Man Up!

Living with Fortitude - Phil Young

Episode Summary

Joe Stopulos sits down with ultramarathon runner Phil Young to discuss mental toughness, perseverance, discipline, and faith. Phil recently became the fourth fastest American of all time in the 100-mile race and shares the mindset, training, and spiritual foundation that fuel his success. From overcoming setbacks to learning how to persevere through pain and doubt, this conversation explores how fortitude and faith shape every area of life.

Episode Notes

Joe Stopulos welcomes longtime friend and fellow Davenport Assumption alum Phil Young to Man Up for an inspiring conversation about endurance, faith, mental strength, and perseverance.

Phil recently became the fourth fastest American ever in the 100-mile race, and in this episode he shares:

• How he evolved from a solid high school runner into one of America’s elite ultramarathoners
• The discipline and mental fortitude required to compete at the highest level
• How to persevere through pain, setbacks, and self-doubt
• Why community and accountability matter when building healthy habits
• The connection between endurance sports and spiritual growth
• How faith in Christ frees him from tying his identity to performance
• Lessons men can apply to fitness, fatherhood, business, and prayer life

Joe and Phil also discuss overcoming adversity, learning to “do hard things,” and why perseverance matters both physically and spiritually.

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