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  • The Mind of a Barkley Finisher: Nickademus de la Rosa Tells All

The Mind of a Barkley Finisher: Nickademus de la Rosa Tells All

Monday 3rd February 2025

Nickademus de la Rosa shares his journey through the Barkley Marathons and offers insights into mental performance on Recovery Road Runners.
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Unleashing the Beast: Nickademus de la Rosa on Conquering the Barkley Marathons

Episode Overview

  • Nickademus shares his journey in ultrarunning and his accomplishments.
  • Insights into what it takes to finish the Barkley Marathons.
  • The role of mental performance consulting in achieving peak performance.
  • Practical advice for overcoming psychological barriers in running.
  • Entertaining and inspiring stories from Nickademus's running experiences.
I have the freedom to run this hill the slowest that anyone has ever ran this hill.
If you're into ultrarunning or just love a good story of human endurance, this episode of Recovery Road Runners is a must-listen. Amber Graziano Cano sits down with Nickademus de la Rosa, one of the few people to conquer the infamous Barkley Marathons. Known for his incredible mental strength and physical endurance, Nickademus shares his journey from finishing gruelling races like the Western States 100-mile endurance run and the Badwater 135 to his unique approach to mental performance consulting.
He delves into what it takes to push through the toughest moments on the trail and how he helps others achieve their best performance. Alongside these tales of triumph, Nickademus offers practical advice for anyone looking to improve their mental game, whether in running or life. It's not all serious though – there are plenty of light-hearted moments and anecdotes that make this episode both entertaining and inspiring.
So, if you need a dose of motivation or just want to hear about what it takes to finish one of the world's hardest races, tune in and get ready to be amazed by Nickademus's story.