Obstacle Course Hero: Lessons Learned From Completing Over 100 Spartan Races! - Nick Klingensmith

Today I have a chat with Nick Klingensmith, an adversity conquering warrior that inspires others to keep going through the trials and tribulations of life

Refusing to accept the limitations of ailments and accidents, Nick has completed over 100 Spartan Races, 6 Major Marathons, several Ultras and many other obstacle and endurance events.

He is an expert in propelling other achievement-driven professionals and leaders to overcome fear and rejection and push past self-limiting doubts, by inspiring them to take purposeful action towards their goals.

He is a raw and passionate storyteller who holds nothing back when revealing who he used to be and the person he is now.

A true testament to the power of resilience, with an unwavering belief in his purpose to overcome obstacles and inspire others to do the same, He delivers powerful and transformative speeches, drawing from personal experiences to illustrate the extraordinary potential of pushing through adversity.

Some topics we cover:

Nicks Story

How his boss came to him and said lets do a spartan race, and he immediately said no

This triggered a realization that he was shying away from discomfort

But in doing that, his life was not actually comfortable or enjoyable

He wanted to develop mental toughness

He had used to be obese and alcoholic, and had started to change those things, but he realized he didn't actually make MEANINGFUL change in his life

The impact traveling to cuba had on his health perspectives

His perspective on comfort being a detriment to our lives

The need for adventure

Doctor’s responsibility for putting people in bubbles

Why have people fallen for outsourcing their thinking to doctors?

What happened in the 80's that led people away from questioning anything

The importance of setting MEANINGFUL health goals, not just goals

The importance of surrounding ourselves with healthy people that will hold us accountable

Where does bullying come from? Is it a positive thing sometimes?

The trap of victim mentality

Childhood troubles that cast him into a victim mentality

The choice between being a victim or a survivor... but is there a third option?

Why obstacle course racing? How has it impacted his life?

Stoicism vs emotional men

And more!

Enjoy the show.

Connect with Nick:
https://www.stridemotivation.com

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Credits:
Music: Tensions Run High by Soundridemusic
Link to Video: • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvUW0Po9Fcc&t=0s

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