Tough Girl Podcast

The Marathon des Sables is one of the ultimate multi-stage endurance races in the world. It consists of running six marathons in six days across the Sahara desert. It’s been around for over 30 years and according to the Discover Channel has the reputation of being “one of the hardest footraces on earth”. It’s brutal, it's challenging and according to pretty much everyone I speak to, a crazy race to do! During this podcast I will share my journey of the challenges I faced on getting to the start line and running the toughest footrace on earth! Shownotes Introduction from Saira The MDS and when the seed got planted  The start of the journey in September 2014 Preparation for the race - How I changed my fitness routine and diet Weight lifting and how it changed my body Starting to feel tired, lethargic, aching legs, no energy…..over training My low point - not having the energy to get out of bed My body failing me & being so disappointed in myself Dealing with candida and having to drastically change my diet