Michael Arishita shares his journey as a professional triathlete and entrepreneur, balancing competition with launching his sports nutrition brand, Blanks Nutrition. He reflects on transitioning from a nomadic lifestyle to settling in Flagstaff, navigating identity beyond athletics, and the role of family in shaping his drive. Michael discusses the emotional highs and lows of competition, the importance of passion, and the challenges of balancing multiple aspirations. He explores leadership, decision-making, and self-reflection, emphasizing how community, mortality, and human connections shape our existence and legacy.

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