In this episode of the Ultra Crewed Podcast, hosts Jon Cox and Becca Jones discuss their busy week, including race preparations and weekend fun. They address a listener's question about heart rate training for trail running, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and listening to one's body. The conversation also includes light-hearted personal questions, revealing insights into their preferences and habits.Exploreing the concept of wanting to do hard things, questioning the motivations behind this desire, and the deeper reasons for pursuing challenges. The discussion delves into personal growth, the importance of understanding one's 'why', and the transformative power of embracing adversity. Reflecting on experiences in ultra running and how they connect to self-discovery and resilience, ultimately emphasizing the significance of realizing one's potential through challenging experiences.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap

06:52 Race Preparation and Community Engagement

08:50 Listener Question: Heart Rate Training

16:02 Fun Personal Questions and Insights

27:28 The Desire to Do Hard Things

32:26 Exploring the Why Behind Hard Challenges

41:32 Embracing the Wild Within

49:42 Realizing Potential Through Adversity

• There are many hard challenges outside of physical activities like running.
• Sometimes, we want hard things to be easier rather than truly embracing the challenge.
• Understanding the deeper reasons for pursuing hard challenges can lead to personal growth.
• Facing adversity can reveal our true potential and capabilities.
• The journey of self-discovery often involves embracing discomfort and challenges.
• Community and connection play a vital role in overcoming difficult experiences.
• It's important to find activities that ignite passion and motivation within us.
• Realizing our potential can be a daunting but rewarding process.
• The pursuit of personal growth often requires a willingness to confront our inner struggles.