Tired of falling off the fitness wagon every January?

Spartan founder and endurance legend Joe De Sena teams up with triathlon champion Aaron Gesell to share the ultimate formula for staying motivated, crushing your goals, and transforming your life.

They dive into a powerful 3-step system that has helped countless individuals turn their fitness aspirations into lasting success.

Discover how to set "scary" goals that push you beyond your limits, create an unbreakable support network that keeps you accountable, and shift your mindset to make fitness a natural part of your lifestyle—not just another chore.

Timestamps:

00:20 Intro

00:49 Taren Gesell, endurance athlete and motivator

01:13 Why motivation fades and 3 tips to stay on track.

02:45 Setting scary goals and building accountability

03:31 How fitness transforms identity through community.

06:03 Overcoming the fear of joining fitness groups

07:57 Joe’s global running group experiences 09:34 Embracing humility and consistent improvement

11:05 How athletes support beginners

12:15 The humbling impact of endurance races

14:01 Taren’s app and its focus on long-term motivation

15:38 Joe’s pull-up journey and daily commitment.

16:36 Training insights from world champions

17:45 Where to find Taren and his resources

18:12 Bringing triathletes to Spartan Races.

Connect to Taren:

🌐 Website: https://www.mymottiv.com/about?ref=navbar

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triathlontaren/

💼 LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/tarengesell

▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1AKDrz2GvLxD29W9tow66g

✖️ Twitter/X: https://x.com/triathlontaren

In this episode, Mark Allen, the legendary 6-time Ironman World Champion, shares the training strategies, mindset hacks, and recovery techniques that allowed him to push the limits of human performance.

How Mark Allen, the "Marlboro Man of Triathlon," pushed the boundaries of human performance to become a 6-time Ironman World Champion. You'll discover:

• The training strategies, recovery techniques, and mindset hacks that allowed him to dominate the sport for over a decade
• Proven methods to build the physical and mental toughness needed to conquer any challenge, no matter your age or fitness level
• Insights on the evolution of endurance sports and what it takes to be an elite athlete in today's competitive landscape Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn from one of the greatest endurance athletes of all time.

Timestamps:

00:20 Intro

00:49 Mark Allen, The Triathlon King

01:23 Mark’s iconic 1989 race with Dave Scott

03:13 Fitness then vs. now 07:32 Training, recovery, and consistency 08:19 Movement, energy, and ancestral survival instincts

12:07 Overcoming workout resistance & accountability

17:27 Mark’s training philosophy and long off-seasons

22:43 How to connect with Mark

24:06 Triathlon in the Paris Olympics 26:30 Obstacle-racing Olympic in LA 2028.

27:05 Optimizing fitness with age

Connect to Mark:

🌐 Website: https://markallensports.com/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markallengrip/

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markallencoaching/

▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealmarkallen

✖️ Twitter/X: https://x.com/markallengrip

In this episode, Joe de Sena talks to Amberly Lago, a resiliency coach who has faced unimaginable challenges - from a devastating motorcycle accident that nearly cost her a leg, to a chronic pain condition that has tested her limits. Yet, through it all, Amber has emerged stronger, more determined, and more passionate about helping others overcome their own obstacles.

Hear Amber's raw and inspiring story of grit, grace, and the power of finding joy in the midst of hardship. Discover the non-negotiable habits and mindset shifts that have fueled her remarkable recovery and allowed her to thrive as an entrepreneur, author, and mother.

Whether you're facing your own personal battles or simply seeking to cultivate more resilience in your life, this episode will leave you motivated, uplifted, and armed with practical strategies to overcome any challenge that comes your way.

Don’t miss Amberly Lago’s inspiring new book, Joy Through the Journey: Shift Your Mindset, Embrace the Present Moment, and Cultivate Resilience Through Life’s Ups and Downs. Coming this February but you can preorder it now

👉 https://go.amberlylago.com/joy/

Timestamps:

00:20 Intro

00:53 Introduction to Amberly Lago, resiliency coach

01:20 Amberly’s background and Texas roots

02:32 How life challenges build resiliency

05:51 Parenting, resilience, and hard work

09:25 Non-negotiables for staying strong

13:57 The life-changing accident and recovery journey

17:39 Dealing with chronic pain and finding purpose through service

19:09 The power of helping others in tough times

21:58 Amberly’s upcoming book and future plans

24:31 Choosing joy and overcoming hardships

25:35 Where to connect with Amberly Lago

Connect to Amberly:

🌐 Website: https://amberlylago.com/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberlylagomotivation/

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555318112308

🔊 Podcast: https://amberlylago.com/podcast/

✖️ Twitter/ X: https://x.com/amberlylago