How Jason Bahamundi Overcame Burnout and Disordered Eating to Build a Media Platform for Everyday Athletes

Is building a media company a bigger test of endurance than a 250 mile race?

Jason Bahamundi is an 8x Ironman and 8x 100 Mile finisher, plus a finisher of the inaugural Cocodona 250.

But he thinks his biggest endurance feat so far is founding his sports publication, Run•Tri•Bike.

Jason believes that there is a spot at the starting line for everybody and every body, despite the obstacles they may encounter along the way.

Listen to hear about:

• The evolution of running culture alongside social media


• Personal takes on Boston Marathon Qualifying Times


• Navigating burnout in Ironman training and in business


• How healing from disordered eating opened Jason up to connection with others


• The evolution of Run•Tri•Bike and connecting with everyday athletes
  

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