Paddle Sports Lifestyle: Finding Your Epic Adventure Through Kayaking and Paddling, MR340 and Beyond

In this episode, we dive into the trials and excitement of The Freedom Race, a  63-mile race along the Lamine and Missouri Rivers. You'll hear about the unexpected challenge the racers faced - and the lessons learned along the way. The MR340 is just 3 weeks after the Freedom Race, and if you're listening when this episode goes live - ONE WEEK AWAY!

 

Connect with Kim and Paddle Sports Lifestyle:

Instagram: @PaddleSportsLifestyle  / @kimberlylpeek

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Paddle Sports Lifestyle website and blog

MR340: July 23-26, 2024 - https://mr340.org/

 

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In this episode, we dive into the mental aspects of training and explore why people willingly choose to take on difficult challenges like the MR340. We discuss the reasons why we push ourselves to the limit, the satisfaction that comes from overcoming those barriers, and the lessons we learn along the way. 

Join us as we celebrate the human spirit and explore the profound beauty of taking on hard things.

 

Connect with Kim and Paddle Sports Lifestyle:

Instagram: @PaddleSportsLifestyle  / @kimberlylpeek

Kim's Amazon Storefront with links to favorite gear

Amazon Storefront - WHAT WAS ON MY BOAT

Paddle Sports Lifestyle website and blog

MR340: July 23-26, 2024 - https://mr340.org/

 

Buy Paddling Shirts and Gift Items at the Paddle Sports Lifestyle Store!

 

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Join us for an adrenaline-fueled episode as we delve into the thrilling second day of the MR340 training trip that takes an unexpected turn and causes Kim to face some fears.

We'll unravel the lessons learned from this experience, gaining insights into the importance of adaptability and contingency planning in the world of paddle sports.

 

Connect with Kim and Paddle Sports Lifestyle:

Instagram: @PaddleSportsLifestyle  / @kimberlylpeek

Kim's Amazon Storefront with links to favorite gear

Paddle Sports Lifestyle website and blog

MR340: July 23-26, 2024 - https://mr340.org/

 

Buy Paddling Shirts and Gift Items at the Paddle Sports Lifestyle Store!

Listen as Kim shares the good, the bad, and the ugly moments from a recent two-day training adventure through the heart of the MR340: a 124 stretch from Waverly to Cooper's Landing. From the moment the group launched, the training partners faced every obstacle the river threw at them.

Through this intense training experience, they discovered the true essence of teamwork, perseverance, and the indomitable spirit of the paddle sports lifestyle.

Tune in as Kim shares the details of this adventure in training for the MR340.

Whether you're an experienced paddler, an outdoor enthusiast, or simply curious about the incredible feats of human endurance, this episode will inspire and captivate you. 

 

Connect with Kim and Paddle Sports Lifestyle:

Instagram: @PaddleSportsLifestyle  / @kimberlylpeek

Kim's Amazon Storefront with links to favorite gear

Paddle Sports Lifestyle website and blog

MR340: July 23-26, 2024 - https://mr340.org/

 

Buy Paddling Shirts and Gift Items at the Paddle Sports Lifestyle Store!

Join us as we relish in the simple moments of awe-inspiring sunrises, mesmerizing sunsets, and the magic of moonlit waters. In this episode, Kim talks about "The Longest Day," an Alzheimer's Association event that Paddle KC participated in with sunrise and sunset paddling events. She also updates listeners on some gear and camping discoveries.

 

Connect with Kim and Paddle Sports Lifestyle:

Instagram: @PaddleSportsLifestyle  / @kimberlylpeek

Kim's Amazon Storefront with links to favorite gear

Paddle Sports Lifestyle website and blog

MR340: July 23-26, 2024 - https://mr340.org/

 

Buy Paddling Shirts and Gift Items at the Paddle Sports Lifestyle Store!

There's an informal 5K race each week that I've been too intimidated to show up at. My training partners pushed me out of my comfort zone by scheduling a planning meeting to discuss our next big training event immediately after the 5K paddle race.

Everyone needs friends who have the enthusiasm and energy to tackle challenges and push their limits. This group is my kind of crazy! Hear how my first Hump Day 5K went in this episode.

 

Connect with Kim and Paddle Sports Lifestyle:

Instagram: @PaddleSportsLifestyle  / @kimberlylpeek

Kim's Amazon Storefront with links to favorite gear

Paddle Sports Lifestyle website and blog

MR340: July 23-26, 2024 - https://mr340.org/

 

Buy Paddling Shirts and Gift Items at the Paddle Sports Lifestyle Store!

Amidst the disheartening experience of having people doubt me, I discovered incredible support and belief from two friends. Tune in to learn how I found my MR340 crew who will play a vital role in my race, offering assistance, support, and camaraderie.

 

Connect with Kim and Paddle Sports Lifestyle:

Instagram: @PaddleSportsLifestyle  / @kimberlylpeek

Kim's Amazon Storefront with links to favorite gear

Paddle Sports Lifestyle website and blog

 

MR340: July 23-26, 2024 - https://mr340.org/

Buy Paddling Shirts and Gift Items at the Paddle Sports Lifestyle Store!

In this episode, I delve into the challenges faced when encountering doubts and strong opinions from strangers within the paddling community. Tune in for a conversation on overcoming judgment, finding strength from within, and celebrating the journey.

 

Connect with Kim and Paddle Sports Lifestyle:

Instagram: @PaddleSportsLifestyle  / @kimberlylpeek

Kim's Amazon Storefront with links to favorite gear

Paddle Sports Lifestyle website and blog

MR340: July 23-26, 2024 - https://mr340.org/

 

Buy Paddling Shirts and Gift Items at the Paddle Sports Lifestyle Store!

I thought it would be an excellent training activity, so I signed up for the Week of Rivers, a Paddle KC event where we planned to visit four rivers in four days. As we paddle through stunning scenery and soaked in the serenity of the waterways, we faced unforeseen obstacles that highlighted the need for some items I'll be adding to the gear my MR340 crew will carry.

 

Connect with Kim and Paddle Sports Lifestyle:

Instagram: @PaddleSportsLifestyle  / @kimberlylpeek

Kim's Amazon Storefront with links to favorite gear

Paddle Sports Lifestyle website and blog

Buy Paddling Shirts and Gift Items at the Paddle Sports Lifestyle Store!

As the wind picked up and the water became rougher, panic set in. This was my first race, and I almost quit!  In this episode, I'll take you through the highlights of the race, share all the things that went wrong, and how the struggles made me even more confident about the MR340.

 

Connect with Kim and Paddle Sports Lifestyle:

Instagram: @PaddleSportsLifestyle  / @kimberlylpeek

Kim's Amazon Storefront with links to favorite gear

Paddle Sports Lifestyle website and blog

MR340: July 23-26, 2024 - https://mr340.org/

Buy Paddling Shirts and Gift Items at the Paddle Sports Lifestyle Store!