When Free Solo exploded, so did everyone’s opinion about soloing. According to Cedar Wright, something interesting happened: People didn’t rush to copy Alex Honnold — they recoiled. Now it feels like Honnold gets a pass… but anyone else who solos is called reckless. Cedar doesn't hold back. Trust him for…
Most people retire and just optimize what they already know. More golf. More travel. More of the same. This clip asks a different question: What if the most powerful thing you could do in your 60s is start something completely new? Not something you’re good at. Not something you’ve done…
Every athlete talks about grit. Harvey Lewis talks about WHY. In this clip, Harvey explains the deeper reasons he runs — reasons that go far beyond miles, competition, or records. For him, Big Dog’s Backyard Ultra is part physical challenge, part mental chess match, part spiritual exploration, and part service.…
We all love being “in the flow.” But flow alone doesn’t build skill. Neuroscientist Dr. Tommy Wood explains why real skill development happens at the edge of discomfort — where effort, failure, and focused challenge force the brain to adapt. In this clip, we break down: Why flow feels great…
Most people think variety equals freedom. It doesn’t. Simplicity does. A powerful moment from the podcast archives with Kitty Calhoun on why doing less—repeatedly—creates more focus in life. Link in bio. Look for 'Ageless Athlete Kitty Calhoun #AgelessAthlete #KittyCalhoun #Minimalism #Discipline #Focus #PerformanceMindset #OutdoorLifestyle #WomenWhoClimb #Longevity #HealthyHabits #Routine #Simplicity #ClimbingLife…
Amelia Boone built a reputation as one of the toughest endurance athletes in the world — a champion obstacle racer, ultrarunner, and the athlete many knew as the “Queen of Pain.” But behind the grit was a more complicated story: perfectionism, injury, recovery, and the long process of learning what…
Amy Gubsers on how she survived her historic 17-hour swim: don’t think about the whole thing — just make it to the next chunk. 🎧 Full episode — link in bio 👆🏽
When Cedar Wright broke and dislocated his neck in his own living room, he thought he might never move his legs again. Cedar still free solos, paraglides across the globe, leads a very 'extreme' life, but this thing happened in the most mundane situation, in his living room, a freak…
After running 466 miles in the world’s wildest ultra — and breaking two ribs and tearing a hamstring — Harvey Lewis found himself with zero energy for weeks. The recovery process was so intense he experienced night sweats, fever-like symptoms, and long stretches of deep exhaustion. 🎧 Listen to the…
Andy Macdonald, 51, says don't give up 🙌🏾 #olympics #olympics2024 #agelessathlete #longevity
Big Pacific swell. Cold water. No control. In this cinematic moment, Mark Rennneker describes what it actually feels like to paddle into something that could hold you down longer than you’re comfortable with. It’s not bravado. It’s not ego. It’s exposure. If you’re over 40 and still choosing hard things,…
17 hours in the water. Cold. Fatigue. Things changing that you didn’t plan for. Taken all at once, it’s impossible to even think about. This is how Amy Appelhans Gubser actually got through it. 🎧 Full episode — link in bio
Freezing water. Toes cramping. Overwhelmed before the first stroke. Right before a massive open water swim, she stood in the cold fighting back tears — until a friend said: “Put your face in the water and swim.” Sometimes courage isn’t loud. It’s just starting. Full conversation is available everywhere you…
Decades in the Himalayas didn’t just teach Steve Swenson how to climb — they taught him how people survive, cooperate, and live meaningful lives with very little. In this clip, Steve reflects on generosity, community, and why modern life often gets it backwards. Quiet wisdom from a life lived far…
Cedar Wright didn’t follow a path—he built one from scratch. From being born in a school bus in Central California to becoming a world-class climber, filmmaker, and adventurer, his story is anything but conventional. In this conversation, Cedar reflects on the mindset behind free soloing, the evolution of climbing culture,…
“Who swims toward the shark island, right?” Amy Appelhans Gubser did. Cold water. 17 hours. Timing tides, weather… and even shark patterns. The way she breaks it down is what makes this worth listening to. 🎧 Full episode — link in bio 👆🏽
Most people don’t lose strength overnight—they slowly drift away from it. In this episode, legendary strength coach Dan John explains why so many people break down as they age—and what actually keeps you strong for decades. Drawing from over 60 years of training and coaching, he shares a simple but…
A man suffers a devastating car accident. His life is completely changed. Then he walks into a climbing gym. In this short clip, adaptive climbing champion Craig DeMartino shares the story of how climbing transformed one man’s life after trauma — physically, mentally, emotionally. It’s powerful. And it’s a reminder…
Craig DeMartino share the power of sport in transforming peoples lives. You can listen to the full conversation on the podcast: After a 100-Foot Fall, He Rebuilt His Life — Then Rock Climbed a 3,000-Foot Wall in a Day | Craig DeMartino, 64 🎧 👋 Hey friends—if you liked this…
If you’re over 40 and still training, this question matters more than you think. Buzz Burrell — trail running Hall of Famer, FKT co-founder, and lifelong adventurer — talks about what mornings really feel like as you age, and why consistency beats motivation after 60. This isn’t about hype or…
Most people chase flow. But neuroscientist Dr. Tommy Wood explains why flow isn’t what changes your brain—failure is. In this clip, you’ll learn: Why being “bad” at something is actually good for your brain How friction and difficulty trigger neuroplasticity Why flow means your brain doesn’t need to adapt How…
Most people think a squat is a knee bend — but legendary coach Dan John says it’s really about how you slide your body between your thighs. In this clip, he breaks down how to retrain your squat, improve flexibility, and unlock mobility in just 30 seconds a day. The…
Reaching overhead with shoulder pain is NOT dangerous. And even if imaging shows “damage,” that doesn’t automatically explain your pain. Pain can improve. Strength can return. Function can come back — even when scans don’t change much. For 40+ athletes, this is about restoring confidence, adjusting load, and getting back…
What does being ageless actually mean? “It means not being defined by context.” At 68, Susan Hunt refuses to let age set her ceiling. When people tell her 92-year-old mother-in-law, “You’re doing amazingly… for your age,” she pushes back: “No. She’s just doing amazingly.” This clip is about: The danger…
