Choose to Endure
Choose to Endure
Ultra running experiences, interviews and advice from the back-of-the-pack.
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Choose to Endure

A podcast dedicated to the unsung heroes of ultra running, the back-of-the-pack runners who are redefining possible, one epic mile at a time.

Recent Episodes

April 20, 2025

The Art of Pacing in Ultras: How to Support, Motivate & Be Someone’s Hero

Raw, gritty, transformative—these words describe not just ultramarathons themselves, but the powerful act of pacing another runner through their darkest moments. While crossing finish lines gets the glory, it's the unseen her...
April 13, 2025

Back Stronger: Stuart Secker’s 100-Mile Ultra Comeback After Prostate Cancer

Stuart Secker's return to the Choose to Endure podcast brings a remarkable story of resilience that transcends the typical ultrarunning narrative. Just eight months ago, Stuart received a prostate cancer diagnosis that would ...
April 6, 2025

Beyond Marathons: Glenn McRill’s Leap of Faith to 100 Miles at Grasslands

When Glenn McRill toed the starting line at Grasslands 100, he carried years of experience as a marathon runner and Director of Coaching for the San Antonio RoadRunners—but faced the daunting reality of attempting his first 1...
March 30, 2025

The Joy and Impact of Volunteering at Ultramarathons — and Why YOU Should Do It

Every finish line crossed, every aid station that saved your race, every perfectly marked trail section - none of it happens without volunteers. But what does volunteering at an ultra actually entail, and why should you consi...
March 23, 2025

Heart Rate Variability (HRV): An Ultra Runner's Secret Weapon for Recovery and Performance

Recovery often becomes the forgotten pillar of ultra running performance, especially for those of us who occupy the back of the pack. After crossing the finish line of my latest 220-mile ultra adventure, I've been closely mon...
March 16, 2025

200 Miles, One Lens, No Limits: David Solomon’s 2025 Swammie Shuffle Ultra Journey

What does it take to conquer 220 miles of beach, trail, and road when your body is actively fighting against you? David Solomon knows the answer all too well. Living with fascioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) hasn't ...

Recent Blog Posts

April 20, 2025

Beyond the Comfort Zone: When Ultramarathoners Come Alive

Ultra running isn’t about speed. It’s not even really about the distance. It’s about what you think is possible - physically, mentally, emotionally - and the decision to push beyond it. That is where the magic truly happens. Every…

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March 30, 2025

The Barkley Marathon

* (Photo credit: Geoffrey S. Baker for the New York Times) One of the most elusive and difficult races of the year took place in the middle of March, and as most people expected, there wasn’t a single finisher. If you are familiar with Lazaru…

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March 13, 2025

Training for Spring Races During the Winter Months

Spring is a very popular time for racing, especially up in the north, where races all but disappear during the cold and snowy winter months. After a long winter of very few formal running events, spring races are a great way to stay motivated over t…

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About the Hosts

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Richard Gleave

Host

2025 Alter Ego Running Ambassador 🧢
*Choose to Endure Podcast Host*
Dad, Ultra Runner, Coffee & Craft Beer Enthusiast 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧🇨🇱🇺🇸

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Scott Devenport

Author

My name is Scott Devenport, and I’m a former pack-a-day smoker who now runs ultra-marathons! I’m a UESCA Running and Ultramarathon coach and UTSC 100-mile Winner in 2022. I fell in love with running, and I now run every day, including a run streak that lasted just over 1,000 days! When I’m not out getting in some mileage, I can often be found writing about anything ultramarathon or running-related as my way of sharing the incredible world of running with others. See you out on the trails!

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Monica C. Rose

Author

I was in law for 16 years before starting my own cleaning business in December of 2019. I am currently in school to become a trail and ultra running coach. I am member of Mind of Matter Athletes and listed as a competitor for Momentus. I have served as an ambassador for Honey Stinger, Momentus and Texas Trail Racing Over Texas. I was super privileged and honored to be an official pacer for the Chevron Marathon and Woodlands Marathon in 2022. Next to running, reading and gardening are my hobbies. You can find me on Instagram @monica.c.ferguson.7 (the bulk of my running content is here) or Facebook.

Reviews

Back of Packers

"Love this podcast, and not just because of the his cool accent! Lots of great guests and insights to this crazy world of ultras!! You won’t be disappointed!!"

Debt_free_runner | March 6, 2024

Listen to this podcast!

"Great information, especially if you’re in Texas or in the back of the pack."

vacation-on | March 5, 2024

Great Show

"Great podcast with interesting topics and people! Perfect for those long training miles."

Christy | May 24, 2024

This has really cool guests and a great chill vibe from the host 🤙🏻

"my favorite part about this podcast is getting to hear stories from people that you normally wouldn’t, it reminds me of the people I meet on the trails. Richard seems like a pretty nice guy and you c…"

onlyaman | June 6, 2024

Celebrating “everyday” athletes

"I love Richard’s inspiration for everyday folks—you don’t have to be an elite or immortal to run incredible distances. Super inspiring show!"

Goddess Health | July 2, 2024