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ReckoningAuthor: Brittney Long
Welcome to RECKONINGA podcast for those who live wild and love hard. This is for the ones who get their hands dirty, crave honest conversations, and want more from life than just survival. Whether you're a mom, a dad, or somewhere in betweenif you care about the outdoors, your health, your people, and your selfyou're in the right place. Hosted by a woman who's raising kids in the mountains, building a brand from the ground up, and redefining what strength looks like in and out of the fieldthis show is where real life meets the wild life. We stoke a campfire and get rawwith old friends, new voices, pros, and those chasing big, bold dreams. We talk bowhunting, camping, business, beauty, motherhood, wellness, food, and everything in between. Sometimes we're learning from experts. Sometimes we're just shooting the shit. But always? It's real, it's raw, and it's here to remind you: you're not alone. We are the RECKONING. Let's light the fire. Language: en Genres: Personal Journals, Society & Culture, Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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One Decision Changed Everything: James Stone's Journey to Sobriety, Fitness & the Outdoors
Episode 105
Wednesday, 22 July, 2026
#105: What happens when one decision changes the trajectory of your life? In this episode of Reckoning, I sit down with James Stone to talk about his incredible journey from addiction and unhealthy habits to living with purpose, discipline, and intention. James shares the honest story of the night he decided enough was enough, how he began his fitness journey with nothing more than an old tire, a hand-me-down treadmill, and a pull-up bar on his front porch, and how that decision ultimately led him to win the MTN OPS Conquer Challenge, day hike Mount Whitney, complete ultra races and rucks, and build a life he's proud of. We also dive into: • Growing up in Texas and being introduced to the outdoors • Hunting, fitness, and fatherhood • His sobriety journey and navigating the social side of giving up alcohol • Building discipline when motivation fades • His community, The Forged Union, and helping other men become stronger in every area of life James was incredibly open throughout this conversation, and I'm so grateful he trusted us with his story. Whether you're working toward better health, considering cutting back on alcohol, chasing a goal, or simply looking for encouragement, I think you'll find something in this episode that resonates. Follow James: https://www.instagram.com/jamesstone1933 and www.theforgedunion.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 05:36 Transition to Hunting and Archery 11:41 Life Changes and the Impact of Alcohol 14:44 Struggles with Addiction and Family Dynamics 17:29 Turning Point and Journey to Sobriety 20:31 Health and Fitness Transformation 23:31 Navigating Social Situations Post-Sobriety 26:29 Reflections on Family and Relationships 29:28 Conclusion and Future Aspirations 30:34 Building a Home Gym and Fitness Journey 34:11 Diet Changes and Alcohol Impact 35:49 Meal Prep Strategies for Success 36:55 Endurance Training and New Goals 38:44 Winning the Mountain Ops Challenge 40:58 Summiting Mount Whitney 45:18 Transitioning to Ultra Marathons 46:14 The Challenge of Trail Running 54:17 Evolving Training and Aging 57:08 Discipline and Motivation in Fitness 58:01 Understanding ADHD and Personal Growth 59:23 Supporting Loved Ones in Recovery 01:00:45 The Role of Honesty in Relationships 01:01:36 Emotional Support in Health Journeys 01:03:19 Building a Community for Men 01:04:29 The Forge Union: A New Initiative 01:06:23 Navigating Personal Change and Growth 01:10:00 Bucket List Adventures and Hunting Dreams 01:18:22 Favorite Wild Game Recipes and Snacks 01:21:28 Current Challenges and Future Aspirations Get our FAVORITE links, codes & more here! EPISODE MENTIONS: Watch the show on YouTube HERE Submit your favorites at thereckoningpodcast.com/submit OLLIN for the best digiscoping systems out there use code: RECKONING for 10% OFF SHOP HERE FIRST LITE for the best hunting pants, shirts, jackets, coats and more use code: RECKONING15 for 15% OFF HERE SHEEPFEET for custom orthotics, the best hunting shoe and the hideout hoodie use code: RECKONING for 10% OFF SHOP HERE MTN OPS for the best supplements and gear. Use code BRITT for 20% OFF your order! RUGGED ROAD COOLER GET 10% OFF your lightweight and organized cooler here or USE CODE: LONG Have Reckoning create content for your brand, learn more HERE! Follow Us on Social: Brittney Long IGReckoning IG Affiliate Disclaimer. Show Notes may contain affiliate links. If you click through my referral link, at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase. Thank you for supporting RECKONING LLC.
