At just 26 years old, Ant DiAndrea has already completed 19+ ultras, including several 100 milers, and raised over $10,500 for orphans and inner city kids. But his story runs much deeper.
At age 10, Ant’s life was forever changed by tragedy. Instead of letting it define him, he chose to rebuild with purpose leaning on running, faith, and community. From the 48 hour “Dreadmill” challenge, to crewing with his wife at every race, to climbing stairs for 24 hours to support cancer patients in Philly, Ant embodies resilience, grit, and giving back, as he would put it the Philly way.
This is a powerful reminder that running is about more than finish lines it’s about the people, the purpose, and the impact we leave behind.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Ant DiAndrea
02:07 The 48-Hour Treadmill Challenge
05:24 Nutrition and Challenges During the Challenge
10:28 Motivation Behind the Fundraising
11:43 Ant's Personal Story and Background
15:10 The Philly Spirit and Community Involvement
18:49 Turning Adversity into Motivation
23:12 The Power of Reading and Personal Development
27:42 The Journey into Running and Ultras
29:46 Journey into Ultra Running
32:50 The Shift to Endurance Training
35:37 Nutrition and Weight Management
38:33 Strength Training and Coaching Philosophy
50:00 Coaching Principles and Recovery Strategies
55:45 Learning Through Experience
57:03 Blending Old and New Training Techniques
58:38 Lessons Learned from Ultra Running
01:03:49 The Importance of Support Systems
01:07:16 The Role of Family in Endurance Sports
01:15:10 Future Races and Goals
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