The pain cave

Courtney Dauwalter is an ultrarunning legend, her capabilities seemingly out of this world. Her recent win at Western States is just one shining example, she has been crushing it for years!

Her philosophy towards the "pain cave" is, I believe, a major factor in her phenomenal success. And her ability to express it simply in a minute-long interview with Rich Roll is particularly impressive and inspiring.

I often find myself avoiding the "pain cave" - in running, life, work, relationships, and in the pursuit of dreams. However, therein lies the issue - it's within the "pain cave" where the real work is done, and consequently, where the magic happens.