In this solo episode, I explore the reasons behind his decision to run another marathon, delving into the concept of the &#8216;comfort trap&#8217; and the importance of challenging yourself.&nbsp;
I try to discuss the balance between personal capacity and the pursuit of goals, emphasizing the need for meaningful suffering that leads to growth. Enjoy.&nbsp;
Timestamps (may vary by 2-4 minutes based on your podcast platform)&nbsp;
00:00 The Comfort Trap: Why I&#8217;m Running Another Marathon
03:13 Challenging Comfort: The Importance of Setting Goals
06:04 Capacity and Balance: Managing Life&#8217;s Challenges
13:22 Suffering with Purpose: Finding Meaning in Challenges
22:48 Proving Myself: The Drive Behind My Goals
29:21 The Importance of Internal Validation
35:51 Training for Success: The Marathon Mindset
40:53 Choosing Difficult Paths: The Key to Growth
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Running through the arctic podcast:&nbsp;
<a href="https://briankeanefitness.com/podcast/213-running-230km-through-the-arctic-circle">https://briankeanefitness.com/podcast/213-running-230km-through-the-arctic-circle</a>
Running through the Sahara podcast:&nbsp;
<a href="https://briankeanefitness.com/podcast/148-marathon-des-sables-running-250km-through-the-sahara-desert">https://briankeanefitness.com/podcast/148-marathon-des-sables-running-250km-through-the-sahara-desert</a>
My first 100 mile ultra marathon podcast:&nbsp;
<a href="https://briankeanefitness.com/podcast/266-my-first-100-mile-ultra-marathon-jackpot-100-in-las-vegas-nevada">https://briankeanefitness.com/podcast/266-my-first-100-mile-ultra-marathon-jackpot-100-in-las-vegas-nevada</a>
Chris Williamson from Modern Wisdom podcast:&nbsp;
<a href="https://briankeanefitness.com/podcast/313-chris-williamson-on-getting-over-the-fear-of-criticism-making-sure-your-friends-dont-suck-and-the-ill-be-happy-when-fallacy">https://briankeanefitness.com/podcast/313-chris-williamson-on-getting-over-the-fear-of-criticism-making-sure-your-friends-dont-suck-and-the-ill-be-happy-when-fallacy</a>

The Real Reason I’m Running Another Marathon, Why Comfort Scares Me More Than Suffering and What I’m Actually Trying To Prove This Time!

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