Victoria Taylor || Runners Only! Podcast with Dom Harvey
- Oct 25, 2022
- 48:52
- Full Episode
Runners Only! with Dom Harvey & Victoria Taylor
A very exciting day for Victoria Taylor. At 4am this morning (September 1, 2022) she will start her attempt to beat the official world record for running the length of NZ, a record that has stood since 1975.
To claim the record, she will have to run about three full marathons every day for 18 days. Just let that sink in for a second....around 126km per day for 18 days! It's a mindblowing thing to attempt.
What makes this attempt even more remarkable is she is the mum of a two-year-old so has done most of her training pushing him in a stroller.
She knows what she is in for though, ten years ago when she was 19 she ran the length of NZ in 34 days.
Follow her socials to follow her progress: FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100071705915836 IG: nzrun2022
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Brief Summary
Victoria Taylor aims to break the New Zealand running record while raising mental health awareness after her previous record ten years ago.
Key points
- A New Challenge Awaits. Victoria prepares to attempt the fastest run across New Zealand, a record that has stood since the 1970s.
- Victoria Taylor's Incredible Journey. At just 19, Victoria ran the length of New Zealand in 34 days, averaging over 50 kilometers daily. Now, she aims to break the overall record.
- A Tattoo with Purpose. The tattoo symbolizes support for children with cancer, inspired by a young girl’s legacy.
- Understanding Loss. The speaker reflects on the deep pain of losing someone to suicide.
- Running for a Cause. The upcoming run is not just a physical challenge but an emotional journey.
- Support Crew Dynamics. The importance of a strong support crew during the run is emphasized.
Episode highlights
- A New Challenge AwaitsVictoria prepares to attempt the fastest run across New Zealand, a record that has stood since the 1970s.“The chance of failure is huge, but that's what makes this commendable.”0:58Oct 25, 2022
- Victoria Taylor's Incredible JourneyAt just 19, Victoria ran the length of New Zealand in 34 days, averaging over 50 kilometers daily. Now, she aims to break the overall record.“It's going to be amazing!”1:13Oct 25, 2022
- A Tattoo with PurposeThe tattoo symbolizes support for children with cancer, inspired by a young girl’s legacy.“I wanted to get a tattoo that had a real purpose behind it.”21:09Oct 25, 2022
- Understanding LossThe speaker reflects on the deep pain of losing someone to suicide.“When someone takes their own life, their pain stops but it transfers to everyone around them.”23:22Oct 25, 2022
- Running for a CauseThe upcoming run is not just a physical challenge but an emotional journey.“This run itself is going to probably make me really aware that he's really gone.”25:39Oct 25, 2022
- Support Crew DynamicsThe importance of a strong support crew during the run is emphasized.“I appreciate having my friend that's a mum because that means I can focus on the run.”30:41Oct 25, 2022
- Daily Routine of PainThe daily routine involves early mornings and long runs, highlighting the physical toll.“Every day is going to pretty much look the same.”32:51Oct 25, 2022
- Challenging RecordsThe speaker discusses the challenge of breaking the women's running record, set recently.“If I don’t break the city builders record, it’s not the end of the world.”38:55Oct 25, 2022
