In this episode, we chat with Lincoln Quillam, engineer, explorer, adventurer and founder of the Kunanyi mountain run, about what make him so passionate about trail running. He shares how the Kokoda track in Papua New Guinea started him on his trail running journey.
We talk about the mental health benefits of trail running and how it can help us connect with nature and build a stronger community. Lincoln tells us about his weekly social runs, upcoming races he's participating in, and his experience with the Churchill Fellowship, which allowed him to travel and explore epic trail running destinations around the world.
We discuss the importance of maintaining trails and providing infrastructure that suits the demand for outdoor recreation. Lincoln compares two beautiful mountainous locations, Zermatt and Chamoni, for trail running and tells us what makes a great trail running destination, including epic landscapes, a strong local community, good services, and an anchor event that puts the place on the map.
Lastly, we dive into Lincoln's daily running routine, the psychological aspects of fitness, and the importance of finding motivation through commitments with others and new adventures. We also touch on his hobbies outside of trail running, like paragliding, and how he balances his family life with his passion for running.
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Lincoln’s Tips - Stability in trail running is about your technique (hips of heels and shoulders over toes when you’re going down hill), your shoes don’t do the running, learn from others and lift your knees.