Zero Quit Podcast

By Brock Covington

The Zero Quit Podcast is a weekly show that features a diverse range of guests, from athletes to entrepreneurs and creatives, who share their personal stories, insights, and practical advice on how to... more

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November 06, 2023 The Death Of Individuality
In today's solo episode, I discuss our paradoxical pursuit to stand out and fit in. We strive for individuality in a cluttered, digital world, but we also find ourselves struggling to be authentic. I attempt to navigate the contradictions and potential solutions to this.
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October 30, 2023 Adventure, Survival, & Reality TV | Hunter Leininger
Hunter Leininger is a creator, ultra runner, mountaineer, and adventure racer. Hunter owns a variety of records including being the youngest finisher of The World's Toughest Race Eco-Challenge in Fiji, 7 Day Adventure Racing World Championship, and other adventure races. He holds the FKT on the Benton MacKaye Trail and is currently preparing to be the fastest to run across the state of Florida.
In this episode, Hunter explains his extraordinary childhood as a record-breaking adventure racer and how that shaped his perspective growing up. He shared his experience being on reality television shows and racing through the jungle in Fiji. We also discuss his recent FKTs, running across Florida, and more.
TIMECODES:
(4:00) - Getting Into Adventure Racing & Hunter’s Dad
(6:10) - Lack of Support For Adventure Racing
(8:07) - Relatability & Relationships Struggles
(12:09) - Does Nature Distract You From Your Mortality?
(14:20) - Returning To Our Basic Needs
(17:41) - World’s Toughest Eco Challenge
(20:41) - No Rules Or Designated Route
(23:03) - Working With Other Racers
(23:57) - Experience On Reality TV
(27:32) - Races vs. Personal Pursuits
(28:22) - What Makes Ultrarunning Hard
(31:06) - Running 300 Miles With a Dislocated Patella
(36:12) - Why Hunter’s Running Across Florida
(37:44) - Logistics Behind a FKT
(42:47) - Difficulty Establishing Routines
(44:12) - Our Innate Desire For Challenge
(46:58) - Lifetime Bucket List Goals
(52:41) - Story Behind Hunter’s Social Media Content
(56:22) - Goal With His Content
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October 23, 2023 Speaking The Language of Breath | Jesse Coomer
Jesse Coomer is a Human Performance Specialist, Breathworker, and renowned speaker. He trains athletes, CEOs, first responders, military, and everyday people seeking to optimize their performance, reduce their anxiety levels, and live a healthier life through his protocols and techniques. He is also the author of his latest book “The Language of Breath” which releases on Oct 31st
In this episode, Jesse and I discuss what it means to develop a well-functioning relationship with your body through breath. We explore the balance between our conscious and unconscious self, myths about breathwork, and how to better handle stressors in our lives. We also discuss various philosophical concepts that relate to a mind-body dualistic perspective.
TIMECODES:
(1:29) - What Is The Language of Breath?
(3:31) - Why Breath Is NOT A Quick Fix Or Hack
(6:52) - Exploring The Unconscious
(9:30) - Developing a Relationship With Ourselves
(11:27) - Breathwork Is A Tool, Not The Solution
(13:53) - Relationship Between Our Body & Mind
(17:37) - Improving Self-Awareness Through Breath
(22:36) - Can We Override Our Unconscious Impulses?
(25:45) - Processing Stressors Better
(28:48) - What It Means To Feel Your Feelings
(34:20) - Descartes, Mind-Body Paradigm, Dualism
(42:20) - Limits Of Language
(47:20) - Learning Your Own Body
(49:55) - Where To Start With Breath
(54:39) - Practical Use Of Philosophy
(59:16) - Our Crisis Of Freedom
(1:05:53) - What We Can & Can't Control
(1:09:00) - Benefits of Nasal Breathing
(1:15:22) - Nasal Breathing During Exercise
(1:19:56) - How To Measure Our Progress With Breath
(1:21:12) - Breathwork & Cold Exposure
(1:22:44) - Instilling Proper Breathing For Kids
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1h 27min
October 15, 2023 Allowing Experiences To Shape You | Elliott Castello
Elliott Castello is an athlete, coach, and father of two daughters. He earned his degree in Psychology from Ohio State in 2004. Over the past two decades he’s worked within various programs involving child development, disabled adults and children, and more.
In this episode, Elliott shares how fitness and community turned his life around and provided a path towards a life of intention. We discussed his experience working with traumatized youth, our thoughts on therapy as a tool for self-discovery, fatherhood, and more.
Timecodes:
(1:10) - Encouraging Creativity & Confidence in Kids
(6:27) - Elliott's Fitness Journey
(14:35) - Value of Accountability
(17:16) - Finding Your Tribe / Meeting Virtual Friends
(20:29) - Everyone Has a Story
(22:25) - Perspective Towards Your Past Self
(27:31) - Interest in Psychology
(29:39) - Working With Traumatized Children
(34:14) - Easier or Harder To Overcome Trauma as a Child
(35:41) - Therapy & Knowing Yourself
(38:09) - Embracing, Not Erasing Chapters of Your Life
(40:33) - Does Everyone Need Therapy
(44:00) - Physical Exercise as an Emotional Release
(48:59) - Why Elliott Hikes / Rucks
(50:52) - Self-Belief Gained Through Challenges
(55:08) - Dabbling With Running
(56:20) - Starting Slow
(57:23) - Operating From Perspective of Gratitude
(59:33) - Fatherless Childhood & Being a Father
(1:04:37) - Masculinity & Femininity
(1:06:39) - Advice for Parents
(1:08:27) - Sharing Interests With Your Children

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1h 13min
October 09, 2023 Gradations of Growth
In today's solo episode, I explain how personal growth occurs over gradations and the importance of adopting a 'Why Not Me' mindset as opposed to a 'I Could Never Do That'.

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October 02, 2023 Losing a Leg, Gaining an Opportunity | Sam Schaefer
Sam Schaefer is an athlete and coach at Schaefer Adaptive Methods. After dealing with intense chronic pain from CRPS for nearly a decade, Sam had his lower left leg amputated in 2020. Since then he’s worked to help other amputees build strength, advocates for those in the adaptive community, and pushes his body to the limits in a variety of fitness disciplines.
In this episode, Sam shared his story of battling with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) for nearly 10 years before having his lower leg amputated in order to alleviate the pains of the condition. We discuss his perspective through that journey, how he trains as an adaptive athlete, advice to other amputees, upcoming fitness challenges, and more.
Timecodes:
(2:01) - Sam's Running Journey
(3:47) - Humbling Nature of Running
(5:56) - Sam's Athletic Background
(7:40) - Training Fitness vs. Sport
(9:28) - Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
(12:15) - What CRPS Feels Like
(13:52) - How Amputation Provided Hope
(19:00) - Thoughts Going Into Amputation Surgery
(21:03) - Dealing With Veteran Affairs
(24:04) - Highs & Lows of Recovery
(26:49) - Phantom Pains & Potential Regression
(28:02) - Function of Different Prosthetics Legs
(33:48) - Innovation Within Prosthesis
(36:11) - Advice For Amputees Or Adaptive Athletes
(39:30) - "Everything is different but everything is the same"
(40:52) - Sam's Pivot Towards Running
(44:17) - Signing Up For a 30K
(47:25) - Challenges Running With a Prosthetic
(53:29) - Training Through Intuition vs. Data
(57:13) - Less Leg, More Heart Non-Profit
(1:01:14) - Importance of Personalizing Healthcare
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1h 8min
September 25, 2023 Leadville 100: An Underdog Story | Joey Miuccio
Joey Miuccio is an airline pilot, athlete, content creator based in Saint Petersburg, Florida. About 4 weeks ago he completed his most difficult feat to-date when he finished the Leadville 100 ultra marathon.
In this episode, we walkthrough Joey's experience running the Leadville 100 Ultramarathon. We relive the highs, the lows, and the funny moments our crew shared during that weekend. Joey discussed his race preparation, how he simulated altitude, his hardest moments during the race, and more.
Timecodes:
(1:16) - Why Joey Ran 100 Miles
(4:22) - Training For Leadville
(6:33) - Simulating Altitude At Sea Level
(10:06) - Practicing Race Day Nutrition
(10:40) - Bonking On a Training Run*
(13:38) - Confidence About Finishing
(16:44) - How Ultramarathons Are Like Puzzles
(19:19) - Night Before The Race
(20:47) - Lack of Planning / Inexperienced Crew
(25:33) - Race Morning / Out of Gas
(27:33) - Emotions When The Race Starts
(28:38) - Crew Missing The First Aid Station
(31:45) - Aid Station #2: Outward Bound
(36:14) - Nearly Missing Twin Lakes Aid Station
(39:43) - Story Behind 'Unknown Runner'
(42:15) - Climbing Hope Pass
(46:37) - Mindset After Seeing Others DNF
(48:49) - 50 Mile Turning Point
(49:44) - When Joey Ran Out Of Water
(56:49) - Pacing Joey For 15 Miles
(1:00:25) - Experience With Different Pacers
(1:03:01) - Struggles During Late Miles
(1:05:51) - Last Aid Station
(1:11:00) - Emotional Journey of 100-Mile Race
(1:12:50) - Nearly Fainting Near The Finish
(1:14:42) - Would Joey Run 100 Miles Again?
(1:16:42) - Value Of Doing Hard Things
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1h 19min
September 18, 2023 Turning Sobriety Into Success | Michael Chernow
Michael Chernow is a restaurateur, serial entrepreneur, and athlete based in New York City. Most recently he is the founder of Kreatures Of Habit, an instant and overnight gluten-free oatmeal with 30g of plant-based protein, vitamin D3, and omega fatty acids. In addition to managing various businesses, he’s also a husband and father of two.
In this episode, Michael shares his sobriety story and how his history of substance abuse changed his life. We discuss entrepreneurship, knowing when to sell, and establishing work-life balance. We chat about fatherhood and much more.
Timecodes:
(2:31) - Growing Up In New York City
(5:19) - Urban Vs. Rural Living
(7:55) - Inspiration For Entrepreneurship
(12:14) - First Business Venture
(13:48) - Passion For Service/Food Industry
(18:05) - Managing & Delegating Businesses
(20:03) - Unhealthy Work-Life Balance
(22:34) - Knowing When To Sell
(32:02) - The Deadly Grip of Addiction
(35:45) - Michael's Rock Bottom / Suicidal Thoughts
(41:24) - Purpose of Surrendering Your Will
(45:32) - Importance of Habits & Routines
(49:11) - Getting Into Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
(51:24) - Story Behind Kreatures of Habit Meal One
(54:20) - Critics & Finding Your Personal Routine
(57:23) - Perspective on Competitors
(1:01:48) - Current Objectives With KOH
(1:04:35) - How Michael Balances Work, Family, and Life
(1:08:13) - Fatherhood & Raising Sons
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1h 14min
September 11, 2023 Values: How To Define & Live Up To Yours
In today's solo episode, I discuss how to audit yourself, analyze your habits, and discover your values. Additionally, I explain how to make adjustments to live accordance with your values and when to sacrifice your values.
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September 04, 2023 Run Stronger & Avoid Injuries | Dr. Victoria Loving
Victoria Loving is a physical therapist, athlete, and running coach based in Austin, Texas. She works with athletes and patients within the clinical setting, but also works as a traveling Physical Therapist through her business Vagabond Running Physio & Fitness.
In this episode, Victoria discusses common running injuries and how to avoid them. We talk about the benefits of strength training for runners, antiquated practices in physical therapy, and more.
Timecodes:
(1:30) - Interest in Physical Therapy
(3:56) - Clinical PT vs. Athletic Specialization
(5:59) - Outdated Practices
(8:54) - DIY vs. Visiting a PT
(11:17) - Establishing a Relationship With Your PT
(12:30) - Shin Splits
(15:50) - IT Band Syndrome
(19:46) - Plantar Fasciitis
(20:57) - Is Stretching Useful?
(25:02) - How Stress Leads To Injuries
(27:00) - Benefits of Strength Training For Runners
(29:23) - Foundational Exercises
(31:50) - Dialing in Mechanics
(33:50) - Recovery Protocols
(34:50) - Acupuncture
(38:27) - Entrepreneurial Approach to PT
(39:57) - Challenges of PT Outside of the Clinic
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