#27: Pushing Limits and Transformative Journeys with Aaron And Dr. Werner

In this episode, Aaron talks about his recent Labor Day weekend trip to Mission Bay Resort. He spent the weekend with his kids, enjoying the bay and working on home projects. He welcomes Dr. Aaron Werner to discuss Iron Man races, focusing on training challenges and mental strategies, including their experience with Tough Mudder and long-distance running. They also provide insights into the demanding physical and mental preparation for these endurance races, as well as the sense of accomplishment. Ultimately, they touch on pushing limits, teamwork, and life-changing experiences, expressing their determination to continue challenging themselves.HIGHLIGHTS: Aaron's Labor Day weekend at the safer Mission Bay Resort Dr. Aaron Werner discusses Iron Man races Insights into race training routines and mental strategies Post-race sense of accomplishment and euphoria Emphasis on teamwork's importance Preparation for endurance races, both physical and mental Transformation of life outlook and pursuit of new challenges SOCIAL MEDIA:Follow Dr. Aaron Werner at: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_werner_vision/Listen to his Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-insights/id1656082333 ✅Subscribe to Aaron’s Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2SL5iGQlGaTEbvsqpG_oIA*Get notified whenever Aaron goes post! ✅Follow Aaron Clippinger and The AC Method on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/theacmethod/TIME STAMPS 00:00: Prelude 00:09: Introduction to the new episode 01:07: What is Iron Man? 01:53: How long did it take from Dr. Werner's decision to start the race to his first Ironman? 03:12: Aaron’s training for his first triathlon 06:28: Boredom and running in silence 10:09: Maintaining the shape 12:27: Getting off the plane and getting into a fight 17:44: The start of the mudder 20:58: Running through the mud 25:05: Negotiating with yourself 27:39: The start of the second lap 30:48: Getting a high in the middle of a race 33:34: Got through lap three 36:37: Pushing yourself to the limit 39:18: How Dr. Werner got into the Ironman 40:46: The euphoria of winning a mudder 43:39: The journey leading up to the race 47:04: When is the high going to go down? 49:05: The importance of journaling during the race 50:55: Step above what you think you can pull off 52:51: It is more mental than physical 55:04: END Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices