Most people see the moment you win. They don’t see what it cost.

In this conversation, I sit down with Ashton Lunt—national champion in javelin, former BYU athlete, and someone who knows what it means to suffer for a dream. We talk about what it really takes to become elite. From early mornings feeding pigs before lifting sessions, to throwing a javelin with a torn rotator cuff, Ashton’s journey isn’t one of overnight success—it’s a decade-long lesson in consistency, grit, and refusing to quit when everything inside you says to.

She opens up about injury setbacks, mental health battles, and the emotional toll of elite athletics. But she also shares what pulled her through: her faith, her family, and a relentless inner voice that said, “I’m not done yet.”

This is not just an athlete’s story—it’s a story about identity, about rebuilding from the ground up, and about showing up even when no one is watching.

Key Takeaways:

Persistence beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard—Ashton’s story is living proof.

Mental health must be trained like a muscle—her recovery and perspective offer practical tools and emotional insight.

Winning isn't just physical—Ashton’s success came from healing her mindset, redefining her “why,” and learning when to push and when to pull back.

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I hope today’s episode sparked something within you to pursue your dreams and unlock your true potential. If you found value in it, consider sharing it with someone who might need that same push.

Getting After It is for those who. want to silence their self-doubt. Refuse to be owned by comfort. Understand their limits are man-made and breakable. We live in a time of constant comparison. Social media drowns us in highlight reels and overnight success stories. But what most people don’t see is the grit behind it all. The reps. The quiet mornings. The sacrifices. The failures.

You are just getting started.

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