Unstoppable Ultra Runner – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Hi, I’m Susan Donnelly. I’m an ultra running mindset coach and a veteran of over 150 100-mile ultramarathons. I’ve learned a ton from all these miles, but the most valuable lesson? Your body isn’t what holds you back…your mind is.

I created this podcast for ultra runners who are done letting fear, indecision, and that voice in their head talk them out of what they came to do. You’ve trained hard. You’ve shown up. But when things get messy—when the wheels start to wobble mid-race—do you know how to stay in it? Or do you start looking for the nearest excuse to back off?

This show is where we build the mental strength to keep going—even when everything in you wants to stop.

Each week, I’ll give you tools that actually work under pressure. Not motivational fluff. Not mindset clichés. Real strategies for staying locked in, backing yourself fully, and making the hard moments count.

Because if you want to run big distances, set real goals, and walk away proud—you need more than physical training. You need a brain that knows how to go to the hard places and come out stronger.

If you’re ready to stop playing small, stop overthinking your potential, and start running like you mean it—follow the podcast now, and let’s get to work.

A practical five-step framework to make ambition feel safe, so you can chase those big, bold goals without apology. Because ultra running isn't about certainty or perfection—it's about guts, resilience, and taking leaps of faith in yourself when the outcome isn't guaranteed.

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How ultrarunners can tap into their powerful "why" – not just as a concept, but as a feeling that can become stronger than the urge to quit. When you master this, you don't just finish races – you become the unstoppable ultra runner for whom giving up isn’t an option.

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The foundational missing piece in your ultra training and common patterns that stop ultra runners from making it to the finish line. You’ll walk away with a mindset tool you can use right away to start shifting your training and race-day results.

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Is your upcoming race filling you with that familiar knot of anxiety? Tune in this week to discover the simple, practical three-step process that will transform your relationship with pre-race anxiety and ultimately get you to the finish line. This isn't about eliminating anxiety (that's impossible) or forcing positivity (that's exhausting). It's about learning how to acknowledge your anxiety, so you can return to calm and refocus on what matters most.

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Find out why your big goals aren’t supposed to feel easy. Whether you're training for your first ultra, or setting yourself a target that stretches you, what I share today will help you see setbacks in a new light, while helping you build the mindset that gets you to the finish line every time.

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You’ll learn how to spot the signs that you're mentally checking out, why your “why” might not be helping, and what to do instead. I’ll share how to turn a distant goal into something emotionally powerful and actionable—so you’re not relying on willpower alone. If you’re ready to fight for your race when it gets hard, this is where you start.

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You’ve probably heard that ultra running is 90% mental, yet most of us were never taught how to properly train our brains. We try random mental tricks or repeat mantras that crumble when the race gets difficult. The truth is, mental training isn't about motivational quotes or occasional pep talks—it's a systematic approach that requires consistent practice, just like building physical endurance and strength.

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You want to build a cushion on cutoff… what’s your strategy? Most runners sprint off the line, trying to build a buffer early, but end up trashed in an aid station. What if you had the mindset tools to let the pack get ahead, then slowly start passing people, one after another?  Tune in this week for a new strategy for building a cushion on cutoff. This patient approach transforms the race from a survival battle into a controlled, strategic effort where you finish strong instead of just hanging on.

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A disappointing race result can leave us confused, gutted, and questioning everything about our training and abilities. Today, I'm sharing how to transform that disappointing race experience into valuable data that will make you stronger. I'll walk through the three essential steps for mental recovery after a challenging race and, through a real client example, I'll demonstrate how this process can turn a devastating DNF into the foundation for eventual 100-mile success.

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