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Pushing Horizons Step by Step

Ash Pant
Ultra Running
Running
Endurance Sports
Personal Growth
Mental Health
Trail Running
Mental Resilience
Mindset
Running Community
Community Support
Mental Toughness
Women In Sports
Thames Ring 250
Resilience
UTMB
Triathlon
Endurance Training
Moab 240
Western States
Training

Pushing Horizons: Step by Step is a podcast about how running changes us: physically, mentally, emotionally. Hosted by Ash Pant, each episode unpacks raw, heartfelt conversations with runners who’ve faced setbacks, chased dreams, and found themselves in the rhythm of the run. These are stories of grit, growth, healing, and quiet triumphs. Whether you're lacing up for your first 5K or recovering fr... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes128Foundeda year ago
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Latest Episodes

Elite trail runner Caitlin Fielder joins Pushing Horizons to share her journey from marine science student and artist to competing against the best trail runners in the world.

We talk about starting running later than most elite athletes, recovering... more

Season 3 Episode 20

The Joy of Hard Things

Kat Edwards Anderson has raced some of the toughest ultramarathons in the world, including Cocodona 250, Moab 240, Sedona Canyons 125, Kodiak 100M by UTMB, and Massanutten 100.

But this conversation isn't... more

Season 3 Episode 19

Built for the Long Game

DJ Fox has become one of the most respected endurance athletes in ultrarunning.

After winning World's Toughest Mudder, setting the Colorado Trail West-to-East Fastest Known Time (FKT), and finishing on t... more

Season 3 Episode 18: Finding Purpose Beyond the Finish Line

What happens when something that defines you comes to an end?

After an incredible 1,202-day running streak, James McDonald made one of the hardest decisions of his life: to stop running ev... more

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Recent Guests

Charlotte Fisher
Ultra runner known for overcoming personal setbacks and mental health challenges through running.
Episode: Charlotte Fisher | Strength Built in the Dark | Season 2 Episode 35
Tommy Sullivan
Psychologist and avid trail runner soon-to-be father.
Episode: Tommy Sullivan | When Joy Pushes You Forward | Season 2 Episode 34
Katharina Hartmuth
Mountain and trail runner from Germany
Episode: Katharina Hartmuth | Finding Joy Inside Suffering | Season 2 Episode 33
Alyssa Clarke
Ultra marathon runner, endurance adventurer, coach, podcaster, and traveler
Episode: Alyssa Clarke | Running Toward the Edge of Potential | Season 2, Episode 32
Anthony Costales
An ultra-trail runner and PE teacher.
Salt Lake City School District
Episode: Anthony Costales | Earn Every Mile | Season 2 Episode 31
Katie Spitz
Endurance athlete dedicated to raising money for clean water projects
Episode: Katie Spitz | Choosing hard things on purpose | Season 2 Episode 30
Lotti Brinks
A runner who transitioned from competitive track to trail running after dealing with injuries.
Episode: Lotti Brinks | Learning to Belong at the Front of the Pack | Season 2 Episode 29
Melissa Vanthienen
A dedicated marathon runner who transitioned from triathlons to running, and a mom balancing family and fitness.
Episode: Melissa Vanthienen | You’re Stronger Than You Think | Season 2 Episode 28
Jane Maus
Trail and ultrarunner living in Boulder, Colorado, with a background in track and field and soccer.
Episode: Jane Maus | Turning Setbacks Into Breakthrough Races | Season 2 Episode 26

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Ash Pant
Host of Pushing Horizons

Chart Rankings

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#31
Brazil/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#52
Ukraine/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#212
Spain/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#242
Switzerland/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Tommy Sullivan | When Joy Pushes You Forward | Season 2 Episode 34
Q: Why do you run?
I run because day to day the reasons change...it allows me to be curious and receptive to new experiences.
Alyssa Clarke | Running Toward the Edge of Potential | Season 2, Episode 32
Q: When you are in that mindset, how do you get out of it?
Alyssa approaches mental blocks by categorizing factors she can control versus those she cannot, helping to clear her mind and focus on positive actions during races.
Alyssa Clarke | Running Toward the Edge of Potential | Season 2, Episode 32
Q: How do you handle setbacks or DNFs?
Alyssa explained the importance of acknowledging disappointment but then quickly working to identify areas of improvement with support from her coaching team.
Alyssa Clarke | Running Toward the Edge of Potential | Season 2, Episode 32
Q: When did you realize that you are built to endure these tougher distances?
Alyssa realized her endurance capacity during her first 50K where, unlike other runners, she felt more invigorated as the race progressed, indicating her strong durability and enjoyment for long runs.
Katharina Hartmuth | Finding Joy Inside Suffering | Season 2 Episode 33
Q: If you could relive one race moment, which one would it be?
I would say some moment during Tor, because I remember there were moments where I cried in the race because it was so beautiful.

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This show centers on how running shapes people—physically, mentally, and emotionally—through intimate, candid conversations with athletes who've faced setbacks, chased ambitious goals, and found meaning in the long run. Across recent episodes, listeners hear gym-floor honesty about resilience, mental health, and the grind of training, often woven with themes like community support, purpose-driven motivation, and the ethics of endurance sport. Guests span ultra runners, coaches, teachers, and researchers, offering practical advice on mindset, preparation, and balancing life with demanding goals. A standout aspect is the blend of personal storytelling with broader insights on endurance culture—from mentoring and family dynamics to philanthrop... more

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