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EPISODE · Jun 8, 2026 · 30 MIN

Why Conquering Yourself Matters More Than Conquering The Mountain With Dr. Jack Groppel

from EPIC Begins With 1 Step Forward

In this deeply inspiring episode of Epic Begins With 1 Step Forward, Zander Sprague sits down with performance expert, author, and leadership pioneer Dr. Jack Groppel, who talks about the beauty of conquering yourself through resilience, reinvention, and purpose. From a painful childhood and relentless drive for achievement to becoming a nationally recognized tennis coach, sports scientist, entrepreneur, and speaker, Jack shares the powerful story behind his memoir Mountains Within. Together, they discuss failure, perseverance, identity, and the danger of tying self-worth solely to achievement. Jack also reflects on summiting Mount Kilimanjaro with his adopted son after multiple knee replacements—and the realization that the real mountain wasn’t external, but internal. This conversation is a moving reminder that epic journeys are less about conquering the world and more about becoming who you were meant to be.EpicBegins.comFree E-book – https://dl.bookfunnel.com/afk096okroApply to be a Guest on My TV show – https://www.epicchoicemedia.com#EPICBeginswith1StepForward, #ZanderSprague, #MountKilimanjaro, #SportsScience, #SelfWorth

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