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Choose to Endure

Welcome to the "Choose to Endure" podcast, the go-to show for back of the pack ultra runners. Join us as we explore uplifting stories, interviews, gear and training tips, all tailored towards the unsung heroes at the back end of the ultra universe.

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
38 minutes
Episodes
71
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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Let Your Inner Beast Run Wild! All-New 2025 Ultra Adventures from Beast Trail Racing

Let Your Inner Beast Run Wild! All-New 2025 Ultra Adventures from Beast Trail Racing

Passionate ultra-runners Kelli Means and Jeremy Nicolosi transition from the thrill of the run to the excitement of race directing in our latest episode. Discover how late-night brainstorming with th…

01:16:26  |   Mon 23 Dec 2024
Ultra Training on a Tight Schedule: Simple Tips for Busy Runners

Ultra Training on a Tight Schedule: Simple Tips for Busy Runners

Unlock the secrets of balancing a thriving ultra-running career with the demands of everyday life. Join me, Richard Gleave, as I reveal 4 essential tips and strategies designed for non-elite runners …

00:11:54  |   Mon 16 Dec 2024
Podcast Update Pre-Season 3: Back from Sabbatical and On the Road with “Annie”

Podcast Update Pre-Season 3: Back from Sabbatical and On the Road with “Annie”

Rediscover the heart and soul of ultra running with me, Richard Gleave, as I kick off our renewed journey on the Choose to Endure Ultra Running Podcast. Fresh from a rejuvenating sabbatical, I’m exci…

00:12:25  |   Mon 09 Dec 2024
“Iron Will” Sprouse: Overcoming Injury, 100-Mile Streaks, Double Grand Slam & Running Wisdom!

“Iron Will” Sprouse: Overcoming Injury, 100-Mile Streaks, Double Grand Slam & Running Wisdom!

Join us for an inspiring conversation with William "Iron Will" Sprouse, who shares his incredible journey from weighing over 300 pounds to conquering ultramarathons, despite a devastating motorcycle …

00:54:40  |   Sat 19 Oct 2024
Nick Hancock: Strength Training for Ultrarunners, CCC Recap & Building Maximum Mileage Coaching Success

Nick Hancock: Strength Training for Ultrarunners, CCC Recap & Building Maximum Mileage Coaching Success

What if you could strengthen your running performance while spending less time on your feet? Discover the secrets to achieving this balance with Nick Hancock, a UK athletics licensed and UESCA ultra …

01:05:54  |   Fri 27 Sep 2024
4R’s Bonus Episode: A Request, Races, A Reveal, and a Reminder For You

4R’s Bonus Episode: A Request, Races, A Reveal, and a Reminder For You

Ever felt like life is running you instead of the other way around? This bonus episode is just what you need! I open up about the whirlwind that's taken over my schedule, sharing some personal update…

00:06:24  |   Fri 20 Sep 2024
Movement is Medicine: Dr. Matthew Brackney on Muscle Mechanics, Injury Prevention, and Keeping You Running Strong

Movement is Medicine: Dr. Matthew Brackney on Muscle Mechanics, Injury Prevention, and Keeping You Running Strong

Unlock the secrets to preventing running injuries with Dr. Matthew Brackney, a leading chiropractic sports practitioner, on this episode of Choose to Endure. Ever wondered why your shin splints just …

00:49:05  |   Fri 13 Sep 2024
Built to Last: DURABILITY for the Back-of-the-Pack Ultra Runner & Why You Should Be Focusing On It

Built to Last: DURABILITY for the Back-of-the-Pack Ultra Runner & Why You Should Be Focusing On It

What if durability could mean more than just physical toughness in ultra running? In this solo episode of "Choose to Endure," come along with me as I unpack the multifaceted nature of durability, esp…

00:18:27  |   Fri 06 Sep 2024
Gut Instinct: Lauren Callahan of Goddess Health Shares How Diet, Reiki & Holistic Coaching Can Impact Ultra Running Performance

Gut Instinct: Lauren Callahan of Goddess Health Shares How Diet, Reiki & Holistic Coaching Can Impact Ultra Running Performance

Join us for an incredible conversation with Gut Health Expert, Reiki (ray-kee) Master and  Nutrition, Performance & Recovery Coach Lauren Callahan as she unveils her journey from barely being able to…

00:56:46  |   Fri 30 Aug 2024
Seth Epley: Rising Young Ultra Runner Talks Sobriety, YouTube, Epic Race Blowups & His Upcoming Moab 240!

Seth Epley: Rising Young Ultra Runner Talks Sobriety, YouTube, Epic Race Blowups & His Upcoming Moab 240!

How can someone transform their life through the power of running? Meet Seth Epley, an extraordinary young ultra runner who shares his inspiring journey from battling alcohol addiction to becoming a …

00:54:55  |   Fri 23 Aug 2024
Kansas Buckleheads’ Jonathan Prosser Shares His First 200-Mile Race Experience At The Amazing New “Summit 200”!

Kansas Buckleheads’ Jonathan Prosser Shares His First 200-Mile Race Experience At The Amazing New “Summit 200”!

What does it take to conquer a 200-mile race through the Colorado mountains? Ultra runner and Kansas Buckleheads trail group officionado Jonathan Prosser joins us to share his remarkable transformati…

00:58:32  |   Fri 16 Aug 2024
Fueling for the Long Haul: Expert Nutrition Tips for Ultra Runners with Gaby Villa of IntensEATfit

Fueling for the Long Haul: Expert Nutrition Tips for Ultra Runners with Gaby Villa of IntensEATfit

Unlock the secrets to maximizing your endurance performance with expert insights from sports nutritionist and dietitian Gaby Villa of IntensEATfit. Discover how everyday nutrition habits can dramatic…

01:03:22  |   Fri 09 Aug 2024
V for Victor-y! Victor Ballesteros Drops In To Chat About His Company Victory Sportdesign and Their Amazing Bespoke Ultra Running Drop Bags!

V for Victor-y! Victor Ballesteros Drops In To Chat About His Company Victory Sportdesign and Their Amazing Bespoke Ultra Running Drop Bags!

Meet all-round trail legend MISTER Victor Ballesteros, the visionary behind Victory Sportdesign and the Tamalpa Headlands 50K. In this episode of Choose to Endure, we explore Victor's compelling jour…

01:09:54  |   Fri 02 Aug 2024
6 Days in the Dome: “Living an Ultra Life” Podcast Host Mike Horner Walks Us Through The Race & His Mammoth 322 Mile Finish!

6 Days in the Dome: “Living an Ultra Life” Podcast Host Mike Horner Walks Us Through The Race & His Mammoth 322 Mile Finish!

Mike Horner's journey to becoming an accomplished back-of-the-pack ultra runner at the age of 50 is nothing short of inspiring. Starting his ultra running journey after a health wake-up call, Mike ha…

01:00:45  |   Fri 26 Jul 2024
Western States 100: “Red Shorts Guy” Chris Culpepper and The Active Joe Sponsored Runner Karen Ellis Share Their Contrasting Race Experiences

Western States 100: “Red Shorts Guy” Chris Culpepper and The Active Joe Sponsored Runner Karen Ellis Share Their Contrasting Race Experiences

This is a BUMPER episode packed with not 1, but 2 stories from the recent Western States 100 event!!  It’s a 2-FOR-1 !! Grab a coffee, sit down and get comfortable - it’s gonna be a while.  Join us a…

01:42:32  |   Fri 19 Jul 2024
Mastering Sleep for Ultra Performance w/Sleep Coach & Author Amanda Chocko

Mastering Sleep for Ultra Performance w/Sleep Coach & Author Amanda Chocko

Can optimizing your sleep be the ultimate game-changer for endurance athletes? Join us on this insightful episode of Choose to Endure as we explore the profound impact of sleep on ultra-runners with …

00:56:52  |   Fri 12 Jul 2024
Caveman Challenge: Jeff Colgrove of Caveman Endurance shares a look at his BRAND NEW RACE in Denison, TX!

Caveman Challenge: Jeff Colgrove of Caveman Endurance shares a look at his BRAND NEW RACE in Denison, TX!

In our latest episode of Choose to Endure, we sit down with ultramarathon runner Jeff Colgrove, who shares his transformative journey from high school runner to ultra-endurance athlete. Jeff recounts…
00:51:06  |   Fri 05 Jul 2024
Team USA’s Megan Eckert: Reluctant Runner to Big’s Backyard and Inspiring The Next Generation

Team USA’s Megan Eckert: Reluctant Runner to Big’s Backyard and Inspiring The Next Generation

What turns a reluctant runner into an elite athlete representing the USA? Join us for a compelling episode as we sit down with Megan Eckert, an accomplished ultra runner whose journey is nothing shor…

00:48:45  |   Fri 28 Jun 2024
Why Do We Do These Things Called Ultras? A Collection of 17 Personal Reasons, Shared By Listeners Just Like You…

Why Do We Do These Things Called Ultras? A Collection of 17 Personal Reasons, Shared By Listeners Just Like You…

What drives someone to push their physical and mental limits in ultrarunning? Join me, Richard Gleave, as we explore this compelling question and uncover the deeply personal motivations that fuel our…
00:22:49  |   Fri 21 Jun 2024
Talking 'Bout a Revolution: PATH Projects' Cutting-Edge Running & Lifestyle Apparel w/CEO Scott Bailey and Co-Founder Floris Gierman.

Talking 'Bout a Revolution: PATH Projects' Cutting-Edge Running & Lifestyle Apparel w/CEO Scott Bailey and Co-Founder Floris Gierman.

Ever wondered what it takes to disrupt an industry and create the perfect running  and lifestyle gear? On this episode of Choose to Endure, we bring you an exclusive conversation with CEO Scott Baile…

00:50:28  |   Fri 14 Jun 2024
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