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April 15, 2025 74 mins

This week on the Dirt and Vert Podcast, we're joined by the incredibly inspiring Lindsey Sexton, a two-time No Business 100 finisher whose journey proves that strength and resilience can conquer any obstacle.

Lindsey takes us on her remarkable path, from her early days starting a cross-country team in high school to facing down breast cancer and emerging to complete ultra marathons. We'll hear about her motivations, the challenges she's overcome, and the raw emotion of crossing that finish line after her battle.

Lindsey emphasizes the vital role of community support, the power of mental strength, and the unwavering belief in oneself that fuels every step. Her story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity to endure and triumph.

Get ready to be moved, inspired, and reminded that anything is possible when you refuse to give up on your dreams.

Chapters

00:00 Lindsey's Running Journey Begins

04:23 Transition to Ultra Running

09:29 Facing Breast Cancer

15:01 The No Business 100 Experience

36:01 Emotional Finish and Community Support

42:47 Year Two: Overcoming New Challenges

51:59 The Journey of Resilience

54:31 Overcoming Obstacles and Finding Strength

56:45 The Power of Sharing Stories

01:00:08 Life Lessons from Running

01:02:42 The Importance of Early Detection

01:03:44 Running as a Form of Freedom

01:06:28 Setting Future Goals

01:11:38 The Mindset of a Runner

01:21:55 Confidence and Self-Belief

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