Angie Manson
Angie Manson
Angie Manson with Billy Richards - Carrying the Weight
Angie Manson with Billy Richards - Carrying the Weight
Angie Manson with Billy Richards - Carrying the Weight
Friday 5th September 2025
Billy Richards shares his journey of endurance running, overcoming adversity, and raising awareness for veteran suicide.
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Episode Overview
- Billy Richards runs marathons carrying a 45-pound rucksack to raise awareness for veteran suicide.
- Despite severe arthritis, Billy completed numerous races, showing immense resilience.
- Billy's journey includes overcoming physical adversity with hip surgery.
- He uses endurance racing as a platform for charity work and emotional healing.
- Billy emphasises the importance of stretching and proper recovery in endurance sports.
Every time I do this, I also carry an American flag.
Ever wondered what it takes to turn pain into purpose? Meet Billy Richards, a Marine Corps and Army veteran whose story of resilience will redefine your understanding of grit. With over 900 races under his belt, Billy is not just an endurance athlete; he's a limit-pusher with a mission. Running marathons while carrying a 45-pound rucksack and the American flag, Billy raises awareness for veteran suicide and embodies the spirit of perseverance.
Despite battling severe arthritis and undergoing hip surgery, Billy's dedication to his cause never wavered. His journey through ultramarathons and Spartan races, even in the face of physical adversity, is a testament to his unwavering patriotism and commitment to giving back. Billy shares how he overcame the emotional baggage that veterans often carry and how he uses his athletic prowess to make a difference.
This episode is packed with personal anecdotes and insights into the world of extreme endurance, all wrapped in the inspiring tale of a man who pushes beyond limits. How do you find strength in adversity? Dive into Billy's story and find out!