What happens when you refuse to choose between strength, endurance, and living life to the fullest? You become a hybrid athlete!

This week on The Wild Onez, we’re joined by the badass Kelli Self to talk all things HYROX, ultramarathons, training, and pushing your limits.

From HYROX workouts to ultra-distance adventures and everything in between, Kelli brings the energy, the stories, and the perspective you won’t want to miss.

Train hard. Live big. YOLO. 🤘

Episode 16. Kelli Self

This week on the WILD ONEZ Podcast, we're sitting down with Dr. Hayley Duggar, D.C., for a fun and inspiring conversation about what it really means to move well, feel strong, and live an active life.

We chat about how she helps people move better, recover from injuries, and build strength that lasts through sports chiropractic. We also dive into her love of running, the joys and challenges of motherhood, and how she balances it all while helping others become the healthiest version of themselves.

Whether you're an athlete, a runner, a parent, or just someone looking for a little motivation to keep moving, there's something in this episode for you.

Episode 15. Dr. Hayley Duggar,D.C.

In Episode 14 of the WILD Onez Podcast, we sit down with an incredible athlete, teammate, and one of the kindest humans you'll ever meet. Amy shares her journey from endurance sports to discovering the world of swimrun, and how she became passionate about helping others find their place in this unique community. Amy has long been involved in endurance racing, from Ironman and ultradistance events to competing in ÖTILLÖ Swimrun alongside teammate Trista Mennen as "Team Adorkable."

We dive into her athletic background, what continues to motivate her to stay active, the importance of surrounding yourself with great people, and why giving back to the sport has become one of her greatest passions.

Whether you're a seasoned swimrunner, endurance athlete, or simply someone looking for inspiration to keep showing up and chasing adventure, Amy's story is one you won't want to miss.

Episode 14. Amy Bush 

Welcome to the show! Today we're joined by Kelsie Tarbell, Program Coordinator for Girls on the Run South Louisiana, a nonprofit that helps girls build confidence, develop life skills, and discover their inner strength through movement and meaningful mentorship. In her role, Kelsie works with schools, volunteers, and communities across South Louisiana to bring this life-changing program to more girls each season.

We'll talk about how running becomes a tool for building resilience, leadership, and self-confidence, what makes Girls on the Run so impactful, and how the program is shaping the next generation of strong, compassionate young women. We'll also hear Kelsie's own journey, what inspires her work, and how listeners can get involved.

Kelsie, welcome to the podcast! It's great to have you here.

Episode 13. Girls on the Run with Kelsie Tarbell

Welcome back to WILD Onez.

Today’s guest is Sarah Fergot—a mom, ultra runner, swimrunner, and all-around endurance badass who discovered ultras later in life and never looked back.

Sarah has a deep love for trail running and a relentless sense of adventure, drawn to the kind of challenges that push limits and test the human spirit. From rugged trails to multi-day endurance races, she embraces the unknown with grit, determination, and a smile.

Most recently, she took on one of the toughest races in the world, the Cocodona 250, adding another incredible chapter to her growing list of adventures.

Let's dive into Sarah’s journey, what fuels her passion for endurance sports, and why it's never too late to chase big goals.

Episode 12. Sarah Fergot 

Welcome to Episode 11 of the WILD ONEZ podcast. Volumes up for this one - post race 9pm conversation with some new swimrunners from the WILD Ascent program and some very well traveled and competitive swimrunners & there take on the OTILLO Orcas Island race.  Really loved recording this one & we hope you do too!!

Episode 11. Fern A Friend 

In this episode of the WILD One podcast, we sit down with our friend Liza to talk about her incredible stoke for life, endurance sports, and what it's like trying new things as an adult - & after a hip replacement!!

Liza shares stories from races, adventures, and backpacking trips that have shaped her journey, while reminding us that the real reward is the life you build along the way. Her perspective on adventure as simply the "icing on the cake" is inspiring, grounding, and something we know will stick with listeners long after the episode ends.

This conversation is full of honesty, resilience, laughter, and a reminder that it's never too late to chase new experiences, challenge yourself, and stay curious. We wanna be like Liza when we grow up.

Episode 10. Icing on the cake 

Episode 9 of the WILD Onez Podcast features a conversation with our bestie Kate.  We get into her background in endurance sports and how those early experiences shaped the way she approaches challenges today. From there, we dive into the evolving relationship between movement, mindset, and everyday life—especially when things don’t go in a straight line. We also explore how finding something new can shift your perspective in unexpected ways, and what it can look like to reconnect with sport on your own terms. This one is reflective, a bit chaotic and centered around growth, change, and figuring things out as you go.

Episode 9. Kate Melberg

Welcome to Episode 8 of The WILD Onez Podcast. We are so excited to share this episode with y’all! Team WILD VerMamas: a powerhouse swimrun duo made up of two Vermont moms Amanda & Fiona who turned an instant connection into an unstoppable partnership. Connected through their shared love of movement and the outdoors, these women have built a life that blends fierce competition with family adventure.

Between them, they’re raising five kids, often bringing them along for the ride, and balancing it all with the support of their husbands.

With the Swimrun World Championships on the horizon, Team WILD VerMamas is training hard and enjoying all the moments along the way. In this episode, they share their story of friendship, grit, motherhood, and what it takes to chase big goals while staying grounded in what matters most.

Episode 8. WILD VerMamas 

Welcome to Episode 7 of the Wild Onez Podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Kelsey Pfendler to talk about her upcoming and truly extraordinary journey—a SOLO ocean row from California to Hawaii.

We explore Kelsey’s origin story in endurance sports, her time working as a Grand Canyon river guide, her previous adventures as a team of 4 on this route  and how those experiences shaped the mindset she’s bringing into this next chapter. She shares what it takes to prepare—mentally, physically, and logistically—for a challenge of this magnitude, as she gets ready to spend weeks alone at sea , with her boat named Lily, pushing her limits in pursuit of something  world record breaking. 

This is an inspiring conversation about resilience, courage, and committing fully to a goal that  Kelsey dreamt up a few years ago. FOLLOW HER STORY AS IT'S HAPPENING!!!

Follow her journey on Instagram: @YouRowKelsey [https://www.instagram.com/yourowkelsey?igsh=ZTVya2Niazk5Nndn]
Support her expedition: http://spot.fund/dnmq22hsc

Episode 7. Kelsey Pfendler - on the edge of an incredible adventure

A podcast highlighting amazing woman athletes, coaches & supporters in endurance sports! Talking the good, the bad & the questionable. 