The Toughest Finish Line

The Toughest Finish Line Podcast shares the stories of everyday people who have worked through extreme challenges in their lives, but used their experiences to help them to cross some of the biggest sporting finish lines. From neurological difficulties, mental health challenges and medical needs to crossing the finish line, we share how these incredible people made it through. Prepare to be inspired.

The Toughest Finish Line is a health podcast hosted by Jen Done, with 35 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Jen Done hosts The Toughest Finish Line, a health show with 35 episodes published.

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  Cancer gave me gifts with James Logan

  Oct 1, 202648 min

  James Logan was told he had terminal cancer and may only have weeks left to live. Years later, he is still here , still fighting, still training, and preparing to stand on the start line of the IRONMAN World Championship . In this incredibly powerful episode of The Toughest Finish Line , James shares what it really means to live with a terminal diagnosis while refusing to stop making plans for the future. We talk about cancer treatment, training through the hardest periods, the impact on his family, and how sport has given him something to keep moving towards when so much has been outside his control. James’ story isn’t about pretending cancer isn’t there. It’s about choosing to keep living alongside it — setting goals, finding purpose and continuing to take the next step. And now, one of those steps could take him all the way to an IRONMAN World Championship finish line. A remarkable conversation about perspective, resilience and just how much can still be possible when life tells you otherwise. Sometimes the toughest finish line isn’t on the racecourse.

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  128 Marathons | Leodhais Macpherson’s Journey

  Sep 17, 202642 min

  After losing his brother, Leodhais Macpherson’s life took a completely different direction. Faced with unimaginable grief, he found himself on a journey that would eventually see him take on an extraordinary challenge: completing 128 back-to-back marathons. In this episode of The Toughest Finish Line, Leodhais shares the story behind the challenge, the reality of navigating grief while pushing his body to its limits, and how running gave him something to keep moving towards during one of the hardest periods of his life. But his journey isn’t finished. Leodhais is now preparing for another huge challenge: taking on all of the World Marathon Majors, using each finish line to raise awareness of grief and open up conversations about what it really looks like to live with loss and find a way forward. We talk about his brother, the highs and lows of those 128 marathons, what keeps him taking the next step, and why his next challenge means so much more than collecting medals. A powerful conversation about grief, resilience, purpose and discovering what can happen when you keep putting one foot in front of the other.

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  One Promise That Changed Everything with Nicky Allan

  Sep 3, 202655 min

  What if one promise could completely change the course of your life? After losing her mum, Nicky Allan made a promise at her funeral that she would stop putting life on hold. Instead of saying "no" or "maybe one day," she would start asking, "Why not?" Despite not coming from a sporty background, that mindset led her to take on one of the world's greatest endurance challenges, rowing across the Atlantic Ocean. In this episode of The Toughest Finish Line , Nicky shares how grief became the catalyst for a life filled with adventure, courage and purpose. We talk about making the most of every opportunity, overcoming self-doubt, embracing the unknown and why some of the greatest rewards come from stepping far outside your comfort zone. This conversation is a powerful reminder that life is too short to let fear make your decisions. Sometimes all it takes is one promise and one brave step to completely change your future. Whether you're chasing a sporting goal, navigating loss, or simply looking for the confidence to say "yes" to something you've always dreamed of, this episode will inspire you to stop asking, "Can I?" and start asking, "Why not?"

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  When Every Breath Is a Battle with Emma Cole

  Aug 20, 202652 min

  From a young age, sport was Emma Cole's passion. Whether it was running, competing or simply being active, movement was part of who she was. But everything changed when she unexpectedly began struggling to breathe. What started as breathing difficulties quickly escalated, leaving Emma unable to do the things she loved and, at times, even struggling to walk. A diagnosis of chronic asthma forced her to press pause on the life she had always known.Many people would have accepted that their sporting journey was over but Emma chose a different path. In this episode, Emma shares the physical and emotional reality of rebuilding her confidence, learning to trust her body again, and refusing to let asthma dictate what she was capable of. Since her diagnosis, she has gone on to achieve extraordinary endurance challenges, including cycling from London to Tunisia and completing incredible endurance events that once seemed impossible. We explore how she trained through uncertainty, managed the fear that comes with every setback, and why resilience isn't about pretending everything is easy it's about continuing despite the obstacles. If you've ever felt like your body has held you back from pursuing your dreams, Emma's story will leave you believing that your toughest finish line may still be waiting to be crossed.

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  From a Rugby Career to Building Something Bigger - Dan Temm

  Aug 6, 202646 min

  What happens when your biggest setback becomes the lesson that shapes the rest of your life?In this episode, Dan Temm, former professional rugby player and founder of Pure Sport, opens up about the highs and lows of chasing success. From juggling multiple jobs while fighting to establish himself in professional rugby to the difficult realisation that complacency played a role in ending his playing career earlier than he had hoped, Dan shares the honest lessons that changed his mindset forever.Rather than letting that chapter define him, Dan channelled those experiences into building Pure Sport into a thriving business. Now, as CEO, he leads a growing team with purpose, creates a culture that inspires those around him, and continues to challenge himself through ambitious endurance race goals.This conversation is packed with insights on leadership, discipline, resilience, and why sustained success comes from continually striving to improve rather than settling for where you are.Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, leader, or simply someone chasing a goal, Dan's story is a powerful reminder that your greatest lessons often come from the moments that don't go to plan.

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