“As far as I’m concerned, in terms of ultrarunning, this stuff that spans thousands of miles really begins to test your mind. Karel Sabbe himself said, ‘I might not excel at UTMB but put me on a trail a thousand miles long, and it becomes a matter of mental strength.’ I mean, you’re in your own head from morning to night, day after day, for six weeks, and how you think determines everything. So, you need to be at the top of your game.”
Kristian Morgan recently appeared on the Singletrack Podcast to discuss his record-setting southbound run of the Appalachian Trail, which marks the fastest time in that particular direction and the third-fastest overall time.
In this conversation, we get into the physical, mental, logistical, and financial requirements of setting a speed record on such a demanding long-distance trail.
It's a must-listen for anyone fascinated by endurance challenges, whether you’re a fan or an athlete considering a similar feat. Kristian offers a blend of expertise, enthusiasm, and insight into his extraordinary achievement.
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