EP. 127 | How to Run Strong for Decades; Lessons from 1995 Comrades Winner Shaun Meiklejohn.

<p>What does it really take to stay <strong>strong in running for years</strong> — not just months?</p><p>In this episode, we sit down with Shaun Meiklejohn, former winner of the Comrades Marathon, to unpack the principles behind true longevity in the sport.</p><p>Shaun’s career is nothing short of extraordinary — with <strong>33 Comrades finishes to his name, 32 of them at Silver medal standard or faster</strong>, and even at <strong>64 years old, still knocking on the door of a sub-3-hour marathon</strong>. It’s a testament to what’s possible when consistency, smart training, and a love for the process come together over decades.</p><p>We dive into:</p><ul><li>How to train smarter as you get older</li><li>Managing injuries without losing momentum</li><li>The mental side of racing and preparation</li><li>Breaking down Ultra Marathons into manageable segments</li><li>What it takes to run the perfect Comrades</li><li>Why consistency is the ultimate performance tool</li></ul><p>This is a conversation about playing the long game — building a sustainable approach to running that allows you to keep improving, stay injury-free, and most importantly, keep enjoying the process.</p><p>Whether you’re training for your first ultra or chasing your next PB, this episode is packed with practical takeaways you can apply straight away.</p><p>We hope you enjoy the episode!</p>