today
• Why Greece has become his spiritual and physical home
• The true story of the marathon, told like only he can
• How he stays mentally sharp and physically strong as he ages
• What keeps him motivated after decades of pushing limits

This isn’t just a highlight reel of past races — it’s a deep dive into how to stay adventurous, purpose-driven, and physically capable for life.

🔑 What You'll Learn:

• The real origin of the marathon and why it matters
• Dean’s mindset around aging, recovery, and staying “ultra”
• How he balances training, life, and longevity in his 60s
• His take on mental blocks and how to push through them
• What’s changed (and what hasn’t) in ultra-running over the decades

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📚 Amazing Books by Dean Karnazes:

• Ultramarathon Man: Confessions of an All-Night Runner - My favorite! 
• A Runner's High: My Life in Motion
• The Road to Sparta: Reliving the Ancient Battle and Epic Run That Inspired the World's Greatest Footrace
• 50/50: Secrets I Learned Running 50 Marathons in 50 Days

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Topics: longevity, fitness over 40, endurance training, aging athletes, recovery, injury prevention

Ageless Athlete is a podcast about healthy aging for people who want to stay strong, active and capable for life. Conversations explore strength, endurance, mobility, recovery, VO2 max, muscle and bone health, and what it takes to keep doing the things you love as you get older.

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