Ep 14 - Alice Kershaw - The WHY behind my Ultra Running adventures

In this episode, Olly speaks with Alice, an ultra runner, about her journey into the world of endurance running, the importance of community, and the mental health challenges that come with it. They discuss training techniques, the role of nutrition, and the significance of support from friends and fellow runners. Alice shares her experiences with burnout and the importance of asking for help, as well as the differences in how men and women approach mental health. The conversation emphasises the value of resilience, gratitude, and the lessons learned from overcoming challenges in both running and life.Takeaways* Community is essential for support and motivation.* Training for ultra running requires a shift in mindset.* Nutrition plays a crucial role in endurance performance.* It's important to ask for help when struggling with mental health.* Burnout can be a significant challenge, but recovery is possible.* Men's mental health often goes unaddressed; open conversations are vital.* Nature can provide a healing space for mental well-being.* Resilience is built through facing and overcoming challenges.* It's okay to take a break and reflect on your journey.* Inspiration can come from both personal experiences and the stories of others.Keywordsresilience, ultra running, mental health, community, training, nutrition, support, endurance, inspiration, burnoutJoin my FREE Shapes of Resilience Facebook community + gain access to my FREE 4-day course:https://tinyurl.com/shapesofresiliencecommunitySupport My Bristol to Bath 26-Mile Trail Marathon for Rock2Recovery, supporting veterans, military and first responders with mental health recovery. Donate here: ⁠https://sportsgiving.co.uk/sponsor/activity/bristol-to-bath-trail-marathon/olly-hall-green ⁠Connect with me via:Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/shapesofresilienceinstagramLinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/shapesofresiliencelinkedin YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/ShapesofresilienceyoutubeEnjoying the show?Please follow, subscribe, rate, and leave a review — it helps others find the podcast and join the community.All Ships Rise in a High Tide