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At 63, Mark Vega has built an incredible running journey shaped by racing, volunteering, pacing, community, and learning to embrace every outcome along the way.
In this episode, Mark shares a refreshing perspective on growth in ultrarunning, including why a DNF doesn't have to define you and how stepping outside your comfort zone can make you a stronger athlete.
From learning through setbacks to finding purpose beyond the finish line, this conversation is a reminder that there's so much more to this sport than running.
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"How to Keep Hitting PRs No Matter Your Age with Mark Vega" is an episode of Everyday Ultra. Runtime 1 hr 15 min. Published November 7, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.