In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I’m joined by Coach Jasper—an elite runner, 2:19 marathoner, and coach who brings both passion and purpose to the running space. Jasper shares his story from the ground up, reflecting on how he got started in the sport and what fueled his transformation into one of today’s most driven marathoners.

We dive into:

His early inspiration to start running and how the journey evolved
What it took—mentally and physically—to hit a 2:19 marathon
Why he became a coach, and how his elite experience shapes how he trains others
The biggest challenges he sees runners face, and how he helps them break through
His approach to creating relatable, impactful content
…and why he said "yes" to joining the show!

Whether you're just getting started or chasing your next big PR, this episode is packed with relatable stories, mindset tips, and motivation to keep going—especially in the heat of summer.

Let this one fire you up. What heat?!

Follow Jasper McDowell:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running_with_jasper/?hl=en
Website: https://www.running-with-jasper.com/
World Athletics Profile: https://worldathletics.org/athletes/switzerland/jasper-mcdowell-14999106
Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/9663018

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EPISODE #151: Chasing Greatness: Coach Jasper McDowell on Running, Resilience & the 2:19 Mindset

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