Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!In this inspiring episode, Bob Becker, an 80-year-old ultra-marathon runner, shares his incredible journey from casual runner to six-time finisher of the grueling Badwater 135, a race through Death Valley.Bob recounts his surprising entry into ultra running, highlighted by completing the Marathon des Sables in the Sahara Desert to celebrate his 60th birthday.He provides key insights into the challenges and camaraderie of ultra marathons, the crucial role of support crews, and the importance of mental toughness and proper training.As a race director for the Keys 100 and Daytona 100 races, Bob offers practical advice for aspiring ultra runners and discusses his personal motivations and recovery strategies.Bob's stories illustrate not just the physical endurance required for ultra running, but the emotional and psychological resilience that defines his remarkable career.Bob Becker - https://www.facebook.com/bob.becker.503Races MentionedBadwater 135Grandma's MarathonBoston MarathonDes Sables UltramarathonRoute 66 UltramarathonKeys 100Daytona 100Boston MarathonRocky Racoon Trail RaceGladesrunner UltramarathonShout OutsKimmie BlaichJaredNatu NatrazJack DeNessLisa Smith BatchenMarshall UlrichJessica JonesRay ZahabSupport the showFor more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherSteve TaylorMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkAnna SzymanskiDave McDonaldKarla McInnisJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseCristy EvansSharonda ShulaNell GustavsonMeredith NationsAllyson SwannChris StrayhornKaren SaldivarStefan ClaytonRachael McRaeScott Thornhill

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