023 Arch to Arc with Chris Leek

World Record Holder, Chris Leek is the Fastest Man (Non Wetsuit) to complete the Enduroman Arch 2 Arc challenge. Only 44 athletes have ever achieved this challenge and of those only five have done it without a wetsuit. Chris Leek holds the fastest time in this category. Chris's WHY is very personal to him and it is what kept him focused throughout every moment of this gruelling triathlon. Chris shares why he chose this unparalleled challenge and takes us on his very emotional journey which involved running 87 miles from Marble Arch, London to Dover, swimming 21 miles across the English Channel and cycling 181 miles to the Arc de Triomphe in an incredible world record total time of 69 hours and 29 minutes.   KEY TAKEAWAY "Exercise is one of the biggest enablers for a healthy mind. It's proven to moderate depression, reduce anxiety, break down stress cycles and sharpen your mental ability. Overall, it's a powerful energiser. I urge you all to get active, be that a daily walk or a marathon, set yourself a goal and go out there and go and achieve it." ABOUT CHRIS LEEK An amateur athlete with no professional training, Chris attempted the Enduroman Arch  with just eight months' training. A challenge that usually takes three years to prepare for. Chris was inspired to take on this challenge for his father Dennis, who has both Parkinson's and Lewy Body Dementia and is cared for full-time by Chris's mother Linda. He is aiming to raise awareness and £1 million in sponsorship for three charities very close to his family's heart; Parkinson's UK, Lewy Body Society and Orpington's Saxon Day Centre.    CONNECT WITH CHRIS LEEK Instagram Facebook LinkedIn   ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a Coach, Mentor, iTunes #1 Podcaster, Mastermind Host, Speaker and Property Investor. Through coaching, Amy inspires and empowers entrepreneurial clients to discover the life they dream of by assisting them to make it their reality through their own action taking. Helping them to focus on their WHY with clarity uniting their passion and purpose with a plan to create the life they truly desire. If you would like Amy to help you focus on your WHY then please book a free 20 min call via www.calendly.com/amyrowlinson/enquirycall  Please sign up for the weekly Friday Focus newsletter at www.amyrowlinson.com CONNECT WITH AMY Focus on WHY Instagram Amy Rowlinson Instagram Amy Rowlinson Facebook Page Focus on Why Facebook Page Focus on Why Facebook Group Amy Rowlinson LinkedIn   HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.