The Race That Taught Me Resilience—How I Pushed Through


Have you ever been in a moment where your body is screaming to quit, your mind is telling you to give up, and everything seems to be working against you?

I’ve been there—many times. And the truth is, it’s in that exact moment when resilience is built or broken.

I’ll never forget one particular ultra-trail marathon. The kind where your legs start to feel like they’re made of lead, and every step feels heavier than the last. I was deep into the race, exhausted, and seriously questioning whether I’d finish. My mind kept reminding me how easy it would be to quit, but something inside told me to keep going—one step at a time.

I wasn’t the fastest runner, nor the strongest. But I kept going. That’s when I realized resilience isn’t about how hard you can hit; it’s about how hard you can keep pushing when everything in you says to stop. That day, I crossed the finish line not because I had more strength but because I chose not to give up.

That’s what resilience is all about, whether running a race, leading a business, or navigating personal challenges. The tough ones are not the easy days that make us strong. It’s when you push through the pain, doubt, and fatigue. That’s where real growth happens.

I want to challenge you to build your resilience starting today.

What’s one challenge you’re currently facing?

One obstacle that’s been testing you?

It could be in your business, personal life, or even a goal you’ve been avoiding.

Ask yourself: How can I shift from surviving this challenge to thriving through it?

Here’s my offer: Respond to this email and share your challenge. Let’s have an open conversation about how you can build the resilience that will get you through this and strengthen you on the other side.

I’m not talking about surface-level positivity. I’m talking about actual, actionable steps that will turn your current obstacles into a foundation for future growth.

Resilience isn’t a destination—it’s a journey. And it’s a journey we don’t have to take alone. Let’s build that strength, one step at a time.

Looking forward to hearing your story,

Be Resilient,

Kirby Ingles Professional Coaching Solutions

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