When 61-year-old mother of five, Ann Ongena, crossed the Hardrock 100 finish line after 47 hours and 53 minutes, she wasn’t just finishing a race, she was redefining what endurance means.

In this conversation, we dive deep into her decade-long pursuit of Hardrock, the mental battles that come with pushing through exhaustion, and what keeps her chasing difficult things when most people would stop.

This isn’t about being the fastest, it’s about refusing to quit.
A story of grit, patience, and relentless willpower from a woman who proves that real endurance goes far beyond the finish line.

🎙️ Pushing Horizons: Step by Step: stories from runners, dreamers, and relentless minds redefining the limits of human endurance.

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