Restore To Explore He Shouldn’t Be Able to Walk… But He Broke a MARATHON World Record on Crutches! w/ Mick Marshall
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Mick Marshall, an endurance athlete whose life changed forever after a devastating workplace accident. Once an ultramarathon runner, Mick suffered severe leg injuries that required multiple surgeries and left him having to learn to walk again—three times. He opens up about his battle with chronic pain, PTSD, and the struggle of rebuilding his identity after losing what once defined him.
But Mick’s story is not one of defeat—it's one of resilience, adaptation, and pure grit. From setting a world record for the fastest marathon on crutches to forming the Beyond Endurance team and advocating for adaptive athletes, Mick shares how he turned unimaginable hardship into a mission to inspire others.
Mick’s journey is a raw, honest, and inspiring testament to the human spirit. Whether you're an athlete, facing your own challenges, or just need a dose of motivation—this episode is a must-listen.
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Music: Just Stay - Strength To Last
Chapters:
0:00 – The Accident That Changed Everything
8:50 – From Footy to Ultra Running
17:00 – The Aftermath: Learning to Walk Again
24:30 – Complex Regional Pain Syndrome & Chronic Pain Battles
32:00 – The Turning Point: Rebuilding Through Movement
40:10 – Running a Half Marathon on Crutches
46:00 – Breaking a World Record
52:30 – The Beyond Endurance Team & Adaptive Athletics
1:00:00 – The Mental Game & Overcoming Setbacks
1:10:30 – What’s Next: The Road to Brisbane 2032