WHOOP Podcast Finding a Purpose Through Endurance Sports with Ken Rideout
Aug 30, 2023
Ken Rideout, crowned the “World’s Best Marathoner Over 50” and known for overcoming opioid addiction, discusses his backstory, struggle with addiction, seeking extreme experiences, running the Gobi March in Mongolia, the power of showing up, nutrition and hydration practices, running the 6 major marathons, and what he's obsessing over.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Overcoming Struggles and Thriving in Endurance Sports
02:21 • 4min
Escaping the Inner City: A Journey of Transformation
06:43 • 10min
From Recreational Drug Use to Functioning Addict
16:43 • 10min
Preparing for the Gobi March race
26:46 • 24min
Parenting, Developing Passions, and Living Vicariously
50:58 • 2min
Importance of Self-Focus in Youth Sports and Thank You to Ken Rideout
53:04 • 2min