Join us we welcome back for her 5th appearance on the Pod Ashley Paulson and making his debut is her incredible husband Matt Paulson for our 3rd installment of our "Summer of Love" series brought to you by Back In Action
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In this episode as we dive into the inspiring journey of Ashley and Matt, a couple whose life revolves around endurance, support, and shared adventure. From incredible race stories to their love story, this episode captures the essence of partnership and perseverance.
In this episode:
- Ashley shares her milestones as a trailblazing ultramarathoner, including setting a world record for the fastest 100 miles on a treadmill
- Mattie reveals insights into supporting Ashley through epic races, ultra-endurance events, and the iconic "Harvey" RV adventures
- The couple reminisces about how they met working at a restaurant and their whirlwind romance that led to marriage in just nine months
- Heartfelt stories about supporting each other's dreams, making tough race-day decisions, and balancing life with their passion for adventure
- The importance of support crews, mental toughness, and maintaining perspective during grueling endurance events
- Fun tales of race mishaps, including a humorous story of a naked race and a surprise meet with Chester the Cheetah
- How their shared love for music, journey in the RV, and family moments shape their life together
Chapters
00:58 Introduction and Personal Updates
03:29 Exciting News: Guests and Collaborations
05:06 Introduction and Expectations
06:12 Maddie's Journey and Achievements
08:51 Personal Stories and Relationships
11:51 Meeting and Marrying Ashley
14:55 Challenges and Growth in Their Relationship
15:32 The Journey of Love and Second Chances
18:25 Parenting Adventures and Family Dynamics
21:27 The Evolution of Fitness and Support
27:24 From Amateur to Athlete: The Ironman Journey
33:28 The Role of Support in Endurance Sports
42:01 The Art of Motivation in Racing
47:33 Navigating Emotions During Races
53:49 The Role of a Support Crew
01:01:10 Making Tough Decisions in Racing
01:06:59 Life on the Road: RV Adventures
01:11:03 The Freedom of Podcasting Anywhere
01:13:29 Support and Advice for Endurance Athletes
01:16:54 The Journey of Endurance Racing
01:23:12 The Grit Behind Endurance Events
01:30:12 The Power of Music in Training
01:33:00 Celebrating Relationships and Support
01:36:00 Reflections on Past Guests and Experiences
01:39:00 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Episodes and Challenges
Thank you to My Race Tatts, OOFOS and Back in Action Chiro NH for bringing us our summer series.
