EP. 33 | Bennett Gunderson | Hybrid Training, Building A Brand, And Creating A Life Worth Living

In this episode of the Tickets Toward Success Podcast, I had the opportunity to sit down with Bennett Gunderson. Bennett is a 23-year-old athlete and entrepreneur from Wisconsin who has already completed marathons, ultra marathons, a half and full Ironman, and has participated in a Hyrox event. In addition to building a personal brand through content creation on social media, he is the founder of Mantra Athletic Club and also just launched his Hybrid Athlete coaching programs. All of these can be found below.

During this episode we discuss Bennett's journey into fitness, his experiences with endurance events, the mental aspects of racing, and the importance of nutrition. Bennett shares insights on balancing fun and progress in training, the significance of mindset, and the challenges of building a personal brand.

Our conversation highlights the transformative power of running and the value of creating meaningful content in the fitness community. In this conversation, Bennett shares his journey from being a hybrid athlete to an entrepreneur, discussing the challenges of training, the importance of time management, and the significance of building a personal brand in the competitive fitness space. He emphasizes the need for passion and authenticity in one's pursuits, the impact of overtraining on mental health, and the value of hobbies in maintaining balance. Bennett also reflects on the importance of self-belief and the long-term vision for creating a fulfilling life.

Takeaways:

1. Bennett's first marathon changed his life

2. Mental clarity is a significant benefit of running.

3. Finding joy in training is crucial for sustainability.

4. Setting arbitrary goals can lead to unnecessary pressure.

5. Nutrition plays a vital role in endurance events.

6. Bennett's physique transformed through hybrid training.

7. Building a brand is about sharing a meaningful message.

8. Transitioning from athlete to entrepreneur involves embracing creativity and managing time effectively.

9. Time management is a personal journey; what works for one may not work for another.

10. Building a personal brand requires authenticity and a strong purpose behind it.

11. Self-belief is essential in overcoming doubt and criticism in life. An Undying Belief in yourself is key.

12. Overtraining can lead to mental health challenges and self-doubt.

13. Engaging in hobbies outside of work can provide balance and joy.

14. Creating a life worth living is a key motivator for pursuing passions.

15. The work you put in now will pay off in the future, so trust the process.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction | Bennett Gunderson

04:25 The Evolution of a Runner: From High School to Hybrid Training

10:32 The Allure of Ultra Marathons and Trail Running

20:35 The Mental Clarity In Running

37:01 The Evolution of a Hybrid Athlete

42:03 Bennetts Biggest Mentally Challenging Race

56:38 A Quick Thank You

57:24 Building a Brand: Mantra Athletic Club

01:05:37 Coaching and Content Creation Journey

01:15:58 The Intrigue of Business and A Personal Brand

01:19:07 Making Time For Many Different Tasks

01:23:17 Starting a Brand: Purpose and Authenticity

01:29:04 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Criticism

01:37:54 The Impact of Overtraining on Mental Health

01:49:16 Overcoming Physical Challenges

01:54:12 Bennetts Next Competition??

01:57:13 Music & Cars

02:08:19 Final Thoughts

Bennett Gunderson's Socials:

Instagram: @bennettgunderson

Tik Tok: @bennett.gunderson

Mantra Athletic Club: @mantraathleticclub

Hybrid Athlete Coaching: Bennettgunderson.com/coaching

Tucker's Socials:

Instagram: @realtuckern

Tik Tok: @realtuckern

Podcast: @ticketstowardsuccess

As always, thanks for listening and I appreciate your support.

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