Des Linden on Marathon des Sables, Boston, Ultras & the Future of Running

Marathon Handbook Podcast · Mar 26, 2026 · 1h 9m

In this episode, we’re joined by Des Linden — Boston Marathon champion, Olympian, and one of the most respected voices in distance running.

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At this stage of her career, Des is stepping away from elite road racing and embracing something completely different: ultrarunning.

She’s preparing for the Marathon des Sables, a…