Inside the mind of an ultra-champion | Gerda Steyn | The CEO Lens

Discover what truly drives Gerda Steyn, one of South Africa’s greatest ultra-marathon champions, in this powerful conversation about mental strength, purpose, and pushing beyond limits.Despite entering the world of running at 23 with no master plan, Gerda transformed a simple love for movement into a record-breaking career. From growing up on a farm to winning the Comrades Marathon and Two Oceans Marathon six times each, she reveals the mindset, discipline, and self-coaching strategies that helped her conquer some of the toughest races on the planet.In this episode, Gerda breaks down:✅ How passion evolves into purpose✅ Her unique mental preparation system✅ The power of visualisation in high-pressure moments✅ How she plans race day thoughts to stay focused✅ Why discipline beats motivation✅ The role of early diversification in shaping athletes✅ How being a quantity surveyor sharpened her analytical edge✅ What it takes to run your own race, in sport and in life. Whether you’re an athlete, a leader, an entrepreneur, or someone facing a long-distance challenge, physical or mental, Gerda’s story offers a masterclass in resilience and performance psychology.If you’re ready to learn how late beginnings can become lifelong legacies, this episode is for you.🎧 Hit play and discover how to unleash your own mental strength, stay disciplined, and push past your limits, long after the race is over.