What does it take to be strong—and stay strong when life changes?

Christian Washington sits down with former Green Beret Tony Cowden for a candid conversation about combat, life after service, building a business, and pursuing strength without sacrificing endurance.

Tony shares difficult experiences from his deployments, including a mission involving the recovery of 26 bodies, and the lessons he carried into civilian life. He also discusses his run for Congress in North Carolina and what campaigning taught him about politics and personal sacrifice.

On the training side, Tony breaks down his approach to combining heavy lifting with endurance—including squatting and deadlifting 600 pounds and running a sub-six-minute mile within 24 hours. They explore adaptability, mental health, and why physical capability means more than a number on the bar.

The conversation also covers The Reason Outdoors and its work helping veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders find connection and purpose through outdoor experiences.

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