Ep. 1030: The Importance of Trying New Adventures - Paddy O’Connell

This episode is original from Without Compromise. Finishing an Ironman race is at the very top of many endurance athletes’ bucket lists. It’s a daunting goal to put all the training, logistical, and motivational pieces together to pull off such an extreme athletic achievement. For Maddie, it was the ultimate athletic goal. Being a marathoner, she had a leg up on folks starting from scratch, but running is still only one-third of the skills you need for a triathlon, so the math was still against her. Despite many setbacks and many times she could have logically bowed out of training and preparation, Maddie continued through every challenge, even up to race day (the ocean waves were crazy!), yet she successfully crossed that finish line and heard those fateful words, “You are an Ironman!”. Listen in to hear the biggest lessons that Maddie learned in preparation and on race day, and what it takes to finish an Ironman without compromise. Follow Maddie at @marathon_mads94Support Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. To learn more about Athletic Brewing’s award-winning non-alcoholic craft beer, go to AthleticBrewing.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

28 Okt 202141min

We don’t often feature hunting and fishing on this show, but spearfishing is a different beast. It’s active, it’s immersive and it’s an adventure! We’re hearing from spearfishing expert, Roger Moore, to share some of his favorite catches, favorite stories, and best tips to get you started in the amazing world of spearfishing. Follow Roger on Instagram: @RuffledFeathers.meLearn more about the LA Fathomiers: fathomiers.netSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

25 Okt 202148min

Anna McNuff entertains us with her delightful wit and style as she recounts what it was like to run the length of New Zealand solo on backcountry trails, self-supported.  She also biked through all 50 US states! Inspiring, funny, and powerful. www.annamcnuff.comSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Want nutritious, ready to cook, plant-based meals delivered right to your front door? Go to GreenChef.com/asp125 and use code asp100 to get $100 off including free shipping!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

21 Okt 202159min

Tom is no stranger to adventure. In fact, he has been guiding mountain bike trips for years. So when his wife tragically passed away from cancer, he decided to turn to the thing he knew best to deal with the grief and do a trip he had been talking about for 20 years…Follow Tom:Instagram: @carbon.monkeyFacebook: @thecarbonmonkeySupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Want nutritious, ready to cook, plant-based meals delivered right to your front door? Go to GreenChef.com/asp100 and use code asp100 to get $100 off including free shipping!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

18 Okt 20211h 22min

Originally aired April 20, 2017Dina Mishev moved to Jackson Hole, WY so she could live her life of adventure. While there, she was dealt two blows of bad news. At 30 years old, she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, and then 9 years later, she learned she had stage 3 breast cancer. However, as difficult and debilitating these two health issues were for her, she pressed on through and continued to keep adventure a big part of her life. Listen in as she describes going through this ordeal and how adventure helped her through it all.Follow Dina below:Facebook: @dinamishevInstagram: @dinamishevDina’s Books:Best Easy Day Hikes Jackson Hole Road Trip Yellowstone: Family-Friendly Adventures Just Outside America's Favorite ParkSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

14 Okt 20211h 2min

Thomas has been running, racing, and ultrarunning for years, but even for the most experienced, things don’t always go as planned..Follow Thomas’ adventures below:Instagram: @thomas.rei55thomasreiss.comSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11 Okt 202152min

Jordan Burroughs has one of the most medaled and storied careers of any American wrestler. That feat hasn’t come easy and it definitely hasn’t come without its losses. However, it’s the day-to-day focus that Jordan credits to keeping him on top of the competition, well into his decade-long wrestling career, where he’s still racking up championships. Although this isn’t adventure sports-related per se, I believe Jordan’s life principles and grit is applicable to any hobby, career, or goal you’re setting for yourself.Check out Jordan’s Without Compromise series on Athletic Brewing’s YouTube channel.Follow Jordan on Instagram at @alliseeisgoldTo learn more about Athletic Brewing’s award-winning non-alcoholic craft beer, go to AthleticBrewing.comSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

7 Okt 202138min

When Tyler first visited Nepal he had no idea the trip would change his life and work. While bike racing through the Himalayan Mountains he saw an opportunity that would change his life of adventure but the lives of many Nepalese families, rainwater. Learn more about what Tyler does with racing and raining in Nepal on today’s episode and at the links below.smartpaani.comThe Yak Attack Race: mtb-worldwide.comSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

4 Okt 202140min