The Modern Mind

#94 | Lewis Robling | Overcoming Failure And Finding Your Purpose

Mar 18, 2024

Former rugby player turned ultra runner Lewis Robling shares his journey of overcoming failure and finding purpose through ultra running. He discusses the emotional highs and lows of professional sports, the value of ultra running in everyday life, and the importance of reflecting on failure. The podcast also touches on topics like competitive nature in sports, embracing change through endurance training, and personal growth through evolving coping mechanisms.

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Lewis Robling

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Quick takeaways

Transitioning from professional rugby to ultra running brought pride and pressure differences.

Ultra running serves as a path to self-discovery, confronting failure, and seeking purpose.

Endurance running entails intense physical and mental preparation, emphasizing resilience and confidence.

Deep dives

Transition from Professional Rugby to Ultra Running

Transitioning from being a professional rugby player to an ultra runner, Louis Robling shares how the pride and pressure differed in the two sports. In rugby, representing the club jersey brought immense pride, but the professional game turned into a job with constant pressure and fear of job loss if performance declined. This contrast made him feel like he had lost a part of himself until he found purpose, forward motion, and a sense of community in ultra running.

Introduction

3min

Contrasting Competitiveness in Rugby and Ultra Running

13min

Exploring Barefoot Shoes and Overcoming Resistance to Therapy

2min

Embracing Change Through Ultra-Running

10min

Navigating Personal Growth Through Evolving Coping Mechanisms and Health Choices

5min

Embracing Gratitude, Community, and Growth in Pursuit of Purpose

5min

Embracing the Transformative Power of Endurance Training

24min

Humility in Relationships and a Grueling 870-mile Welsh Coastal Path Run

2min

Personal Bucket List Goals and Inspirational Tales of Overcoming Adversity

3min

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Resilience and Perseverance in the Face of Unprecedented Challenges

2min

In this episode, Fergus is joined by Lewis Robling, former professional rugby player, turned ultra runner and coach.

Lewis shares his experience of professional sport, the highs and lows, and the mental struggles when he eventually had to leave the game. Lewis goes onto explain the immense value and freedom he has found in ultra running and why he thinks they are so helpful for people in everyday life.

Expect to learn more about the emotions of professional sport.

Expect to reflect on how you view failure.

Expect to be motivated to do an ultra marathon.

Lewis' Instagram: @lewis_robling

Fergus' Instagram: @ferguscrawley

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