#161 | Harvey Lewis | The Mental Game of Endurance: How to Keep Going When You Want to Quit
Podcast: Choose StrongPublished On: Sun Nov 01 2026
Description: Ultrarunning legend Harvey Lewis joins Sally to share his extraordinary journey from an unlikely teenage marathoner to one of the world's most accomplished endurance athletes, revealing how optimism, adaptability, and mental toughness have shaped his life. They explore the psychology of pushing beyond perceived limits, the power of staying present, and Sally's exciting announcement that she's taking on her first official Backyard Ultra. Enjoy!OTHER EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: How Harvey’s mother encouraged his ambitious goals and helped shape his adventurous mindset.Balancing fatherhood, college, work, and ultrarunning at just 20 years old.Why Harvey recommends three dedicated crew members for success in a Backyard Ultra.How backyard races become psychological battles filled with mind games and strategy.Why pizza, mac and cheese, cookies, and guacamole are part of Harvey’s race-day nutrition.13+ years of commuting without a car.KEEP UP WITH HARVEY:INSTAGRAM: @harveylewisultrarunnerYOUTUBE: @harveyandkellyWEBSITE: runquesttravel.comAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Sally McRae Strength AppChoose Strong Book Choose Strong Podcast YouTubeSally McRae YouTubeChoose Strong Merch Choose Strong Strava GroupSubstack @SallyMcRaeYellowRunnerSupport the show by taking advantage of the deals from our sponsors:OAK ESSENTIALS: Use code SALLY at oakessentials.com to get 15% off your first purchase! #OakEssentials #adWARBY PARKER: Our listeners can buy one pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs at warbyparker.com/SALLY — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #adBUBS NATURALS: Live Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For A limited time get 20% Off your entire order with code SALLY at Bubsnaturals.com
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