Double World Champion at 47: Zoe Doyle on Accident, Near-Death and the Road to World Class

Zoe Doyle is 47 years old, runs the 800m in 2:14, and is a double World Champion (WMA Gainesville) – but her path there is anything but ordinary.At 35, she was hit by a car during a 10K race. The doctor said: it was a miracle she survived. Instead of stopping, she joined Belgrave Harriers – and began a career that now includes British records.Then came an autoimmune hepatitis that nearly cost her life. Seven stress fractures. A COVID vaccine reaction. And yet: a British record in Pescara.In this episode, Zoe speaks openly about:- Why she only started running seriously at 35- What's behind her three mantras: "Faith over Fear", "Joy in the driving seat" and "Never give up"- How 7 stress fractures turned her into a life coach- The difference between being 17 and 47 – and why she feels stronger today than ever before- What makes Masters Athletics such a powerful longevity model- Insider tips for the WMA World Championships in DaeguZoe now works as a life coach helping athletes avoid burnout, protect their nervous system and recognise their own worth – well beyond athletic performance.An episode for everyone who wants to know: what holds us back from giving our best – and what doesn't?🎙️ MainAthlet – The Athletics PodcastSubscribe, share & leave a review.More at: https://www.mainathlet.de/podcast/international/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.