A Small Athlete Podcast

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Life as a 5’3 athlete is different. I’ve been doubted, overlooked, and underestimated but that’s where mindset changes everything. I’m Travis Owles, a professional hybrid athlete competing in Hyrox, with a background in ultra running, boxing, gymnastics, and football. In this podcast, I break down mindset, performance, and what it really takes to compete at a high level regardless of your size. I’ll share my own experiences and speak with like-minded athletes, diving into real stories from sport and life. Listen, follow, and be part of the journey. Instagram: @TravisOwles

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A Small Athlete Podcast

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V3. The Summit Mentality Backyard Ultra | SAP Travis Owles 14.04.2026 19:48

How far can you really go… when quitting isn’t an option? The Backyard Ultra is one of the most brutal race formats in the world:4.167 miles. Every hour. On the hour. Miss the start… you’re out. Stop… you’re out. Only one person finishes. This isn’t just a race it’s a test of mindset, resilience, and identity. At the Summit Mentality x Getahead Backyard Ultra, runners pushed far beyond what they t...

V.2 The 12 Hyrox in 24 Hours 06.04.2026 34:50

V.2 The 12 Hyrox in 24 Hours With Callum Bratt 2 Years on from completing the 12 Hyrox in 24 Hours world record challenge, we look at our mindsets towards both the challenge and our differences within sport. Polar opposites as athletes but sharing the same mindset when it comes to challenges. Listen to us explain how our differences in height made us the athletes that we are. Drop me a message to...

V.1 A Small Athlete Podcast with Travis Owles 24.03.2026 11:48

V.1 A Small Athlete Podcast with Travis Owles A new podcast about height within sport. Going through my personal experiences as a 5”4 athlete within multiple sports. Starting sports at 4 in gymnastics I’ll explain my highs and lows in everything I’ve competed in. Gymnastics, football, boxing, ultra running and now Hyrox, I’ll explain physical and mental tips about how I have overcome perceived li...