Discomfort Required

You say you want more—but you keep choosing what’s easy. That’s the problem. Discomfort Required is a no-BS podcast about doing the things most people avoid—the uncomfortable, inconvenient, and sometimes brutal actions that actually create change. No fluff. No motivation speeches that fade in a day. Just real conversations about discipline, mindset, and what it actually takes to level up your life. Because growth doesn’t come from comfort… It comes from doing the shit you don’t feel like doing. This is Discomfort Required.

Discomfort Required is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 11 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Discomfort Required, a education show with 11 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  From Tactical Games Newb, To Heading To Nationals | Jamie Oliva On Taking Her Life Back

  Sep 16, 20261h 2mS1

  Jamie Oliva on betrayal, rebuilding your life, and getting comfortable being uncomfortable This episode with Jamie Oliva is fucking real. Jamie takes us through her journey from emergency nursing and trauma care, through divorce, betrayal, a serious horseback riding accident, and ultimately rebuilding her life from the ground up. We talk about what it actually looks like to go through some seriously shitty seasons of life and still keep moving forward. How asking for help, finding the right people, taking small steps, and being willing to sit in discomfort can completely change the direction of your life. We also get into Jamie’s journey with CrossFit, how she found the Tactical Games, and what it looks like to go from knowing absolutely nothing about shooting sports to training, competing, and now heading toward Tactical Games Nationals . This is one of those conversations that reminds you that you don't have to have your shit figured out. Sometimes you just need to take the next step. In this episode: Jamie’s journey through emergency medicine, trauma, ICU, nursing leadership, and education What “Discomfort Required” actually means to her Finding CrossFit in 2013 and how it changed her life Why community matters when life gets fucking hard The experiences that forced Jamie to look at life differently Walking away from a 10-year marriage after discovering betrayal Recovering from a horseback riding accident that fractured her back in three places Rebuilding her life, asking for help, and learning to choose herself How she went from a Tactical Games beginner to competing at a high level Getting started with dry fire, classes, shooting sports, and competition Why you should focus on the next step , not the entire fucking staircase You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to keep moving. This is Discomfort Required. Remember to like, subscribe and share this episode!

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  Episode #11

  Want To Be A Better Coach? | El Senouvor from Brute Strength Training

  Sep 10, 202647 minS1

  This week on Discomfort Required , I sit down with El Senouvor from Brute Strength Training for a conversation about coaching, mentorship, building athletes, and what it actually takes to get better at this shit. El has been a huge mentor in my own coaching journey, so this one gets pretty real. We talk about everything from his evolution as a coach and the early days of writing programming in notebooks to working with high-level CrossFit athletes and developing the next generation of coaches. We get into why nutrition can be the difference between making Quarterfinals and breaking through to Semifinals , why fundamentals still matter in a sport that is constantly changing, and why consistency will beat a massive training push every single time. We also talk about something that has had a huge impact on my own business: cold calling. El challenged me to call six people every week, and that simple assignment ended up changing the way I approached business, rejection, and putting myself out there. And underneath all of it is the same idea that drives this podcast: If you want something meaningful, discomfort is part of the deal. We talk rejection, mentorship, athlete development, coaching business, CrossFit, fundamentals, AI, and a whole lot of shit in between. Real coaches. Real experiences. Real conversations. Discomfort Required. What we get into: How El's coaching philosophy has evolved over the years Why Brute is moving back toward a cohort-style mentorship model The cold-calling challenge that changed my approach to business Why rejection isn't something you should take personally Nutrition and the difference between Quarterfinal and Semifinal athletes How El got into CrossFit in the first place Going from coaching classes to writing programming for individual athletes Building a coaching business through referrals and relationships Why finding the right athlete-coach fit matters What has changed about coaching elite CrossFit athletes Why fundamentals still matter more than chasing every competition movement Why consistency is probably the biggest missing piece for intermediate athletes Caring about the human before worrying about the performance Building better coaches and improving the coaching industry Brute Coaching Mentorship Click here

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  Episode #10

  Want to Prep for Tactical Games Nationals? Start Here. | Jen Libby

  Sep 2, 202653 minS1

  What does it actually take to show up to Tactical Games Nationals ready to perform? In this episode, Jen Libby breaks down exactly how she approaches the final weeks before a big event—from tapering training and confirming her zeros to recovery, mindset, pacing, and keeping her head right when it’s time to compete. We get into the shit that actually matters when the event gets close: doing less instead of more, trusting your fundamentals, managing your heart rate, and not doing anything stupid just because competition is right around the corner. Jen also breaks down how she approaches dry fire, why competitors tend to overlook the basics, how she chooses which Tactical Games events to compete in, and what her routine looks like once she gets to Nationals. And we go deep on the mental side of competition—because you can have all the fitness and shooting ability in the world, but if your head isn't in the right place, none of that matters. If you're training for Tactical Games, thinking about competing, or just want to know what high-level preparation actually looks like, this one is for you. The Big Takeaways 1. Build confidence before competition Your final sessions shouldn't leave you questioning everything. Do the work, sharpen the skills, and get the fuck out. 2. Fundamentals win Grip. Stance. Reloads. Weapon manipulation. Positions. The boring shit is usually the shit that saves you when everything gets chaotic. 3. Practice with intention You don't need to hammer the same weakness for three hours because you had one shitty rep. Know when to step away, reset, and come back later. 4. Keep your routine normal Food. Sleep. Warm-up. Schedule. Recovery. The closer you can keep competition week to your normal routine, the less unnecessary bullshit you're dealing with. 5. Stop hoping. Start believing. There's a massive difference between “I hope I finish top five” and “I'm going to finish top five.” You don't get to control every outcome—but you absolutely control what you're telling yourself when you step onto that stage. Find Jen @Jen__Libby Find all the episodes on @discomfortrequired #TacticalGames #CrossFit #MentalToughness #CompetitionMindset #TacticalAthlete #ShootingSports #CrossFitCoach #DiscomfortRequired #JenLibby #HighPerformance #makeyourownluck #showup #workhard #stayhumble

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  Episode #9

  You Failed, Now What? Why You Don't Get To Just Quit | Stacy Terry

  Aug 28, 202657 minS1

  Failure sucks. Nobody likes it. Nobody wakes up excited to fuck something up, miss the goal, fail the test, or realize they weren’t as prepared as they thought they were. But failure is also part of the deal. In this episode of Discomfort Required , I sit down with Stacy for a conversation about failure, discipline, accountability, and what it actually looks like to keep showing up when shit doesn’t go your way. Stacy has a pretty unique perspective on this. Between aviation, the military, school, parenting, and eventually making his way to his dream job at Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works, he’s had plenty of opportunities to learn that failure isn’t something you can avoid. Sometimes it’s literally built into the process. We talk about failed tests, shitty weather, bad landings, the possibility of washing out, and the years of sacrifice it took to get where he wanted to go. And honestly, that’s where the conversation gets really good. Because the question isn’t “Did you fail?” You will. The question is “What are you going to do about it?” We get into why discomfort isn’t always physical. Sometimes discomfort is studying when you’d rather go out. Sometimes it’s admitting you screwed up. Sometimes it’s having a hard conversation with yourself and figuring out where you went wrong instead of blaming everyone else. We talk about the difference between failing and quitting, how ego can completely derail your response to failure, and why throwing a tantrum because you missed a lift or didn’t hit a goal isn’t going to get you any closer to the next one. Stacy also tells the legendary “sprinkles are for winners” story from his Air Force days, which somehow turns into a pretty damn good lesson about winning, losing, and moving on. Then we get into parenting. Stacy talks about how he coaches his kids through running and baseball—using video, technical feedback, accountability, and a whole lot of making them actually look at what happened instead of just telling them they're good. And that's really where we land: You don't get to quit at life. You might need to change the goal. You might need to change the plan. You might need to admit you fucked something up and start over. But you don't get to quit. Failure isn't the opposite of progress. It's part of it. So shut up, get quiet, figure out what happened, learn from it, and get back to work. That's what we do when we fail. ✅ Subsribe to the channel ✅ Leave a 5-star review ✅ Share this episode with someone who's ready to stop chasing comfort and start building the life they actually want. Remember... Growth isn't comfortable. It's required.

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  Episode #8

  What Does It Mean To Actually Endure Hard Things | Adam Everett

  Jul 28, 202658 minS1

  Comfort is expensive. Growth costs something. Every week on Discomfort Required, we sit down with people who've chosen growth over comfort and unpack the lessons that helped shape who they are today. What does it really mean to endure? This week, I sat down with Adam Everett for one of my favorite conversations yet. We dive into what it takes to become the kind of person who doesn't run from adversity—but grows because of it. We talk about faith, leadership, mental health, business, community, and why real high performance starts long before anyone sees the results. Adam shares the lessons he's learned building Desert City CrossFit, creating the Endure Project, and helping people become stronger from the inside out. If you're chasing growth, purpose, and becoming a better leader, this episode is for you. In this episode, we cover: Why discomfort is required for real growth The difference between physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual toughness How faith and daily discipline shape high performers Building strong communities through shared challenges Why self-awareness is one of the most underrated performance tools The story behind Desert City CrossFit Competition and its explosive growth Leadership lessons learned through failure, risk, and resilience How internal health impacts every area of your life and business Why brotherhood and accountability matter more than ever What it truly means to endure when life gets hard Connect with Adam Instagram: @ adameverett ️ Ndure Project: @ thendureproject ️ Desert City Classic @ desertcityclassic If this episode challenged you or gave you a new perspective, do me a favor—share it with someone who's committed to becoming a better husband, leader, athlete, or human. Comfort is easy. Growth is earned. Discomfort Required.

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