Today’s guest is a trailblazing athlete who competed in his first Ironman Triathlon in 1980 and was awarded in the Ironman Hall of Fame and USA Triathlon Hall of Fame. Introducing Bob Babbitt, Co-Founder of the Challenged Athletes Foundation and CEO of Babbitt Media Group. Bob sits down with Gregory McDonough and shares the global impact of CAF, from heartwarming stories of transformation that have touched countless lives. Bob also explains the profound connection between positive thinking and achieving remarkable feats. Tune in to this extraordinary episode and be inspired by the extraordinary impact of the Challenged Athletes Foundation on individuals around the world.
Takeaways:
In 1980, during Bob's first marathon, he and his fellow athletes embarked on a journey with a charged spirit, produced by pure passion. With no structured plan in place, Bob fearlessly showed up and ran, trusting in his determination. As the race continued, Bob realized that this race had a place in his heart. This compelled him to pursue that remarkable sensation of personal growth and fulfillment.
Since 2008, Bob was the man behind the Rock and Roll marathon events, which captivated over 650,000 participants to date. This marathon has played a pivotal role in empowering women to race. At every mile, an array of bands creates an uplifting atmosphere for the people participating. Bob's purpose in curating this event was to gift others the same joy of embracing their endurance.
When Bob co-founded the Challenged Athletes Foundation, he strived to create an environment where children and athletes feel a profound sense of comfort in their skin, empowering them to believe that they can overcome any obstacle. The foundation's mission is to showcase that every individual, regardless of their circumstances, can pursue their dreams.
When workshopping your company, it is crucial to surround oneself with believers who support your potential and aspirations. By having a supportive network, their encouragement towards your ambitions serves as a catalyst, pushing you towards success.
Bob defines the endurance mindset as a commitment to positive thinking. From Bob’s experiences as an accomplished athlete, he emphasizes the significance of breaking down tasks into smaller, more achievable goals. This approach can alleviate the overwhelming tasks, athletes can overcome their challenges, and unlock their true potential.
Quote of the Show:
“I've changed who I am. I've changed my perception of me because I'm doing something I never thought I could do.” - Bob Babbitt
Links:
Bob Babbitt’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbabbitt/
Challenged Athletes Foundation: https://www.challengedathletes.org/directors/bob-babbitt/
Bob Babbitt’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Bob_Babbitt
Challenged Athletes Foundation’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/CAFoundation
Babbittville Radio: https://babbittville.com/radio/
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