In this conversation, Heather McG interviews ultra endurance athlete Manika Gamble, who shares her journey from sprinting to ultra running, the challenges she faces in endurance sports, and the importance of finding one's 'why'. Manika discusses her experiences in the Namib race, the lessons learned from DNF (Did Not Finish) experiences, and the joy she finds in pushing her limits. She emphasizes the significance of igniting strength in others and the balance between grit and knowing when to quit, and the benefits of choosing to live with adventure in mind.
TAKEAWAYS

• Endurance sports require a strong mental 'why' to push through tough moments.
• How to get through moments of doubt.
• Finding joy in the journey is crucial for endurance athletes.
• DNF experiences can offer valuable lessons all on their own.
• Manika aims to inspire others to step out of their comfort zones.
• Training to succeed
• Faith in the fact that most things work out.

CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Manika Gamble05:37 Finding Your Why in Endurance Sports11:31 The Challenges of Endurance Training17:25 The Joy of Endurance Sports23:35 The Balance of Grit and Knowing When to Quit29:36 Life's Endings and New Beginnings
ABOUT MANIKA GAMBLEManika is an international ultra endurance athlete who takes on bold challenges and breaks barriers. She showcases the power of the human mind and body in hopes to inspire others to get out of their comfort zone and try something bold.

• Follow Manika on Instagram at @manikaruns

ABOUT THE HAPPILY NEVER AFTERThe Happily Never After is a podcast that features stories of big endings that led to personal breakthroughs. While endings can hurt, they also provide opportunities to heal and grow, and sometimes, they even set us free. Endings can offer an opportunity to begin anew, in a better way, and that’s what we’re here to talk about.

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