Do Hard Things™ with Siegfried Tiegs
Do Hard Things™ is the podcast for driven people in their 30s to 50s who are done drifting, and ready to get focused, energized, and clear. Hosted by Siegfried "Sig" Tiegs, CHPC, MBA, MSc — Major, U.S. Army (Ret.), Amazon Best Selling author, and high-performance coach. Each episode delivers raw conversations, real stories, and practical strategies to help you stop performing and start building a peaceful, powerful, and productive life. Expect episodes on: · Running, Rucking, Cycling, Adventure Racing & Endurance Sports · High-performance habits and identity · Breathwork and mental resilience · Life transitions — military, career, relationships · Fasting, energy, and physical discipline · Leadership, purpose, and the Peaceful Warrior path This isn't just motivation. It's a blueprint and tactics to help you win. Start Here – Coaching, Join the Do Hard Things Nation, Get the Book: Life on Offense https://linktr.ee/dohardthingscoaching Email: sig@dohardthingsnation.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jaytiegs Join the Do Hard Things Nation at www.dohardthingsnation.com
Episodes
Why You Keep Breaking Promises to Yourself and 5 Tactics to Help You Become Sovereign
I got caught by a bag of Doritos. Standing in my pantry at nine o'clock at night, hand in the bag, not hungry — scared of a presentation I hadn't given yet. Twenty-seven years in uniform. Marathons, ultras, a 340-mile paddle race. And a program running underneath all of it that I never authorized and never noticed.
It too...
You can be “crushing it” and still feel like something is breaking inside. That tension is where our conversation with Nicole Ward lives and it gets practical fast. Nicole is an executive leader at Aon, host of the Executive Athlete Podcast, and author of Biohacking for the Sales Athlete. Together, we unpack why so many capable leaders run on adrenaline, caffeine, and willpower while quietly drifting out...
Two hours into what should’ve been a normal MR340 training paddle on the Missouri River, our canoe flipped and everything got real fast: cold water, whitecaps, drifting gear, and a current that wouldn’t let us “just kick to shore.” I’m Sigfre J Teagues, and I’m walking you through what happened with my buddy Joe, moment by moment, because the details are where the real lessons liv...
Welcome to the Do Hard Things Podcast with your host Jay Tiegs, Are you ready to amplify and improve your life? Then you are in the right place. On this podcast we have unfiltered conversation with inspiring people who take on challenges and share with us, the wisdom from their journey. We talk about how doing hard things adequately enable all of us to deal with life's struggles and challenges and ultimately i...
Embark on a journey to empowerment and vigilance as we engage with Alan Earl, a law enforcement sage with 30 years of hard-earned expertise. Discover his profound insights into the world of personal safety for outdoor enthusiasts—runners, cyclists, and solo adventurers. Alan's rich background, from African beginnings to shaping the minds at the US Army Military Police School, provides a unique lens through whi...
When life throws a curveball, some strike out, while others, like Nick Klingensmith, turn it into a home run. With over 100 Spartan races under his belt, Nick's story isn't just about athletic prowess—it's a raw, unfiltered look at overcoming cancer, addiction, and the universal quest for purpose. Step into our latest episode, where determination meets vulnerability, and discover how Nick transformed his lowes...
Welcome to the Do Hard Things Podcast with your host Jay Tiegs, Are you ready to amplify and improve your life? Then you are in the right place. On this podcast we have unfiltered conversation with inspiring people who take on challenges and share with us, the wisdom from their journey. We talk about how doing hard things adequately enable all of us to deal with life's struggles and challenges and ultimately i...
Welcome to the Do Hard Things Podcast with your host Jay Tiegs, Are you ready to amplify and improve your life? Then you are in the right place. On this podcast we have unfiltered conversation with inspiring people who take on challenges and share with us, the wisdom from their journey. We talk about how doing hard things adequately enable all of us to deal with life's struggles and challenges and ultimately i...
In this episode of the Do Hard Things Podcast, Jay Tiegs and Brian Larson sit down with Josh De Jong, a Breathwork Coach, Triathlete, and Sales Professional who embodies resilience and transformation. Once nicknamed “Turtle,” Josh turned setbacks into fuel, pushing through spinal fusion surgery and torn labrums to rise as an endurance athlete, coach, and founder of Eldr and Air.
You’ll hear how Josh...
In this episode of the Do Hard Things Podcast, Jay Tiegs and Brian Larson break down the challenge of the 72-hour fast: a test of discipline, grit, and mental clarity that goes far beyond food.
They share their personal experiences with extended fasting, the science behind it, and the lessons it teaches about resilience, focus, and breaking comfort zones. You’ll hear practical tips on how to prepare, manag...
Brian Larson's journey from pharmaceutical industry professional to movement specialist, breathwork facilitator, and coach reveals powerful insights about transformation that extends far beyond physical appearance. The conversation opens with Brian's early realization that changing his body could lead to changing his mind, setting him on a path of continuous growth and service to others.
Diving deep into move...
What happens when you reclaim the identity you've been running from your entire life? Siegfried Jay Tiegs aka "Sig" takes us on a raw, unfiltered journey from childhood trauma to profound self-discovery in this deeply personal conversation.
Born to a German father carrying the weight of post-WWII trauma and a Dutch mother struggling with mental illness, Siegfried's early years were marked by abuse, poverty, a...
Forging a New Chapter: Do Hard Things Returns with Brian Larson
The Do Hard Things Podcast is back and we are kicking off Season 5 with a brand new chapter. After years of leading conversations on resilience, mindset, and performance, Siegfried Jay Tiegs is joined by new cohost Brian Larson, a CrossFit coach, breathwork facilitator, nutrition specialist, and movement expert.
Together, Jay and Brian are bringing you ra...
The Pole Runner: A Veteran’s Marathon for Mental Wellness
In this episode of Do Hard Things, we sit down with Michael Pickings, a 42-year-old Navy veteran whose story is a powerful testament to resilience, mental toughness, and transformation. From excelling as a long-distance runner in high school to serving as an FMF corpsman in the Navy, Michael has lived a life defined by endurance, discipline, and the rele...
In today’s episode, I’m sharing my 4 Winter Weather Running Tips to keep you motivated and moving:
- Mindset is Key: Embrace the challenge and stay positive.
- Warm-Up First: Start warm to avoid the shock of the cold.
- Dress in Layers: Find what works and keep experimenting.
- Have Fun: Forget pace—focus on effort and enjoy the beauty of winter.
What’s your go-to winter running tip?
If you found ...
Learn strategies to stay safe in an unpredictable world with former high-threat environment protector Alan Earl. During our in-depth discussion, we equip you with the tools to enhance your situational awareness, adopt a criminal's mindset for self-protection, and navigate potential dangers with confidence. For runners, cyclists, and everyday individuals, we offer practical tactics and principles to avoid becoming an...
After slogging through the long, cold months of winter, there’s this collective itch we all start to feel – an itch for change, for warmth, and for shedding the old to make way for the new. And what better time to "spring clean" our running routines than now?
It’s not just about getting back out there in shorts and soaking up the sun (though let’s be honest, that’s a pretty fantastic par...
Ever wondered how to maintain your fitness mojo when you're crisscrossing time zones or stuck in a hotel room? Angie and Jay pull back the curtain on keeping your workout routine on point, no matter where your travels take you. We kick off with a candid reflection on our own fitness journeys.
Plus, we highlight the undeniable link between fitness, self-care, and self-esteem, illustrating why inves...
In this inspiring episode of the "Do Hard Things" podcast, Jay and Angi talk about the importance of mindset, from the starting line of race day to the continuous path of everyday life, exploring the transformative power of endurance. Drawing from the rich terrain of endurance sports, Jay and Angi reveal how the principles that lead to athletic success—such as embracing a growth mindset, the art of visualizati...
When Kairi Saraya walked into our studio, a wave of stories untold and life experiences unbeknownst to many came with her. As a former Air Force veteran turned advocate, Kairi's tale isn't just about service to the country, but also about the courage in serving her true self. Today's heartfelt discussion unveils the complex fabric of the transgender community, with Kairi guiding us through her personal odyssey towar...
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