The GOAT

HOLLY RANSON - Making Dreams A Reality The Fastest Australian at Western States

The GOAT

Show Notes

Today I sat down with Holly Ranson. A dietician turned Ultra Endurance Athlete and chasing a dream to do it full time. In her pursuit of excellence she has had some amazing accomplishments including Australian Records in the 24 Hour track scene and to now being the FASTEST female Australian finisher at the Western States Endurance Run. So today we go deeper into the life and mindset of what it takes for Holly to achieve her own definition of success.

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