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02/27/2026

02/25/2026

What inspires people to DO HARD THINGS? Watch the full documentary to GET INSPIRED! Share it to INSPIRE SOMEONE YOU KNOW! Thank you for your support.

SO MUCH PAIN! "I ask myself, why am I doing this?" Why do people put themselves through these treacherous conditions?This is one of the official trailers fo...

02/24/2026

We'd like to thank Todd Chance and their amazing crew at Fox 17 Morning Mix for sharing our inspiring documentary story this morning. We'll share the segment that aired this morning when available! Let's all keep doing HARD THINGS together and share with someone who can use a little inspiration!

John Huffman is the recent subject of the documentary "Why Do Hard Things", produced by Eldon Palmer.

02/22/2026

A glimpse at the amazing Spartan Community in this short trailer from the documentary. Enjoy!

They say obstacle course racing is about strength.About grit.About pushing past your limits.But that’s not the whole story.This is the side of Spartan you do...

02/21/2026

Why do we willingly choose something hard?

This 45-minute documentary follows Spartan athlete John Huffman as he chases something bigger than a podium. Purpose, resilience, and a reason to keep going.

In this film, you'll see:
- The physical toll of competition
- The emotional weight behind the race
- A community that refuses to let each other quit
- And why No One Finishes The Same

This isn't just about Spartan Race.
It's about doing hard things when life demands it and how that translates into everyday life.

Why do we willingly choose something hard?This 45-minute documentary follows Spartan athlete John Huffman as he chases something bigger than a podium. Purpo...

02/21/2026

Are YOU ready to be inspired? Veterans, Cancer Survivors, Adaptive Athletes, and Amazing Volunteer support teams come together to conquer these obstacles together. What is YOUR excuse? Watch the full documentary to BE INSPIRED! Share it TO INSPIRE SOMEONE ELSE!

Veterans. Survivors. Overcomers.Some battles don’t end when the uniform comes off.Some obstacles don’t care what you’ve already survived.This trailer highlig...

02/19/2026

Less than 90 minutes until the premiere of our documentary. If you're online, join us in the YouTube live chat for some conversation! Best watched on a big screen with good sound, but watch anywhere!

Why do we willingly choose something hard?This 45-minute documentary follows Spartan athlete John Huffman as he chases something bigger than a podium. Purpo...

02/19/2026

TODAY IS THE DAY! 7:00pm EST on The Real America Project YouTube Channel. (We appreciate your support!)

Why Do Hard Things? | A Spartan Story of Grit, Loss & Redemption

02/17/2026

What is it like at any age to push yourself to do hard things?
Let alone 51 years old.
Let alone never running more than 5-6 miles and running a half-marathon through rough terrain and 30 obstacles.
Let alone with one arm.
Let alone in a wheelchair, requiring a support team, or dragging yourself under barbed wire with just your arms.

Want to know what determination, perseverance, grit and sheer will to move your body through the pain and thoughts of "I WANT TO QUIT" looks like?

This and the full story of one man's chase for a podium, agony of defeat, and desire for the thrill of victory are all available in the full documentary release of WHY DO HARD THINGS? on YouTube. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Real America Project channel.

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02/16/2026

It's worth watching this documentary just for the interviews with Will Matzen

If you ever wondered what it feels like to do a Spartan Beast for someone who's never run more than five or six miles in their life, this is a good example!

WHY DO HARD THINGS? You watch and find out, documentary drops Thursday February 19th on YouTube!

02/15/2026