Zoe Doyle is 47 years old, runs the 800m in 2:14, and is a double World Champion (WMA Gainesville) – but her path there is anything but ordinary.
At 35, she was hit by a car during a 10K race. The doctor said: it was a miracle she survived. Instead of stopping, she joined Belgrave Harriers – and began a career that now includes British records.
Then came an autoimmune hepatitis that nearly cost her life. Seven stress fractures. A COVID vaccine reaction. And yet: a British record in Pescara.
In this episode, Zoe speaks openly about:
- Why she only started running seriously at 35
- What's behind her three mantras: \"Faith over Fear\", \"Joy in the driving seat\" and \"Never give up\"
- How 7 stress fractures turned her into a life coach
- The difference between being 17 and 47 – and why she feels stronger today than ever before
- What makes Masters Athletics such a powerful longevity model
- Insider tips for the WMA World Championships in Daegu
Zoe now works as a life coach helping athletes avoid burnout, protect their nervous system and recognise their own worth – well beyond athletic performance.
An episode for everyone who wants to know: what holds us back from giving our best – and what doesn't?
🎙️ MainAthlet – The Athletics Podcast
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