Ep. 712: Leading with Grit - Marcus Fitts

Ep. 712: Leading with Grit - Marcus Fitts

As a kid when Marcus wanted to play football and baseball his mom would only allow it after he fulfilled one condition, learn to swim.

Even after excelling at track and football, the foundation of swimming was what Marcus always came back to and also excelled in. He eventually went to college on a track and swimming scholarship, giving him a leg up in the sport of triathlons, which he would soon discover.

Seeing a lack of diversity in the sport for a multitude of reasons, Marcus began to strategically find ways to break down the barriers in his community to create avenues for new folks, especially those of color and minorities, to try and excel in triathlons.


This led him to organize the District Triathlon club in DC as an official 501(c)3. After a handful of successful years growing the community and seeing even more potential, Marcus then decided to start GRIT USA, an adult endurance and multisport development program for triathletes.

Today Marcus splits his time between growing GRIT, pursuing his other goals like the Speed Project, and using his platform in the DC area to continue to be a voice of change, equality, and hope.

Learn more about Marcus, District Triathlon, and GRIT USA below:

@coach_fitts

@grit.usa

@district_triathlon

districttriathlon.com

triathlete.com/culture/more-than-ever-triathlon-clubs-matter

To learn more about Athletic Brewing’s award-winning non-alcoholic craft beer, go to AthleticBrewing.com.



Our Sponsors:
* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP
* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/asp


Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episoder(1207)

Ep. 014: Travis Parsons - Dual Sport Motorcycling

Ep. 014: Travis Parsons - Dual Sport Motorcycling

Curt interviews Travis about his passion for dual sport motorcycling. Ever considered buying a dual sport bike? Listen in and see if it's for you.   www.180tack.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/asp Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

27 Mar 201543min

Ep. 013: Leon Logothetis - Adventure Travel with a Purpose

Ep. 013: Leon Logothetis - Adventure Travel with a Purpose

Leon Logothetis was inspired to travel the world on a yellow motorcycle in an effort to connect with people in a unique and powerful way - traveling by the power of giving and receiving kindness.  Share in his amazing stories and about his new book, The Kindness Diaries! Changing lives, one adventure at a time. www.leonlogothetis.com www.facebook.com/leonlogothetis www.twitter.com/leonlogothetis Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/asp Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

25 Mar 201540min

Ep. 012: Leslie Frey - Off Trail Hiking

Ep. 012: Leslie Frey - Off Trail Hiking

Leslie Frey explains the benefits of Off Trail Hiking and its positive influence on young adults www.offtrailonpurpose.com   Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/asp Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

23 Mar 201547min

Ep. 011:  Kate Rau – Mountain Bike Racing and Touring.

Ep. 011:  Kate Rau – Mountain Bike Racing and Touring.

Curt visits with Kate about mountain biking, especially about biking with high school students.  Kate was the Founding Committee Chair and brought the NICA model to Colorado in 2010. She was the Program Manager of Singletrack Mountain Bike Adventures (SMBA) where she directed a 7-month season for riders ranging in ages from 7 to 17.  She served as community outreach coordinator, sponsorship liaison, and planned adventures from trail work to epic rides across mountain passes. She is passionate about the benefits of positive youth development from the saddle of a mountain bike.   www.coloradomtb.org   kate@coloradomtb.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/asp Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

20 Mar 201544min

Ep. 010: Kelly Kocher - Stand Up Paddleboarding the Gateway Drug - Vela Adventures

Ep. 010: Kelly Kocher - Stand Up Paddleboarding the Gateway Drug - Vela Adventures

Travis speaks with Kelly Kocher of Vela Adventures about the benefits of Stand Up Paddleboarding. Think SUP is only for relaxation? Listen to this episode and you may change your mind. Don't forget to use promo code: 180TACK to save $10   www.velaadventures.com https://www.facebook.com/velaadventures https://twitter.com/velaadventures   Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/asp Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

18 Mar 201533min

Ep. 009: Kelly Davis Shares the Joys of Paragliding

Ep. 009: Kelly Davis Shares the Joys of Paragliding

Ever wonder what it would be like to soar like an eagle over Colorado’s highest peaks?  What is it like to fly, without a motor or propeller, depending only on the weather, your wits and a cloth wing?  Join us on today’s episode featuring Kelly Davis as he shares great stories and information on tandem paragliding in Colorado.    www.paraglidingcolorado.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/asp Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

16 Mar 201536min

Ep. 008: Curt Linville - Winter Backpacking & Snow Cave Camping

Ep. 008: Curt Linville - Winter Backpacking & Snow Cave Camping

Travis interviews co-host Curt Linville about his adventures in Winter Backpacking and Snow Cave Camping. Tune in to hear some chiloing tales about life in the frozen forest. Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/asp Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

13 Mar 201542min

Ep. 007:  John Fielder - Colorado's Premier Wilderness Photographer

Ep. 007: John Fielder - Colorado's Premier Wilderness Photographer

John Fielder, Colorado’s premier wilderness photographer, brings us the experience from thousands of miles of backpacking, lama packing, and over 40 published works.  Hear some of John's adventures, about wilderness photography and about John’s outdoor photography classes.   http://www.johnfielder.com/workshops.php http://www.johnfielder.com Phone for Gallary:  303-744-7979   Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/asp Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11 Mar 201536min

Populært innen Vitenskap

fastlegen
rekommandert
fremtid-pa-frys
jss
rss-rekommandert
tingenes-tilstand
tomprat-med-gunnar-tjomlid
smart-forklart
villmarksliv
forskningno
sinnsyn
rss-paradigmepodden
dekodet-2
noen-har-snakket-sammen
fjellsportpodden
pod-britannia
tidlose-historier
diagnose
vett-og-vitenskap-med-gaute-einevoll
rss-overskuddsliv