Gillian McGale – “The Summer Spine: Blisters, Bulls, and Holy Hugs”
Description
268 miles. 155 hours. A few wrong turns. One bull. And a whole lot of grit and resilience.
In this episode of Trails, Tales & Fails, we sit down with an inspiring ultra runner who took on the Summer Spine and came out the other side with blisters, stories, and a finish line moment to remember. From getting lost in the forest, to stubborn livestock, and the mental rollercoaster of non-stop movement — this conversation is raw, funny, and extremely inspiring.
We talk feet, planning, hallucinations, sleep strategy, and how belief — both from within and from others — can get you to the end of even the longest trail.
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