In this episode of The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Dominique Scott, a two-time Olympian, five-time NCAA champion, and one of South Africa’s fastest-ever distance runners.

From her early running days in South Africa to competing on the world stage, Dominique shares insights into her journey through collegiate dominance, professional racing, and Olympic competition.

We unpack:

🏃‍♀️ Growing up in South Africa and finding her passion for distance running

🎓 Taking a risk and moving to Arkansas to follow her dreams

✨ What it took to become a five-time NCAA champion and Olympian

💬 Why training with people better than you changes everything

🧠 Staying mentally tough in the highs and lows of elite sport

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In this episode of The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Dame Flora Duffy. Flora is an Olympic gold medallist, 5x Olympian, and the most decorated athlete in Bermuda’s history.

From her childhood on a 21-square-mile island to making history in Tokyo, Flora reflects on a career defined by relentless resilience, off-road domination, and representing her country.

We unpack:

🏊‍♀️ How discovering triathlon at 7 in Bermuda changed her life

🏆 Winning WTS, XTERRA & Cross Triathlon World Titles in the same year

🥇 The story behind Bermuda’s first Olympic gold, and the day her country gave her back a national holiday

🩼 Injuries, missed seasons, and the mental strength of every comeback

🎯 Her emotional farewell at Paris 2024, and what fuels her next chapter in long-course racing

This conversation is full of energy, humility, and insight from one of the toughest, most grounded champions in triathlon.

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What does it take to run 50 marathons in 50 states all in one year and then follow it with 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days?

On this episode of The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Wyatt Moss, whose pursuit to “live the greatest day ever, every day” took him across the globe.

From missing flights and running out of money, to pushing his grandma across the finish line in a wheelchair, Wyatt’s story is one of grit, hustle and unstoppable passion.

We unpack:

🏃 50 Marathons in 50 States: How Wyatt ran one marathon every week of 2024

🧳 The Crazy Logistics: Missed flights, manual labour, and why South Dakota didn’t go to plan

🪵 How he financed the entire challenge through manual labour, making wooden tables

🐧 Antarctica in a Penguin Suit: Running 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days

❤️ Heartfelt Moments, including pushing his grandma the final half mile of a race

This is one of the wildest running stories we’ve ever heard and proof that if you’re willing to hustle hard enough, the world will make room for your dreams.

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