Episode 012: Breaking the Cycle

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07/04/19 • 48 min

On episode 12, Pat and Mark discuss the changes they are making to optimize performance and health as well as the challenges that those changes present. Mark and Pat grapple with breaking the cycle of detrimental habits that could have potential negative impacts on their performance and well-being.

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*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

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*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

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Episode 011: Nicole McManus

**there were some connectivity issues in the beginning**

Pat and Mark sit down with full-time working mother, full-time OCR athlete, and full-time badass, Nicole McManus.

Nicole discusses how she got started into OCR and how she balances working full-time, being a full-time mother, and being able to train full-time. She is someone who embodies no excuses and just gets after it to get sh*t done. She raced and won her first 50k, then in 2017 she qualified to run Tahoe Spartan World Championships. She earned 3rd place podium spot after running the Ultra Beast the day before! She won the Colorado Ultra last year and placed 3rd again at Tahoe Spartan World Championships.

Opinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.

*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

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Episode 013 Overcome; The Joshua Stevens story Part 1

Pat and Mark sit down with professional ultrarunner Joshua Stevens and discuss his time in the special forces. They also discuss the events that shaped Joshua, and helped him discover his true calling. Joshua has endured hardship and tremendous lows, but also incredible triumphs, accomplishments and growth. His story will resonate with many and motivate everyone.

Opinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.

*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

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