Are You Using Fear as Fuel? | Nick Klingensmith
This episode is one of the most raw and inspiring conversations I’ve ever had. I’m sitting down with Nick Klingensmith, a guy who’s been through more than most of us can fathom. He is a four-time cancer survivor, Type 1 diabetic, recovering alcoholic, and obstacle course racing beast. But here’s the kicker: it’s not what he’s been through that defines him; it’s how he shows up every single day.
Nick’s story isn’t just about survival; it’s about thriving with purpose. We dive into what it really means to embrace vulnerability and confront ego head-on. You’ll hear how Nick turned fear into fuel, tackled nearly 100 Spartan Races, and reframed his mindset to achieve what most people would call impossible.
This isn’t just another feel good story, it’s a wake up call to stop letting fear hold you back. If you’re tired of playing small, if you’re ready to push past your limits, or if you just need that spark to reignite your purpose, this episode will hit you right where it counts.
Let’s go ALL IN.
We Meet: Nick Klingensmith, Stride Motivation, LLC
Episode References:
Sufferfest - https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/sufferfest
Nick’s Book - https://www.stridemotivation.com/through-the-fire
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About Nick:
After being thrown out of a Las Vegas hotel in a drunken haze, jeopardizing his career and relationships, Nick Klingensmith had to make a change. A 4-time cancer survivor, type-1 diabetic, and recovering alcoholic with herniated discs, nerve damage and sleep apnea, he defies it all when he finds Obstacle Course Racing. Refusing to accept his limitations, he’s completed over 100 Spartan Races, 6 Major Marathons, several Ultras and scores of other obstacle and endurance events. As someone who has walked the path of a sales professional, Nick is an expert in propelling other achievement-driven professionals and leaders to overcome fear and rejection and push past self-limiting doubts, by inspiring them to take purposeful action towards their goals.