Episode 3: Eric became sober through running

We meet with Eric Stiffarm to discuss his experience with running ultra-marathons, spanning from multiple 100 mile races to finishing a 200 mile race. He will discuss the adversity that he faced to become a finisher for both 100 mile races and his 200 mile race.He also will share how sobriety changed his life which improved both his mental and physical health. Running helped him center his life  when he became sober.

We meet with Sydney Thorvaldson, an All-American XC and Track athlete at University of Arkansas. She has won an incredible 19 state championship titles in Wyoming while she was in high school through XC, indoor and outdoor track. Additionally, she has won an individual SEC title and a team NCAA championship at the University of Arkansas. Along with becoming an US and NCAA Individual Champion.We are excited to hear her share her story on “A Runners Mind”

In Episode One, ultrarunner Evan Jensen shares his personal journey and explains how running has shaped his life. He started running and it motivated him to keep improving and eventually take on ultramarathons, including more than 18 100-mile finishes. Throughout the episode, Evan discusses perseverance, mental toughness, and refusing to let hardships define him. His story shows how setting goals, facing challenges, and maintaining a positive mindset can help people overcome obstacles and accomplish things they once thought were impossible. The main message of the episode is to never give up, even when life gets difficult, because challenges can help us grow stronger and discover our true potential.