Des Linden
American marathoner and 2018 Boston Marathon champion who is an Olympian and transitioned into ultrarunning and stage races such as Marathon des Sables; co-host of a running podcast with Kara Goucher.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 1h 10min
Des Linden on Marathon des Sables, Boston, Ultras & the Future of Running
Des Linden, American marathoner and 2018 Boston champion turned ultrarunner, now tackling stage races like Marathon des Sables. She talks about why she chose MDS, how her training and nutrition adapt for desert and back-to-back racing, the shift from marathons to ultras, pacing strategies for big-city marathons, and views on doping, athlete careers, and content projects.
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Jun 20, 2025 • 57min
Interview with Des Linden
Des Linden, an Olympic runner and the 2018 Boston Marathon champion, shares her journey from overcoming doubt to embracing ultra and trail running. She discusses her transition to longer distances and the influence of high-tech super shoes on performance. Des also delves into her experiences racing the 50K world record, the importance of mental strategy in marathons, and the impact of terrain in trail running. Her insights on self-care and personal challenges add depth to her inspiring story.
Feb 13, 2026 • 58min
The Past, Present and Future of Des Linden
Des Linden, 2018 Boston Marathon champion turned writer and podcaster, now exploring trail and ultra-distance races. She talks about stepping away from elite marathon chasing, the lure and learning curve of trail and ultra events, how partnerships shaped her new path, and why creating content and live shows became a big part of her life.
