EP 20 - Jason 'The Stalwart' Rantell.

In Episode 20 of The Crow's Nest Podcast, we sit down with Jason Rantall, known throughout the backyard ultra community as "The Stalwart."Today, Jason is a respected ultra runner with a backyard ultra personal best of 49 yards, a mental health advocate, and co-founder of Bettermentall Australia Inc. But his journey to this point has been anything but easy.Jason shares his story with remarkable honesty, taking us back through his childhood, the influences that shaped him, and the struggles that followed. We explore his battles with addiction, bipolar disorder, and the years spent searching for a way forward.At 44 years old, Jason discovered running. What started as a simple decision to make a change became the catalyst for transforming his life. Running gave him purpose, structure, hope, and ultimately a path toward healing.We also dive into his love of backyard ultras, the lessons learned through endurance sport, and how he and his wife have turned their lived experiences into helping others through Bettermentall Australia Inc.This is a conversation about resilience, accountability, redemption, and the power of choosing a different path when life feels at its darkest.Whether you're a runner or not, Jason's story is one that will stay with you long after the episode ends.#backyardultra #running #mentalhealth #community