64. Charlie Engle: Ultra-Endurance Athlete

Our guest today has experienced some of the highest highs and lowest lows in his fight against addiction: Running across the Sahara desert, going to federal prison, and learning the lesson — life isn’t a dress rehearsal; you only get one shot. 

We speak with Charlie Engle, Global ultra-endurance athlete and the founder of the 5.8 Global Adventure Series, about his journey through obsession and the life lessons he’s excited to share.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Charlie’s history of addiction
• The impact of a huge lifestyle change
• Running across the Sahara, narrated by Matt Damon
• The lessons learned in prison  

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