Becoming Mentally and Physically Elite with Chad Vanags
01/16/24 • 27 min
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In September of 2022, at 39 years old, Chad Vanags was diagnosed with stage 4 terminal lung cancer. Chad is a surfer, runner, and all-around athlete. In the year and a half since his diagnosis, Chad has been living his wildest most authentic life as he faces his own mortality. Cancer isn't the message, but it's been the vehicle that's pushed him to become what he calls physically and mentally elite.
Connect with Chad:
- Website
- Teaquilafarm Instagram
- Contribute to Chad's GoFundMe
Check out:
- Book your next REI Co-op Adventure
- REI Re/Supply
In September of 2022, at 39 years old, Chad Vanags was diagnosed with stage 4 terminal lung cancer. Chad is a surfer, runner, and all-around athlete. In the year and a half since his diagnosis, Chad has been living his wildest most authentic life as he faces his own mortality. Cancer isn't the message, but it's been the vehicle that's pushed him to become what he calls physically and mentally elite.
Connect with Chad:
- Website
- Teaquilafarm Instagram
- Contribute to Chad's GoFundMe
Check out:
- Book your next REI Co-op Adventure
- REI Re/Supply
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