The Do Hard Things Podcast by Elite SRS

Michael Chernow is the founder and CEO of Kreatures of Habit, a restaurateur in New York City and a fitness and food influencer. He shares about the abuse of his father when he was a young boy which drove him to drugs and alcohol as an escape. After nearly dying, Michael was able to get help and become sober, turning his life around. He reminds us that we’ve already made it through everything to this point and the only thing left to do is get back up. Episode Links: If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Kevin Ogar is the owner of CrossFit WatchTower in Colorado, a global speaker for adaptive training, and a staff member for CrossFit HQ. Kevin shares the story of his paralysis in 2014 that left him with just a 15% chance of survival. He shares how he was granted a crystallized purpose through his near-death experience that has shaped him into the man he is today. Kevin reminds us that identifying our purpose transforms any difficulty into opportunity and that is found most clearly through faith in Christ. Episode Links: kevin@crossfitwatchtower.comCrossFit WatchTowerhttps://ata.fit/https://www.wheelwodgames.com/If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Elijah Muhammad is a father of four, owner of two CrossFit gyms, a competitive CrossFit athlete and former college basketball player. He shares the story of his freshman year in college and how he was able to remain resilient despite feeling alone and uncomfortable. Elijah talks about developing a confidence in God’s purpose in hardship and staying committed to his decisions. He reminds us that if we’re breathing and walking, we have something to be thankful for. Episode Links: http://www.crossfitankeny.com/https://unorthodoxfitnessdsm.com/https://www.instagram.com/elijahezmuhammad/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/ElijahEZMuhammad/https://www.projectonyxdsm.com/If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Jim Conzelman is a retired member of the Navy and the co-founder of Faith RXD, a non-profit blending faith and fitness. Jim shares the sudden passing of his wife, Becky, in 2019 to a brain aneurism, and how his understanding and trust in God’s character allowed him to carry on. Jim reminds us that our feelings are important and we need to be able to process them in a healthy community. Episode Links: https://www.instagram.com/faithrxd/?hl=enhttps://faithrxd.org/If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Jill Tupper is a widely recognized keynote speaker, known for her emphasis on body, mind and spirit. She is currently leading trips to the war zone of Ukraine through her organization Global Warriors – Powered by Love to help train people to manage trauma. In our conversation, Jill shares about a 10 year season of loss after loss after loss that caused her to doubt God and His goodness. She reminds us that even the deepest of valleys has a tremendous purpose, whether we see it at the time or not. Episode Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jilltupper/https://jilltupper.com/speaking-training/https://jilltupper.com/https://www.instagram.com/jilltupper/If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Eric Hinman is a 5x Ironman, an angel investor in health and wellness brands, and a fitness influencer with over 150k followers. Eric recounts his high speed bike crash while training for the Lake Placid Iron Man and the resilience needed to compete just 9 days afterward. He was able to finish the race and make it to Kona, the pinnacle of the Iron Man sport, the same year. Eric also reveals some of his tips and tricks for living intentionally to start living a life of growth and purpose. Episode Links: https://www.instagram.com/erichinman/?hl=enhttps://www.erichinman.com/If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Mollee Rucker is an avid trail runner, self-made philosopher and the co-founder of KetoBrainz. Mollee shares growing up obese, turning to anorexia to make herself feel better, and the journey that led her to understand the chemicals in her brain and her ability to manage them towards a greater self-control. She reminds us that our circumstances do not need to define our outlook and we have more agency to shape our present moment than we realize. Episode Links: https://www.instagram.com/ketobrainz/?hl=enhttps://ketobrainz.com/If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Danielle Thomson is a mom of five and the owner of Honey Shine Calendula, an organic skincare brand. Danielle shares how she found herself living on the street with her seven month old son and choosing to rewrite the narrative. She reminds us that the story we tell ourselves is powerful to shape our future and adding the words “right now” reframes the hard to be temporary and manageable. Episode Links: https://www.instagram.com/honey_shine_calendula/https://www.honeyshinecalendula.com/If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Lara Antonello is the owner of a Cuban food truck called La Osera and a former natural biologist and self-proclaimed “bear person.” Lara shares about her Cuban roots and the two-year battle with her parents over returning home to visit family. She talks about the emotional toll of all the discussions and shares that opening yourself up to be surprised by the people you love the most can lead to breakthroughs in your differences. Episode Links: https://www.instagram.com/larry.labamba/?hl=en@la.osera.idahocontact.la.osera@gmail.comhttps://digitalcommons.csbsju.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1040&context=headwaters If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Jewell Swetman is the owner of a healthy protein bar company, Sweet Fuel based in Ventura, California. Jewell talks about growing up overweight and unhealthy before a year-long health scare forced her to change her eating habits and she started losing weight. Before she knew it, she was quitting her job, starting a nutrition company and inspiring others through her story. It’s incremental, marginal improvements over time that led her to the healthy life she now champions. Episode Links: https://www.instagram.com/getsweetfuel/?hl=enhttps://getsweetfuel.com/https://www.tiktok.com/@getsweetfuelIf you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Julian Carr is a professional skier and the founder of Cirque Series, a high alpine race series spanning multiple countries and continents. Julian also holds the world record for the highest cliff jump in skiing, successfully jumping a 220ft face. Julian shares about significant injuries, mental clarity and the illuminated path forward. He also reminds us that taking risks and doing hard things should be done with 100% certainty of the outcome. Episode Links: https://www.cirqueseries.com/https://www.enterpriseengagement.org/articles/content/8468103/increase-your-power-by-reducing-it/https://www.instagram.com/juliancarr/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/blake.bronco/?hl=en If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Andy Sabatier is a former professional skier, ICU physical therapist and the founder of Academy West: Breathing & Performance in Bend, OR. Andy talks about the importance of functional breathing for stress, overall health and controlling emotional response. He shares the story of feeling alone starting his practice as well as the sudden death of his two younger cousins. Andy reminds us that we have the ability to control the narrative by slowing down and breathing. Episode Links https://www.academywestperformance.com/https://www.instagram.com/academy.west/?hl=en If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Amy Jane David is an outdoor adventure guide and content creator spending her time big mountain skiing, guiding backpacking trips and creating content for both outdoor films and brands. Amy shares about the tragic death of her boyfriend Matt in a cliff jumping accident as well as her own near-death experience the same year and how those two experiences amplified her gratitude for life. Episode Links https://www.instagram.com/amyjanedavid/?hl=en If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Rob Lea is a life long outdoor adventure enthusiast who created and completed what he calls the “World Triathalon,” successfully summiting Mt Everest, swimming the English Channel, and biking across the United States in six months. Rob shares stories and lessons learned from his adventure and reminds us that we shouldn’t limit ourselves before we try. Episode Links https://www.instagram.com/rob.lea/?hl=enhttps://www.redbull.com/us-en/theredbulletin/rob-lea-triathlon If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Ryan Husband is a former collegiate soccer player and the founder of activewear brand, LRX Apparel. Ryan talks about everything from starting his business, to a season of intense anxiety and depression, to moving across the country and running a business remotely. Through it all, Ryan can count on the faithfulness of God and is able to tackle challenges head on with optimism and hope because of the hardships he’s walked through so far. Episode Links https://www.lrxapparel.comhttps://www.instagram.com/lrxpodcast/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/ryanahusband/?hl=en If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Gaige Chacon and Anyssa Cisneros, join us to discuss the founding of Persistence Culture, the dynamic of their ownership team and how they’ve managed to grow so quickly. They also get a bit more personal and discuss quitting their previous pursuits to start the company without any certainty and overcoming family hardships. Through it all, their optimism is ever-present, and they remind us that good will come from the darkest of seasons. Episode Links https://www.instagram.com/persistenceculture/ If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

McKenna Peterson is both a professional skier and the captain of a Salmon fishing boat in Alaska. She shares the sudden loss of her dad in an avalanche in 2016, and the difficult decision to take over her dad’s fishing boat and follow in his footsteps. In her words, “gratitude is greater than grief,” and the life she lives because of her dad’s influence far outweighs the grief of his passing and hardship of her career paths. Episode Links https://www.instagram.com/mck_p/?hl=enhttps://warrenmiller.com/film-archive/daymaker-2022https://www.nataliesegal.com/shiftingice If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Todd Poquette is the Director of Adventure for a non-profit called the 906 Adventure Team, which serves youth by encouraging them to get out of their comfort zone and do hard things. Todd shares about his decision to stay true to his values and how it cost him his relationship with his father. He reminds us that difficulties are going to come and that we need other people to grow and get through them. Episode Links https://www.instagram.com/tpmtb906/https://906adventureteam.com/https://marjigesick.com/ If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

This week's guest is Rachael Cox. Rachael is the wife of podcast host, Dan Cox, and a stay-at-home mother of four kids under 5. Rachael talks about the death of her mom, finding out her dad wasn't biologically related to her and walking away from a long time relationship without knowing what was next. She encourages us to face our fears by focusing on what we can do that day and reminds us that ultimately, strength is found in the Lord to endure difficulties. Episode Links Connect with Rachael by emailing contact@elitesrs.com If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.

Today's episode is with Dan Cox, the interviewer for all of our podcast episodes. Dan shares a bit more about why he loves stories, the impact they've had on his life, and the reason the "Do Hard Things" concept is what resonates most greatly with the Elite SRS team. If you know someone who would be a great guest for our podcast, please let us know about them. You can send us an email at contact@elitesrs.com or a direct message (DM) on Instagram (@elite_srs). If you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to subscribe, and leave a review so more people can be encouraged by the stories we share. At Elite SRS, we exist to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they can grow stronger. We believe humans regularly push the limits of their bodies, and use tools to accomplish those feats. We desire to be equippers of overcomers, displaying the human capacity to Do Hard Things. We aim to be storytellers of God's perfect design, creating humans unique from all of creation in worth and capacity. The Do Hard Things™ Podcast is our attempt to share those stories in hopes that people will be encouraged to press on, to overcome and realize the potential God created them with that He would be glorified.