Ep. 361 – Wes Martin: Relentless Forward Progression

Sometimes the people who change your life are the ones you've only just met.

After one of the darkest moments of the Copper Kings 100, Jerrod was physically depleted, emotionally drained, and questioning whether he could finish the race he'd spent six months preparing for. Then Wes Martin stepped into his story.

Without hesitation, Wes offered to pace Jerrod through the night for nearly 30 miles—not because he had to, but because that's who he is.

In this episode of The On Purpose Podcast, Jerrod sits down with Wes to unpack the story behind that life-changing moment. They explore how Wes found ultrarunning, why the trails have become a place of healing and growth, and what drives him to serve others even when no one is watching.

This conversation isn't just about running. It's about character, generosity, resilience, and the unexpected ways ordinary people can make an extraordinary impact.

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