DiscoverMarathon Running Podcast287. Dean Karnazes: The Ultramarathon Man on Career Pivots, Endurance Hacks, and the Future of Running
287. Dean Karnazes: The Ultramarathon Man on Career Pivots, Endurance Hacks, and the Future of Running

287. Dean Karnazes: The Ultramarathon Man on Career Pivots, Endurance Hacks, and the Future of Running

Update: 2025-11-17
Share

Description

The Ultramarathon Man Dean Karnazes joins us to go beyond the mileage and discuss the definitive guide to pushing limits—in running and in life. Dean, the man who famously ran 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 days and ate a whole pizza mid-run, reveals how he turned a shocking 30th birthday pivot into a globally recognized business brand.

Discover the entrepreneurial strategy behind monetizing extreme endurance, the logistical secrets to managing his massive 50/50/50 project, and the single "mental nugget" he uses to overcome any wall. This is a must-listen for runners, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking for the motivation to reset their career and find their ultimate focus.



  • The Ultimate Pivot: Why Dean quit his corporate job on his 30th birthday and ran 30 miles in silk boxer shorts.

  • Business Hacking: The most effective strategy Dean used to land sponsors and successfully monetize an extreme sport.

  • Logistical Genius: The hidden operational secrets he learned while managing the 50/50/50 challenge.

  • Mental Fortitude: How to build the mental toughness needed to push past perceived limits and the five walls before breakfast.

  • Running for Longevity: His unconventional advice on cross-training, injury prevention, and building muscle as an endurance athlete.

  • The Future: His new venture, Greek Running Tours, and his forecast for the future of the running industry.

🔥 Key Discussion Points


Dean Karnazes, Ultramarathon Man, Ultra-Runner, Ultra Marathon, Running Podcast, Endurance, Endurance Training, Corporate Pivot, Career Change, 50 Marathons in 50 Days, Business Strategy, Running Motivation, Cross-Training, Injury Prevention, Badwater, Western States.


If you enjoyed this type of information, please consider subscribing to our channel for more race recaps,  running news, running shoe reviews, and more! 

JOIN US IN KENYA

WWW.RUNCAMPKENYA.COM


We are now on YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Lettyruns

·  Our website: www.marathonmedia.us 

Discount Codes for Runners: https://www.runswag.com



Comments 
loading
00:00
00:00
1.0x

0.5x

0.8x

1.0x

1.25x

1.5x

2.0x

3.0x

Sleep Timer

Off

End of Episode

5 Minutes

10 Minutes

15 Minutes

30 Minutes

45 Minutes

60 Minutes

120 Minutes

287. Dean Karnazes: The Ultramarathon Man on Career Pivots, Endurance Hacks, and the Future of Running

287. Dean Karnazes: The Ultramarathon Man on Career Pivots, Endurance Hacks, and the Future of Running

MARATHON MEDIA LLC