Hugo Fry - #012

2026-03-27

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Today’s podcast guest is runner and rice enthusiast Hugo Fry.From quitting his 9-5 to running a 1:03 half marathon, Hugo Fry breaks down how he went from beginner to elite-level runner in just a few years.In this episode, we dive into the mindset, training, and lifestyle behind his rapid rise in endurance sport. Hugo shares the reality of high mileage training, race day strategies, and what it actually takes to push your limits in marathons and ultras.We also talk about going all-in on running, dealing with setbacks, and why e...

Today’s podcast guest is runner and rice enthusiast Hugo Fry.

From quitting his 9-5 to running a 1:03 half marathon, Hugo Fry breaks down how he went from beginner to elite-level runner in just a few years.

In this episode, we dive into the mindset, training, and lifestyle behind his rapid rise in endurance sport. Hugo shares the reality of high mileage training, race day strategies, and what it actually takes to push your limits in marathons and ultras.

We also talk about going all-in on running, dealing with setbacks, and why enjoying the process is key to long-term success.

00:00 – Intro

01:05 – 1:03 Half Marathon

05:30 – From Boxing to Running

12:00 – Quitting His Job & Going Full-Time

17:30 – Kenya Training Camp

24:30 – Training Secrets

32:00 – Marathon Strategy, Pacing & Race Mistakes

40:00 – Recovery, Volume & Back-to-Back Racing

50:00 – Ultra Marathon Experience

01:05:00 – Mindset, Mental Toughness & Life Beyond Running

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