Ep. 1050: Climbing the 50 U.S. Highpoints in 50 Days with Type 1 Diabetes - Revisited - Michael Shelver & Patrick Mertes

Jennifer Strong McConachie is a lifelong outdoor adventure athlete and the author of Go Far: How Endurance Sports Help You Win At Life. As an ultrarunner, mountaineer, marathon swimmer, and multisport competitor, Jennifer enjoys chasing endurance challenges around the world and in her own backyard. One of her favorite new endurance events is the combination of running and swimming for SwimRun where she has competed in races from Stockholm to the United States. Jennifer is the author of Go Far: How Endurance Sports Help You Win At Lifehttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/688022/go-far-by-jennifer-strong-mcconachie/ Find out more about Jennifer below:https://jenniferstrongmccon.comhttps://www.instagram.com/jenstrongmccon/https://twitter.com/jenstrongmccon?lang=enhttps://www.facebook.com/JenniferStrongMcConachieAuthorPageSponsors:Athletic Brewing Camper Giveaway!Sign up for the Athletic Brewing camping trailer giveaway here: https://athleticbrewing.com/pages/grand-giveawayBetter HelpBetter Help’s mission is to make professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime and anywhere. If you’re looking to talk with a licensed professional online therapist, go to BetterHelp.com and let them know you heard about them on Adventure Sports Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

22 Aug 202259min

Originally aired - June 01, 2015Gerry Roach, the well-known author of Colorado Fourteeners, shares stories, advice, lessons learned, and wisdom from his more than 2,000 climbs.  From the seven summits to all of Colorado's 13ers and 14ers, Gerry has been there, done that!  What's more, he has shared his experiences via 15 books he has authored on climbing; guides and narratives.  Don't miss this one!Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gerry-Roach/e/B000ARBFI4%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_sharewww.summitsight.comSponsors:Sign up for the Athletic Brewing camping trailer giveaway here: https://athleticbrewing.com/pages/grand-giveawayBetter Help’s mission is to make professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime and anywhere. If you’re looking to talk with a licensed professional online therapist, go to BetterHelp.com and let them know you heard about them on Adventure Sports Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

18 Aug 202254min

The Sierra Peaks Section is a list of 247 significant peaks in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. We caught up with Nathan Longhurst and Travis Soares right as they were getting ready to enter Yosemite Valley for the some of the most epic terrain of the entire effort. Since this interview, they both independently finished the challenge and became the fastest people to do so with over 1,800 miles, 700,000 feet.Retrace their efforts unfold in real-time on their website, sps2022.com.They supported the Bishop Paiute Food Sovereignty Program through this adventure.Travis’ Stats - @travis.soares1890.25 miles729,569 vertical feetNathan’s Stats - @nathan3581928.25 miles784,910 vertical feet *GIVEAWAY ALERT*Gnarly Nutrition is giving away an amazing gift box to two lucky winners! Details on how to sign up can be found here: https://gognarly.com/pages/the-adventure-podcast-giveaway  Sponsors:Better Help’s mission is to make professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime and anywhere. If you’re looking to talk with a licensed professional online therapist, go to BetterHelp.com and let them know you heard about them on Adventure Sports Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

15 Aug 20221h 1min

Originally aired on January 27, 2020When Marty's 60th birthday came rolling around, he knew he needed to do something adventurous that took him out of his normal routine and into an entirely different frame of mind. From that longing came the idea to race in the Tour Divide, a 2,750-mile, mostly off-road, mountain bike race from Canada to Mexico along the Continental Divide.Now, at the age of 65, Marty is gearing up this June for another TD attempt. His 6th time on the trail.Our most adventurous years don't have to be the earliest. In fact, they can be the most recent. I hope Marty's story helps you see your own adventure in 2022.Website: Bucketride.bike Sponsor and Giveaway info:Gnarly Nutrition is giving away an amazing gift box to two lucky winners! Details on how to sign up can be found here: https://gognarly.com/pages/the-adventure-podcast-giveaway Get 15% off your first order of Gnarly Nutrition by using the code gnarlyadventure15 at gognarly.com. Better HelpBetter Help’s mission is to make professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime and anywhere. If you’re looking to talk with a licensed professional online therapist, go to BetterHelp.com and let them know you heard about them on Adventure Sports Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11 Aug 202257min

At a young age Alvin’s mother took him and his two siblings to the United States. Not because she necessarily wanted to, but because they faced threats and violence in their home country. As Alvin grew older he began to notice and become more aware of his situation as an undocumented immigrant and battled to fit into his new surroundings in Utah through camping and adventure sports. This is his story…Follow Alvin here:Instagram @whooptygoldbergSponsors and giveaway!Gnarly Nutrition is giving away an amazing gift box to two lucky winners! Details on how to sign up can be found here: https://gognarly.com/pages/the-adventure-podcast-giveaway Also, get 15% off your first order of Gnarly Nutrition by using the code gnarlyadventure15 at gognarly.com.Better HelpBetter Help’s mission is to make professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime and anywhere. If you’re looking to talk with a licensed professional online therapist, go to BetterHelp.com and let them know you heard about them on Adventure Sports Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

8 Aug 20221h 17min

Originally aired - August 30, 2019Jordon has a fascinating childhood jumping between the US, Ecuador, and Canada, which instilled a thirst for faraway destinations and adventure. Join us today to hear the story of a seemingly normal guy having the adventures of a lifetime between work and family. Instagram: @jwolframSponsors:Gnarly Nutrition: Get 15% off your first order of Gnarly Nutrition by using the code gnarlyadventure15 at gognarly.com.Better Help: Better Help’s mission is to make professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime and anywhere. If you’re looking to talk with a licensed professional online therapist, go to BetterHelp.com and let them know you heard about them on Adventure Sports Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

4 Aug 202254min

Lisa Thompson is the second American woman to summit K2, the second highest and considered the deadliest mountain in the world.Lisa has also summitted the highest mountain on all seven continents and is currently coordinating an all-women’s expedition in Nepal in 2022, which will be led by Sherpani in support of Nepalese women.She is a breast cancer survivor and in 2018 founded Alpine Athletics where she coaches aspiring climbers to reach their mountain goals.Her forthcoming book, Finding Elevation, chronicles her path from novice climber to the summit of K2.Lisaclimbs.comAlpineathletics.net@Lisaclimbs on IG and FBGet 15% off your first order of Gnarly Nutrition by using the code gnarlyadventure15 at gognarly.com.Better Help’s mission is to make professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime and anywhere. If you’re looking to talk with a licensed professional online therapist, go to BetterHelp.com and let them know you heard about them on Adventure Sports Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

1 Aug 20221h 1min

Originally aired October 12, 2017Krista Halling, Glen Chilton, and their mascot, Alfred the Kingfisher, paddle 250 miles from the source of the River Thames in rural England. They traveled through 44 locks, the city of London, and around the north coast of Kent to inspire school children and others to have outdoor adventures, big or small.Twitter: @thamestripFacebook: fallingdownthethamesGlen's Site: www.glenchilton.com/falling-down-the-thames-for-young-adventurers Better Help’s mission is to make professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime and anywhere. If you’re looking to talk with a licensed professional online therapist, go to BetterHelp.com and let them know you heard about them on Adventure Sports Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

28 Jul 202253min