Durare
About Durare:
"Durare" is a Latin verb that means "to last" or "to endure." It implies the concept of permanence and resilience. Join us as we explore the stories behind iconic races, legendary endurance athletes, and incredible anecdotes that shaped the long history of endurance sports like running, cycling, and triathlon. Whether you're an endurance athlete, a history buff, or a combination of both, “Durare" will leave you inspired to embrace your own endurance challenges.
Meet Your Hosts:
Durare is hosted by Thys Wind and Jalen Wall. Thys (pronounced "TICE") is a lifelong endurance athlete. He's the creator of Swivel Bottle, former triathlon coach, and he was a race director for 10 years. Jalen is a digital marketer, entrepreneur, and avid runner. He's also the Director of Marketing at Swivel Bottle.
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Episodes
Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
We begin this episode by placing Sebastian Sawe's sub-2 hour marathon in a historical context. Then, we turn our attention to the incredible Diana Nyad, who at the age of 64 swam from Cuba to Key West. We’ll explore the extensive preparation required for this iconic endurance challenge and discuss how she overcame failures and setbacks along the way. Nyad's life story is deeply inspiring and reminds to live our lives to the fullest.
Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
The 122nd running of the Boston Marathon stands out as one of the most unforgettable and arguably most chaotic days in the race’s storied history. Terrible weather conditions tested runners to their core, and the dramatic way in which the professional races unfolded is a story worth revisiting.
Friday Apr 03, 2026
Friday Apr 03, 2026
The Marathon Des Sables, also known as the MDS Legendary, ranks among the most iconic endurance races on the planet. In this episode, we unpack what makes it both brutally demanding and irresistibly compelling. We also detail how athletes prepare for a challenge of this magnitude.
Monday Mar 23, 2026
Monday Mar 23, 2026
Chrissie Wellington exploded onto the scene when she won the 2007 Ironman World Championship. On that day in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, few could have predicted that this would be the first chapter of a remarkable career - one that would firmly place her among the legends of endurance sports.
Monday Mar 09, 2026
Monday Mar 09, 2026
He was possibly the greatest male distance runner of all time, yet few people know his name. Emil Zatopek left us with an incomparable legacy both as an athlete and as a human being.