085: Running Strong at Any Age: Jim Witcombe on Coaching, Mindset, and Growth

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The Tribe of Runners Podcast

Elizabeth Myers

90 episodes

3 days ago

A podcast on all things running. With the intention to bring together a variety of runners to share their stories to cultivate a Tribe of Runners! Taking it one step further to inspire and encourage as many runners possible!

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085: Running Strong at Any Age: Jim Witcombe on Coaching, Mindset, and Growth

The Tribe of Runners Podcast

1 hour 17 minutes 43 seconds

1 month ago

085: Running Strong at Any Age: Jim Witcombe on Coaching, Mindset, and Growth

In this episode of the Tribe of Runners podcast, host Liz Myers sits down with Jim Witcombe, an inspiring ultra runner who proves that age is no barrier to progress, passion, or performance. Jim shares his journey through the world of ultra running. From the challenges of training and racing to the profound impact of getting a coaching and what a community has done for his growth as an athlete.

Jim shares the power of a strong coach-athlete relationship, the importance of individualized training plans, and how cross-training and other passions can make you a better, more balanced runner. He opens up about his experience racing in Sedona, offering insight into nutrition, mental resilience, and emotional endurance.

This conversation is filled with lessons and encouragement for runners of all levels, ages and the amount of a smart ass you may be!

Whether you’re chasing a new PR, learning to train smarter, or simply finding joy in the miles this episode is just what you need!

Key Takeaways:

-Coaching relationships can transform performance.
-Age is never a limit to progress or achievement.
-Individualized training and cross-training build lasting success.-Nutrition and hydration are essential to endurance.
-Mental resilience and reflection drive long-term growth.
-Community support turns every race into something greater.

If you’re an athlete looking to grow, stay motivated, and embrace the lifelong journey of running, this episode will remind you what’s possible when passion meets purpose.

Thank you so much Jim for sharing your story and being such a kick ass old man :)

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