This episode marks the official launch of the IRAQ100 — a bold humanitarian ultramarathon challenge from Mosul to Soran, Iraq. Join Tim Buxton and Mario Buchs as they share the heart, history, and vision behind this epic 100-mile, four-day endurance run. Whether you’re an ultrarunner, a coach, a supporter, or a student looking to move with purpose, this is your invitation to be part of a journey that truly matters.
The goal? Raise $100,000 to support displaced families through You Belong. Five spots remain for those ready to run the full Iraq100 on the ground — and for everyone else, there are powerful ways to be involved from home.
Key Topics & Takeaways
The Iraq100: What it is, where it’s going, and why it matters
Tim’s personal journey returning to Iraq
What it takes to run 100 miles across mountains and borders
The importance of team, coaching, and solidarity
How to join the movement: run, fund, follow, or share
Live streams, VR, and doco content will bring the run to life
This isn’t just a race — it’s a return, a remembrance, and a call to action
00:00 — Big Announcement: IRAQ100 is live
02:33 — What is the Iraq100? A 100-mile humanitarian return
04:54 — From Mosul to Soran: Route & symbolic meaning
07:17 — The emotional and logistical complexity of this journey
11:32 — The $20,000 goal to fund the run (so donations can go to impact)
13:25 — A call to ultra-runners: join the five-person crew
15:46 — Training, coaching, and preparation details
17:00 — Who should apply and what’s included
19:21 — “Not every ultra changes lives. This one will.”
Get In Touch
Mario Buchs
mario@healtheticacoaching.com
@healthetica_coaching on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Threads, and more
Tim Buxton
tim@timothybuxton.com
@timothykbuxton on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Threads, and more
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