February in Tokyo means we're still in the heart of winter, though the city has yet to see any snow. The temperatures are starting to rise ever so slightly, and early blossoms hint at the changing seasons. Running in Tokyo this month offers crisp, cool air—perfect for training without the summer heat.
I hope your January running plans went well and that you're settling into your training for the 2025 season. Whether you're gearing up for a big race or just enjoying the winter runs, keep pushing forward!
Thank you!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Trails in Motion screening in September! The event was hosted at Takao52 in Hachioji, a fantastic runner-friendly space.
We were thrilled to co-host the evening with Kiyo Fujishiro, editor of the Japanese edition of Trails in Motion, and Tomokazu Ihara, a seasoned ultrarunner who, as of this November, is on his 76th out of 100 100-milers in his incredible quest to run 100 miles 100 times.
Your support made this event a success, and we look forward to more memorable gatherings in the future!
Featured Episode
Bennie Roux on Running the Ultra Gobi: 400km of Endurance and Lessons Learned
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In this episode, Linda interviews Bennie, a seasoned
ultra-endurance runner with an impressive track record.
Having conquered grueling races like the 400km Ultra Gobi in China/Mongolia, The Munga, Skyrun, Mac Mac, and Moab
240, to name a few, Bennie is no stranger to pushing his
physical and mental limits.
This conversation focuses on his experience running the
**Ultra Gobi**, diving into the extreme challenges of the 400km
race, his training and nutrition strategies, and the gear that
carried him through. Bennie also shares insights on cultural
differences in endurance racing and the relentless mental
resilience required to take on some of the toughest ultras in
the world.