Episodes
Aug. 16, 2024
Kansas Buckleheads’ Jonathan Prosser Shares His First 200-Mile Race Experience At The Epic New “Summit 200”!
What does it take to conquer a 200-mile race through the Colorado mountains? Ultra runner and Kansas Buckleheads trail group officionado Jonathan Prosser joins us to share his remarkable transformation from a half marathon fi...
Aug. 9, 2024
Fueling for the Long Haul: Expert Nutrition Tips for Ultra Runners with Gaby Villa of IntensEATfit
Unlock the secrets to maximizing your endurance performance with expert insights from sports nutritionist and dietitian Gaby Villa of IntensEATfit. Discover how everyday nutrition habits can dramatically enhance your race day...
Aug. 2, 2024
V for Victor-y! Victor Ballesteros Talks Directing the Headlands 50K, Announcing at Western States 100 & his Company Victory Sportdesign.
Meet all-round trail legend MISTER Victor Ballesteros, the visionary behind Victory Sportdesign and the Tamalpa Headlands 50K. In this episode of Choose to Endure, we explore Victor's compelling journey from a childhood steep...
July 26, 2024
6 Days in the Dome: “Living an Ultra Life” Podcast Host Mike Horner Walks Us Through The Race & His Mammoth 322 Mile Finish!
Mike Horner's journey from playing hockey and football to becoming an accomplished back-of-the-pack ultra runner at the age of 50 is nothing short of inspiring. Starting his ultra running journey after a health wake-up call, ...
July 19, 2024
Western States 100: “Red Shorts Guy” Chris Culpepper and The Active Joe Sponsored Runner Karen Ellis Share Their Contrasting Race Experiences
This is a BUMPER episode packed with not 1, but 2 stories from the recent Western States 100 event!! It’s a 2-FOR-1 !! Grab a coffee, sit down and get comfortable - it’s gonna be a while. Join us as we welcome WS Golden Hou...
July 12, 2024
Mastering Sleep for Ultra Performance w/Sleep Coach & Author Amanda Chocko
Can optimizing your sleep be the ultimate game-changer for endurance athletes? Join us on this insightful episode of Choose to Endure as we explore the profound impact of sleep on ultra-runners with Amanda Chocko, a renowned ...
July 5, 2024
Caveman Challenge: Jeff Colgrove of Caveman Endurance shares a look at his BRAND NEW RACE in Denison, TX!
In our latest episode of Choose to Endure, we sit down with ultramarathon runner Jeff Colgrove, who shares his transformative journey from high school runner to ultra-endurance athlete. Jeff recounts how his quest to shed pou...
June 28, 2024
Team USA’s Megan Eckert: Reluctant Runner to Big’s Backyard - Logging Loops and Inspiring The Next Generation
Something to Say? Send Us a Message! Ever wonder what turns a reluctant runner into an elite athlete representing the USA? Join us for a compelling episode as we sit down with Megan Eckert, an accomplished ultra runner whose ...
June 21, 2024
Why Do We Do These Things Called Ultras? A Collection of 17 Personal Reasons, Shared By Listeners Just Like You…
Something to Say? Send Us a Message! What drives someone to push their physical and mental limits in ultrarunning? Join me, Richard Gleave, as we explore this compelling question and uncover the deeply personal motivations th...
June 14, 2024
Talking 'Bout a Revolution: PATH Projects' Cutting-Edge Running & Lifestyle Apparel w/CEO Scott Bailey and Co-Founder Floris Gierman.
Something to Say? Send Us a Message! Ever wondered what it takes to disrupt an industry and create the perfect running and lifestyle gear? On this episode of Choose to Endure, we bring you an exclusive conversation with CEO ...
June 7, 2024
Feeling Burned Out? Finding Balance Between Athletic Performance and Living a Fulfilling Life
Something to Say? Send Us a Message! What does it really take to optimize your ultra running performance without sacrificing your happiness and well-being? Join me, Richard Gleave, on Choose to Endure, as we uncover the hidde...
May 30, 2024
Into the Ultraverse: Chase & Casey Hammond Talk Ultraverse Supplements, Races and Their EPIC New Event - Summit 200!
Something to Say? Send Us a Message! Embark on a journey into the Ultraverse featuring bespoke races and nutrition designed for the ultra-endurance athlete with Chase and Casey Hammond of Ultraverse Supplements. They join me,...
May 24, 2024
Hear me ROAR! Christy Krchnavy Conquers Cocodona 250 with an Umbrella, High-Fives and the Heart of a Lion
Something to Say? Send Us a Message! When Ultra Expeditions Race Director Christy Krchnavy laced up her shoes to start the Cocodona 250 mile race through the rugged Arizona landscape, she carried more than just her running g...
May 17, 2024
Podcast Updates, What’s Coming Up in Season 2 and a Listener Call To Action (CTA) for YOU!
Something to Say? Send Us a Message! Get ready to elevate your ultra-running game as your host Richard Gleave takes you through an exclusive reveal of what's in store for the second season of Choose to Endure. Kicking off on ...
May 10, 2024
What’s In A Name? Unpacking The Story Behind “Choose to Endure”
Something to Say? Send Us a Message! You asked, so here it is!! Embark on a short BONUS journey with me, Richard Gleave, as we explore the parallels between ultra running and life's myriad challenges. Through the lens of a pe...
May 3, 2024
Red Dirt Revelations: Scott & Kurt’s 100-Mile Louisiana Adventure & Review
Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how the body and mind recover after a grueling 100-mile ultra marathon? Kurt Lacroix and Scott Weidenbacher, ultrarunning powerhouses, join us to unravel that very mystery - sharing their...
April 26, 2024
Race Cancelled? How to Navigate the Emotions and Find a Positive Outcome
As your ultra-endurance companion, I have weathered the storm of race cancellations alongside you, feeling the sting of lost opportunities and hard work seemingly evaporate. Together on this journey, we open the conversation ...
April 19, 2024
The Rise of Backyard Ultras: Exploring their Popularity & Why they Captivate Runners Worldwide
Prepare to be captivated by the sheer grit and tenacity required for backyard ultras, as I guide you through the raw and transformative world of this unique race format. Imagine stepping into a competition where the end is as...
April 12, 2024
Mindset & Mental Wellbeing w/ Shannon Mick: Unlocking the Potential to Transform Your Ultra Running.
Ever felt like the last few miles of an ultra were battling not just your body, but your mind? I'm Richard Gleave, and together with counselor and ultramarathon aficionado Shannon Mick, we unravel the mental labyrinth of ultr...
April 5, 2024
Trekking Poles in Ultra Marathons: Boost or Burden? + Tips For Effective Use
Trekking poles: essential gear or just extra bulk and stress? That's the question we tackle head-on as we traverse the divisive subject of pole use in ultra running. With a landscape as varied as the runners who cross it, we...
March 29, 2024
Jackalope Jammin’ w/ Chris Trevino: What it’s All About & Why YOU Should Sign Up!
Chris Trevino joins us on an odyssey into the soul of ultrarunning, where the grit of the Jackalope Jam meets the warmth of a community that laughs, endures, and transforms together. Picture a tent city alive with camaraderie...
March 22, 2024
Maximizing Music: How to Tune Up Your Ultra Training & Race Day Strategy
Ever wondered how a simple playlist could be your ultimate ultrarunning ally? Strap on your favorite running shoes and join me, Richard Gleave, as I take you through the rhythmic heart of ultra running. We'll uncover the tran...
March 15, 2024
Ultra Essentials Part 3 of 3: Training Plans, Injury Prevention/Management, Choosing the Right Events, The Ultra Community
Welcome back to Ultra Essentials. The 3 part series where we’ve been reminding you of the basics of ultra running in a bite sized, consumable format without trying to overwhelm you with science or information. Hopefully givin...
March 8, 2024
Strategies for Handling Setbacks in Ultras w/Garrett Fredrick of The Trail Trash Podcast
Join us as Richard sits down with Frederick Garrett, delving into the transformative power of ultra running. Garrett's journey from the darkness of depression to the punishing yet rewarding world of endurance sports is not ju...