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.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 38 minutes
- Episodes
- 71
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Cross Training Q&A w/Coach Vicki Allen: Boosting Race Performance for Back of the Pack Ultra Runners
Feel like you're always the one bringing up the rear in ultra-running events? Worry no more, because Vicki Allen joins us with her treasure trove of cross-training wisdom that's sure to shake up your…
Ultra Essentials Part 1 of 3: Introduction, Choosing the Right Footwear & Thinking About Nutrition
Karen Ellis: From Half-Marathons to Western States 100 w/ “The Active Joe” Sponsor Entry & Tips for How You Could Be Selected, Too!
Join us as we dive into Karen Ellis's transformation from a casual half marathoner to a powerhouse ultrarunner, embodying the spirit of our latest Choose to Endure podcast episode. We revel in Karen…
Spartan Races with Robert B. Foster: Similarities to Ultra Running and Why They Might Be a Great Complement to your Ultra Training
When life throws you into the deep end, how do you swim? Robert B. Foster, an obstacle course veteran, coach and host of the Shut Up and GRIND podcast joins me to recount his epic saga of transformat…
Mastering Mountains: Bigfoot 200 Recap with Ultra Runner & Wildsense Co-Owner Jason Hanley
Have you considered what it might take to complete a 200-mile race in treacherous mountain terrain? Grab your running poles and join us for a deep-dive with our guest, Jason Hanley; experienced ultra…
Running for a Cause: Veteran Runner Lisa Decker Previews the Annual Snowdrop 55hr Ultra, in Support of Pediatric Cancer
In our recent conversation with Lisa Decker, a veteran ultra runner, we discover the power of human resilience and the spirit to fight back even when the odds are stacked high. Lisa, with her fervor…
Kelli Means’ Business: Tips and Advice From First-Time Volunteer to Ultra Marathon Finisher
Are you curious about what it takes to run an ultra-marathon? Maybe you’re considering stepping up from a Marathon? Or perhaps you're intrigued by the unique camaraderie and deep connections formed i…
Conquering Moab: Insider Story from Two-Time Moab 240 Finisher Casey Sanders
Ever been the last one picked at gym class? Imagine transforming into an ultra-marathon runner, completing grueling 50k, 50 mile races and more. That's the inspiring journey of our guest, Casey Sande…
Stuart Secker: Adventures and Lessons From International Ultra Running
Join us as we unravel the extraordinary journey of English ultra-runner Stuart Secker, who transformed office banter 13 years ago into a passion for long-distance running. With an impressive track re…
Breaking the 50K Barrier: How I Finished My Emotional First Ultra Marathon
Brace yourself for a wild ride! In this episode, I bare all about running my first Ultra Marathon, the Lighthouse Hill Ranch 50K. I talk you through the exhilaration, the trepidation, and the sheer d…
Choose to Endure Podcast Introduction; What/Who is the Show All About? with Host Richard Gleave
Quick intro to the Choose to Endure podcast. A little about me and then some background/context to describe the genesis and intent of the show.
Ever wondered about the tenacity it takes to run at the…