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The Masterplan Podcast

The Masterplan Podcast

Written by: David Hill
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 From out of shape in 2017 to ultramarathons up to 100 miles — this is the journey to the Sahara. The Masterplan – A Journey to MDS follows David Hill as he prepares for the legendary Marathon des Sables, the world’s toughest footrace: 250km across the Sahara Desert over six brutal days. This isn’t just a running podcast. It’s a story about identity, resilience, and rewriting the limits you once believed were fixed. Across the series you’ll find: • Honest reflections on endurance training • Conversations with ultrarunners, mindset coaches, and everyday athletes • Lessons from marathons, ultras, and life beyond the start line • The mental and physical preparation for extreme challenges Whether you’re training for your first 10K, a marathon, an ultramarathon, or simply trying to become a stronger version of yourself — this podcast is about building your own masterplan. 🏜️ Marathon des Sables training journey 🏃‍♂️ Ultramarathon mindset & resilience 🎙️ Real conversations. Real struggle. Real growth. Subscribe and follow the journey — because every step is part of The Masterplan.Copyright 2026 David Hill Running & Jogging Self-Help Social Sciences Success
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  • The Masterplan Podcast Trailer

    The Masterplan Podcast Trailer
    Feb 25 2026

    Tomorrow, the journey begins.

    In 2017, I couldn’t run a mile.

    Now, I’m preparing to take on the Marathon des Sables — 250 kilometres across the Sahara Desert.


    The Masterplan – A Journey to MDS is the story of how that transformation happened… and what it really takes to build something extraordinary from an ordinary starting point.


    Episode 1 drops tomorrow: From Out of Shape to the Sahara.


    Subscribe now — and join me as we build The Masterplan, one step at a time.
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    5 mins
  • Episode 1 – From Out of Shape to the Sahara

    Episode 1 – From Out of Shape to the Sahara
    Feb 26 2026

    Episode 1 – From Out of Shape to the Sahara

    In this first episode of The Masterplan – A Journey to MDS, David Hill sits down with Chris Morley of Shure to unpack the full story behind the transformation.

    Back in 2017, David couldn’t run a mile. Out of shape, stuck, and searching for change, he took one small step that would quietly reshape everything. Since then, he’s completed 42 half marathons, 14 marathons, and ultramarathons up to 100 miles — and is now preparing to take on the Marathon des Sables, a 250km race across the Sahara Desert.

    In this episode, we cover:

    • What life looked like before running

    • The turning point that sparked change

    • How consistency became identity

    • Lessons from marathons and ultras

    • The mindset shift that made extreme challenges possible

    • And why the desert is next


    This isn’t just about running. It’s about transformation, discipline, and building something from nothing.


    If you’ve ever doubted what you’re capable of — this episode is for you.


    🏜️ Subscribe and follow the journey to MDS.

    Because every step is part of The Masterplan.
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    45 mins
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