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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