Can you run an ultramarathon in sandals like the legendary Rarámuri people?
In short: Eva zu Beck travels to Mexico's Copper Canyon to train with the Rarámuri, a community world-renowned for their extraordinary endurance. By adopting their traditional footwear and lifestyle, she attempts a 27-mile run to explore the physical and mental limits of human potential.
The Rarámuri, also known as the Tarahumara, possess a deep cultural connection to running, viewing it as more than just a physical feat. In this episode of the Superskilled series, Eva zu Beck immerses herself in their community to understand the specific techniques and mental fortitude that allow them to cover extreme distances.
By challenging herself to complete an ultramarathon distance in traditional sandals, zu Beck investigates whether modern humans can tap into these innate skills. The experience serves as a broader exploration of how building strength and cultivating endurance can help individuals discover their own personal limits.
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