Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast Overcoming Adversity to Find Victory w/ Allen Schwartz EP 281
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Sep 26, 2019 Allen Schwartz, a six-time finisher of the Leadville Trail 100 and a small business owner from McMinnville, Oregon, shares his inspiring journey of overcoming spinal surgeries and adversity through faith and discipline. He dives into how his athletic background shaped his mindset, detailing the importance of setting physical goals. Allen reflects on training challenges, adapting techniques due to nerve damage, and the sacrifices made for his passion. He emphasizes gratitude, the support of his wife, and encourages listeners to enjoy the journey towards their goals.
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Back Tumor And Colon Surgery Changed Everything
- Allen described finding a schwannoma in his lower back that led to nerve damage and a drop foot after surgery.
- He also had ulcerative colitis that required removal of his large intestine, forcing major lifestyle changes.
From Hockey To Mountain Biking
- After surgery Allen switched from hockey to mountain biking because clipping his foot into pedals allowed him to ride despite drop foot.
- He trains outdoors year-round on gravel with heavy vertical gain despite bad weather and smaller mileage per ride.
Train Around Your Weaknesses
- Change technique to protect weak areas: sit more and learn to pull up on the pedal if your push is limited.
- Rebalance muscle use to avoid overloading a single muscle group and reduce injury risk.
