I didn’t get into ultra-endurance sports to win races, beat others, or stand atop podiums. I got into it because it’s a perfect template for self-discovery—a physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual odyssey to more deeply understand myself, determine my purpose, and discover my place in the world. A way to tap into my unexplored reservoirs of potential—and touch the other side.
This has been one of the most influential pieces of advice I've taken from David Goggins. Working out is not a physical challenge, its a mental challenge.
