Chasing Joy, One Mile Forward | Alec Cline

What if the secret to running further wasn’t grinding harder, but finding joy in the miles?In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we sit down with an ultrarunner who’s not just racking up finish lines, but redefining what it means to enjoy the process. From back-to-back 100 milers to running on feel, no training plan, and a pure love for movement, this conversation is about grit, freedom, and chasing joy with every step.We cover:How joy drives sustainable enduranceRunning 100 miles without burnoutFueling and recovery strategies that workUsing minimalist shoes to build real strengthCreating discipline through daily habitWhy consistency beats talent over timeThis isn’t about perfection. It’s about showing up,with curiosity, with love, with a relentless desire to see what you’re made of.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.—🔑 Keywords:ultrarunning, endurance mindset, 100 mile race, trail running podcast, running joyfully, minimalist running, daily running habits, ultramarathon nutrition, mental strength running, recovery strategies for runners, consistent training, joyful running#runningpodcast #ultramarathon #trailrunning #runnersofinstagram #mentalgrit #minimalistrunning #runningjoy #pushyourlimits #disciplineovermotivation #runnerslife