Karey Miles: The Art of Type 2 Fun Podcast Host, Endurance Athlete, Advocate #38

✨ Support the Podcast ✨Today's guest is a passionate endurance cyclist, ultra runner, advocate for bikepacking, and the host of The Art of Type 2 Fun podcast. She has raced at an elite level in road cycling and serves on the board of Bikepacking Roots. After a life-altering accident involving a car while training, she transitioned away from road racing and found a new love for running, gravel riding and off-road adventures. In this episode, we dive into her journey through addiction recovery, endurance racing, and the mental resilience that comes with ultra-endurance sports.This is the second half of our conversation, so if you haven't already heard it, stop and head on over to The Art of Type 2 Fun podcast and listen to the first half.----------------https://theartoftype2fun.buzzsprout.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theartoftype2fun/https://bikeithikeit.comhttps://bikepackingroots.org----------------This episode is brought to you by:Squirrel's Nut Butter - https://squirrelsnutbutter.com/discount/ENDURANCE20 Use code "ENDURANCE20" for 20% off!Embark Maple Energy - https://www.embarkmaple.com Use code “EMBARK20” for 20% off!----------------(00:00:00) - Podcast Introduction, Sponsorships, and Membership(00:02:20) - Guest Introduction and Episode Format(00:03:15) - Mountain Bike Festival Experience and Industry Discussion(00:08:27) - Starting the Podcast: Motivation, Challenges, and Themes(00:11:33) - Niche Content, Collaboration, and Podcasting Challenges(00:15:35) - Podcasting as Performance and Guest Selection Process(00:24:06) - Social Media Management and Promotion Strategy(00:28:14) - Sponsorships, Brand Integrity, and Personal Connections(00:38:38) - Medical Journey: Physical Therapy and Self-Advocacy(00:48:39) - Navigating Healthcare System, Opinions, and Costs(00:56:09) - Frustrations with Virtual Care and Workplace Transparency(01:01:20) - Medical Appointments, Imaging Urgency, and Insurance(01:04:08) - Upcoming Events and Personal Goals(01:05:12) - Gila 100 Race Experience and Bikepacking Community(01:10:03) - Local Events, Training, and Future Race Plans(01:13:13) - Overseas Adventures and Embracing Uncertainty(01:19:23) - Life Confidence from Endurance Challenges(01:21:49) - Event Planning and Endurance Goals(01:27:55) - Building Community and Supported vs Self-Supported Challenges(01:29:41) - Upcoming White Rim Ride and Final Remarks----------------#endurance #bikepacking