Do Hard Things Podcast: Forge Your Mind & Body
Welcome to Do Hard Things with Siegfried Jay Tiegs & Brian Larson — the podcast for people who refuse to settle for “good enough.”
A raw and tactical podcast for runners, CrossFitters, veterans, and everyday high performers who want to strengthen mind and body through mindset, movement, breathwork, and community.
Siegfried is a 27-year U.S. Army veteran, endurance athlete, running coach, and high-performance mindset coach. Brian is a CrossFit coach, nutrition specialist, and movement expert. Together, they share raw conversations, real stories, and practical strategies to help you push your limits, recover smarter, and live with resilience and purpose.
Expect episodes on:
- Running, endurance, and multisport training
- CrossFit and functional fitness
- Rucking and veteran grit
- Breathwork and recovery strategies
- Personal development, mindset, and wellness
This isn’t just motivation and theory, it’s a blueprint for action.
Join a tribe of like-minded people committed to growth and grit.
Learn more and join the Do Hard Things Nation Wellness Academy at www.dohardthingsnation.com.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 44 minutes
- Episodes
- 233
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Breathwork, Movement, and High Performance with Brian Larson
Brian Larson's journey from pharmaceutical industry professional to movement specialist, breathwork facilitator, and coach reveals powerful insights about transformation that extends fa…
From Siegfried to Jay and Back Again: The Peaceful Warrior's Journey
What happens when you reclaim the identity you've been running from your entire life? Siegfried Jay Tiegs aka "Sig" takes us on a raw, unfiltered journey from childhood trauma to profou…
Forging a New Chapter: Do Hard Things Returns with Brian Larson
Forging a New Chapter: Do Hard Things Returns with Brian Larson
The Do Hard Things Podcast is back and we are kicking off Season 5 with a brand new chapter. After years of leading conver…
The Pole Runner: A Veteran’s Marathon with a Telephone Pole for Mental Wellness
The Pole Runner: A Veteran’s Marathon for Mental Wellness
In this episode of Do Hard Things, we sit down with Michael Pickings, a 42-year-old Navy veteran whose story is a powerful testa…
Running in Winter Survival Tips: Treadmills suck, Do These 4 Strategies Instead
In today’s episode, I’m sharing my 4 Winter Weather Running Tips to keep you motivated and moving:
- Mindset is Key: Embrace the challenge and stay positive.
- Warm-Up First: Start warm to av…
The Art of Defensive Awareness for Runners and Cyclists with Alan Earl
Learn strategies to stay safe in an unpredictable world with former high-threat environment protector Alan Earl. During our in-depth discussion, we equip you with the tools to enhance y…
Spring Clean Your Running: 5 Tips to Refresh
After slogging through the long, cold months of winter, there’s this collective itch we all start to feel – an itch for change, for warmth, and for shedding the old to make way for the …
Travel Fitness Unpacked: 5 Tips to Maintain The Pace
Ever wondered how to maintain your fitness mojo when you're crisscrossing time zones or stuck in a hotel room? Angie and Jay pull back the curtain on keeping your workout routine on poi…
From Race Day to Everyday: Embracing Mindset for Life's Longest Races
In this inspiring episode of the "Do Hard Things" podcast, Jay and Angi talk about the importance of mindset, from the starting line of race day to the continuous path of everyday life,…
Embracing Identity: A Veteran's Journey Through Transition with Kairi Saraya
When Kairi Saraya walked into our studio, a wave of stories untold and life experiences unbeknownst to many came with her. As a former Air Force veteran turned advocate, Kairi's tale is…
Training or Straining? Avoid Overtraining Syndrome
Ever hit that wall where your legs feel like lead and your motivation is as fleeting as a mirage? Angi and I certainly have, and we're here to take you on a journey between pushing our…
Be a Life Warrior with Muyiwa Abediyi
Have you ever wondered how an active lifestyle can profoundly shift your mindset? This week, we're joined by the great and powerful Muyiwa Abediyi, host of the Day In and Day Out podcas…
Mapping Success: An Intro to Map Trekking
In this episode of the Do Hard Things Podcast, we provide an overview the demanding sport of Rogaining, aka Map Trekking,
Discover how the principles of Rogaining—strategic planning, te…
Mind Over Miles: Staying Motivated on Long Runs
In this episode we dive into the mental marathon of long-distance running. Whether you're training for a half-marathon, marathon, or ultramarathon, maintaining mental motivation is just…
Pacing the Run: Embracing Negative Splits and Nurturing Personal Growth
Join Jay and Angi in this enlightening episode as they unravel the world of running splits, a crucial concept for runners of all levels seeking to improve their performance and understa…
Running Facts vs Fiction: An Uncommon Approach to Common Myths
Join Jay and Angi in a myth-busting episode as we sprint through the most common running myths and bring you the truth straight from the track. From debunking the one-size-fits-all trai…
The Imposter Within with Rocky Garza
Ever feel like an imposter? Imagine unlocking the secrets to self-acceptance and a confidence that resonates from within. That's exactly what clarity coach and speaker Rocky Garza invit…
In the Zone: The 5 Running Paces For Peak Performance
Dive deep into strategic pace training in this episode of the Do Hard Things podcast with your hosts, Jay and Angi. Without getting caught up in specific formulas, we explore the univer…
The Slow Lane: 6 Unexpected Benefits of Slow Running
Ever wondered why some runners seem to effortlessly glide through marathons while others huff and puff their way to the finish line? Angie and I unravel this mystery and more as we shar…
Turn Resolutions into Routines
As we hit the two-week mark of the new year, many of us find ourselves at a pivotal juncture with our resolutions. In this episode of the Do Hard Things podcast, Jay and Angi delve into…