Getting After It

In this episode, Ally joins me for a deeply human conversation about the dichotomy of control—what we can change, what we can’t, and why knowing the difference can transform your experience as a runner and as a person.

We begin with a Stoic quote so simple it’s almost easy to ignore: “Some things are up to us, and some things are not.” But embedded in that line is a mental framework powerful enough to carry you through injury, plate...

What does it actually take to Get After It when your "it" is creative passion? That's what I dug into with this episode's guest, Knives Monroe. 

Knives is a creative director and filmmaker who has one of the most powerful stories I've ever heard. We’re talking about a journey that goes from being introduced to film by his mom—realizing "Oh sh*t, I’m a filmmaker"—to the brutal reality of being homel...

Mason Wright is not your average ultrarunner. He’s a gym owner, a former 285-pound lineman, and the man behind Worn Legs, a poetic tribute to what it means to suffer on purpose.

In this episode, Mason sits down to unpack the story behind his legendary run across Utah — 421 brutal miles in 9 days — from injuries and windstorms to moments of spiritual clarity with nothing but a headlamp and a horizon.

We cover:

•  How Mason went from ...

If you've ever struggled to stay consistent with your training, this episode is for you.

I’ve been there—tired, unmotivated, bored, over it. But I’ve also learned how to keep showing up when I don’t feel like it. In this solo episode, I break down the mental game of consistency. We’ll talk about identity, burnout, how to build momentum again after you fall off, and the routines that make it easier to keep going.

This isn’t about...

Infertility is one of the hardest things to go through. It’s isolating, unpredictable, and often filled with grief that no one else sees. 

In this episode, I sit down with my sister-in-law Emeli for a raw, honest conversation about her multi-year journey with infertility—five miscarriages, misdiagnosis, failed treatments, and the heartbreak of being told to “just try again.”

We talk through the emotional weight of loss, how it impact...

Starting to run can be tough—mentally, physically, and emotionally. In this episode, Ally and I talk about what it was like to start running together, the mistakes we made early on, and the simple routines that help us stay consistent.

We cover:

• What to eat before and after your runs
• The importance of stretching and recovery
• Mental hurdles and how to push through them
• What to do when you feel slow, stuck, or unmotivated
• Our best begi...

This episode is a little different. It’s a raw, on-the-road conversation with my wife Ally and my brother Drew — recorded before and after we ran the Canyonlands 50K.

We talk about training. We talk about nerves. We talk about pain. And we talk about why anyone would willingly sign up to suffer for 31 miles across the desert.

You’ll hear real stories about what it feels like to hit a wall — and push through it anyway. From cramping l...

I’m days away from running 31 miles through the Canyonlands, my second 50K. On the surface, it’s a race. But underneath, it’s a test.

This training block has been built on five simple but demanding pillars: the work, the fuel, support, consistency, and patience. Each one has tested me. Each one has shaped me. And each one contains a lesson that reaches far beyond running.

In this episode, I break down what those five pillars look lik...

What do you do when the plan falls apart?

In this episode, I share the story of a marathon-distance run that didn’t go as expected. My brother Drew and I had mapped out a desert route—then a storm rolled in. Flash flood warnings. Lightning. The whole thing went sideways. But we didn’t quit. We pivoted. We stuck to the plan, even if it meant finishing 26.2 miles on a treadmill.

This episode is about those moments when everything goes ...

Everyone hits a wall. This episode is about what to do when you do.

When your mind feels heavy. When motivation fades. When you’re not sure what the next step is, or if you’re even on the right path.

I talk about the difference between a bad day and a full-on rut. I share what’s helped me in the past, from movement to mindset to faith. And I walk through a time I almost gave up on this podcast.

If you’ve felt stuck lately, this one’s ...

I just got back from a cruise with my wife Ally, my family, and some friends. In this episode, I talk about what it felt like to rest, unplug, and try to shift out of “grind mode.” I share how tough it was to stay consistent with training and nutrition, and what it taught me about discipline when you're out of routine.

But more than anything, this trip reminded me why I started the podcast in the first place.

This episode is abo...

This episode is about what happens when life doesn’t give you a choice.

Ally joins me again to talk through how we both deal with hard things—both the ones we choose (like ultra marathons), and the ones we never would (like sickness, infertility, and grief). We share personal stories from our lives—my illness, her father’s cancer, the struggle to start a family—and explore the role that discipline, mindset, faith, and support system...

Why do we do hard things?

In this episode, I break down why discomfort matters and what it does for us in everyday life. Hard is relative—what challenges me may not challenge you, but both deserve respect. We’ll explore how hard things build patience, shape confidence, and inspire those around us. I share stories from my own life—battling fatigue, pushing through burnout, qualifying for Boston—and how those experiences prove that ad...

This episode is about three lessons I’ve learned from past guests.

The first is resilience. Dave Daly broke his neck and had to relearn how to live. His story reminded me what it really means to keep going, even when life feels impossible.

The second is reinvention. My brother Blake lost his business and struggled with who he was. He tried different things until he found roping, and it brought him back to life. His story made me thin...

We’ve been taught to believe that discipline means never missing a step, never falling short, never giving ourselves an inch of slack. But the truth is—grace is what makes discipline last.

In this episode, I explore why being graceful with yourself isn’t weakness, but strength. Drawing on stories from my own ultra marathon training, lessons from the Stoics, and insights from modern thinkers, I’ll show you how grace allows you to sta...

In this episode of Getting After It, I sit down with Dallin Shurts—BYU record holder, Team USA discus thrower, and a man who has learned as much from failure as he has from victory. His story isn’t just about breaking records; it’s about breaking limits. From awkward beginnings on the basketball court to standing on international stages in the discus ring, Dallin has forged his path through discipline, simplicity, and the relentles...

Running is more than exercise, it’s a teacher.

In this episode, I explore the lessons running offers far beyond the trail: how it strengthens the body, sharpens the mind, quiets the noise of the modern world, and reveals truths about discipline, resilience, and perspective.

I share how running has shaped my everyday life and the way I face challenges. Along the way, we’ll reflect on insights from Stoic philosophers, modern endurance ...

Change is the only constant, yet it’s often the thing we fight against the most. 

In this episode, I reflect on the lessons I’ve learned about change through Stoic philosophy, trail running, and some of life’s hardest moments. From Marcus Aurelius’ wisdom on impermanence to personal stories of setbacks, struggles, and unexpected renewal, this is a conversation about what it truly means to embrace change rather than resist it.

I share...

This one’s personal.

In two months, I’ll toe the line at my next ultra 31 miles through the Canyonlands. I’ve done this before, but this race is different. I’m carrying new lessons, some from the trail and some from the weight room, but most from the setbacks that nearly pulled me out of the game altogether.

Injuries have a way of humbling you. They strip away your ego, your timelines, your illusion of control. This year, Ally's...