“Everyone Told Us to Quit”: The Brutal Truth Behind Running Across Australia & the UK

They ran across Australia. Then the UK. Over 4,000 miles, 120+ marathons, and more than $350,000 raised for cancer research. Meet The Lambros - Stefan and Lachlan Lamble, the first brothers to run across Australia AND the UK. In this raw and inspiring episode, we unpack what drives two Melbourne brothers to attempt the world’s toughest endurance challenges. From conquering the Nullarbor Desert to being hospitalised with a rare blood infection, this is a brutally honest story of brotherhood, mental resilience, and showing up when it matters most. We discuss: 🏃‍♂️ 85 marathons across Australia & the mental toll it took 🇬🇧 How they completed 1,000 miles across the UK in 35 days 🧠 The mindset that got them through – not just the mileage 💥 Blood infections, fractured femurs, gastro – the reality behind the social media 🌎 Building the Lambros Army & raising $350K+ for cancer research 💡 Their advice for anyone going through tough times An inspirational episode about purpose, brotherhood, and redefining your limits in honour of loved ones fighting cancer. 🎧 Don’t forget to rate, follow and share The Runna Podcast. 🎁 Use code PODCAST25 for 2 weeks free on the Runna app → www.runna.com 📺 Watch the full episode → youtube.com/@therunnapodcast ⚠️ Disclaimer : While the distances, resilience, and mindset shared in this episode are truly impressive, we want to be clear that we do not encourage anyone to risk their health or push through serious injury in order to complete a run. The Lambros went to extreme lengths in pursuit of their challenge, but these actions are not necessarily safe or advisable. Please always listen to your body and prioritise your wellbeing above all else. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.