Joining the show today, we have Nashville local and Chicago Marathon age group winner Ken Rideout. Ken shares valuable lessons from his remarkable transformation story - overcoming a chaotic childhood, working on Wall Street, and a drug addiction that derailed his life. This episode is packed with practical steps to develop mental toughness, overcome defeat, and win. Enjoy! Save 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow for more:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Keep up with Ken here:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/ken_rideout/ Topics:  00:00 Intro 1:22 Becoming a world champion marathoner 9:02 Developing the fighter mindset 13:48 Impact of our upbringings 20:59 Handling failure and defeat 27:40 Protecting your passions 34:45 Benefits of therapy 45:47 Objective vs. subjective outcomes 54:44 Ken’s work ethic 59:18 Finding appreciation in life 1:14:36 Gobi Ultramarathon 1:41:04 Dealing with negativity 1:54:27 The happiness equation