#680 - Ultramarathoner Mark Dowdle
Summary
Theo Von interviews ultra-endurance athlete Mark Dowall, who recently won the Last Soul Ultra by running 395 miles in under 94 hours. They discuss the mental challenges of backyard ultras, where runners complete loops hourly until one remains, and how Dowall manages pain and self-doubt through faith and community support. The conversation explores themes of integrity, the importance of vulnerability, and finding strength in relationships during extreme physical trials.
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