What drives someone to take on an Ironman?   In this episode, J Dragon shares his journey of completing Ironman 70.3 North Carolina—a goal he set out to conquer just three months ago. From signing up to crossing the finish line, he breaks down the realities of training: the early mornings, the nutrition adjustments, and the mindset shifts needed to tackle each part of the race.   J Dragon dives into the mental battles he faced during each leg of the race, from overcoming nerves at the swim to pushing through painful cramps on the run. He shares the fears he conquered, the goals he set, and the thrill of crossing that finish line. Plus, hear his biggest takeaways on training, mindset, and the lessons that stay with you long after the race is over. This episode is packed with insights that just might inspire you to take on a challenge of your own.   “It’s crazy how the body adapts, and it’s like any challenge in life, you become bigger than those challenges” - J Dragon   You’ll leave this episode with…   Inspiration from J Dragon’s Ironman journey and insights on what it takes to tackle a challenge like this   A breakdown of what it’s like to sign up, train, and mentally prepare for an Ironman   An in-depth look at the “70.3” distance and what’s involved in completing Ironman North Carolina 70.3   The power of setting a bold goal and the impact it can have on your mindset   A look at what motivated J Dragon to take on this extreme challenge, and how you can find your own motivation to push your limits   A firsthand look at race day: from early wake-ups and nutrition to the electric atmosphere   What it’s like to tackle each leg of an Ironman and how you can push through physical limits   Insight into the biggest benefits of endurance sports and how they can change your life   Tips from J Dragon’s experience on staying resilient, from pushing through painful cramps to overcoming his fear of the swim   Mental strategies J Dragon used to stay focused under pressure, from race-day nerves to tackling unexpected setbacks   Lessons J Dragon learned that can help you approach your own challenges with a strong mental game   The Manhood Experiment of the week to inspire you to step out of your comfort zone   ----- Leave a Review: 
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