127: How Running and Community Saved Mitch Ammons From Addiction
127: How Running and Community Saved Mitch Ammons From Addiction
The Nick Bare Podcast
91 minutes
Hosted by Nick Bare
Sponsored by BPN

Episode Description

<p>Mitch Ammons didn’t just get sober—he rebuilt his life with relentless grit. In this episode, we unpack his journey from addiction and rehab to becoming an ultra-marathoner, successful real estate agent, and living proof of what’s possible with the Go One More mindset. </p><p><br></p><p>Mitch opens up about the lowest points in his life, the power of the 12-step program, and how fitness and community gave him purpose. This is a story of redemption, discipline, and choosing the hard path forward—every single day.</p><p><br></p><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>01:19 Introducing Mitch Ammons</p><p>05:05 The Ultra Marathon Experience</p><p>15:23 The Speed Project Adventure</p><p>27:34 Post-Ultra Marathon Recovery</p><p>33:53 Early Signs of Addiction</p><p>44:20 The Struggle with Opiate Addiction</p><p>48:02 Rehab and Relapse Cycle</p><p>59:09 The Turning Point in 2015</p><p>01:01:19 First True Attempt at the 12 Steps</p><p>01:07:12 Discovering Fitness and Running</p><p>01:09:42 The Journey to Becoming a Competitive Runner</p><p>01:16:49 Family Support and Personal Growth</p><p>01:24:09 Reflecting on the Journey and Future Aspirations</p><p><br></p><p>CONNECT: </p><p>Become a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 20% off FOR LIFE</p><p><a href="https://bpn.team/member" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://bpn.team/member </a></p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW:</p><p>IG: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickbarepodcast/episodes/instagram.com/nickbarefitness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">instagram.com/nickbarefitness/</a></p><p>YT: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickbarepodcast/episodes/youtube.com/@nickbarefitness" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">youtube.com/@nickbarefitness</a></p><p><br></p><p>Keep up with Mitch:</p><p>IG: @mitchammons</p>

Special Guests

  • Mitch Ammons