Grit2Greatness Endurance

Rich Soares, April Spilde and Lauren Brown

The Grit2Greatness Podcast mission is to is to create a global community of endurance athletes. To inspire participation in endurance sports by connecting you to coaches, experts and fellow athletes.

  1. #541 — X North American Championships

    4D AGO

    #541 — X North American Championships

    In this episode of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, Coaches April Spilde and Kristen Overton take over the mic to go full dirt-mode on all things XTERRA triathlon. Part 1 breaks down what XTERRA actually is, how it differs from traditional road triathlon, who it’s for, and how athletes should start training for off‑road racing — including mountain bike skills, trail running, open‑water swimming, gear choices that matter, and the biggest mistakes new XTERRA athletes make. In Part 2, Kristen flips the script and interviews April as she prepares to race the XTERRA North American Championships, diving into race prep, expectations, mindset, and what success looks like on championship day. The episode wraps with a fun and brutally accurate segment, “Send It or Send Help,” highlighting the many personalities you’ll find on an XTERRA start line. Sponsor – Vespa Power Ad Read:Vespa Power Endurance helps athletes tap into steady, clean energy so they can stay strong, focused, and in the zone longer. Vespa is not fuel — it’s a metabolic catalyst that helps your body burn more fat and spare glycogen during endurance efforts. Vespa products include CV‑25, Vespa Junior, and Vespa Concentrate — trusted by endurance athletes who want less sugar, higher performance, and faster recovery. 👉 Use discount code G2GVESPA15👉 Shop Vespa Power here: Vespa Power Endurance Products

    53 min
  2. #540 Colorado's Ride: Train Smarter with Virtual Pre‑Rides & Velocity

    MAY 9

    #540 Colorado's Ride: Train Smarter with Virtual Pre‑Rides & Velocity

    Colorado’s Ride has become one of the most respected multi‑day cycling events in the country—and preparation is everything. In Episode #540 of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, Coaches Rich Soares and Kristen Overton welcome Bill Plock, director of Colorado’s Ride, to break down what makes this event special and how athletes can prepare more intelligently. We dive into course demands, elevation realities, pacing discipline, and why virtual, coach‑led pre‑rides are a game‑changer for confidence and execution. Plus, we introduce Velocity for Colorado’s Ride, a 12‑week virtual training experience built specifically for the five days of riding. If Colorado’s Ride is on your calendar—or your bucket list—this episode will help you show up prepared, calm, and ready to ride strong. Show Sponsor: Vespa Power – optimizing your fat metabolism for higher performance and faster recovery. Less sugar. Higher performance. Faster recovery. Home of Vespa Power Products | Optimizing Your Fat Metabolism Use discount code - 303endurance20 Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching – your path to smarter training and better results. Website - Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching Facebook - @grit2greatnessendurance Instagram - @grit2greatness_endurance Grit2Greatness Ambassador Application: https://forms.gle/mQjPbyzjAmmBhM6m9 Grit2Greatness Become a Team Member: Getting Started with Grit2Greatness - Google Forms Subscribe to the podcast - Grit2Greatness Endurance - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

    47 min
  3. #539 Training the Mind While the Body Heals

    MAY 2

    #539 Training the Mind While the Body Heals

    In this episode of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, we dive into one of the toughest challenges endurance athletes face: the mental game of injury. When training is limited and timelines are uncertain, fear, frustration, and identity struggles can take over. Using real coaching examples, we break down practical mental skills to help athletes stay engaged, grounded, and purpose‑driven while their body heals. We also share Grit2Greatness announcements, an Ask A Coach segment, and wrap up with a fun Buy, Sell, or Hold discussion. Show Sponsor: Vespa PowerOptimizing your fat metabolism for higher performance and faster recovery.Less sugar. Higher performance. Faster recovery.Home of Vespa Power Products | Optimizing Your Fat MetabolismUse discount code: g2gvespa15Link: https://vespapower.com/coupon/g2gvespa15/ Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching — your path to smarter training and better results. Website: Grit2Greatness Endurance CoachingFacebook: @grit2greatnessenduranceInstagram: @grit2greatness_endurance Grit2Greatness Ambassador Application:https://forms.gle/mQjPbyzjAmmBhM6m9 Become a Grit2Greatness Team Member:Getting Started with Grit2Greatness - Google Forms Subscribe to the podcast:Grit2Greatness Endurance - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

    39 min
  4. #538 Take the Doughnut — Going After Opportunity in Sport and Life with Melissa Forziat

    APR 25

    #538 Take the Doughnut — Going After Opportunity in Sport and Life with Melissa Forziat

    Feature interview with Melissa Forziat, exploring the powerful “Take the Doughnut” mindset and how endurance athletes can recognize opportunity, prepare intentionally, and act before they feel ready. Melissa shares insights from working inside elite international sport and now spotlighting athletes chasing long‑term dreams. The episode also includes Grit2Greatness announcements, a Get Gritty Tip, Workout of the Week, and the fun segment Glazed & Confused. Show Sponsor: Vespa Power Endurance. Ask A Coach Sponsor: Vespa Power Endurance. THE JOURNEY TO LA series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjb4Csi9PhI5ahAFZ9NCFCzB58qJau2oW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@takethedoughnut Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissaforz/ Show Sponsor: Vespa Power – optimizing your fat metabolism for higher performance and faster recovery. Less sugar. Higher performance. Faster recovery. Home of Vespa Power Products | Optimizing Your Fat Metabolism Use discount code - 303endurance20 Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching – your path to smarter training and better results. Website - Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching Facebook - @grit2greatnessendurance Instagram - @grit2greatness_endurance Grit2Greatness Ambassador Application: https://forms.gle/mQjPbyzjAmmBhM6m9 Grit2Greatness Become a Team Member: Getting Started with Grit2Greatness - Google Forms Subscribe to the podcast - Grit2Greatness Endurance - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

    1 hr
  5. #537 Lindsay Holmes IMTX: What 14 IRONMANs Teach You About Grit

    APR 18

    #537 Lindsay Holmes IMTX: What 14 IRONMANs Teach You About Grit

    Lindsay Holmes joins the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast on the eve of IRONMAN Texas, the first U.S. IRONMAN of the season and the North American Championships, to share her powerful triathlon journey, lessons from 14 IRONMAN finishes, and what keeps her motivated through setbacks, DNFs, and big goals. Coaches Rich Soares and Kristin Overton also cover announcements, a Get Gritty mindset moment, race‑week reflections, and a fun “Would You Rather… IRONMAN Texas Edition” segment. This episode is fueled by Vespa Power, helping endurance athletes unlock steady energy and stronger performance. Show Sponsor / Get Gritty Sponsor: Vespa Power Discount Code: g2gvespa15 Link: https://vespapower.com/coupon/g2gvespa15/ Ask A Coach Sponsor: Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching – your path to smarter training and better results. Website - Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching Facebook - @grit2greatnessendurance Instagram - @grit2greatness_endurance Grit2Greatness Ambassador Application: https://forms.gle/mQjPbyzjAmmBhM6m9 Grit2Greatness Become a Team Member: Getting Started with Grit2Greatness - Google Forms Subscribe to the podcast - Grit2Greatness Endurance - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

    40 min
  6. #536 Championship Mindset, Strategy, and Resilience

    APR 12

    #536 Championship Mindset, Strategy, and Resilience

    USA Cycling Paracycling Nationals takes center stage as Coaches Rich Soares and Lauren Brown go inside championship weekend in Bentonville, Arkansas with nationally accomplished paracyclists Mike Murphy and Justin Mathers. This episode explores what makes paracycling racing unique, how athletes prepare for national-level competition, and why success goes far beyond podium results. You’ll also hear Grit2Greatness announcements, an expert Get Gritty Tip, championship mindset insights, and practical takeaways for endurance athletes and coaches alike. Show Sponsor: Vespa Power Endurance. Ask A Coach Sponsor: Vespa Power Endurance. Show Sponsor: Vespa Power – optimizing your fat metabolism for higher performance and faster recovery. Less sugar. Higher performance. Faster recovery. Home of Vespa Power Products | Optimizing Your Fat Metabolism Use discount code - 303endurance20 Ask A Coach Sponsor: Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching – your path to smarter training and better results. Website - Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching Facebook - @grit2greatnessendurance Instagram - @grit2greatness_endurance Grit2Greatness Ambassador Application: https://forms.gle/mQjPbyzjAmmBhM6m9 Grit2Greatness Become a Team Member: Getting Started with Grit2Greatness - Google Forms Subscribe to the podcast - Grit2Greatness Endurance - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

    44 min
  7. #535 Victory After the Cutoff with Chris Sjothun

    APR 4

    #535 Victory After the Cutoff with Chris Sjothun

    Victory After the Cutoff centers on a powerful feature interview with age‑group triathlete Chris Sjothun, whose race at IRONMAN 70.3 Texas ended at the swim cutoff—but sparked a much bigger conversation about resilience, mindset, and redefining success. Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde unpack what it means to show up fully when things don’t go as planned, alongside Grit2Greatness announcements, a Get Gritty Tip woven through the mindset discussion, Workout of the Week themes around consistency, and a fun April Fools–themed segment that separates endurance myths from real performance science. Show Sponsor: Vespa Power Endurance. Ask A Coach Sponsor: Not featured in this episode. Show Sponsor: Vespa Power – optimizing your fat metabolism for higher performance and faster recovery. Less sugar. Higher performance. Faster recovery. Home of Vespa Power Products | Optimizing Your Fat Metabolism Use discount code - 303endurance20 Ask A Coach Sponsor: Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching – your path to smarter training and better results. Website - Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching Facebook - @grit2greatnessendurance Instagram - @grit2greatness_endurance Grit2Greatness Ambassador Application: https://forms.gle/mQjPbyzjAmmBhM6m9 Grit2Greatness Become a Team Member: Getting Started with Grit2Greatness - Google Forms Subscribe to the podcast - Grit2Greatness Endurance - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

    50 min
  8. #534 - Get to Know Coach KO | Training Smart, Staying Durable, Getting Gritty

    MAR 28

    #534 - Get to Know Coach KO | Training Smart, Staying Durable, Getting Gritty

    Get to Know Coach KO as we welcome Kristin “KO” Overton to the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast. In this feature interview, KO shares her journey as a TriDot‑certified coach and orthopedic Physician Assistant, breaking down how durability, smart data use, and athlete‑centered coaching help endurance athletes stay healthy and perform at their best. We also cover Grit2Greatness announcements, race‑day shoutouts, a Get Gritty mindset takeaway, and a fun knockout‑style segment that digs into the mental battles athletes face. Show Sponsor: Vespa Power. Ask A Coach Sponsor: Vespa Power.

    46 min
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About

The Grit2Greatness Podcast mission is to is to create a global community of endurance athletes. To inspire participation in endurance sports by connecting you to coaches, experts and fellow athletes.

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  • Creator
    Rich Soares, April Spilde and Lauren Brown
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    316
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Grit2Greatness Endurance

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