Why It's Important To Do Hard Things - Peter's 50K Ultramarathon Report

Love, Saranghae with Peter & Andrea

Peter shares his experience running the Zermatt Matterhorn Ultraks 50K Ultramarathon. He reflects on the invaluable lessons learned, the challenges faced during training, and the beauty of the experience in the Swiss Alps. The conversation emphasizes the importance of perseverance, self-discovery, and the realization that success is not solely defined by crossing the finish line, but by the journey and growth along the way. Lastly, he shares what he would change in his training and preparation to tackle a mountain ultra-marathon.

Takeaways

• Peter's journey was about more than just finishing the race.
• Training for the Ultrax 50k involved significant physical and mental preparation.
• Facing unexpected challenges during training was a key part of the experience.
• The terrain in Zermatt was vastly different from what Peter was used to.
• Running in the mountains requires a different skill set than flat running.
• Peter learned to embrace the beauty of the environment during the race.
• The decision to stop was both disappointing and relieving for Peter.
• The experience taught Peter about the importance of enjoying the journey.
• Success is not just about the end goal, but the lessons learned along the way.
• Pushing beyond comfort zones can lead to personal growth.

Chapters

00:00 Peter's Journey Begins

02:56 Training for the Ultrax 50k

06:04 Facing Challenges During Training

10:01 The Race Experience

20:00 Lessons Learned from the Race

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