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Happy Endings Trail Productions
The Eckerts’ Ultra Story: Grit, Support, and a Backyard World Record
1 hour 22 minutes Posted Nov 6, 2024 at 6:00 am.
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In this powerful and inspiring episode, Andrew, Stephanie, and Dylan sit down with Meg Eckert, an ultrarunner who recently achieved a stunning feat at Big’s Backyard Ultra by completing 87 laps, setting a new women’s world record with a total of 362.5 miles. Known for its grueling format, the backyard ultra challenges runners to complete a 4.167-mile loop every hour until only one remains. It’s an event that tests not only physical endurance but mental fortitude in ways few can imagine.Meg sh...