EPISODE · May 21, 2026 · 1H 1M
E58: From Doubter to JFK50 Mile Finisher | Julie B. Hughes
from The RUNEGADE Podcast · host Mark and Todd
"It's easy to push our dreams down the road. And I'm urging people not to do that because you don't know how long you're here. You take one mile at a time, right? One aid station at a time." - Julie B. HughesThis episode is sponsored by Thrive Protein | Canadian made supplements, nutrition, and hydration to fuel all your adventures. Check them out: Thrive Protein and use the code RUNEGADE to save 20% off your order.In this episode, Julie B. Hughes shares her journey from running as a childhood joy to conquering an ultra marathon, all while weaving in powerful lessons on resilience, storytelling, and embracing the here and now. Julie conquered the mighty JFK50 Mile, America's oldest ultramarathon, by dedicating every mile to someone touched by cancer.She shared her heroic journey in her new book: Miles of Meaning: From Doubter to JFK50 Mile FinisherWhether you're a seasoned ultra runner or just contemplating a big leap, Julie’s insights remind us that one step, one mile, one story at a time is enough to create profound change.In this episode, we discuss:How running mirrors writing: slow, steady, truth-tellingHow friendship with fear builds resilienceThe transformational power of storytellingMerging mental training and physical prep for an ultraThe importance of gratitude and presenceHer training strategies: nutrition, pacing, mental hacksThe history and community spirit of the JFK 50 MilerPractical tips for balancing family, training, and lifeSignificance of coaches and the power of showing upConnect with Julie:Miles of Meaning - Julie's new bookJulie's WebsiteJulie on SubstackJulie on Instagram: @runtowritejulieSign up for the JFK50 Mile Here: Accept the ChallengeKeep showing up, keep running your story. It’s not about perfect miles or perfect sentences - it's about staying in the race, one step at a time.We thank Julie for becoming a RUNEGADE.In a world of runners, be a RUNEGADE.Save $$$ with RUNEGADE - friends of the podcast offering great savings to RUNEGADE listeners.Connect with Todd, Mark and Harvey:Email: [email protected]Todd on Instagram: @altramarathonmanMark on Instagram: @runclemarkHarvey on Instagram: @altra_harveyRUNEGADE on FacebookPath Projects | our favourite running gear and apparel. Look great and perform to your potential by gearing up with Path Projects. Elite running gear and apparel, by runners, for runners. Hats, T-shirts, base liners, hoodies, shorts, jackets ... everything performs. Use code TRP10 for 10% off (limited time)
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"It's easy to push our dreams down the road. And I'm urging people not to do that because you don't know how long you're here. You take one mile at a time, right? One aid station at a time." - Julie B. HughesThis episode is sponsored by Thrive Protein | Canadian made supplements, nutrition, and hydration to fuel all your adventures. Check them out: Thrive Protein and use the code RUNEGADE to save 20% off your order.In this episode, Julie B. Hughes shares her journey from running as a childhood joy to conquering an ultra marathon, all while weaving in powerful lessons on resilience, storytelling, and embracing the here and now. Julie conquered the mighty JFK50 Mile, America's oldest ultramarathon, by dedicating every mile to someone touched by cancer.She shared her heroic journey in her new book: Miles of Meaning: From Doubter to JFK50 Mile FinisherWhether you're a seasoned ultra runner or just contemplating a big leap, Julie’s insights remind us that one step, one mile, one story at a time is enough to create profound change.In this episode, we discuss:How running mirrors writing: slow, steady, truth-tellingHow friendship with fear builds resilienceThe transformational power of storytellingMerging mental training and physical prep for an ultraThe importance of gratitude and presenceHer training strategies: nutrition, pacing, mental hacksThe history and community spirit of the JFK 50 MilerPractical tips for balancing family, training, and lifeSignificance of coaches and the power of showing upConnect with Julie:Miles of Meaning - Julie's new bookJulie's WebsiteJulie on SubstackJulie on Instagram: @runtowritejulieSign up for the JFK50 Mile Here: Accept the ChallengeKeep showing up, keep running your story. It’s not about perfect miles or perfect sentences - it's about staying in the race, one step at a time.We thank Julie for becoming a RUNEGADE.In a world of runners, be a RUNEGADE.Save $$$ with RUNEGADE - friends of the podcast offering great savings to RUNEGADE listeners.Connect with Todd, Mark and Harvey:Email: [email protected]Todd on Instagram: @altramarathonmanMark on Instagram: @runclemarkHarvey on Instagram: @altra_harveyRUNEGADE on FacebookPath Projects | our favourite running gear and apparel. Look great and perform to your potential by gearing up with Path Projects. Elite running gear and apparel, by runners, for runners. Hats, T-shirts, base liners, hoodies, shorts, jackets ... everything performs. Use code TRP10 for 10% off (limited time)
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