Casual Runners Appreciation Podcast

Everest, Antartica, the Red Centre... and that’s just the first five minutes

Shannon Beattie & Brodie Clark Episode 89

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This week, we're joined by Joe Petersen. He's the father of Social Run Club founder Mark Petersen, who also joins us in a supporting role. Together, we chat with Joe about:

  • The story behind his participation in the Everest Marathon and the challenges of high-altitude ultramarathons
  • Mark’s extensive ultra-distance achievements across Mongolia, Antarctica, and China
  • The camaraderie and community found within the ultra-running sphere
  • How running in extreme environments like the Gobi Desert and the Pyrenees shapes endurance strategies
  • His insights into survival stories from snowstorms and heatwaves
  • Reflections on the iconic Comrades Marathon and other major races
  • The mindset of age-defying runners - he's still running 80+ km weekly at 73

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