After a 17-year break from running, Brad made an incredible comeback. From transforming his life and becoming an ultra runner taking on one of the toughest races in the world: The Dragon’s Back.
In this episode of Tribe of Runners, host Liz Myers sits down with Brad Stewart to talk about how he rebuilt his endurance, overcame injuries, and found healing through running. They dive deep into the mental side of endurance sports, the importance of community, and how coaching others helped Brad rediscover his purpose. Brad shares some very vulnerable moments allowing you to know that you are never alone!
If you’ve ever faced setbacks, struggled with motivation, or wondered if it’s too late to start again, this episode will remind you that it’s never too late to come back stronger.
Topics Covered:
How Brad reignited his running journey after 17 years off
Lessons learned from injuries and smarter training
The link between running and mental health
Insights from the Dragon’s Back ultra marathon
The power of community and asking for help
How failure can fuel growth and confidence
Thank you so much for sharing your story on the Podcast Brad!
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