The Hard Way With Joe De Sena

Lindsay Webster has won more obstacle racing titles than anyone. She is beating everyone in the field, and usually by several minutes. We talk about her skiing and mountain bike racing background, what she loses sleep over, and how she stays on top year in and year out. LESSONS:   Staying consistent year in and year out. What she’s improved the most in recent years. How she balances run and obstacle training. What’s in her homemade gym.   SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay   FOLLOW US: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod Matt B Davis at Obstacle Racing Media on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/obstacleracingmedia/ Lindsay Webster on Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydawnwebster/   CREDITS: Host: Matt B Davis (@mattbdavis) Show Notes: Matt B Davis Producer: Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Editing: Marion Abrams   © 2019 Spartan  

Feeling insecure, struggling with self-esteem, and being unsure of whether you’re good enough are all common issues that can arise in your lifetime. It doesn’t make you broken, it just makes you human. But working hard to cut off the parts of yourself that you don’t like isn’t the best way to go about building up your self-esteem and certainly flies in the face of self-acceptance. Embracing those elements of yourself that you wish were different is a more effective tactic and, in the end, leaves you feeling more confident and whole. LESSONS: Wanting to avoid, ignore, or push away altogether the parts of yourself that you don’t like is a common, though ineffective tactic. Try to embrace and accept the parts of yourself that you don’t like, rather than push them away. Use a mantra to help yourself embrace who you are. Integrate positive affirmations into your routine and begin to acknowledge how these parts of yourself actually make you unique and special. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP AND DR. L: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod Dr. L on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drlarapence/ CREDITS: Production Team: Heather Knox, Knox Creative; Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Host: Dr. Lara Pence Synopsis: Dr. Lara Pence © 2019 Spartan

When you sit at home in the evening and watch horrific recountings of violence happening around the world, have you thought about who is doing the reporting? One must remember the brave souls risking their lives to shed light on these realities, in an effort to bring global awareness and balanced reporting to these issues. Lara Logan, an Emmy award winning television and radio journalist / war correspondent, has had a career that has brought her to the front lines of numerous civil wars in Africa, coup’s, Afghanistan, living in the Red Zone during the Iraq War and the uprisings in Egypt to name just a few. She has endured unspeakable assaults and witnessed deaths and destruction on many continents. Through all of these events she exudes the utmost resilience and teaches us to hold true to our principles, that everything has a price and that no one can take away the freedom that lives within you. Warning The interview in this episode includes the recounting of violent events and may not be suitable for all audiences. LESSONS Principles mean nothing if their just slogans Be consistent Kindness and respect are paramount Listen to what people say - inhale information Don’t take no for an answer When you are knocked down- get back up Everything has a price Stay true to yourself No one can give or take away your freedom - it’s within you LINKS TIME STAMPS 0:00 Joe, Colonel Nye & guest host Josh Cosby introduce this episode 1:11 Interview begins with Lara Logan & Lonnie Mayne 2:00 Knowing what you believe in- growing up during apartehied in South Africa 4:00 Consistency as an imperative quality 5:00 Life is for the living 7:00 Parenting pointers and family sacrifices for believing in the mission 9:45 A different notion of balance 10:30 Inhaling information and learning as much as you can all the time 12:00 Her first assignment 15:00 Going to war as a reporter for the first time 16:45 Tales from the front lines 18:35 Don’t take no for an answer & always get back up 19:12 Break 19:57 Interview continues with horrifying events in Egypt 22:00 Imprisoned in Egypt 24:00 Attacked and sexually assaulted by a mob 26:30 Fighting for dignity or die fighting 30:00 The hope of possible survival 33:00 Unimaginable horrors 34:15 Dealing with news of cancer 37:00 Deciding “how much” “ you give your abusers each day 38:00 Staying true to yourself 39:45 Joe, The Colonel and guest Josh discuss this remarkable interview SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena, Tim Nye, Guest Hosts Josh Crosby & Lonnie Mayne. Co-hosts Sefra Alexandra and “Dr. Johnny Waite are off seeking adventures and stories of resilience this week. Synopsis – Sefra Alexandra | Seed Huntress Production Assistant - Andrea Hagarty © 2019 Spartan

Alyssa burst onto the OCR scene by winning her home race in Seattle, WA in the fall of 2015. Since then she has seen 40 plus podiums, including 3rd best in the world at the Spartan Tahoe World Championship in 2017. On today’s episode she talks with Matt B Davis about coming back from injuries and switching up her training and coaching to become a better athlete. LESSONS:   Coming back from injury. How manual labor can prepare you for OCR. High intensity workouts that work for her. Focusing on “Quality Running”. Choosing the coach that's right with you. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay   FOLLOW US: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod Matt B Davis at Obstacle Racing Media on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/obstacleracingmedia/ Alyssa Hawley on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alyssahawley14/   CREDITS: Host: Matt B Davis (@mattbdavis) Show Notes: Matt B Davis Producer: Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Editing: Marion Abrams   © 2019 Spartan

Having hard conversations are part of life. Not the part that we always enjoy or look forward to but essential and unavoidable nonetheless. Because of the discomfort associated with hard conversations, we like to avoid them or engage in unhelpful practices that actually don’t serve communication or intent. Learning how to have a difficult conversation is something that many of us have to do if we want to elevate our relationships and move towards that which makes us more resilient. LESSONS: Having hard conversations is part of being human, especially if you are looking to build distress tolerance skills and effective communication styles. Remember the following when you go into a difficult conversation: Ask yourself what your intention is behind the conversation. Remind yourself that difficult conversations often help relationships, not harm them. Breathe and be calm. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP AND DR. L: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod Dr. L on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drlarapence/ CREDITS: Production Team: Heather Knox, Knox Creative; Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Host: Dr. Lara Pence Synopsis: Dr. Lara Pence © 2019 Spartan

Mixed Martial Artist and UFC Champion Keith Jardine, known as the Dean of Mean talks about his relentless spirit in fighting his way to infamy in and out of the ring. Famous for some legendary takedowns, a reality tv show and now a successful paleo business venture- learn what it takes to be a heavyweight in business and battle. LESSONS Find your purpose Be relentless in achieving your goals Know when to pivot LINKS https://cavemancoffeeco.com/ TIME STAMPS 0:00 Intro with Joe, the Colonel & Guest Host World Champion rower Josh Crosby 2:40 Interview begins drinking Caveman coffee & the “Dean of Mean” 4:25 Growing up playing football & wrestling in Oregon / California 6:25 The strange man nobody wanted to mess with 7:30 Training for sports as a way of life 9:00 Outlets for testosterone & proving yourself nonverbally 10:00 showing up “unattached” to world class wrestling tournaments 11:00 Starting MMA training & the drive to be a boxer 14:00 The joy of the fight 14:15 Burpee Break 15:35 Fighting internationally 18:30 Overcoming the struggle 20:45 Reality T.V. & the UFC 23:00 Training regiment 24:30 Getting in control of food 27:00 Col Nye, Joe & Josh discuss lessons learned SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena, Tim Nye & Guest Host Josh Crosby Synopsis – Sefra Alexandra | Seed Huntress Production Assistant - Andrea Hagarty © 2019 Spartan

We don’t always have the time to do a deep dive to uncover what might be impacting us negatively. Nevertheless, we need to pay attention to the things that are bothering us so that we can understand the way that we operate more intimately. It doesn’t take a whole lot of time to ask yourself a few easy questions that might pinpoint what needs your attention and remediation. Tuning into your hunger level, angry feelings, lonely experience, and whether or not you are tired can easily check off a few regular triggers. LESSONS: If you don’t have time for a deep dive to discover what’s bothering you, ask yourself these easy four questions to help uncover the answer: a. Are you hungry? b. Are you angry? c. Are you lonely? d. Are you tired? If you answer yes to any of those questions, see what you can do to address your needs and get yourself back on track. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP AND DR. L: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod Dr. L on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drlarapence/ CREDITS: Production Team: Heather Knox, Knox Creative; Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Host: Dr. Lara Pence Synopsis: Dr. Lara Pence © 2019 Spartan

He’s not the first to tell Spartan founder, Joe De Sena, he made it to the pro level of soccer, or that an injury changed his trajectory and set him on a new path. Like many there were successes and failures along the way, challenges to overcome and great rewards. But Andy Ramage is not here to talk about that. He’s with us to talk about the discovery he made that changed EVERY aspect of his life for the better. It sounds like a late-night TV ad, but it’s true. There’s one simple change you can make in your life that will make you happier, more successful, healthier and improve your relationships - and Andy is on a mission to teach you about it. LESSONS One lesson. There’s an easy way to improve your life. LINKS O.N.Y.B. https://youtu.be/NKSzxY8SFVw Interview with O.N.Y.B.Ruari Fairbairns VIDEO https://youtu.be/Ckwgpxiqswo AUDIO https://podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/177-one-thing-to-10x-everything-ruari-fairbairns/id952870930?i=1000399421715 Interview with Chris Herren VIDEO https://youtu.be/P7JK21-15zs AUDIO https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/238-chris-herren-the-truth-about-addiction-interview/id952870930?i=1000431598065 Are you a podcaster with a message of resilience - mental or physical? If you talk about nutrition, fitness, self improvement, leadership, wellness, running or OCR join us on our mission to rip 100 million people of the couch and give them the tools to keep going at Spartan World Media Fest brought to you by ATP Science! https://www.spartan.com/en/2019-tahoe-spartan-podfest   TIME STAMPS 00:00 Joe De Sena introduces the interview & the secret pill 01:14 Joe De Sena interview Andy Ramage 01:50 Andy’s Roots 02:25 Andy’s journey to Pro Soccer 03:35 Joe teaches Andy the Fist Bump 03:50 The Injury that Changed his Path 06:45 Travelling the World - What he loves about Ireland 07:15 How do you define excessive drinking? 08:10 Travel to Australia 09:00 Becoming a Broker 10:45 Success vs Happiness 11:20 Starting a New Business with a Unique Advantage 13:00 The How to Be Your Absolute Best 14:40 BREAK - Hear about Spartan World Media Fest, and event for podcasters and content creators who share our mission of resilience for mind and body. 15:05 Health Issues in the Face of “Success” 17:15 How Andy Reversed his Health Issues 18:40 Starting ONYB 22:50 The Social Pressure 24:20 Kryptonite 24:50 Seeing Behind the Matrix 27:25 We miss you Sefra, Johnny and COl Nye. 27:35 Joe De Sena wraps up: are you sleepwalking through life? 28:05 Give Credit to those that make Healthy Choices 28:15 Check out the interview with NBA player Chris Herren about addiction and recovery 28:54 The Rewards 29:30 Another way to Overcome Fear 29:40 Tell us what you think on Instagram at @SPartanUpPodcast   SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena, Sefra Alexandra, Johnny Waite & guest Dr. Lara Pence Synopsis – Sefra Alexandra Production Assistant - Andrea Hagarty © 2019 Spartan

Everyone has a valuable contribution to make and everyone gets stuck. It’s part of what makes us human. Sometimes what works for one person doesn’t work for everyone. Which is why we’ve brought the Spartan Up podcast family together to ask what works for them when they feel stuck, Sefra the Seedhuntress, retired Col. Tim Nye and "Dr" Johnny Waite. Each answer is unique - a testament to each of us having our own unique journeys. The key here is to try each tactic out and see which one works for you. From remember the power of family, grounding yourself in the bite of ice cold water, or waking up each day with an intention - there’s lots to choose from to move you from feeling stuck to free. LESSONS: We can all benefit from hearing how others cope when they feel stuck. Try the following practices to get you on track: Reconnect with family and use the power of your tribe to get you grounded. Immerse yourself in a cold bath to reinvigorate the senses and get you grounded. Set an intention in the morning, taking into consideration how you want the day to go and let YOU be the driver of how the day starts. Use a mantra to facilitate momentum. Check in with your values to ensure that you are in alignment with what matters to you. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP AND DR. L: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod Dr. L on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drlarapence/ CREDITS: Production Team: Heather Knox, Knox Creative; Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Host: Dr. Lara Pence Synopsis: Dr. Lara Pence © 2019 Spartan

This week Joe sits down with Jim Gregory a former Green Beret & Olympian (with an asterisk.) Jim didn’t always reach the ultimate goals he set for himself, but he always persisted with confidence and a positive attitude. The result is a life of incredible accomplishment. How can you grow from disappointment? What can you learn from failure? Does tough training in youth give you the foundation to withstand these trials? All these are questions Joe and Jim discuss. Learn what the asterisk next to Olympian means and the secret to a life without regrets. LESSONS Make pain your friend Find opportunities for growth in disappointment Take chances & throw yourself out there! Get uncomfortable Push as hard as you can Don’t give up LINKS https://f3nation.com This episode of Spartan Up is brought to you by Duke Cannon. Visit Dukecannon.com right now to get 15% off your first order with the promo code SPARTAN. Free shipping on orders over $35 TIME STAMPS 0:00 Joe, Sefra, Johnny and guest Host Dr. L introduce interview 1:30 DukeCannon.com Sponsor Break 2:00 Interview with Jim Gregory at Westpoint 3:15 Becoming a friend to pain 4:30 Joining the Army 5:45 Inspired by Apache helicopters after Desert Storm 7:15 Entering Ranger School 9:15 The Pentathlon team 12:00 Recycling Ranger School … twice 14:10 DukeCannon.com Sponsor Break 16:00 Entering World Class Athlete Program 18:20 Wins National Championship for modern Pentathlon 19:45 Ranked tenth in the World 21:00 Shaking off disappointment 23:00 Training during 9/11 25:00 Taking chances & putting yourself out there 26:00 Pushing as hard as you can 27:30 Never giving up & taking life as it comes 28:45 F3: Fitness, Fellowship & Faith 31:05 Joe, Sefra, Johnny & guest host Dr. L discuss what they learned from Jim 35:40 DukeCannon.com Sponsor close SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena, Sefra Alexandra, Johnny Waite & guest Dr. Lara Pence Synopsis – Sefra Alexandra Production Assistant - Andrea Hagarty © 2019 Spartan