How to Be Superhuman

The runner who blazed through 3,524 km in just 40 days: Tara Dower S3:E2

The runner who blazed through 3,524 km in just 40 days: Tara Dower S3:E2

How to Be Superhuman


Published: 20 February 2025 at 02:00 Europe/London

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Episode notes

Tara Dower’s record-breaking run on the Appalachian Trail pushed the limits of endurance and mental strength. Covering 3,524 km in just 40 days, 18 hours and 5 minutes, she battled extreme fatigue, brutal terrain, and her own mind – where even a "dirt nap" could mean the difference between failure and success.

In this episode, I talk to the ultra-runner and trailblazer, whose first attempt at the trail ended in a panic attack. She shares how overcoming anxiety, training with legends and leaning on her crew helped her break barriers – not just for a record, but for herself.

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