Category: Motivation

Mindset Mastery: How Endurance Sports Inspire Personal Growth

by Chris Tubbs | Apr 20, 2025 | Motivation, Prostate Cancer, Public Media, Training | 0

Unlocking Resilience Through Endurance: Chris Tubbs on Mindset, Recovery & Personal Growth

In this must-hear episode, podcast hosts Tiffany Mendelson and Darryl Langley are joined by Chris Tubbs, a remarkable endurance athlete and prostate cancer survivor who transformed his life by confronting physical, emotional, and mental challenges head-on.

From a soul-shaking polar plunge experience to the mental conditioning required to face a cancer diagnosis, Chris’s story is one of unwavering resilience, mindset evolution, and the power of embracing discomfort.

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Rocky 50k – Ultramarathon Redemption!!

by Chris Tubbs | Mar 9, 2025 | marathon, Motivation, Races, Ultra | 1

Despite a disappointing DNF at the MCM 50K, the experience led to valuable insights and growth. Embracing a local trail race, I focused on mental resilience and self-awareness. Surrounded by a supportive community, I faced physical challenges while discovering my strength and adaptability. Completing the race filled me with joy and optimism for future goals.

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Life lessons from a polar plunge

by Chris Tubbs | Feb 23, 2025 | Motivation, Swimming, Training, Travel, Uncategorized | 0

During a holiday in Dublin, I participated in the New Year’s Day polar plunge, diving into the chilly North Atlantic. Despite initial panic from the cold, I learned to control my breathing and reactions. This experience taught me the importance of assessing perceived dangers in life and responding thoughtfully rather than instinctively.

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My first marathon swim (10K / 6 Miles)

by Chris Tubbs | Dec 30, 2023 | Motivation, Swimming, Training | 2

My first marathon swim (10K / 6 Miles)

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Moment in transition

by Chris Tubbs | May 8, 2023 | Motivation, Training | 0

I haven’t written a post in several months. Not because I’ve stopped training. I haven’t known how...

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A new ludicrous Ironman goal

by Chris Tubbs | Feb 2, 2023 | Motivation, Races, Training | 4

In January 2019, the goal of completing an Olympic distance triathlon was a stretch, but I was...

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Run Houston! 5K Surprise 4th Place

by Chris Tubbs | Sep 21, 2022 | Motivation, Races | 0

Determined to have an improved marathon result at my next Ironman race (Ironman Cozumel, November...

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Athletic Definition Podcast Interview

by Chris Tubbs | Aug 27, 2022 | Motivation | 0

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of talking with Coach Ray Z about my journey from sitting on the...

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Ironman 70.3 Eagleman Swim & Bike (Post 1 of 2)

by Chris Tubbs | Jun 16, 2022 | LandingPage, Motivation, Races, Travel | 0

Getting there – Cambridge, MD We considered driving to this one too, but it was just too...

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Unlocking a new level of endurance

by Chris Tubbs | Mar 21, 2022 | Cycling, Motivation, Nutrition, Running, Training | 0

Unlocking my endurance with nutrition

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Triathlon off-season training

by Chris Tubbs | Jan 24, 2022 | Motivation, Nutrition, Recovery, Training | 0

The off-season In the United States, triathlon season generally ends in early December (eg.,...

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Ironman & Prostate Cancer Surgery Recovery – the 1st Year

by Chris Tubbs | Dec 6, 2021 | LandingPage, Motivation, Prostate Cancer, Recovery | 2

As the 1-year anniversary (December 7, 2020) of my cancer-inspired radical prostatectomy...

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Ironman Florida 2021 – Lessons and Achievements

by Chris Tubbs | Dec 4, 2021 | Motivation, Nutrition, Prostate Cancer, Races | 0

Having a “test” race a few weeks before my A-race was a great way to “kick the...

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New Podcast Interview – Grow Up Wild

by Chris Tubbs | Dec 2, 2021 | Cycling, Equipment, Motivation, Nutrition, Prostate Cancer, Public Media, Races, Running, Training, Travel | 1

I had the best conversation with Kenneth and Dominique King on their podcast “Grow Up...

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Group Ride – Ironman Florida Race Prep

by Chris Tubbs | Oct 31, 2021 | Cycling, Motivation, Training | 0

We are one week away from Ironman Florida! I feel ready and am excited to take on the course...

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My prostate surgery recovery

by Chris Tubbs | Sep 27, 2021 | LandingPage, Motivation, Prostate Cancer, Recovery | 0

TLDR: I had prostate surgery in December of 2020 and I pushed myself hard to recover and regain my...

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The tension between pushing hard vs riding to plan

by Chris Tubbs | Sep 19, 2021 | Cycling, Motivation, Nutrition, Training | 0

As my next two Ironman races approach, the training volumes are increasing. Now, I’m running...

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3hr run with a new mindset

by Chris Tubbs | Sep 17, 2021 | Motivation, Nutrition, Running, Training | 0

Running has been the most challenging discipline of the three triathlon sports. I do it, I’m...

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