Built to Last with Allyson Felix & Wes Felix

Being an entrepreneur is hard. Like, really hard. Join us as we tell the story of Saysh — the footwear brand Allyson and Wes started five years ago, naively, out of pure frustration. The breaking point? No one would pay a fair price for Allyson to wear their shoes at the Olympics. So they built their own. This is the messy, honest version: what they got wrong, what they learned, and what it actual...

In this episode we respond to some of your feedback--the encouragement and the doubt. Allyson and Wes get candid with comments they've heard from listeners about Allyson's pursuit of LA28. This is a fun one! Join the community at MoreInUs.com

What if it's not just about winning? Reframing your goals and understanding why you're pursuing them is critical to a balanced life. Allyson and Wes dive into how framing your goals can lead to freedom. What happens when Bronze is your Gold? Takeaways The pursuit of excellence comes at a high cost The importance of encouragement and support along your journey The freedom and possibility of a goal...

Dive in with Wes and Allyson to explore the burden of seeking permission, the cost of being the first to do something, and the complexity of decision-making. Of course, they talk about the journey to LA28 and they provide some practical tips to reframe permission. Takeaways The emotional and practical implications of seeking permission The challenges and opportunities of being the first to do some...

The Floor is where we get real. In this episode, we dive into trauma treatment, redefining the "failure" of a silver medal, and the impact of failure on your personal and professional life. We explore the importance of a small, supportive circle and the realization that sometimes we're really just doing too much. Takeaways Failure can be redefined as a neutral event, not inherently negative Failur...

Returning to You: An Inspirational Journey of Reinvention In this episode, we explore the powerful narrative of reinvention, resilience, and the pursuit of new possibilities in later life. This inspiring conversation dives into personal stories, mental and physical transformation, motherhood, and breaking societal expectations to discover what truly lies beyond the limits. Key Topics How to redefi...

The first episode of Built to Last discusses the theme of building things that really last, including legacy, body, and relationships. The episode explores The Why behind Allyson's goal of making the L.A. 2028 Olympic team and competing in her hometown of Los Angeles. Takeaways Building things that last is scary and, often times, that fear doesn't go away You can have Ambition after Achievement Pa...

When Allyson told Wes that she was thinking about returning to the Olympics, he was caught off guard to put it mildly.