Unpack the emotional and physical rollercoaster of Mario's recent UMTB Blue Mountains ultra run. In this soulful episode, Mario and Tim dive into the highs, the unexpected lows, and the revelations that only come when you push past your perceived limits. It’s about more than just running—it’s about learning from the landscape, the people, and the challenges that shape us.

Episode Takeaways

• Mountains mirror our inner journey—you go up, you go down, but you keep moving.

• The value of community in sport: crew, family, strangers.

• When the body breaks down, the mind and heart can still carry you.

• Races are rarely about speed; they’re about story.

• Ultra running is a meditation in motion.

• The finish line is never just a place—it’s a transformation.

• Pain has a voice, and it often speaks wisdom.

• Rest and recovery are not luxuries—they’re essential.

• Support others while climbing your own mountain

  
  

Keywords: ultramarathon, UMTB, Blue Mountains, ultra running, mental toughness, physical limits, community, running crew, recovery, mountains, mindfulness, emotional journey

Chapters

UMTB Recap: What Really Happened

The Role of Crew and Community

When the Wheels Fall Off

Pushing Through the Unexpected

Lessons From the Trails

Recovery: The Unspoken Finish Line

Final Reflections and What’s Next

Get In Touch

Mario Buchs

mario@healtheticacoaching.com⁠⁠

@healthetica_coaching on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Threads, and more

Tim Buxton

tim@timothybuxton.com⁠⁠

@timothykbuxton on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Threads, and more

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This episode marks the official launch of the IRAQ100 — a bold humanitarian ultramarathon challenge from Mosul to Soran, Iraq. Join Tim Buxton and Mario Buchs as they share the heart, history, and vision behind this epic 100-mile, four-day endurance run. Whether you’re an ultrarunner, a coach, a supporter, or a student looking to move with purpose, this is your invitation to be part of a journey that truly matters.

The goal? Raise $100,000 to support displaced families through You Belong. Five spots remain for those ready to run the full Iraq100 on the ground — and for everyone else, there are powerful ways to be involved from home.

Key Topics & Takeaways

• The Iraq100: What it is, where it’s going, and why it matters

• Tim’s personal journey returning to Iraq

• What it takes to run 100 miles across mountains and borders

• The importance of team, coaching, and solidarity

• How to join the movement: run, fund, follow, or share

• Live streams, VR, and doco content will bring the run to life

• This isn’t just a race — it’s a return, a remembrance, and a call to action

  
  

00:00 — Big Announcement: IRAQ100 is live

02:33 — What is the Iraq100? A 100-mile humanitarian return

04:54 — From Mosul to Soran: Route & symbolic meaning

07:17 — The emotional and logistical complexity of this journey

11:32 — The $20,000 goal to fund the run (so donations can go to impact)

13:25 — A call to ultra-runners: join the five-person crew

15:46 — Training, coaching, and preparation details

17:00 — Who should apply and what’s included

19:21 — “Not every ultra changes lives. This one will.”

Get In Touch

Mario Buchs

mario@healtheticacoaching.com⁠⁠

@healthetica_coaching on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Threads, and more

Tim Buxton

tim@timothybuxton.com⁠⁠

@timothykbuxton on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Threads, and more

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Discover the practical strategies for maintaining your fitness routine while traveling. From communicating your workout plans with family to adapting run schedules on the fly, they share tips for integrating exercise into any trip—business or vacation. Discover how inviting others into your fitness journey can boost motivation, why consistency often trumps intensity, and how even short workouts can add up to big wins in the long run.

Key Topics

• Plan Around Travel: Schedule workouts around flights and commitments.
• Communicate Goals: Ensure your family or travel companions understand your fitness objectives.
• Invite Others: Turning solo runs into social runs can keep you motivated.
• Embrace Flexibility: Adapt training plans when your routine is disrupted.
• Consistency Matters: Frequent shorter workouts often beat sporadic long ones.
• Anywhere, Anytime: Creativity finds space to exercise—even in airports!
• Mindset & Motivation: A proactive mindset helps navigate roadblocks.
• Accountability: Having a coach or supportive peers can keep you on track.
• Small Adjustments, Big Results: Minor changes to your schedule or routine can make a huge difference.
• Every Workout Counts: Even short runs or walks add up over time.

Chapters

00:00 — Introduction and Context of Travel Training

03:17 — The Importance of Communication in Training

06:12 — Inspiring Others Through Running

08:35 — Flexibility and Adaptability in Training

11:20 — Consistency Over Intensity

13:56 — Finding Opportunities to Train

16:42 — Wrapping Up and Key Takeaways

20:56 — New Chapter

Get In Touch

Mario Buchs

mario@healtheticacoaching.com⁠⁠

@healthetica_coaching on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Threads, and more

Tim Buxton

tim@timothybuxton.com⁠⁠

@timothykbuxton on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Threads, and more

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