About this episode
https://ecopathendurance.com/ Helgi Olafson, a super yacht chef and ultra-runner, shares his experiences and challenges in completing 200-mile races while living with ankylosing spondylitis (AS). He has completed 14 200-mile races and has never DNF'd. Helgi's journey includes biking between races and overcoming physical and logistical challenges. He emphasizes the importance of mental preparation and never giving up, sharing personal stories of pushing through pain and fatigue. Helgi also discusses his career as a super yacht chef and how he manages his training schedule while working on yachts. In this conversation, Helgi Olafson discusses his creation of Ecopath Endurance, a community-based endurance event series. He explains the concept of Capture the Flags, a timed format that offers a team environment and gamified experience. Mental preparation and a never-give-up attitude are crucial in completing 200-mile races. Living with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) requires staying active and finding ways to manage pain and fatigue. Challenges and setbacks can be opportunities for growth and self-discovery. Balancing a demanding career, such as being a super yacht chef, with training for endurance events requires careful planning and flexibility. Ecopath Endurance offers a team environment and community-based adventures for runners. Capture the Flags is a timed format that combines individual and team efforts in a gamified experience. The Mighty Gallatin 280 is a challenging stage adventure in the Montana Rockies.