What Ultra Marathons Teach About Winning in Business

In this episode of The Wolf Den Podcast, we sit down with ultramarathon runner and pharmaceutical sales professional Rafe Blades to break down what it really means to live with discipline, endurance, and elite-level focus — on the trail and in the boardroom.Rafe opens up about the mental battles behind ultra-distance races, how suffering builds resilience, and why the same mindset that gets you through mile 80 is the one that separates average from elite in business. From early mornings and late nights to rejection, pressure, and personal growth, this episode is all about applying athlete mentality to real-world performance.If you’re chasing higher standards, sharper discipline, or a stronger mindset… this one’s for you.