The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka 237. Andrew Glaze: On The Mental Health Benefits of Running 100 Miles Weekly
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Jan 20, 2026 
In this conversation with ultra-endurance athlete and firefighter Andrew Glaze, he reveals how running 100-mile weeks helped him overcome anxiety and PTSD. Andrew shares his unique recovery protocols like sauna and cold plunges, and discusses the nutritional strategies that fuel his grueling races. He describes the mental resilience gained from extreme running and the importance of community support. With insights into his training for the Moab 240, Andrew emphasizes the balance of personal goals and inspiring others through sport.
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Running As PTSD Recovery
- Andrew Glaze used running to overcome anxiety, depression, and PTSD from firefighting exposure.
- He replaced substance use with exercise and never returned to that dark period.
Pain Cave Silences Intrusive Thoughts
- Ultra running silences PTSD because survival focus drowns intrusive thoughts.
- The pain-cave trains the brain to handle extreme stress in life.
Fuel To Prevent Overuse Injuries
- Prioritize fueling and calories to avoid bone and tendon injuries during heavy training.
- Eat enough and experiment to find what your stomach tolerates during long efforts.
