EP. 127 | How to Run Strong for Decades; Lessons from 1995 Comrades Winner Shaun Meiklejohn.
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What does it really take to stay strong in running for years — not just months?
In this episode, we sit down with Shaun Meiklejohn, former winner of the Comrades Marathon, to unpack the principles behind true longevity in the sport.
Shaun’s career is nothing short of extraordinary — with 33 Comrades finishes to his name, 32 of them at Silver medal standard or faster, and even at 64 years old, still knocking on the door of a sub-3-hour marathon. It’s a testament to what’s possible when consistency, smart training, and a love for the process come together over decades.
We dive into:
- How to train smarter as you get older
- Managing injuries without losing momentum
- The mental side of racing and preparation
- Breaking down Ultra Marathons into manageable segments
- What it takes to run the perfect Comrades
- Why consistency is the ultimate performance tool
This is a conversation about playing the long game — building a sustainable approach to running that allows you to keep improving, stay injury-free, and most importantly, keep enjoying the process.
Whether you’re training for your first ultra or chasing your next PB, this episode is packed with practical takeaways you can apply straight away.
We hope you enjoy the episode!