Send us a text 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 conversations on resilience, mindset, and performance, Siegfried Jay Tiegs is joined by new cohost Brian Larson, a CrossFit coach, breathwork facilitator, nutrition specialist, and movement expert. Together, Jay and Brian are bringing you raw, unfiltered conversations that blend inspiration with real ...
Aug 19, 2025
27 min
Send us a text 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 testament to resilience, mental toughness, and transformation. From excelling as a long-distance runner in high school to serving as an FMF corpsman in the Navy, Michael has lived a life defined by endurance, discipline, and the relentless pursuit of growth. But Michael’s journey hasn’t been without ...
Feb 14, 2025
46 min
Send us a text 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 avoid the shock of the cold.Dress in Layers: Find what works and keep experimenting.Have Fun: Forget pace—focus on effort and enjoy the beauty of winter.What’s your go-to winter running tip? If you found this helpful, rate the show on Spotify, subscribe on YouTube, and share it with a running budd...
Jan 28, 2025
30 min
Send us a text 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 your situational awareness, adopt a criminal's mindset for self-protection, and navigate potential dangers with confidence. For runners, cyclists, and everyday individuals, we offer practical tactics and principles to avoid becoming an easy target, changing the way you move through the world with ...
May 1, 2024
58 min
Send us a text 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 new. And what better time to "spring clean" our running routines than now? It’s not just about getting back out there in shorts and soaking up the sun (though let’s be honest, that’s a pretty fantastic part of it). It’s about taking a moment to pause, reflect, and redirect our energies where they...
Apr 1, 2024
18 min
Send us a text 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 point, no matter where your travels take you. We kick off with a candid reflection on our own fitness journeys. Plus, we highlight the undeniable link between fitness, self-care, and self-esteem, illustrating why investing in your well-being is the ultimate power move for your body and ...
Mar 18, 2024
34 min
Send us a text 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, exploring the transformative power of endurance. Drawing from the rich terrain of endurance sports, Jay and Angi reveal how the principles that lead to athletic success—such as embracing a growth mindset, the art of visualization, strategic goal setting, and the resilience to bounce back—are inv...
Mar 11, 2024
33 min
Send us a text 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 isn't just about service to the country, but also about the courage in serving her true self. Today's heartfelt discussion unveils the complex fabric of the transgender community, with Kairi guiding us through her personal odyssey towards acceptance. We uncover the nuances of gender identity, the s...
Mar 6, 2024
1 hr 16 min
Send us a text 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 limits and crashing into the unwelcome arms of overtraining. Angie\ opens up about her grueling encounter with shin splints during a Ragnar race prep, painting a vivid picture of the consequences when our mental tenacity outpaces our physical readiness. Together, we unpack the necessi...
Mar 4, 2024
36 min
Send us a text 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 podcast, who brings his infectious enthusiasm for running and a wealth of insight on the mental fortitude needed to push past personal boundaries. Together, we peel back the layers of what it means to embrace the runner's high and the psychological benefits that accompany setting one foot in front of t...
Feb 28, 2024
1 hr
Load more