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.