Ken Rideout on Overcoming Addiction & Running 155 Miles Through Mongolia
Oct 13, 2023
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Ken Rideout, avid runner, speaker, and investor, discusses overcoming addiction, Jake Paul's impact on boxing, and his victory in the Gobi March, a 155-mile self-supported race across the Gobi Desert in Mongolia.
Ken Rideout shares his journey of overcoming addiction and running 155 miles through Mongolia in a grueling race, highlighting the importance of pushing oneself out of the comfort zone and prioritizing personal and mental health.
Ken expresses his admiration for Jake Paul, discussing his impact on the sport of boxing and the controversy surrounding his fights, emphasizing the importance of entertainment and audience engagement.
Ken emphasizes the significance of self-belief and setting ambitious goals, discussing his mindset towards victory in the race and the value of sharing personal experiences to inspire others and promote personal growth.
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Ken Wright's journey from athlete to marathon champion
Ken Wright, a former athlete, shares his incredible journey from being an athlete to becoming the world's fastest marathoner above the age of 50.
The challenges and triumphs of international adoption
Ken and his wife share their experience of adopting a beautiful girl from Ethiopia and the challenges they faced during the process.
Ken's involvement in boxing and MMA
Ken discusses his passion for boxing and MMA, including his podcast with Teddy Atlas and his training experience with professional boxers.
Jake Paul's impact in the fighting world
Ken expresses his admiration for Jake Paul and his ability to entertain the audience, discussing the controversy surrounding his fights and the perception of his skills in the boxing world.
Personal journey and challenges in a grueling race
In this podcast episode, the speaker shares their personal journey participating in a grueling race. The race took place in the Gobi Desert, with participants having to run 155 miles in six days. The speaker describes the intense physical and mental challenges they faced, including the scarcity of food, extreme weather conditions, and the need to adapt to running in unfamiliar landscapes. Despite the difficulty, the speaker persevered and finished the race. This experience taught them the importance of pushing oneself out of the comfort zone and prioritizing personal and mental health.
Importance of self-belief and lessons learned
Another key takeaway from the podcast episode is the importance of self-belief and setting ambitious goals. The speaker discusses overcoming self-doubt and embracing a mindset that allowed them to strive for victory in the race. They emphasize the significance of believing in oneself and not being afraid to state intentions or beliefs, as it contributes to personal growth and achievement. The speaker also highlights the value of sharing personal experiences, such as addiction recovery, to inspire and provide support to others facing similar challenges. Overall, the episode promotes the idea of embracing discomfort and taking steps towards personal growth and fulfillment.
On this episode of The Forward, Lance is joined by Ken Rideout, host of The Fight with Teddy Atlas Podcast and an avid runner, speaker, and investor. They discuss how Ken became one of the World’s top over-50 runners, his journey overcoming addiction, Jake Paul’s impact on the sport of boxing, and Ken’s recent victory in the Gobi March; a 155-mile, self-supported, 6 days stage race across the Gobi Desert in Mongolia.
