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How to Build Confidence Through Hard Things, Stop Comparing Yourself, and Run for the Love of It with Natalya Platonova
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Natalia's journey into ultrarunning is anything but ordinary. After winning The Circle and serving in the British Army, she found herself taking on some of the world’s toughest stage races—including Marathon des Sables as her first ultra.
Today you'll learn how ultrarunning can teach us about resilience, self-trust, preparation, and learning to be comfortable with the unknown. From approaching a brutal race with limited running experience to stepping away from the pressure of social media and performance, Natalia offers a refreshing perspective on what it means to become a stronger ultra runner without losing the joy that brought you to the sport in the first place.
You’ll learn:
• How to prepare when you don't feel physically ready
• The race-planning details ultra runners shouldn't overlook
• How to build confidence through difficult experiences
• Why comparison can quietly change your relationship with running
• How to handle uncertainty when an ultra doesn't go to plan
• Why keeping running fun can make you a better athlete
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"How to Build Confidence Through Hard Things, Stop Comparing Yourself, and Run for the Love of It with Natalya Platonova" is an episode of Everyday Ultra. Runtime 1 hr 2 min. Published August 24, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
