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Relaxed Running

The Relaxed Running podcast is a behind the scenes conversation with the best athletes, coaches and professionals in the world of distance running. From training, hydration and nutrition to racing and recovering, we learn from the best in the world. Relaxed conversations which are packed with actionable takeaways to help you take your running performance up a notch. Save yourself years of guess work and learn from the people who are doing it at the highest level.

#191 - Running Across The Simpson Desert with Blake Bourne

#191 - Running Across The Simpson Desert with Blake Bourne

Blake Bourne is a 24 yr old from country Victoria, Australia who is attempting to break the world record attempt to become the fastest person to cross the Simpson Desert on foot. Running 380km from one side to the other, in less than 3 days and 8 hours. The equivalent of 9 marathons. Blake’s aim is to raise $38,000 for Black Dog Institute - representing $100 for every km ran. And to encourage Australians to get out there and take control of their own mental health. 

Blake's Website: https://www.blakesbigredrun.com

Falls Creek Run Camp: https://www.relaxedrunning.com/falls-creek

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Tyson Popplestone