{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Relaxed Running","title":"#222 - Charlie Engle | The Prison Hero & Former Crack Addict who Ran Across The Sahara Desert. ","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/ca47ef8f\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2999,"description":"Charlie Engle, an acclaimed endurance athlete and ultramarathon runner, has overcome significant hurdles in his life, including struggles with drug addiction and serving time in prison. However, he found solace and redemption through running, transforming his life. Notably, Engle participated in the \"Running the Sahara\" expedition in 2007, covering 4,500 miles across the desert with two other runners. This remarkable journey, documented in a film produced by Matt Damon, raised awareness for the challenges of the region and supported clean water initiatives. Engle's journey showcases his unmatched endurance and determination, evident in his conquests of challenging ultramarathons like the Badwater Ultramarathon and the Marathon des Sables.\nJOIN THE RELAXED RUNNING MEMBERSHIP\nhttps://www.relaxedrunning.com/members\nEPISODE OUTLINE:\n00:00 Introduction and Unexpected Race in Australia\n02:56 Charlie's Running Journey and Overcoming Addiction\n09:05 The Power of Running and Suffering with Purpose\n19:53 Transferring Addiction to Running\n21:05 Addiction and Self-Improvement\n22:12 Criticism and Fear from Others\n23:41 Cutting Anchors Loose\n24:34 Attraction Over Promotion\n25:03 Self-Abuse and Growth\n26:01 Chosen Suffering\n26:30 Equipping Yourself for Unchosen Suffering\n27:00 The Benefit of Pushing Through Discomfort\n28:22 Navigating Life's Curveballs\n29:19 Finding Peace in Hardship\n30:13 The Joy of Overcoming Challenges\n31:09 The Importance of Experience\n32:06 Getting Through Hard Moments\n33:00 The Trick to Overcoming Challenges\n34:00 The Power of Perspective\n35:24 Curiosity and Growth\n36:23 Adapting to Life's Changes\n37:52 Finding Calm in Difficult Moments\n38:59 Embracing Challenges and Uncertainty\n39:56 The Value of Perspective\n41:48 Revealing Your True Self in Difficult Times\n42:40 The Mental Victory of Commitment\n44:29 Finding Joy in Health and Fitness\n\nTAKEAWAYS\nAddiction and obsessive traits can be both a challenge and a strength.\nCriticism and fear from others may stem...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/rZRiXnnPxgimNX9Cd66PRvQ0BNLOycBU4PLLGhjQnvc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/Lzk5OTYvMTY5OTIz/MjMwNy1hcnR3b3Jr/LmpwZw.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}