In this episode, I sit down with my friend Adam Freudenthal, former professional runner, ultrarunner, and cancer survivor, to talk about resilience, identity, and redefining performance after a life-changing diagnosis.

Adam competed at an elite level with ASICS Greenville Track Club Elite, running 14:15 for 5K and 1:05 for the half marathon. In 2020, he was diagnosed with testicular cancer and underwent surgery and intensive chemotherapy before being declared cancer-free later that year.

We dive into his journey through cancer treatment, the mental and physical challenges of returning to running, and how his relationship with training has evolved from high-performance road racing to a more sustainable approach and transition into ultrarunning. We also discuss burnout in competitive running, shifting identity after injury or illness, and how to build a healthier, long-term approach to endurance training.

If you’re a runner navigating setbacks, returning from injury or illness, or looking to build a more sustainable training mindset, this episode will give you perspective, tools, and encouragement for your own journey.

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See you on the next one.

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