Surviving the World’s Toughest Ho...

Surviving the World’s Toughest Horse Race Across Mongolia with Kat Buccelli

The Salty Club di The Salty Club
29 set 2025
01:00:12

Note sull'episodio

In this episode of the Salty Club podcast, host Caitlin Creeper interviews Kat Buccelli, who shares her incredible journey of participating in the Mongol Derby, the longest and toughest horse race in the world. Kat discusses her motivations for entering the race, the extensive training and preparation she undertook, and the unique experiences she had while navigating the Mongolian landscape and connecting with horses. She reflects on the challenges she faced during the race, including physical and mental hurdles, and the profound impact the experience had on her life. Kat also reflects on what comes after an experience like this, how to carry its impact into everyday life, and what it means to search for purpose once the race is over.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Salty Souls Retreat and Kat's Journey

05:53 The Decision to Compete: Finding Purpose and Motivation

11:52 The Role of Horses: Connection and Energy

18:02 Weather Challenges and Endurance in the Race

32:38 Navigating Health and Recovery

39:43 Reflections on a Unique Birthday Experience

47:17 Finding Purpose After Adventure

Feature image: @kathy_gabriel_

Kat's stained glass page

Song: Green by Macy Todd licensed via Audiio.

Editing and Production: Mateus Gomes

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Parole chiave

training
endurance
Mongol Derby
adventure
horses
Mongolia
personal growth
self discovery
outdoor experiences