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The Long Haul

The Long Haul

By: Steve O'Connor
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This show is for anyone stuck in the grind, feeling the itch to break free — and for those already chasing discomfort through rucking, running, endurance challenges, and outdoor living.

We talk mindset, training, health, and how to live a life that’s less ordinary.

If you’ve ever thought, “There’s more in me than this,” — you’re in the right place.

Hosted by Steve O’Connor, military veteran, coach, and all-round resilience junkie — this podcast will push you to get off the sofa, out the door, and back in charge of your life.

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  • The Long Haul – Episode 57: Unbreakable – Green Beret Grit with Gregg McLeod of Green Beret Fitness

    The Long Haul – Episode 57: Unbreakable – Green Beret Grit with Gregg McLeod of Green Beret Fitness
    Jun 1 2025
    🎙️ The Long Haul – Episode [XX]: Unbreakable – Green Beret Grit with Gregg McLeod of Green Beret Fitness

    This week on The Long Haul, I’m joined by Gregg McLeod, the powerhouse behind Green Beret Fitness (GBF). A former British Army Green Beret, Gregg brings a no-nonsense, high-performance mindset to fitness, adventure, and life. We dive deep into mental toughness, leadership, resilience, and what it takes to push past your perceived limits.

    If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to train like an elite soldier or test yourself in extreme conditions, this episode is for you.

    🔥 In This Episode:
    • Gregg’s journey from Green Beret to fitness entrepreneur
    • What makes GBF different from every other fitness brand out there
    • The psychology of suffering and how to embrace discomfort
    • How their events mimic military selection and why that matters
    • Building a community of modern warriors
    • Real talk on leadership, self-discipline, and not making excuses
    • What Gregg thinks most people get wrong about mental resilience
    🧭 About Green Beret Fitness:

    Green Beret Fitness (GBF) designs and delivers military-inspired endurance events across the UK and beyond. Whether you're prepping for selection or just looking to rediscover what you're made of, GBF will challenge your body and sharpen your mind.

    Website: https://www.greenberetfitness.com

    Instagram: @greenberetfitness

    Facebook: facebook.com/greenberetfitness

    YouTube: Green Beret Fitness Channel

    Email Contact: info@greenberetfitness.com

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    44 mins
  • #55 Day 1 496 challenge. Why?

    #55 Day 1 496 challenge. Why?
    Feb 13 2025
    1st day of taking on the 496 tombola challenge

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    3 mins
  • #54 DNF at 30 Miles: Lessons from the Spine Challenger

    #54 DNF at 30 Miles: Lessons from the Spine Challenger
    Feb 10 2025

    ❄️ DNF at 30 Miles: Lessons from the Spine Challenger ❄️

    In my latest attempt at the Spine Challenger, Mother Nature had other plans. Waist-deep snow, brutal winds, and freezing conditions turned an already tough race into a survival challenge. After battling through 30 miles of this, I made the tough call to DNF (Did Not Finish).

    DNF. Three letters no endurance athlete wants to face. But it happens—and what really matters is how we deal with it.

    In this episode of AllyCast, I break down:

    ✅ The brutal conditions that led to my DNF

    ✅ Lessons learned about kit, preparation, and mindset

    ✅ How to reframe failure and turn it into a stepping stone

    ✅ The psychology of goal setting after a setback

    Every challenge teaches us something. Sometimes, the toughest lessons come when things don’t go to plan.

    If you’ve ever faced a setback—whether in sport, business, or life—this one’s for you. Tune in and let me know: How do you bounce back after a tough loss?

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    59 mins

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