047: Inside the Mind of the 450-Mile Backyard Ultra Record Holder Harvey Lewis

047: Inside the Mind of the 450-Mile Backyard Ultra Record Holder Harvey Lewis

Today's episode is with Harvey Lewis, a high school teacher who set a world record at Big's Backyard Ultra this year, running 450 miles over five days. He shares his story of becoming an ultrarunner, his daily routine of running to work, his near-death experience, and his mindset when preparing for a race. Harvey gives us an inside look at his experience running the Barkley Marathons, one of the toughest ultramarathons in the world, which only 17 people have completed. Hearing about his dedication, perseverance, and passion for running inspires and engages runners and non-runners alike. Enjoy! Save 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow for more: IG: https://www.instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Keep up with Harvey here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/harveylewisultrarunner/ Topics: 0:00 Intro 2:00 Welcome 6:56 Harvey’s marathon journey 12:17 Navigating hardship 17:13 Near death experience 21:58 The power of movement 28:01 Abundance mindset 33:09 Does accessibility limit experience? 44:29 Running to work everyday 54:16 Training for big runs 58:31 Barkley Marathons 1:17:33 Preparing for the Barkley Marathons 1:21:22 Last Man Standing races 1:29:30 70% mental 30% physical 1:32:01 Where your mind goes when it gets hard 1:45:37 The potential of backyard ultras 1:50:15 How people impact you for success

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