Choose Strong #100 Andy Glaze | The Wilderness Inside
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Apr 26, 2025 Andy Glaze, a battalion chief firefighter and avid ultrarunner, shares his journey from overcoming anxiety to conquering 300-mile races. He dives into his transformative 90-day wilderness experience, the emotional impact of running on mental health, and the importance of family support during his races. Andy discusses training strategies, such as endurance bonding with his son, and how he uses his platform to promote fitness within the first responder community. His story is a powerful reminder of the healing power of movement.
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Make Mental Health Routine At Work
- After traumatic calls, bring in therapists and normalize mental-health talk at the station.
- Emphasize healthy routines (exercise, sleep, diet) as core tools to mitigate cumulative trauma.
Why He Chooses Unsupported Racing
- Andy purposely often races unsupported because he enjoys self-reliance and quiet solitude amid an otherwise people-filled life.
- Solo racing also respects others' time and spares crewing burdens.
High Mileage Doesn't Guarantee Injury
- Andy has run tens of thousands of miles without chronic knee pain, challenging the common 'running ruins knees' narrative.
- He argues mileage alone doesn't guarantee injury; individual variation and form matter.