Pushing Horizons Step by Step

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Pushing Horizons: Step by Step is a podcast about how running changes us: physically, mentally, emotionally. Hosted by Ash Pant, each episode unpacks raw, heartfelt conversations with runners who’ve faced setbacks, chased dreams, and found themselves in the rhythm of the run. These are stories of grit, growth, healing, and quiet triumphs. Whether you're lacing up for your first 5K or recovering from your hundredth, this is for anyone who's ever run toward something more. Every step tells a story. Let’s keep moving forward, together.

  1. Lotti Brinks | Learning to Belong at the Front of the Pack | Season 2 Episode 29

    4 DAYS AGO

    Lotti Brinks | Learning to Belong at the Front of the Pack | Season 2 Episode 29

    What does it really mean to belong at the front of the pack? In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, I sit down with elite ultrarunner Lotti Brinks to talk about the journey from showing up unsure, to racing with confidence against the best in the world. We dive into her breakthrough performances, including major ultra wins, course records, earning a Golden Ticket, and racing at Western States. But more importantly, we talk about the mental side of elite racing, handling pressure, executing on race day, and learning to trust your training when it matters most. This episode is for runners chasing improvement, confidence, and that feeling of belonging, whether you’re racing your first ultra or lining up at the front. Keywords: ultrarunning podcast, trail running, elite ultrarunner, Western States 100, Golden Ticket racing, mindset in ultras, endurance running, women in trail running, Pushing Horizons podcast, long distance running, confidence in racing

    1h 1m
  2. Melissa Vanthienen | You’re Stronger Than You Think | Season 2 Episode 28

    4 DAYS AGO

    Melissa Vanthienen | You’re Stronger Than You Think | Season 2 Episode 28

    What happens when you stop waiting and start committing? In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we talk about the journey from triathlon to marathon running, the leap from half marathon to the full 42.2 km, and what it means to set a goal that actually scares you. With Stockholm Marathon as the first full and another marathon planned later in the year, this conversation dives into training volume, mindset shifts, fueling, gear choices, and the mental strength required to keep going when things get hard. This episode is for runners, endurance athletes, and anyone standing at the edge of a big goal, wondering if they’re capable. Because most of the time, you already are. Keywords:marathon training, first marathon, Stockholm Marathon, endurance mindset, triathlon to running, long-distance running, fueling strategy, running motivation, mental strength, pushing limits, endurance podcast

    1h 4m
  3. Daniel Gilliam | The Quiet Power of Going Longer | Season 2 Episode 27

    25/12/2025

    Daniel Gilliam | The Quiet Power of Going Longer | Season 2 Episode 27

    What does it really take to go longer when everything inside you says stop? In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we dive deep into the mindset behind ultra-distance running, 200-mile races, and the quiet resilience required to endure multi-day events. This conversation explores mental toughness, suffering with purpose, sleep deprivation, endurance mindset, and why some athletes are drawn to distances where speed no longer matters. We talk about: Why 200-mile races are more about survival than performance Mental strategies for pushing through extreme fatigue The emotional side of endurance running The role of community, compassion, and support in ultra racing What going longer teaches you about life beyond running This episode is for runners, endurance athletes, and anyone curious about pushing limits—on the trail or in life. Keywords:ultra running, 200 mile race, endurance mindset, mental toughness, ultramarathon podcast, long distance running, resilience, suffering and growth, trail running, endurance athletes

    1h 4m
  4. Jane Maus | Turning Setbacks Into Breakthrough Races | Season 2 Episode 26

    25/12/2025

    Jane Maus | Turning Setbacks Into Breakthrough Races | Season 2 Episode 26

    In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we explore what it really takes to turn setbacks into breakthrough performances in ultrarunning. From DNFs and high-pressure races to rebuilding confidence and finding consistency, this conversation dives deep into the mental and physical side of competing at a high level. We talk about managing expectations, racing with intention, learning from bad days, and why patience and smart training matter more than chasing results. This episode is for runners navigating setbacks, self-doubt, injuries, or the pressure to perform — and for anyone trying to stay committed to the long game. Keywords:ultrarunning mindset, trail running podcast, overcoming setbacks in running, elite ultrarunning, running consistency, DNF recovery, endurance mindset, mental toughness running, trail racing psychology, ultramarathon training

    54 min
  5. Annie Hughes | The Mind That Survives 200 Miles | Season 2 Episode 25

    18/12/2025

    Annie Hughes | The Mind That Survives 200 Miles | Season 2 Episode 25

    What does it really take to survive 200 miles on foot? In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we go beyond training plans and race stats and into the mental space where ultrarunning truly lives. This is a conversation about doubt, patience, pain, and the quiet decisions made when quitting feels reasonable and continuing doesn’t. We talk about endurance when the body is done, staying present in extreme fatigue, coming back from injury, and why mental resilience matters more than talent at the longest distances. This episode isn’t about chasing podiums. It’s about understanding what keeps someone moving when the finish line feels unreal. If you’re curious about the mindset behind 200-mile races, this episode will change how you think about endurance. 🎙 The Mind That Survives 200 Miles Keywords:ultrarunning podcast, 200 mile race, mental toughness, endurance mindset, trail running, ultra endurance, resilience, long distance running, Pushing Horizons podcast, running psychology

    1h 6m
  6. Deb Meeks | Where Calculation Meets Chaos in Ultras | Season 2 Episode 24

    18/12/2025

    Deb Meeks | Where Calculation Meets Chaos in Ultras | Season 2 Episode 24

    Ultrarunning isn’t held together by grit alone. Behind every finish line is calculation, planning, and someone making impossible decisions with zero sleep. In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, I sit down with one of the sharpest minds behind the scenes of ultra-distance racing. We talk about what really happens beyond mile 100. Crewing strategy. Reading runners before they break. Managing sleep deprivation, nutrition disasters, weather chaos, and the mental collapse that no race plan ever accounts for. This is a raw look at the unseen side of ultras. The part where math meets instinct. Where preparation collides with chaos. And where races are either saved or lost. If you’ve ever run an ultra, crewed one, or wondered how anyone survives 200+ miles, this episode is required listening. Keywords:ultrarunning, ultra marathon, ultra crewing, endurance running, 100 miler, 200 miler, trail running, pacing, race strategy, ultra mindset, crew chief, endurance podcast, ultrarunning podcast, Pushing Horizons Step by Step

    1h 3m
  7. Proving Women Can Do Hard Things

    18/09/2025

    Proving Women Can Do Hard Things

    She made history as the first Mexican and first Latina to conquer the world’s five toughest deserts: 1,250km across Namibia, Gobi, Jordan, Antarctica, and Atacama. Each race was a six-day, self-supported suffer fest with brutal heat, altitude, and isolation. Just four weeks later, she stood on the start line of Cocodona 250, one of the hardest ultramarathons in the U.S.In this episode, we dig into what it really takes: the mental toolkit that carries you through when the body is wrecked, the strategies for fueling and hydration under extreme conditions, how she handled sleep deprivation and hallucinations, and why she believes women are built for endurance. We talk setbacks, like the melted shoe that forced a DNF at Cocodona, and what it means to come back stronger with a plan to finish sub-100 hours.This is raw, unfiltered ultra running, proving that women can do hard things, and showing what happens when you chase adventure beyond your comfort zone.Keywords: ultra running, endurance athlete, Cocodona 250, desert racing, women in ultra, mental toughness, sleep deprivation, hallucinations, fueling strategy, proving women can do hard things#ultrarunning

    1h 19m
  8. Juliette Soule | Driven by Curiosity and Grit | Season 2 Episode 22

    11/12/2025

    Juliette Soule | Driven by Curiosity and Grit | Season 2 Episode 22

    Driven by Curiosity and Grit, featuring elite trail runner and theoretical physicist Juliette Soule.From analyzing data in the lab to climbing mountains at UTMB races, Juliette has built her life around curiosity, discipline, and the drive to push her limits. In this episode, we talk about how she fell in love with trail running, the lessons she’s learned from injuries, what keeps her motivated, and how science and endurance overlap in surprising ways. 🎙 Topics covered: The connection between science, mindset, and endurance Lessons from training for CCC and Tarawera Dealing with injuries and rebuilding confidence Fueling, recovery, and staying balanced The mental game of elite ultra running Keywords: Juliette Soule podcast, UTMB CCC, Tarawera Ultra Trail, female trail runner, elite ultrarunner, trail running podcast, science and endurance, Pushing Horizons podcast.

    55 min
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Pushing Horizons: Step by Step is a podcast about how running changes us: physically, mentally, emotionally. Hosted by Ash Pant, each episode unpacks raw, heartfelt conversations with runners who’ve faced setbacks, chased dreams, and found themselves in the rhythm of the run. These are stories of grit, growth, healing, and quiet triumphs. Whether you're lacing up for your first 5K or recovering from your hundredth, this is for anyone who's ever run toward something more. Every step tells a story. Let’s keep moving forward, together.

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  • Creator
    Ash Pant
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
  • Rating
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