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EPISODE · Apr 22, 2026 · 43 MIN

Hannah Riggs: Why Being Underestimated Became Her Biggest Advantage | Victortheinspiration

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Hannah Riggs, a Beast Games contestant whose story goes far beyond the competition. From being underestimated as the final female competitor to balancing life as a software engineer, professional dancer, and performance artist—her journey is a powerful reminder that people don’t always see the full picture.We dive into what it really felt like inside Beast Games, the mental pressure behind the scenes, and how being labeled “the smart one” almost hid her true strengths. Hannah opens up about the emotional challenges, the sacrifices, and the mindset it took to keep going—even when everything felt stacked against her.Connect with Hannah Riggs:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hkriggsly/Become the Victor | Complete Interview Series:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhuwnO_369gsaifZ0YkajPVDpTcN5hoOQThe Meaning of “Become the Victor”: To become the victor means to conquer your own story and to find strength and meaning in the bad and ugly seasons of life, turning your trials into triumph.My book, Become the Victor: Turning Trials into Triumph, tells my personal journey and offers guidance for anyone who feels stuck, discouraged, or unsure how to move forward. It is a reminder that “your greatest tests will become your greatest testimony.” My book is available online at Barnes & Noble, Amazon, iTunes, and Google Play Books. Get My Book Here:⁠https://victortheinspiration.com/blogs/book-links/book-links⁠You can directly go online at Barnes & Noble, Amazon, iTunes, and Google Play Books typing in the title “Become the Victor: Turning Trials into Triumph” or simply search “Victortheinspiration”. Connect with Me:https://www.instagram.com/victortheinspiration/My YouTube Channel:⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Victortheinspiration⁠My Life with SMA:⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXeepRh23LFqpR6iOdsaVjgYaeRX5u_eP⁠The people I serve are usually in a quiet battle. They’re the ones trying to keep moving forward while carrying something heavy — mentally, emotionally, physically, or spiritually. From the outside they look fine, but internally they’re questioning their direction, their confidence, or even their worth. Many feel behind in life, misunderstood, or unsure if they still have time to become who they thought they would be.My audience isn’t just one demographic — it is a shared experience. Some live with disabilities, some are navigating grief, anxiety, or burnout, and others are simply at a crossroads where the life they planned no longer matches the life they’re living. They’re not looking for hype or surface-level motivation. They’re looking for understanding… and proof that transformation is possible.So, Become the Victor exists for the person who feels stuck, but doesn’t want to stay there.They listen because they want to hear real conversations — not perfect stories about how someone has gone through uncertainty and came out wiser. The goal is that when the episode ends, they don’t just feel inspired… they feel capable of taking one step forward in their own life.The information on this podcast and the resources available are for educational and informational purposes only.

In today’s episode, I sit down with Hannah Riggs, a Beast Games contestant whose story goes far beyond the competition. From being underestimated as the final female competitor to balancing life as a software engineer, professional dancer, and performance artist—her journey is a powerful reminder that people don’t always see the full picture.We dive into what it really felt like inside Beast Games, the mental pressure behind the scenes, and how being labeled “the smart one” almost hid her true strengths. Hannah opens up about the emotional challenges, the sacrifices, and the mindset it took to keep going—even when everything felt stacked against her.Connect with Hannah Riggs:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hkriggsly/Become the Victor | Complete Interview Series:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhuwnO_369gsaifZ0YkajPVDpTcN5hoOQThe Meaning of “Become the Victor”: To become the victor means to conquer your own story and to find strength and meaning in the bad and ugly seasons of life, turning your trials into triumph.My book, Become the Victor: Turning Trials into Triumph, tells my personal journey and offers guidance for anyone who feels stuck, discouraged, or unsure how to move forward. It is a reminder that “your greatest tests will become your greatest testimony.” My book is available online at Barnes & Noble, Amazon, iTunes, and Google Play Books. Get My Book Here:⁠https://victortheinspiration.com/blogs/book-links/book-links⁠You can directly go online at Barnes & Noble, Amazon, iTunes, and Google Play Books typing in the title “Become the Victor: Turning Trials into Triumph” or simply search “Victortheinspiration”. Connect with Me:https://www.instagram.com/victortheinspiration/My YouTube Channel:⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Victortheinspiration⁠My Life with SMA:⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXeepRh23LFqpR6iOdsaVjgYaeRX5u_eP⁠The people I serve are usually in a quiet battle. They’re the ones trying to keep moving forward while carrying something heavy — mentally, emotionally, physically, or spiritually. From the outside they look fine, but internally they’re questioning their direction, their confidence, or even their worth. Many feel behind in life, misunderstood, or unsure if they still have time to become who they thought they would be.My audience isn’t just one demographic — it is a shared experience. Some live with disabilities, some are navigating grief, anxiety, or burnout, and others are simply at a crossroads where the life they planned no longer matches the life they’re living. They’re not looking for hype or surface-level motivation. They’re looking for understanding… and proof that transformation is possible.So, Become the Victor exists for the person who feels stuck, but doesn’t want to stay there.They listen because they want to hear real conversations — not perfect stories about how someone has gone through uncertainty and came out wiser. The goal is that when the episode ends, they don’t just feel inspired… they feel capable of taking one step forward in their own life.The information on this podcast and the resources available are for educational and informational purposes only.

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