Griffin Wooden: From Ironman Finisher to Austin Endurance Coach and Good Pain Athletics Cofounder

Before he even graduated high school, Griffin Wooden became an Ironman finisher — and he hasn’t stopped pushing limits since. Now an Austin-based endurance coach and cofounder of Good Pain Athletics, Griffin has competed in multiple triathlons and ultramarathons, helping others find purpose and growth through discipline and discomfort.

In this episode, we talk about what drives him, how he built a community around running, and his upcoming challenge — qualifying for Nick Bare’s 2025 Survive the Night Overnight Ultra.