Blu Robinson
MADMAX
Ultrarunner Taylor Spike
Ultrarunner Taylor Spike
Ultrarunner Taylor Spike
Monday 13th March 2023
Taylor Spike's journey from addiction to ultramarathon on Addict II Athlete Podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Running Through Recovery: Taylor Spike's Transformation from Addiction to Ultramarathon
Comfort is hiding after a lousy day at work to bust into a case of beer. Comfortable is overweight. Comfortable is Dilaudid, a buzz and a couch. There was a time in Taylor’s life when he went through the motions of addiction to cope. 'I didn’t have a pill problem, I had a pain problem'.
Ever wondered how running can change a life? In this episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast, Oregonian Taylor Spike shares his remarkable journey from battling addiction to conquering ultramarathons. Taylor didn't just run to stay fit; he ran to find himself. Once caught in the grip of addiction, numbing his pain with pills and alcohol, he turned to running as a way to face his struggles head-on. The transformation wasn’t easy.
Back surgeries and the lure of an easy escape through substances kept him on a rocky path. But Taylor discovered that the suffering of a long run mirrored his internal battles, helping him find clarity and strength. Now, he's part of an elite group of ultra-endurance athletes, completing a grueling 200-mile ultramarathon in under 60 hours. Taylor’s story is more than just about running; it's about resilience, self-discovery, and the relentless pursuit of a better life.
Tune in to hear how he swapped the comfort of addiction for the challenge of the trail, and how he now inspires others to overcome their own hurdles.