Enduring Minds: Chasing Big Goals Without Losing What Matters Most

Enduring Minds: Chasing Big Goals Without Losing What Matters Most

What happens when the goals you've been chasing no longer fit the life you're living? In this episode of Enduring Minds, host Evan Birch sits down with everyday athlete Steven Huffine to discuss family, running, identity, mental health, and what it means to redefine success. After missing his Boston Marathon qualifying goal, Steven chose a different path. Instead of chasing another race weekend away from home, he created the Beat the Bedtime 100—a self-supported 100-mile challenge that allowed him to pursue a big dream while staying present for his family. Together, Evan and Steven explore the pressure many everyday athletes feel to excel at everything at once. They discuss missed expectations, balancing family and endurance sports, finding purpose beyond finish lines, and understanding the different seasons of life. The conversation is honest, thoughtful, and filled with the kind of perspective that comes from living through both success and disappointment. There are no magic training plans in this episode. There is, however, plenty of wisdom, a few laughs, and a reminder that being an everyday athlete isn't about being perfect. It's about showing up, learning, and finding what truly matters. If you've ever questioned your goals, struggled with self-worth, or wondered how to balance running with the rest of your life, this conversation is for you. Listen now and join the conversation. What season of life are you navigating today? Keep Connected: * Run Tri Bike on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/runtrimag/] * Run Tri Bike on ⁠Threads⁠ [https://www.threads.com/@runtrimag] * Evan Birch on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ultrabirch] * Steve Huffine on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ultrafine.running/] * Join the ⁠Everyday Athlete Clubhouse⁠ [https://runtrimag.com/product/the-everyday-athlete-clubhouse/] * Subscribe to the ⁠Run Tri Bike Newsletter⁠ [https://mailchi.mp/c44c043e20e6/newsletter-sign-up]

Chasing Goals Without Losing Joy

Everyday Athlete Alex Hermanson proves that running doesn't have to become your entire identity to change your life. In this Fireside Chat, Alex shares how watching others chase big dreams inspired him to pursue his own, leading from the sidelines of the NYC Marathon to the finish line. We discuss joy in running, building community, setting ambitious goals, and avoiding the burnout signs that can appear when metrics take over. This is a reminder to enjoy the journey, connect with people, and discovering you're capable of far more than you ever imagined. Bonus - We discuss baseball including the Red Sox and the DH. Keep Connected: * Run Tri Bike on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/runtrimag/] * Run Tri Bike on ⁠Threads⁠ [https://www.threads.com/@runtrimag] * Herm.Runs on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/herm.runs/] * Join the ⁠Everyday Athlete Clubhouse⁠ [https://runtrimag.com/product/the-everyday-athlete-clubhouse/] * Subscribe to the ⁠Run Tri Bike Newsletter⁠ [https://mailchi.mp/c44c043e20e6/newsletter-sign-up]

What Songs Make You Fight?

As an everyday athlete and runner, music has always helped me through the hardest miles. In this episode of What's In Your Earbuds?, Joe Hardin and Santino Williams explore the songs that inspire people to stand up, speak out, and keep moving forward. From Rage Against the Machine and Nina Simone to Johnny Cash and Public Enemy, they connect music, resilience, Pride Month, and the power of community. You'll laugh, remember old favorites, discover new artists, and probably think about your own running playlist. Press play, then tell us: what song helps you fight through the toughest miles? Keep Connected: * Run Tri Bike on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/runtrimag/] * Run Tri Bike on ⁠Threads⁠ [https://www.threads.com/@runtrimag] * Join the ⁠Everyday Athlete Clubhouse⁠ [https://runtrimag.com/product/the-everyday-athlete-clubhouse/] * Subscribe to the ⁠Run Tri Bike Newsletter⁠ [https://mailchi.mp/c44c043e20e6/newsletter-sign-up]

Jasmine Santiago — Brown Girl Running Host on How Ultrarunning Changed Her Life

In the latest episode of Melanin MVP, Angela Hollowell chats with Jasmine Santiago. The conversation ranges from what it is like to be a Hispanic female road runner to becoming an ultra runner, which has changed her life. This conversation proves that just because you started in one spot does not mean you have to stay there forever. Being able to pivot and adjust to new ideas, concepts, goals can help you grow as a person. Keep Connected: * Run Tri Bike on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/runtrimag/] * Run Tri Bike on Threads [https://www.threads.com/@runtrimag] * Join the Everyday Athlete Clubhouse [https://runtrimag.com/product/the-everyday-athlete-clubhouse/] * Subscribe to the Run Tri Bike Newsletter [https://mailchi.mp/c44c043e20e6/newsletter-sign-up] Melanin MVP: * Subscribe to our newsletter: https://melaninmvp.com/subscribe * Find outdoor organizations near you: https://melaninmvp.com/get-outside * Find watch parties near you: https://melaninmvp.com/watch-parties * Take our cross-training quiz: https://melaninmvp.com/cross-training-quiz

Ashlee Phillips — Women’s College Basketball Coach & Runner on Selma-to-Montgomery Relay

Melanin MVP founder, Angela Hollowell, chats with Women's College Basketball Coach and Runner, Ashlee Phillips. The duo discusses hoops but also Ashlee's experience in running the Selma to Montgomery relay event. There are a lot of events out there that many people may not know about and this conversation gets into this event which honors the historic march by Dr King and civil rights leaders. Keep Connected: * Subscribe to our newsletter: https://melaninmvp.com/subscribe * Find outdoor organizations near you: https://melaninmvp.com/get-outside * Find watch parties near you: https://melaninmvp.com/watch-parties * Take our cross-training quiz: https://melaninmvp.com/cross-training-quiz This show is part of the Everyday Athlete Podcast Network: https://runtrimag.com/everyday-athlete-podcast-network/