Episode #28: Mark Bottenhorn-From Crippling Anxiety to Champion Ultra Marathon Runner

The Brock Cannon Podcast

In this episode, we dive into the routines, habits, and mental toughness habits of a true champion, Mark Bottenhorn. Mark is not only incredible in what he accomplishes in his running endeavors, but in his ability to coach 48 athletes, hold down a full time job in marketing, training 80+miles per week, and being there for his family.

But he wasn't always this way. At age 20, Mark had crippling anxiety, depression, and low self confidence despite being a successful soccer player at a high level. He was uncomfortable in social situations and in public. Now, 10 years later, he's a powerful advocate in the mental health community and an inspiration to thousands of people.

This is an episode you will pull a great deal of value out of.

Enjoy!

Mark Bottenhorn is a professional mountain, ultra, trail and OCR athlete living in Dallas,Texas. He spends his free time with his wife, Brittany and 8 month old daughter, Maya. Mark works with dozens of endurance athletes ranging from first timers to elites on his coaching platform, Run Strong Coaching.Mark has numerous wins, course records and accolades including landing on the North American top performances list at the 50k distance two years in a row.

Instagram: @bottenhornrunning

Website: http://www.markbottenhorn.com/