Ash Lewis, 37 from Jersey UK, has an incredibly inspiring
story to share about overcoming challenges.
At age 28 he had a staph infection that resulted in being
paralyzed from his waist down. This spinal injury resulted that he
was in a wheelchair and had to completely learn how to walk
again.
Fast forward 9 years and Ash just completed his 2nd marathon
in 3 hours and 7 minutes.
We discuss Ash’s running journey, his experiences with MAF low
heart rate training and great advice to those experiencing
challenges in training, racing and life.
Background Ash as an athlete, playing soccer (3:40)
At age 28, paralyzed from his waist
down (6:55)
Recovery journey to learn how to walk again (10:40)
Mindset Ash had during his recovery (14:20)
Floris shares his story when a doctor said in 2008 he would
never run another marathon again (15:57)
April 2020, Ash’s painful first 5k (16:45)
Michael Ovens guiding Ash to slow down his running intensity
(18:30)
How Ash used Maffetone’s 180 formula to calculate his MAF hr
training zone (19:50)
Overcoming frustrations and challenges walking and running
slow at MAF (21:00)
What made Ash stick to low heart rate training, although it
was challenging first (23:20)
Adding some speedwork and getting ready for race day
(24:20)
Important lesson for those starting with MAF training
(26:00)
Second marathon experience for Ash, finishing strong
(28:00)
Post race blues Ash experienced (33:35)
Running on purpose without a heart rate monitor (35:25)
Sub 3 goal at the London Marathon + ultras (38:00)
Strength and conditioning session to complement his running
(41:52)
From tattoo world to excitement for the running world
(44:30)
Learning to run with a baby stroller (46:00)
Any other thoughts for runners looking to improve your runner
(47:00)
Social platforms Ash is active on (48:45)
Ash asked Floris if you can keep improving + future running
goals (48:52)
About the Podcast
The Extramilest Podcast helps athletes reach their full potential in training, racing and life. Interviews with world class athletes, coaches and rukus makers about health, wellness and performance. Hosted by endurance athlete Floris Gierman.