Run from the Norm
Run from the Norm
Run from the Norm
Run from the Norm | Episode 20: From Lost Luggage to the Appalachian Trail: An Adventure with Austin Reed
1 hour 3 minutes Posted Mar 21, 2025 at 1:40 pm.
No Gear, No Problem
The Adventure Begins
Trail Names and Traditions
Misadventures on the Appalachian Trail
The Lost Backpack Saga
Unexpected Aid Station Experiences
The Gear That Came Back
Meeting the Colorful Characters
Growing Up in Gooding
A Journey Through Sports
From College to Counseling
Battling Personal Demons
Medication and Mental Health
Exercise as a Healing Tool
Discovering Running
Adventures with Les and Ike
The Challenge of Gannett Peak
Lessons from the Edge
The Ultra Marathon Experience
Future Running Goals
Legacy and Life Lessons
Wrapping Up the Journey
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Austin Reed joins the podcast for a deep dive into adventure, resilience, and personal growth. From an 80-mile trek on the Appalachian Trail—where he earned the trail name No Gear after losing all his equipment—to scaling Wyoming’s remote Gannett Peak, Austin shares his wildest outdoor experiences. We also explore his journey from small-town Idaho to a career in psychology, his battle with depression, and how running became a life-changing force. With humor, heart, and a few unexpected twists (like an infamous aid station mishap), this episode is packed with inspiration and unforgettable stories.
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