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Beyond Potential: Alan Hewitt and the Summer Spine Race
Manage episode 493864442 series 2650447
In this special bonus episode of the Pyllon Ultra Pod, Paul speaks with Pyllon athlete Alan Hewitt, fresh from completing the gruelling Summer Spine Race — a 268-mile journey up the Pennine Way. But this isn’t just a race recap.
Together, they explore what it means to commit fully, to endure the dark miles, and to discover a version of yourself you didn’t know existed. Alan opens up about foot pain, hallucinations, and emotional highs, but also the magic of watching the sunrise on Hadrian’s Wall — and what it truly means to go beyond potential.
Whether you're deep in your own training or just curious what happens inside a challenge this big, this episode is about more than racing — it’s about becoming.
Topics covered:
Why the Summer Spine drew Alan in
Training with purpose — and a pack
Managing pain, panic, and perseverance
The joy of sunrise on Hadrian’s Wall
What personal growth really looks like
Reflections on identity, commitment, and future goals
Mentioned:
The Pennine Way
West Highland Way Race
- Cocodona 250 (future goal?)
Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Follow Pyllon:
🔗 @pyllon | @pyllonultra
🎥 YouTube.com/pyllon
🌐 pyllonultra.com
81 episodes
Manage episode 493864442 series 2650447
In this special bonus episode of the Pyllon Ultra Pod, Paul speaks with Pyllon athlete Alan Hewitt, fresh from completing the gruelling Summer Spine Race — a 268-mile journey up the Pennine Way. But this isn’t just a race recap.
Together, they explore what it means to commit fully, to endure the dark miles, and to discover a version of yourself you didn’t know existed. Alan opens up about foot pain, hallucinations, and emotional highs, but also the magic of watching the sunrise on Hadrian’s Wall — and what it truly means to go beyond potential.
Whether you're deep in your own training or just curious what happens inside a challenge this big, this episode is about more than racing — it’s about becoming.
Topics covered:
Why the Summer Spine drew Alan in
Training with purpose — and a pack
Managing pain, panic, and perseverance
The joy of sunrise on Hadrian’s Wall
What personal growth really looks like
Reflections on identity, commitment, and future goals
Mentioned:
The Pennine Way
West Highland Way Race
- Cocodona 250 (future goal?)
Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Follow Pyllon:
🔗 @pyllon | @pyllonultra
🎥 YouTube.com/pyllon
🌐 pyllonultra.com
81 episodes
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