This episode is all over the place in the best kind of way. I kick things off solo with a bit of a training update, a kangaroo rescue mission, and some honest thoughts around identity, social media, and why I cut a chunk out of last week’s episode.

Then Amy jumps in and things get loose. We chat relationship milestones (farting with mouth tape on made the list), run through some weirdly specific Q&A, talk about what it’s like trying to balance work, training, and time together — and there are plenty of laughs along the way.

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I fly solo in this one, recapping my recent Deka Strong win, training block updates, and the surprising muscular grind of Zone 2.

I dive into the psychology of performance, why intensity needs balance, and how cutting out gossip has completely shifted my perspective. A bit of a ramble, a lot of real talk.

In this raw, real, and refreshingly honest episode, I sit down with my partner Amy for an open chat about the way they navigate our relationship — a relationship that doesn’t always follow society’s "rules."

From balancing goals and personal space to supporting each other through the heavy stuff, this episode dives into how we make it all work.

It’s heartfelt, hilarious, and at times, pretty damn deep. We unpack everything from triggers and communication to running a 10K for the first time and what it really means to be a supportive partner (spoiler: it’s not always doing what the other person wants).

Whether you're in a relationship, single, or just love hearing people get real — this one’s for you.

00:00 – Intro & why Amy's the star of this ep

02:15 – Amy's backstory: From teaching to BFT

05:30 – Her unexpected love/hate relationship with running

10:40 – The 10K goal, training, tears, and treadmill runs

17:45 – Race day recap & why it meant so much

23:30 – Real talk: Confidence, self-worth & comparisons

27:50 – Transition: Let’s talk relationships

29:20 – Communication, discomfort & emotional triggers

35:00 – Ditching Disney: Redefining a ‘healthy’ relationship

40:00 – Being honest about what you want (even if it's awkward)

45:10 – How others perceive your relationship from the outside

49:00 – Support vs. reliance: The difference that matters

53:40 – How they handle tough days, triggering each other & real growth

59:30 – Fun Rapid Fire Questions (and a little roasting)

1:03:00 – Sign Offs & Snack Talk

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