Beyond the Finish: The Ironman Bond That Redefined Possible with Brent and Kyle Pease

What would you do if your greatest challenge became your greatest calling? For brothers Kyle and Brent Pease, the answer is racing—together. But what they’ve built goes far beyond the finish line.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Kyle and Brent Pease, co-founders of the Kyle Pease Foundation and Ironman finishers many times over, to talk about what it means to redefine possibility. What began as one race turned into a mission: to make endurance sports more inclusive, and to empower people with disabilities to find their own version of greatness.

We dive into the early moments that sparked their journey, how they’ve now completed 150+ races together, and how their work through the foundation is transforming lives—not just through sport, but through employment, leadership, and connection. Kyle opens up about the physical toll of racing 16-hour days from a wheelchair, while Brent shares the emotional impact of being pushed—literally and figuratively—by his brother’s unwavering drive.

We talk about their unforgettable races at Kona and Boston, the birth of their inclusive employment program, and the moving story of how “five more feet” kept them going when everything inside told them to stop. At the heart of their message is a simple but transformative belief: endurance creates resilience, and everyone deserves to feel the power of crossing their own finish line.

 

Meet Our Guests: Kyle & Brent Pease 

Brent and Kyle Pease are brothers, elite endurance athletes, and co-founders of The Kyle Pease Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting inclusion for individuals with disabilities in both sports and the workforce. Their story gained global recognition when they became the first push-assist brother team to complete the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. Since then, they've competed in over 150 races together, becoming a symbol of what’s possible when determination and brotherhood collide.

Kyle, born with cerebral palsy, has shattered limitations and expectations. With a degree in Sports Management from Kennesaw State University, he not only races with Brent but also works part-time at Publix and Atlanta Braves games, spreading his message of resilience and inclusion. Through the Foundation, Kyle plays a key role in initiatives like adaptive sports equipment, inclusive employment, and scholarships, empowering others with disabilities to chase their goals.

Brent, a Florida State University graduate and seasoned endurance coach, serves as the Foundation's Executive Director. His leadership has fueled programs like the Inclusive Employment Program, which helps individuals with disabilities secure meaningful work. Brent’s athletic achievements, combined with his passion for advocacy, have helped raise over $10 million for the cause. Together, the Pease brothers continue to inspire through their racing, public speaking, and book, Beyond the Finish, which tells the story of their journey, their mission, and the power of relentless determination.

 

What You’ll Learn in this Episode:

• How a single question sparked a life-changing partnership

• What it takes to complete an Ironman as a team when a wheelchair is involved, why inclusion in sport must go beyond labels and accommodations

• The moment Kyle realized his story could empower others

• How the Kyle Pease Foundation is creating jobs, purpose, and possibility

• The surprising power of “just five more feet”

• Why your struggles are not in the way—they are the way

• How real leadership is about showing up—for yourself and for others

• What Kona and Boston taught them about grace, grit, and growth

 

Resources & Links

Kyle & Brent Pease

• Book: Beyond the Finish: A Story of Passion, Brotherhood and Relentless Determination

• Get a signed copy: Order through their site to receive Kyle’s signature!

• Website: https://kylepeasefoundation.org/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekylepeasefoundation/

• Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TheKylePeaseFoundation

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kyle-pease-foundation

• Join the community, donate, or sign up to race: kylepeasefoundation.org

 

Ed Molitor

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