013: Jason Bahamundi The Importance of Mental Strength in Endurance Sports and The Power of Having Fun While Involving Every Body

Summary

In this episode, Liz Myers interviews Jason Bahamundi, an endurance athlete with a passion for running, triathlons, and ultras. Jason shares his journey into endurance sports, starting with a half marathon 17 years ago and eventually progressing to triathlons and 100-mile races. He discusses the importance of being inquisitive and constantly challenging oneself in order to grow as an athlete. Jason also emphasizes the mental strength required in endurance sports and shares tips for staying motivated and enjoying the journey. He highlights the significance of celebrating personal accomplishments and not comparing oneself to others. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the time commitment of triathlon training and the challenges of balancing training with other aspects of life. Jason shares the story of how his company. He talks about the importance of sharing diverse stories in the endurance sports community and how his company aims to do that. He emphasizes the need to have fun and enjoy the journey in endurance sports, and the power of vulnerability in connecting with others. He also discusses the concept of a tribe in the running community and the importance of surrounding yourself with supportive and like-minded individuals.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:43 The Mental Strength of Endurance Sports

05:52 The Joy of Crossing the Finish Line

08:49 The Time Commitment of Triathlon Training

11:58 The Need for Diversity in Endurance Sports

14:44 Inspiring Others Through Storytelling

36:00 Finding Joy and Laughter in Endurance Sports

39:03 The Power of Sharing Personal Stories

44:20 The Supportive and Encouraging Running Community

48:00 Building a Tribe in the Endurance Community

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