Winning the World's Toughest Ultra With Sally McRae

[@rballersUnited]

I love how Nick lets his guests speak without inane interruptions. More interviewers should be like this.

[@TripDadLife]

He just loves talking about himself.

[@theegress3131]

I agree completely. Nick does incredible interviews. Wish he would interview CrossFit athletes as well.

[@bdtravels5620]

Yea I just started listening to this show and yes very impressive

[@Batsithegreat]

We got to hear Sally's story. He let us have that. So cool.

[@AgentBooty]

I think this everyday when I listen to his podcasts, Nick is awesome

[@CautionBeforeCoffee]

This is powerful. Respect to Sally and her Mother.

[@AlexBeeOfficial]

Respect to Sally in opening up so much about her troubles and sorry you had to go through all that. Sure someone has listened and this has helped them more than you'll ever know. Also, Nick is one of the best podcast hosts I've seen. Power of just shutting up and not saying a word, letting the guest tell their story at their own pace and in their own way. Hope to see more of these, really enjoy them 💪

[@thefraseman]

Was about to say exactly the same thing. The power to shut the fuck up is incredible.

[@TripDadLife]

He's not really that good. Only in this podcast is he good and that's because he's not saying anything. Most of the time that he talks in other podcasts, and this one included, he talks about himself as if he was the one being interviewed. The difference between when someone like Joe Rogan does this and when Nick does this is that Joe Rogan has actually led an interesting life and has important things to say. Nick just wants to be important and wants people to hear what he has to say. A good podcast host would ask good questions, and offer interesting insights, and not just use talking time to talk about this one time at bandcamp.

[@tylerferrier4493]

@@TripDadLife Strongly disagree, nothing wrong with the host sharing their experience as well. It keeps the conversation rolling.

[@BrittneeKay]

Sobbing in the first 10 minutes. 😭 I found Sally McRae's channel while training for my first half-marathon a couple months ago. She proves that you can overcome every hard thing that you go through in life. Very inspiring 😌

[@sallymcraestrength]

thank you for watching Brittnee!

[@ozz3790]

can you give a link to Sally's channel??? thanks

[@loredanab]

Me too🎉

[@glockdookie5231]

Youre not sobbing

[@BrittneeKay]

@@glockdookie5231 lol ok how do you know?

[@gsix1000]

One of the best pods I’ve ever listened to. Props to you Nick for knowing when to let someone talk and the questions to ask that bring out these powerful conversations!

[@markavery7324]

This is better than a good movie. I was not ready for how deep and how real this was. Great job of knowing when to just let her tell her awsome story and then patiently waiting and adding cool meaningful content.

[@amyfromm1450]

This is one of the most powerful podcast episodes I’ve ever listened to. Thank you Sally for sharing your incredible personal story.

[@brandonreymond7841]

Just found this podcast and this dude is legit the best interviewer ever! No interruptions and he has great questions. Also this girl is a badass, I didn’t think I’d start this morning off by sobbing on my way to work but WOW what a story

[@Dr.RundaBomZim]

I have a very similar childhood and learned i could run away from an abusive environment. I too learned to protect myself as a middle child who took the brunt of abuse from 4 until 16 years old. Thankfully Ive been able to forgive my father and he's sought treatment for PTSD from the Vietnam War. School was my safe haven thus I became a teacher and am now trying my first 50k trail race thanks to Sally. I know much of her story, sadly. Thankful for listening in to this. I haven't often thought about those early years. Love ya Sally.

[@_andrewpeacock]

Fuck. At times it was hard to listen to and it’s incredibly hard to fathom what Sally went through. I’m a new dad and I couldn’t imagine the pain I would have caused my daughter had I treated her this way. Thank you for sharing your story and being vulnerable with us Sally. You are an incredibly strong person and the world is a better place because of it. Much love

[@aadamadkins2927]

This was one of the most moving podcasts I’ve ever listened to. Sally continues to inspire me to recapture my dreams and keep going.

[@madisonltree]

God is so present in Sally’s life. Even when she was stripped of everything He was there. I cannot imagine the pain she’s gone through, God is good even when it doesn’t feel that way.

[@filip_548]

This is just so wholesome. I love Sally as much as I love to listen to Nick. Especially on the long runs. Their stories are out of this world. Proper legends

[@sirilewis1179]

I blame Sally for getting me into ultra running years ago. That laugh is so contagious. Love you Sally!!!

[@Sasha-vs6sd]

This woman is a master class in life lessons & maneuvering those challenges with reflection, learning, adapting, & becoming the next amazing version of yourself. So much respect.

[@Updog89]

Nick is such a socially and emotionally intelligent person. The quality of these interviews is such a testament to that!

[@efishient]

20 minutes in and you barely spoke Nick, no pun intended. Masterful listening and kudos to you. Such a powerful choice of guest. Keep up the brilliant work.

[@bikingrealtor]

What a tear jerker listening to this Amazing woman and her life story. Incredible soul and human being. Thanks for sharing. Another great podcast from your team.

[@rahulbarca4112]

I ran/jog 19km listening to this and crying all the time. So powerful....More power and succes to Sally. Kudos to for being such an awesome host.

[@Terrilyn_Austen]

This is my favorite interview you have done Nick. It's raw and real. Well done.

[@rayvaughan123]

I've been following Sally for years and did not know her full story. Wow! Story of perseverance and will. Great ultra running tips as well. Thanks for sharing.

[@john.maynard]

Great conversation. I saw Sally at Badwater this year, and though she was hurting, you’d never known it. She is tough, and so badass. Beyond that, her positivity - and her laughter - is on another level!

[@reecedupler7106]

Unbelievable conversation. So much respect for Sally

[@mikegibson1387]

I've seen Sally in so many running videos. Never heard these stories before. Thank you so much for creating a space where this conversation can be had.

[@serafinahikes3467]

I shed a tear hearing the part about your dad, not being patient, even the day your mom passed away. Nobody understands what it is like to live in that situation, unless they lived it themselves. This is one of the most authentic podcasts I have listened to lately. The whole thing with forgiveness, and turning things around. It was just so powerful. Thanks for sharing Sally. I will be reading your book.

[@GoneFishingVlog]

When nick said we can do 8 more episodes. I was like yes please 🙏 this podcast was amazing ❤

[@ellena5897]

I’m an injured runner and am using my brother’s Nortitrack iFit elliptical, biking, lifting, and swimming to cross train while I can’t run. I listened to this podcast a few months ago and was blown away by Sally’s story. Today I did a follow along Norditrack workout and Sally lead the virtual run along the Jackson Hole half marathon course. Didn’t dawn on me at first who she was and then when I heard her say her name again I thought - wait she’s the one on Nick’s podcast! She’s amazing 😻 and her follow along workout was the next best thing to running and she’s a fantastic virtual coach 👏 you’re a savage, Sally! (in the best way possible)

[@2016T]

This interview made me cry. It was so beautiful

[@KingdomArmor]

Sally thank you for sharing from your heart - pain, joy and your loving spirit. You are a treasure to behold as the light of Christ shines from within your soul into this community.

[@jenblied9193]

two of my all-time favorites!!! 😎 Sallie's good nature and knowledge drop and Nick's genuine groundedness...such a great podcast.

[@maryb9284]

My son sent me this today. He's a runner n I couldn't be more proud of him. I also lost my mother at a young age n my father isn't the best n I'm struggling with that right now. U r right we need to forgive n move on, but away n do us... Thank you Sally for sharing your story. Your momma would be soooo proud! 🤗

[@MattRunsColorado]

Probably my favorite episode ever!! Such a great story and lesson!

[@cameronmueller]

Sally is so strong; Dealing with such a monster, its insane how someone can do this to their own children.. Sally! We appreciate your story, you're so inspirational. Amazing accomplishments as well as being a pivotal person in the ultra running community, you're truly ground breaking. Thanks for the podcast Nick and BPN.

[@katielane5833]

This was an incredibly inspiring story. I’m starting my journey now to get into ultra running. I’ve run on and off since I was young. I just started couch to 5k and I was walking a lot prior to that to start getting back into the swing of things. I’m battling a lot of different things mentally and physically, I’m hoping that getting back into something I love and taking it to the next level will help me get through all of my obstacles. I’m mentally strong, just life kicks your @ss a lot and I’m ready to fight back. This just helped fuel my fire. You can do anything you put your mind to.

[@gramon74]

Absolutely loved this episode. 2 hours of raw, real emotion. Such power in Sally's words. Wow - just amazed and thankful to listen in and learn about Sally's journey. Inspirational for sure!!

[@victoriaweeks1448]

After caring for and losing my husband and mother to cancer, I accidentally turned to endurance riding and Sally, your comment about real pain and suffering is so spot on. It is not to take away from anyone who is in pain and suffering during an event.But the perspective one gets as life goes on and we experience trauma is like a super power. My worst day on the bike pales in comparison to the hell cancer dishes out to all involved.

[@Dr.RundaBomZim]

Just found Sally at 56 years old. I wanna do an ultra race which I've never done. Love the mindset here.❤

[@michaelsherrow3195]

Sally is the most encouraging, humble, authentic person I have ever listened to. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@mathewputman]

This was such an incredible interview. Thank you for giving her so much space to tell her story, it’s life changing.

[@RuffRydaz82]

Truly remarkable! One of the best ever! Thank you for your light - to both of you!

[@sallymcraestrength]

Thank you Marco!

[@mauiswift6391]

Sally is amazing and has an incredible partner/husband. Her story is moving.

[@lutherkopf8749]

Breath taking honestly. Thank you Sally.

[@Hoops.c3ve]

This is one of the best podcasts i’ve ever listened to, I can’t believe it has less than 100k views

[@moro5826]

Such a great episode.. Thanks Sally ❤. Thanks Nick

[@westkjeremy77]

Wow. INCREDIBLE story. I will be a fan of Sall'ys for life after this. This is my favorite episode so far. Thanks, Nick and team!

[@nappydo1]

Sally, I had mad respect for you before I heard this! I'm not even half way done with the podcast and I'm gaining more respect by the min! I hope more and more people find you and learn from you! Thank you for all the inspiration!

[@dvlpr]

The beginning part of this is highly emotional so far! Really nice to hear her story.

[@allison_diehl]

This is incredible, thank you for this, Nick and Sally!

[@CKrums97]

Nick, I am moved and inspired by your capacity for listening and empathic understanding. Thank you!

[@nikivinogradoff1990]

Looking forward to the next one Sally and Nick. Thank you to both of you for who you are and what you do.

[@larryorwin6541]

Sally is a remarkable human being. I saw her win at BW and she is as tough as they come, yet a gentle soul as proven with her story her.

[@bob.rob.bobby.robert]

This episode is a must listen for any person pushing themself in sport of any kind, but really it relatable to enduring the struggles of life. Thank you so much Sally and Nick for sharing your story in this incredible episode. Although I find myself immediatly wanting to comment on the running or mindset of athletes etc.. I want to point out my big takeaway which was made in Sally's last major point: it is not about the medals, or the winning, or the acknowledgment.. the joy comes out of the daily struggle, the hard times, and the tiny personal improvements that go unrecognized by anybody but yourself.. When were all looking back on our own story, its not the medals we will cherish, its the journey.. This hit me profoundly. Not because its the first time I ever heard these words spoken, but because in the context of your story these words ring truer. I relate running and personal challenges to real life challenges and struggles.. to learn to run and to learn to enjoy it helps train me for my approach to everyday life.. Its stories like this that help remind me that although things are hard right now (and they are), embrace it, sit in it, conquer it, and overcome. Seriously thank you both, I needed to hear this today. I might go do one more!

[@AV_4C]

Excellent, Powerful!! And he lets her speak…refreshing to have a podcast where the interviewer does not take over the show and make the focus them-self!

[@andrewmitchell7850]

I hope that Sally doesn’t regret sharing all of that. I have had similar experiences and am inspired by you!

[@alisonfarrell70]

This was so encouraging to me! I put it on to listen to during my workout this morning and I was inspired to cut it short and go spend the rest of the morning with my husband. God definitely used this for me. Slight perspective shifts to help realign me with what matters. Thanks for being real y’all❤

[@toddboucher3302]

I probably need to say just thanks for doing this. Seems every couple months I come back and listen again so much healing.

[@shawnjenkins5477]

Wow. I knew some of Sally’s story before watching this, but here she goes really deep. And it’s so cool to see just how powerful the mind can be and that we as people really can control it. We can make our minds work for us. I’m so thankful that she has been able to overcome so much and shine so bright in this world. She has set a really great example.

[@pistashleyo5897]

Damn Sally, you may never see this comment but this podcast is hitting me hard. I started running last year and found your ultra videos on KZbin just last month before my first half marathon... I also lost my mom at 16 to cancer, and I just can't believe how relatable you are. I'm thankful to hear your story and realize maybe part of my strength now is due to what I had to go through as a teen. Also resentful that my dad even 17 years later is STILL here. Out-living absolutely everyone. On oxygen, double lung surgery.. Can't leave his house but was never truly there for me. It SUCKS. We make life our own and with our next generations we keep the strength of our mothers and avoid behaviors of our fathers. Fuck this is a profound conversation even though I'm the opposite of a woman of faith...

[@lucaspetersen]

This episode is incredible. Thank you both for sharing!

[@loredanab]

Beautiful testimony… you inspired me so much but now even more … may God bless you … ❤

[@pete801]

That was impressive. Good interview. Good studio. Sally is brilliant and Nick was quality.

[@marjschmitz1836]

Sally could write a best selling book about her childhood and experiences and philosophy of life. She is so awesome. 💖

[@houstonaut6940]

I absolutely loved this episode. I was her for every second. Listening to her story was so empowering. Absolutely incredible

[@alanbayliss4853]

I first watched your episode with Courtney Dauwalter, who I think is amazing, but Sally's honesty and openness is very humbling. My ultra running journey began during the first lockdown here in the UK (I would have previously described myself as a middle distance triathlete) so have experienced many of the physical and mental challenges of the sport. And it is SO addictive - I'm currently waiting to see if I've got a ballot place in the UTMB CCC. Great work Nick, these are so engaging. Keep them coming!

[@spinswimscream25]

Love Sally so much! I’ve followed her running for many years & never seen her open up so much for a podcast. She’s an inspiration in the truest sense of the word. Thank you Nick.

[@wildflower11ful]

So much Raw emotions, I had to revisit this podcast a couple of times.😔

[@jameslopez958]

Thank you Sally for sharing this powerful story with us Supporters of YOU ❤

[@stevedawson4966]

What a ray of sunshine . Keep shining Sally.

[@wallysworkin823]

Best conversation with Sally I’ve ever heard, she truly is amazing. Huge respect for Nick as a host, thanks for letting your guests talk.

[@billmoore5305]

I broke down in tears wow! So much love Sally. Cheers to your Mom and love to the heck out of Nick

[@monster2243]

All I can say is wow! This is hands down the best podcast I’ve heard and I’ve listened to thousands of podcasts! Very very very powerful! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@etapepartners]

Sallie !! I totally agree with her point about starting out with running. I took up running about 18 months ago. the hardest thing I have done since was in the first few weeks... trying to run around my block. I was gasping for air, my knees were so sore stairs were difficult. I had to listen to music because the sounds of my own panting was demoralizing. in the last 12 months I have run countless trail races, 20 miles, marathons, 50ks, Broken Arrow at elevation, etc. I now can win my age group, and sometimes win outright. but the hardest part of the entire progression was 18 months ago when I first started running. to quit and say "its too hard" would have been sooooo easy. but working through that has changed my life. its true that I had an endurance background, but I had been idle for over a decade....AND following Sallie's Ifit workouts has been amazing.

[@LizDC]

Needed this podcast today. Raw and Authentic. Thank You 🙏✨️😭🙌

[@arkieologist]

Life changing and incredibly powerful and moving to hear Sally's story. I could listen to hours more of these conversations. Thank you for this podcast. ❤️ I love you, Sally. I am saving this to listen to time and again.

[@jasonford9174]

The best podcast I’ve ever heard!

[@sallymcraestrength]

thank you for listening

[@alantay9409]

I can relate with Sally. Thank you for sharing a piece of your life. Thank you Nick for hosting her. 👍

[@aleccmedina]

One of the best podcast I have listened to in awhile! Love Sally's story and Nick is such a good host, he actually knows how to listen and embrace the guest!

[@davideisman6243]

What an awesome conversation. Very powerful and meaningful. Thank you Sally for sharing your story! Super stoked on these podcasts from Nick and the BPN team.

[@sarahaiken2167]

And of course incredible interviewee. Beyond humble and inspiring

[@aliciavalentyn5889]

Such an insightful look inside at a love for life and ultra running 🏃‍♀️ Sally’s example of; stain-glass, soccer, family, healing, uniqueness, community, failures, etc...☀️motivate me more than words can describe. Thank you 🙏

[@Tom.Warren]

Best interview! A lot of emotions being poured out, and we can all relate

[@stellahills7253]

God this young lady has risen from such a harsh life! RESPECT! ❤

[@michaelgrayrn4579]

I'm a hospice nurse... Beautiful conversation!

[@gloriagarcia5180]

I was choked up so much listening to this because it’s so relatable. Thank you for sharing

[@conscientiousdefector]

Sally your story made me weep for you multiple times. You’re amazing. ❤️🤗 What a powerful episode Nick! So inspiring! 🔥🔥🔥

[@peaksandpaws]

I absolutely love Sally! She's my favorite!

[@kevindecoteau3186]

She says some things similar to Kipchoge, "no human is limited"

[@sallymcraestrength]

Matthew 19:26 has been around long before Kipchoge and the many others who quote a rendition of the verse.

[@anastasjasringenwald1791]

Thank you both i like listening to you while i'm Training 🙏🏼

[@NOYESUSA]

Such a good podcast. You two are amazing. I'm not crying...

[@johnratley5070]

I’m not crying, you’re crying.

[@ronisgrateful]

great conversation! what a beautiful person @sallymcraestrenght 🙏🏻💛 great podcast Nick! I am not an athletic guy, but something lead me here. this is the second episode I've watched fully now and I love your style 💯

[@JuanCinefilo]

This is the second episode I watched and I LOVE how good he is as a listener.

[@Ultrarunningamber]

Wow! Just Wow! This is by far the best podcast I have ever heard and it has moved me to the core. Thanks so much Nock for letting Sally tell this story of her life. People I know can take some of this and learn from it and maybe change the way they think or there actions. Thanks so much it has changed me.

[@Nonbeliever592]

Sally I knew I gravitated to you for a reason! I love you your strength & courage is so admirable I'm so sorry you went thru that you're so awesome I know Mom is super proud

[@alzahrmd]

Amazing episode. So inspiring. Thanks to Nick who for mastering active listening and setting the stage for such a great flow of ideas and emotions.

[@TripDadLife]

Bravo to Sally for all she's done and the life she's lived.

[@juliemcbride6841]

Such a moving journey. I admire her so much.

[@johnpolidan3892]

Thank you Sally and Nick. That was fantastic.

[@DP-sh3nk]

Whats to say, she's amazing. "Knew her" from Billy yang but so much more of her story was revealed here. And kudos to Nick, as many stated, he did a great job letting her speak and share her wisdom and story

[@jenrichardson432]

Praise the Lord for healing, forgiveness, and grace!