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Do Hard Things™ with Siegfried Tiegs

Siegfried "SIG" Jay Tiegs
Breathwork
Mental Health
Personal Growth
Crossfit
Community Support
Winter Running
72-Hour Water-Only Fast
Five Pillars Of a Peaceful Life
Spartan Race
Mindset
Pole Runner Nation
Personal Development
Mobility Training
Do Hard Things Academy
Nick Klingensmith
Life On Offense
Do Hard Things Wellness Academy
Triathlon
Peace
Do Hard Things Nation

Do Hard Things™ is the podcast for driven people in their 30s to 50s who are done drifting, and ready to get focused, energized, and clear.

Hosted by Siegfried "Sig" Tiegs, CHPC, MBA, MSc — Major, U.S. Army (Ret.), Amazon Best Selling author, and high-performance coach.

Each episode delivers raw conversations, real stories, and practical strategies to help you stop performing and start buildi... more

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Nick Klingensmith
Cancer survivor, four-time cancer survivor? and endurance athlete via obstacle course racing
Spartan Racing / obstacle course racing community
Episode: From Rock Bottom to Racing Triumphs: Nick Klingensmith's Journey of Resilience and Reinvention
Alan Earl
30+ years in law enforcement; founder of Defensive Applications LLC
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Josh De Jong
Breathwork facilitator and triathlon coach
Do Hard Things Wellness Academy
Episode: From Turtle to Triathlete: Breathwork, Grit, and Growth with Josh De Jong
Brian Larson
Certified CrossFit coach, expert in movement and nutrition, skilled breathwork facilitator
Do Hard Things Nation
Episode: Breathwork, Movement, and High Performance with Brian Larson
Michael Pickings
Navy veteran and founder of Pole Runner Nation, advocate for mental health awareness
Episode: The Pole Runner: A Veteran’s Marathon with a Telephone Pole for Mental Wellness

Hosts

Jay Tiegs
Host of the Do Hard Things Podcast; high-performance coach and author with a military background.
Siegfried Tiegs
Co-host and veteran-focused coach; founder of Do Hard Things Nation/Wellness Academy; author.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Great pod

    Tiegs is very informative . I served with this dude and he was always leading by example. He's a man of high standards and a moral compass which always pointed in the right direction.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ryan29129
    United States5 months ago
  • Booooring

    I have never heard a man talk so much about nothing. Don’t waste your time on this one.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    dcb682
    United States2 years ago
  • A must!!

    I gain so much insight when I listen to you. You rock!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carriecage
    United States4 years ago
  • Real, Raw, & Relatable

    Jay’s “Do Hard Things” podcast hits the 3 R’s (Real, Raw, & Relatable) like no other. He impels you think about what’s happening in your life already and how you take that a step further. He wants us to realize mediocre is no way to live. While Jay is this extraordinary human being, he’s also “one of us”. He’s positive, uplifting, but gives us the kick in the butt we need. If you aren’t listening, START NOW.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrissieP33
    United States4 years ago
  • No filter!

    I love how authentic Jay and his guests are! They are honest about their own struggles and provide solid content that you can apply easily and with measurable impact on your life. Great podcast that I highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bri Sides
    United States4 years ago

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From Siegfried to Jay and Back Again: The Peaceful Warrior's Journey
Q: What is the long-term vision for Do Hard Things?
Building an online community through the Wellness Academy and expanding to facilities around the country for immersive personal development experiences.
From Siegfried to Jay and Back Again: The Peaceful Warrior's Journey
Q: What's one hard thing anyone listening could commit to that could make a real difference in their life?
Moving the body and downloading positive information through reading consistently.
From Siegfried to Jay and Back Again: The Peaceful Warrior's Journey
Q: What role does community play in helping people succeed in their hard things?
Community provides connection and support for personal growth, allowing individuals to share challenges and insights with like-minded people.
The Pole Runner: A Veteran’s Marathon with a Telephone Pole for Mental Wellness
Q: What's pulled you back from the brink?
Getting the right doctor, praying, focusing on my family, and working out consistently have made a significant difference in stabilizing my life.
The Pole Runner: A Veteran’s Marathon with a Telephone Pole for Mental Wellness
Q: What advice would you give someone that is having some mental health challenges like you had to move forward?
Seek help as much as you can. Never give up in the fight because it takes time and effort, and we can't give up on ourselves, as losing hope means there's nothing left to fight for.

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