It's Okay Not to Be Okay: Former Pro Cyclist Brad Huff on community and founding “The Men’s Room”

Community has proven its essential value to me time and time again, and I’m incredibly grateful to have sat down with someone who exemplifies that in real ways. Brad Huff—2016 Criterium National Champion and former Junior Mountain Bike State Champion—has shown true courage in the face of uncertainty. Beyond his impressive cycling career, Brad opens up about co-founding The Men’s Room, a support group dedicated to helping men navigate personal growth and mental health.

Brad shares his journey from his early days as a Junior racer to winning a national title, and how he built resilience through the challenges of his career. We also dive into his transition to life after cycling, including the tough adjustments to a new career in marketing and the impact of the pandemic. It’s an honest conversation about community, vulnerability, and the power of self-compassion.

On today’s episode, we discuss:

• Brad’s journey from Junior Mountain Bike Champion to National Criterium Champion
• The struggles of transitioning from a career in cycling to a new profession
• How Brad co-founded The Men’s Room to support men’s mental health and personal growth
• The importance of vulnerability, community, and self-compassion in personal development