Training Hard, Staying Humble: Chandigarh Runner Rakesh Kashyap's Spartathlon Triumph | EP 64

If you have any guest suggestions for our podcast, mail us at:- [email protected] Follow Find Your Ultra's Social Media Handles: YouTube:    / @findyourultra   Instagram:   / find_your_ultra   Facebook:   / findyourultra   WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vakf... For any other queries EMAIL: [email protected] Follow Rakesh Kashyap's Social Media Handles:- Instagram:   / rakesh.kashyap.rock   Facebook:   / rakeshkashyap11   🎧 Listen To #FindYourUltra On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/40ml3QF... 🎧 Listen To #FindYourUltra On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast... 🎧 Listen To #FindYourUltra On Audible: https://www.audible.in/podcast/Find-Y... Meet the humble hero who defied age and conquered one of the world’s most grueling ultramarathons—Spartathlon—after starting his running journey at 47. In this episode, we explore how this runner from Chandigarh turned his passion into a pursuit of excellence, proving that it’s never too late to achieve greatness. Listen as he shares his rigorous training routines, the mental and physical challenges he faced, and the mindset that kept him grounded through it all. Despite his extraordinary accomplishments, he remains a model of humility and dedication. Join us for a deep dive into the story of a man who didn’t just run; he redefined what’s possible, no matter when you start. Whether you’re a runner or someone looking for inspiration, this episode is a testament to the power of perseverance and humility. We hope you will enjoy this episode and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Video Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction: Find Your Ultra with Rakesh Kashyap 03:59 - Childhood Journey and How Rakesh Kashyap Started Running 09:07 - The Reason Behind His First Run and Motivation to Begin 12:23 - Discovering Ultra Running and His Early Ultra Journey 14:48 - Backyard Race Journey: Mindset, Challenges, and Lessons from Quitting 20:25 - When a Strong Runner Decides to Quit: Is It Easy or Hard? 21:14 - Rakesh Kashyap’s Spartathlon Experience and Love for Trails 26:32 - Training, Challenges, and Family Reactions to His Running Journey 33:15 - Pre-Running Life, Early Ambitions, and Family’s Role in His Growth 37:42 - Mental Strength: How Rakesh Kashyap Trains Himself to Never Quit 38:46 - Nutrition Strategy, Race Planning, and Lessons from Mistakes #FindYourUltra #FYU #UltraVipin #podcast #SelfHelp #FindYourUltra #RakeshKashyap #Spartathlon #Ultramarathon #RunningInspiration #ChandigarhRunner #NeverTooLate #Perseverance #RunningJourney #UltraRunning #FitnessMotivation #MentalStrength #HumbleHero #RunningCommunity __ INSTAGRAM: @ultravipin   / ultravipin   FACEBOOK : @ultravipin   / ultravipin   X : @ultravipin https://x.com/ultravipin ---------------------------------------------- About : Find Your Ultra is a channel where we talk about deep health and personal growth. Hosted by Vipin Sharma, an ultra-marathon runner, and a certified nutritionist. He chats with experts to reveal their secrets that can help you execute your dreams. Join us as we embark on this journey of learning from inspiring individuals. Thanks for dropping by. Vipin used to be a regular MBA with a regular day job and a host of unhealthy habits leading to weight issues. He started running and studied nutrition to lose weight, and along the journey, He ended up running a bunch of ultra marathons. Learning, however, is a lifelong pursuit. Join us in this journey to transcend my flawed self, and you may also just 'Find Your Ultra'.