EP187 - Built by Consistency: Chris Avery’s Ultra Journey
About this episode
Chris Avery shares his transformative journey of running an ultra marathon every day for a year, emphasizing the power of consistency and personal growth.
On this episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, ultrarunner and coach David Theriot sits down with Chris Avery, an ultrarunner on a mission that sounds impossible at first glance: running an ultra marathon every day for an entire year while circumnavigating the perimeter of the United States. What makes Chris’s story so compelling isn’t just the miles — it’s how it all started. No running background. No love for the sport. Just a willingness to say yes to a single mile a day. That simple act of consistency sparked a transformation that now has Chris running 17+ miles daily, building toward 30+ miles a day for 365 consecutive days. This conversation dives deep into: How a no-training marathon changed Chris’s life Why consistency beats motivation every time Running as a tool for spiritual growth and identity Balancing ultra training, faith, family, and business Why starting small is the key to long-term success How suffering strips away ego and reveals purpose For ultrarunners, trail runners, and anyone chasing growth — physically, mentally, or spiritually — this episode is a reminder that you don’t need a perfect plan. You just need to take the next step. Whether you’re an…
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