Stephanie Simon is a 2024 Olympic Trials Boxing Champion, 5x Elite National Boxing Champ, Marine Corps Captain, musician, and all-around awesome person. Stephanie is a fellow Naval Academy alumni who has gone on the unconventional route to professional sports after finishing her active duty military service.Stephanie's attitude and effort are inspiring. She has had her share of challenges and setbacks but looks forward to making her professional boxing debut this year.Check out the episode and share it with a friend!Follow Stephanie at @stephsimonboxing on Instagram or at visit her website at www.stephsimonboxing.com.Follow us @teamsoneco on Instagram.Please subscribe to the podcast if you haven't yet!Press on and peace out,Pat and Trav
Pat and Trav are back, and we are working our way through a busy year of events. Travis breaks down his Boston Marathon experience and a second trek through the Grand Canyon doing Rim to Rim to Rim. We are both gearing up for the Pikes Peak 50 Miler and talk about a training strategy prepping for that. As always, we appreciate your support. Send us some love or feedback on Instagram @teamsoneco. Share with a friend!Good luck and Godspeed,Pat and Trav
Our guest for this episode is Jerry Linenger, a USNA graduate, Navy flight surgeon, and NASA astronaut with a life resume that is hard to sum up. Luckily, we had an hour to talk with Jerry about how he navigated his life while keeping his eye on his childhood dream of becoming an astronaut.Jerry is a wealth of knowledge, and his passion and drive is infectious. He puts into perspective living a full life, not just focusing on the next big thing one wants to accomplish. We hope you enjoy our conversation.Follow us on Instagram @teamsoneco.If you enjoyed this episode, send it to a friend!Press on and peach out,Pat and Trav
Back from a short hiatus, given the newest addition to the Soneco Team (Mac) and Travis' new job. Today's episode is an update to what we have going on, including:Travis running the Boston MarathonPat and Travis running the Pikes Peak 50 Miler in JulyTravis doing R2R2R again in MayCheck out the episode, and send us a message to tell us what you think!Follow us on Instagram @teamsonecoPress on,Pat and Trav
In this episode of "The Soneco Project," join us as we delve into the inspiring tales of parenthood and philanthropy with our hosts, Pat and Travis. Pat shares the incredible journey of navigating his newfound role as a father to little Mac while conquering the challenges of the Atlanta Marathon. From sleepless nights to triumphant finish lines, Pat's story reminds us of the power of perseverance and passion.Meanwhile, Travis shares his anticipation as he prepares to run the Boston Marathon, not just for personal achievement, but for a greater cause. Through his fundraising efforts for the Corey Griffin Foundation, Travis demonstrates the impact of running with purpose and giving back to the community.But the journey doesn't end there. Pat is gearing up for another marathon challenge, this time in the bustling streets of New York City. Tune in to learn more about his upcoming fundraising endeavors for this year's NYC Marathon and how you can join him in making a difference.Travis Fundraising for Corey Griffin Foundation link: https://www.givengain.com/project/travis-raising-funds-for-corey-c-griffin-foundation-72687 Pat’s fundraising link: https://dogood.t2t.org/fundraiser/5329249 Follow us on Instagram: @teamsonecoPress on and peace out,Pat and Trav
This is a legend you have to hear straight from the source or you won’t be able to comprehend it. Meet Keith Eckert. Keith was raised in Arizona, where he competed as a wrestler before heading off to the Naval Academy. At USNA, he reached his goal of competing as a college wrestler and worked towards his dream of being a Navy SEAL. His story is full of ups and downs and left us inspired to push our boundaries.Keith turned into an absolute savage, completing more ultra-endurance events than you can imagine - Moab 240, Iditarod Trail Invitational 350, and rowing across the Atlantic to name a few. You can check them out below.Please like and subscribe to the podcast! We'd appreciate if you share the episode with a friend.https://www.destinationtrailrun.com/moabhttps://itialaska.com/iti-350Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/teamsoneco/ Follow Keith on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/keitheckert/ Press on,Pat and Trav
Emmy Simpkins, a powerhouse while playing Division 1 soccer at Rutgers and an elite CrossFit athlete. Beyond her remarkable achievements on the field and in the gym, Emmy's journey is defined by her resilience in overcoming multiple injuries including a major back surgery. Rising above adversity, she has turned her passion for athletics and fitness into a one-of-a-kind gym in Manasquan, NJ. System Athletics focuses on empowering individuals and fostering a community. "It's about people, not price tags." - Emmy SimpkinsSystem Athletics: @system_athleticsEmmy Simpkins: @simpkins_emmyFollow us on Instagram: @teamsonecoPress on,Pat & Trav
In this episode, we talk about what we’ve been up to and what we have been learning recently. Listen to this episode to hear about Travis’ new adventure living and traveling in his van and Pat training for a marathon. 1:30 - What we’ve been up toSchoolMarathon TrainingVan lifeSan Diego life19:30 - What we’ve learnedFixing the vanTraveling from Utah to CaliforniaGreen LightsGoggins on the Huberman Lab27:00 - What else24 episodes in 2024implementing exercise in your day-to-dayhatsIf you haven’t yet, please subscribe to our podcast wherever you like to stream and follow us on Instagram @teamsoneco!
Jackson Mitchell's story is a testament to grit and self-belief. From turning down scholarships to forging his path at Southern Methodist University, his journey from a walk-on to team captain is inspirational. Beyond football, Jackson's endeavors in marathons and triathlons showcase his relentless drive. His mindset led to him starting the Walk-On Mentality—empowering others to tap into their full potential, both physically and mentally.We talk about his journey and his goals for the future. Highly recommend this episode, especially for anyone curious about committing to something new and betting on themself.Jackson on Instagram: @jacksonrmitchellThe Walk-On Mentality: @thewalkonmentalityFollow us on Instagram: @teamsonecoIf you enjoyed the show, please subscribe and rate the podcast!Press on,Pat and Trav
2023 is almost a wrap! Here's a year in review and discussion for what's ahead in 2024. 1:00 - Strava Year in Sport and our 2023 challenges12:30 - how we structure training for different events17:00 - different types of discipline20:00 - personal goals for 202432:00 - goals for Team Soneco40:30 - Spotify/Apple Music WrappedFollow us on Instagram @teamsoneco and let us know how we can help you in 2024!Like, share, follow. All love.Press on,Pat and Trav
Joe took an unconventional path following his military commitment when he built out the garage gym of his dreams and pursued a career as a health and fitness coach. We had a great time listening to Joe's story and asking questions about his journey, including his recovery after tearing both bicep tendons. If you haven't yet, make sure you check out Joe's Instagram @illuminatiiron. Joe gets after it everyday and inspires others to do so too.Follow us on Instagram @teamsonecoLike, follow, and share with a friend.Press on and peace out,Pat and Trav
We are joined by our friend, Jesse Burroughs, to discuss his running journey which includes running the Boston Marathon and JFK 50 Miler. We share stories and experiences from our recent taste of ultrarunning and the 50-mile distance.Jesse stumbled into running after a childhood of soccer, cross-country, and watching his dad run marathons. During his first job after graduating from Auburn, Jesse found himself turning to running as an outlet from long, boring days. This new hobby quickly highlighted Jesse's running abilities and led him to shoot for a Boston Marathon qualifying time.Jesse's joy, curiosity, and passion is contagious. We hope you enjoy the episode.Follow us on Instagram @teamsonecoLike, follow, and share with a friend.Press on and peace out,Pat and Trav
Part 2 of our interview with Paul Quessenberry AKA PQ AKA Quiz. We discussed his transition from the military to the NFL, what it was like training to get back in football shape, and other topics from his journey. Go check out Part 1 if you haven't yet.Check out Paul shredding here: https://www.youtube.com/Follow us on Instagram @teamsonecoLike, subscribe, and share with a friend!Press on,Pat and Trav
Today's guest is former Navy Football teammate, Marine Infantry Officer, and NFL tight end and fullback, Paul Quessenberry. Breaking into the NFL is hard enough, but imagine doing it in a new position six years after your last game. Paul's story is all about grit and passion, and we are pumped to share it with you today. Part 2 coming next week!0:00 - Pat and Trav recap of the 50 miler6:00 - Pat being Big Pat 7:54 - Standards you hold yourself to10:00 - Expectations of being in the Marine Corps 11:27 - Other people may not always understand your dreams14:50 - Jumping into another chapter in life16:45 - Who did you bring on board to push you and trust in20:50 - Jimmy Britton surfing expedition33:20 - Learning to surf 46:28 - Who Paul played against in the NFL53:03 - Play football or get a job1:01 - Naval Academy Depth ChartFollow us on Instagram @teamsonecoLike, subscribe, and share with a friend!Press on,Pat and Trav
We've referenced our trip to the Grand Canyon a few times, and this show is a breakdown of Rim to Rim to Rim (or R2R2R or R3), We talk about how, why, and what we learned. Follow us @teamsoneco!-4:40 From Scratch to running the Grand Canyon-5:28 understanding your body a little more-6:10 patience and building out a plan-6:43 set those goals and build a community-7:50 Adventure races-9:40 Mother Nature has her own plan-10:18 The path we took-17:24 Horse eating sugar cubes-19:43 What we packed into the Grand Canyon-24:16 How we trained for R2R2R-28:23 Lessons Learned-31:00 Flagstaff/Sedona-34:49 All skill levels welcomeOur packing list:Honey stingersenergy bloks1 candy bardried fruit and nutssandwichssalt tabsLMNT or Liquid IVGatorade or Tailwindslim JimsTapeWipesFirst aidHead lampShoesPolesBody glideGlasses HatSunscreenTraining:-Downhill running-Stairmaster up to 3 hours a week. Focussing more so on the longer 1 hour sessions than the shorter sessions-Miles: 40-50 miles/week as you build up-Taper: taper started 8 days out. Continued running but focused on recoveryKey links:https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/upload/intro-bc-hike.pdfhttps://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/weather-condition.htmhttps://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/trail-closures.htmhttps://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/az/grand-canyon
We are pumped to share our conversation with our dear friend and entrepreneur, Gilda Doria. Gilda was a two-time captain of the Duke Blue Devils women's soccer team, professional soccer player, and accomplished business woman before going all-in on launching her dream company, SoccerHead. We enjoyed picking Gilda's brain about mindset, overcoming obstacles, and following passions. Show breakdown below:1:05 Intro to Gilda Doria4:30 Gilda’s inspiration and mindset of her values5:45 Positivity, “the energy you put out is the energy you get back” -Gilda7:13 Gilda’s childhood11:51 Preparing yourself as a leader, “first one in last one out” -Gilda14:39 “What is Soccerhead?16:45 talents universal, opertunity is not22:00 Being an entrepenuer 27:15 First step to Soccerhead32:00 what’s next for Soccerhead33:05 Highlights from playing soccer growing up35:40 Growing from injuries37:27 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America41:00 Balancing a busy schedule for the things that matter to you42:10 Four closeout questionsFollow us on IG: @teamsoneco Like, follow, rate, review! Press on,Pat and Trav
Pat and Trav give the origin story, discussing how the podcast came about, the goals of The Soneco Project, and adventures ranging from inside the walls of the Naval Academy to the depths of the Grand Canyon._______________Please subscribe and share with a friend (or two!).Instagram: @teamsonecoEmail: teamsoneco@gmail.com
Pat and Trav introduce The Soneco Project with a short episode to discuss what Soneco is and what to expect moving forward.________________Please subscribe and share with a friend (or two!).Instagram: @teamsonecoEmail: teamsoneco@gmail.com