What does it take to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges and live life to its fullest? In this episode on the Dialed Health podcast, I sit down with Vince Murdock, a professional MMA fighter and founder of Enjoy Cycling Club to discuss this exact thing. Vince shares his incredible journey of resilience, from facing a life-threatening brain condition to competing in the UFC and taking on ultra-endurance cycling events. 

We discuss life’s challenges and setbacks and how to turn them into opportunities for growth and self-discovery. We also discuss brain surgery, his transition to cycling during recovery, and the founding of Enjoy Cycling Club.

Vince Murdock is a professional MMA fighter and founder of Enjoy Cycling Club from Michigan who overcame significant adversity to pursue his dreams. After being diagnosed with Moya Moya, a rare brain condition that required surgery, Vince defied expectations by returning to fighting within a year and later competing in the UFC. During his recovery, he discovered a passion for cycling that led him to create Enjoy Cycling Club, a community-focused group that encourages people to challenge themselves and discover their potential. 

Find more from Vince Murdock:

Instagram: @vincemurdock

Website: https://enjoycyclingclub.com/ 

Find more from Derek Teel:

Website: https://dialedhealth.com/ 

Instagram: @dialedhealth

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dialedhealth 

What We Discuss: 

00:00 - Vince's background in Michigan

05:00 - Getting into MMA and moving to California

14:00 - Discovery of Moya Moya brain condition

21:00 - Brain surgery and recovery process

31:00 - Transition to cycling during recovery

36:00 - Founding of Enjoy Cycling Club

42:00 - Return to fighting and UFC experiences

50:00 - Unbound XL ultra-endurance cycling event

56:00 - Recent UFC fight and reflections on competing

1:04:00 - Philosophy on challenging oneself and living fully