Ep. 3 - Michael Hicks | The Journey From 206lbs, To Finishing A 5k & Becoming An Ultra Triathlete.

08/31/23 • 40 min

Michael Hicks was the last person you would expect to see toeing the line of an ultra triathlon, Ironman, or any endurance event for that matter. An open conversation about a his battle with alcoholism and how he's broken free from its grip to find a better life.

There's so many takeaways for everyone form this conversation. You'll be uplifted by Michaels story and positive attitude towards a hard life. Enjoy the episode with Michael Hicks.

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There's so many takeaways for everyone form this conversation. You'll be uplifted by Michaels story and positive attitude towards a hard life. Enjoy the episode with Michael Hicks.

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Ep. 2 - Wade Kammel | Former United States Marine, Ultra Triathlete & Endurance Coach

Former United States Marine, Wade Kammel, has found community and meaning through the sport of triathlon and pushing his limits into the ultra tri distances. Although pushing the limit can sometimes lead us into a dark space, there's always meaning in the struggles. Wade opens up his life for us to learn from his fight with mental health, alcohol and feeling alone in the battle.
This is a conversation that goes into the depths of what it means to claw oneself out of a dark place to find fresh air and build a life around vulnerability and hard, honest work.
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Ep. 4 - Lori Lyn Hicks | Tell Me I Can't & I'll Show You I Can, From Wheelchair to Ultra Triathlon

Lori Lyn Hicks is not someone you'd expect to see at the start line of a 703 mile long ultra triathlon. At one point she found herself in a doctors office being told there's a a very high chance she may never walk again.
Through a perilous road of bumps and bruises she's found joy in endurance racing and continues to be an example of someone who knows no quit and proves that no matter who you are, you can do incredible things for yourself.
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