Special guest Sophie Garatti, a passionate runner and coach, joins this episode of The One Performance Podcast. The very first guest on the podcast, hosts Mario and Tim discuss Sophie's journey in running, the challenges of the Elephant Trail Ultra Race, and the importance of mindset and coaching in achieving personal goals. The conversation delves into race strategies, mental preparation, and the value of having a support system in both running and life. The episode concludes with reflections on the privilege of being able to run and the community that supports endurance athletes.Key Takeaways- Sophie emphasizes the importance of accountability in running.- Coaching is essential for personal growth in all aspects of life.- Mental strategies are crucial for endurance events.- Banking sleep before a race can be more effective than training for sleep deprivation.- Experiencing tough runs teaches valuable problem-solving skills.- Having a coach provides perspective and support during challenging times.- Mindset plays a significant role in overcoming race challenges.- The Elephant Trail Race is a unique and beautiful event.- Community support is vital for endurance athletes.- Running is a privilege that should be appreciated.Special Mentions- Elephant Trail Race (Port Macquarie) — family-run, looped ultra with multiple distances. Massive thanks to Matt & Kerry Williams, Liliana, and all Elephant volunteers for putting on a community-first ultra.- Guest Sophie Garatti — Photographer, mum of two, trail ultra runnerGet In TouchMario Buchsmario@healtheticacoaching.com⁠⁠@healthetica_coaching on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and moreTim Buxtontim@timothybuxton.com⁠⁠@timothykbuxton on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Threads, and moreDiscover More & ShareIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, or your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your reviews and shares—help others discover the power of aligning your purpose with your performance!Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠TOPP.Coach⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more!