
Sunday Aug 03, 2025
What It Takes to Run 119 Hours Without Stopping With Phil Gore
In this episode of the PerformWell Podcast, we sit down with Phil Gore, firefighter, ultra runner, and the man who set the Backyard Ultra world record by running 798 kilometres over 119 hours.
Phil shares the mental and physical strategies that allowed him to push beyond human limits in a race with no finish line.
We also dive into his life as a firefighter, how the job shaped his resilience, and why experience, not just fitness, was key to breaking the record.
Whether you’re into endurance sports or just love stories of grit and perseverance, this episode will leave you inspired to test your own limits. If you enjoy this episode, like, comment, and subscribe
Follow Phil Gore:
Instagram: @phil.gore.ultrarunner
Follow the PerformWell Podcast Team:
Nick Finch: @getfitbynick
Dan King: @coach.dan.king
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