IRAQ100 — Not Every Ultra Changes Lives. This One Will.

This episode marks the official launch of the IRAQ100 — a bold humanitarian ultramarathon challenge from Mosul to Soran, Iraq. Join Tim Buxton and Mario Buchs as they share the heart, history, and vision behind this epic 100-mile, four-day endurance run. Whether you’re an ultrarunner, a coach, a supporter, or a student looking to move with purpose, this is your invitation to be part of a journey that truly matters.The goal? Raise $100,000 to support displaced families through You Belong. Five spots remain for those ready to run the full Iraq100 on the ground — and for everyone else, there are powerful ways to be involved from home.Key Topics & TakeawaysThe Iraq100: What it is, where it’s going, and why it mattersTim’s personal journey returning to IraqWhat it takes to run 100 miles across mountains and bordersThe importance of team, coaching, and solidarityHow to join the movement: run, fund, follow, or shareLive streams, VR, and doco content will bring the run to lifeThis isn’t just a race — it’s a return, a remembrance, and a call to action00:00 — Big Announcement: IRAQ100 is live02:33 — What is the Iraq100? A 100-mile humanitarian return04:54 — From Mosul to Soran: Route & symbolic meaning07:17 — The emotional and logistical complexity of this journey11:32 — The $20,000 goal to fund the run (so donations can go to impact)13:25 — A call to ultra-runners: join the five-person crew15:46 — Training, coaching, and preparation details17:00 — Who should apply and what’s included19:21 — “Not every ultra changes lives. This one will.”Get In TouchMario [email protected]⁠⁠@healthetica_coaching on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Threads, and moreTim [email protected]⁠⁠@timothykbuxton on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Threads, and moreDiscover More & ShareIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, or your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your reviews and shares—help others discover the power of aligning your purpose with your performance!Visit ⁠⁠TOPP.Coach⁠⁠ for more!