Proudly back as a Spartan Canada Ambassador for 2023. I'll be bringing you all of the updates for races, the hottest savings and whatever else you need to get you to put that date on the calendar. We've got some excellent Canadian race dates at some killer venues this race season. My new Ambassador code SAPCA-70X-3056X is good for %20 off at Checkout. Now is the time to commit. AROO!!! #srcba23 #spartanracecanada #spartancanadaambassador #Spartan #dohardshit #spartanrace #beunbreakable #unbreakable #positivity #positiveliving #positivementalattitude #beyourbestself https://www.instagram.com/p/CoanKXwyDYG/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

RFP Podcast Episode #268 – Ultra Dad Session #76: Stupid Courage

 Saw this imaged included with today’s podcast earlier and had to talk about it. Summarizes much of what I experienced with the race last week, and like ultramarathons, provides another metaphor for life. Not big introduction, time to settle in and hopefully grab a nugget or two?

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 Listen to the most recent episode of my podcast: RFP Podcast Episode #268 – Ultra Dad Session #76: Stupid Courage  

 How’d we get here?

 The Ultra Dad’s Podcast came from an idea Cindy Shane created.  Well, she planted the idea in our head after listening to the first time Bryan was on the RFP Podcast in May 2020.  There have many times over the years when we speak on the phone or in person the “we should be recording this” line comes out.  Well, here we are jumping in with both feet, like we tend to do, sharing with you our perspectives on life.  Let’s be candid – we are not perfect, and we fail often. Our favorite term to use is “it’s not ideal” and there have been countless times we’ve uttered, “a plan is great until you are punched in the face;” – but we do laugh a lot, at ourselves and/or each other mostly 😊.  All that said, there are those brief moments where things tend to fall into place and we, somehow, make it to that finish line – as ultrarunners yes, but most importantly has husbands, fathers, friends, and human beings.  We wanted to share those imperfections and those incredible moments that we’ve been fortunate enough to experience together over the last 30+ years.  So, sit back, grab a cold one, and hopefully this will be another time where things fall into place.

 -        Bryan & Mike

#DontTakeTheEasyWay #IfItWasEasyEveryoneWouldDoIt #DoHardShit (at Stay Sharp Barber Shop) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1_xdlehA1B/?igshid=oaqsx9eskf8u

One leg and two huge balls @derick_carver First attempt at 315 lbs since injury. • Ended up pulling 385 lbs. • I was scared. Couldn’t get the thought of my body failing me again. It’s honestly what’s kept me from pushing harder. • It’s been a long time since I’ve been afraid but it wasn’t the fear of failing.....it was the fear of not being able to do what I love. • The best part of everything that day was being able to climb that mountain surrounded by family and friends. • #deadlifttillimdead #dieliving #staythecourse #deadlift #lifting #belegendary #soflete #columbia #southcarolina #family #monday #motivation #inspiration #veteran #strongman #powerlifting #strong #mondaymotivation #goodmorning #dohardshit #fear #love #life #disabled #usa #greatness #zeroismyfavoritenumber

Almost 80 percent of people that start going to the gym or adopting exercise into their lives will quit after 3 months because they don't see immediate results. It's a long hard road that takes discipline, grit and mental toughness. Stick to that regimen. Stick to that diet. The long term positive effects outweigh everything else. Want to increase your chance of success? Sign up for a Spartan Race. Put the date on the calendar. Talk about it on social media so you can be held accountable. Use my Ambassador Code SRCBA23-6231X at Checkout for %15 off. Be your best self. #srcba23 ##spartancanadaambassador #spartanracecanada #Spartan #spartanlifestyle #beunbreakable #unbreakable #positivity #positivementalattitude #becomeabeast #dohardshit https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn2LZNfJ1GE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

As someone who has dealt with depression and anxiety in the past I can say the lifestyle that I have adopted has helped me through my tough times in more ways than one. Racing and training has taught me discipline, focus and the courage to face anything. It's helped teach me how to fuel my body better, to get better rest, to avoid stress when I can and to be mindful about how I feel as a whole. Never sacrificing my mental and physical health for other things. I learned to reach down and help my fellow humans out of the muck and mud that life can throw at us as well. I've become stronger, wiser and I'm learning to be more patient. I'll always be thankful for this sport, this lifestyle that I now live and what I gained from it up till now. And what I will gain in the future. I Am Spartan AROO!! @spartan @spartanracecanada @spartanrace #srcba23 #spartanracecanada #spartancanadaambassador #spartan #unbreakable #beunbreakable #positivity #positiveliving #positivementalattitude #beyourbestself #dohardshit https://www.instagram.com/p/CnxWl0vysgR/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Still a chance to take advantage of the Amazing deal we have going on. Use my Spartan Canada Ambassador code SRCBA23-6231X at Checkout and get 35 percent off Canadian races. This deal ends at midnight on the 15th so now is the time to get that date on the calendar. #spartanracecanada #srcba23 #spartan #spartanrace #spartanup #dohardshit #unbreakable #beunbreakable (at Red Deer, Alberta) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnaTeVeS1MU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

The deal of the year is here!!! Use my Spartan Canada Ambassador code SRCBA23-6231X at Checkout and get %35 off at Checkout. This is exclusive to Spartan Canada Ambassadors and you won't find this deal anywhere else. This deal goes until January 15th. It's time to change your life. AROO!! #srcba23 #spartanracecanada #spartancanadaambassador #spartan #spartanrace #beunbreakable #dohardshit https://www.instagram.com/p/CnX53mmPTcr/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

2023!! New Year. New You. Now is the time to get that date on the calendar and get signed up for 2023 races. @heritage_ranch will be hosting the Super, Sprint and Kids weekend here in July. New swag. Same grit and determination. Start training and become the best version of yourself. Use my Spartan Canada Ambassador Code SRCBA23-6231X at Checkout for 15 percent off. It's your time to become a Spartan. AROO!!! #srcba23 #spartan #spartanracecanada #spartancanada #dohardshit #spartanrace #beunbreakable #unbreakable #positivementalattitude #beyourbestself #trainhard #spartanup #healthylifestyle #healthyliving (at Red Deer, Alberta) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnSV6XbPbD7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

It's race weekend!!! The Blue Mountain Trifecta Weekend is finally here. If you can't race this weekend we can always use amazing volunteers to help keep things moving. Being a volunteer means some awesome swag, we feed you and you get to witness the action first hand. Find our volunteer tent and sign up. That easy. For those racing enjoy the event and good luck. AROO!!! #spartancanadaambassador #srcba22 #spartanracecanada #spartancanada #trifectaweekend #beabeast #beunbreakable #unbreakable #beyourbestself #positivementalattitude #positiveliving #positivevibes #dohardshit https://www.instagram.com/p/CkBdg_WpKgZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Packed in a few KMs on the bike for a great training ride on the Banff Legacy Trail. We're only 5 days away from Spartan Red Deer. Get signed up and do some hard S**t. Use my Ambassador promo code for 15 percent off. #srcba22 #spartancanadaambassador #spartanrace #spartancanada #spartanracecanada #dohardshit #beabeast #positivementalattitude #posativelifestyle #positiveliving (at Red Deer, Alberta) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgNGv6zvkQ9/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Throwback Thursday. May 2014 I didn't really understand or at least didn't much pay attention to self care. When I did my very first Spartan Race I was still smoking, drinking almost every night, Depressed and extremely out of shape. I wasn't prepared. But my life was definitely changed for the better that day. Fast forward to 8 years later. Multiple races done, I prioritize my health both mental and physical over the other stuff. I'm way more proud of my days spent on the trails biking, hiking or swimming vs the ones where I'm hungover and don't wanna leave the couch. Spartan has made me more focused, a better employee at work and probably more pleasant to be around in general. Sometimes doing hard stuff is the right move in the right direction. #dohardshit #srcba22 #spartancanadaambassador #beabeast #beunbreakable #beyourbestself #posativelifestyle #positivementalattitude #spartanrace #spartanracecanada #livelife #lovelive (at Base Camp X) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeT6VW3J_zx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Every workout I do is important when training for races. Be it a morning run, a swim or a bike ride. When I'm getting ready for upcoming events biking is by far my favorite. I feel like I'm getting a great deal of my fitness bases covered. And I get to take in amazing scenery. I like to spread my training out over multiple activities. Not only is it great for my fitness. But for my mental health as well. Such an amazing ride today with a buddy. The sun, the fresh air. Perfect. This kind of activity makes me love training. Are you ready to put that date on the calendar and start your outdoor adventures to get ready for some Spartan Races? Use my @spartanracecanada Ambassador discount code SRCBA-797X for %15 off at Checkout. Get signed up. Change your life. AROO!!! #spartan #spartancanadaambassador #srcba22 #beabeast #beunbreakable #beyourbestself #spartanrace #dohardshit #posativelifestyle #positiveliving #positivementalattitude #spartancanada (at Base Camp X) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cdo1FqOJLVK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=