<p>Ken Rideout returns to the podcast to talk about his new book, Everything You Want Is on the Other Side of Hard, and the life experiences that shaped it. We discuss his rise from addiction and adversity to sobriety, business success, and a 2:28 marathon, plus his recent Austin Half Marathon win at 54. This conversation explores discipline, faith, identity, risk, and what it takes to build a meaningful life on the other side of hard.</p><p><br></p><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>00:00 Intro</p><p>01:30 The Other Side of Hard</p><p>02:58 Winning the Austin Half at 54</p><p>05:49 From Addiction to Endurance</p><p>07:46 Leaving Wall Street, Starting Over</p><p>12:04 The Marathon Breakthrough</p><p>15:41 Loving the Process, Not Just PRs</p><p>18:54 Family, Roots, and Perspective</p><p>23:38 Breaking Out of Your Environment</p><p>27:06 Insecurity, Recovery, and Growth</p><p>29:24 Marriage, Fatherhood, and Real Life</p><p>31:56 Cancer Scare and Perspective Shift</p><p>36:28 Faith, Weakness, and Identity</p><p>43:41 You Are More Than Performance</p><p>53:26 Build the Life You Want</p><p><br></p><p>ORDER KEN&#39;S BOOK HERE: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Want-Other-Side-Hard/dp/1668087057" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Want-Other-Side-Hard/dp/1668087057</a></p><p><br></p><p>ORDER MY BOOK HERE: ⁠<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210</a></p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW:</p><p>Become a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 25% off FOR LIFE ⁠</p><p><a href="https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition</a></p><p><br></p><p>IG: <a href="⁠instagram.com/nickbarefitness/⁠" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">⁠instagram.com/nickbarefitness/⁠</a></p><p>YT: ⁠<a href="youtube.com/@nickbarefitness" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">youtube.com/@nickbarefitness</a></p><p><br></p><p>This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal [health or profession] advice. Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN) is not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.</p><p><br></p><p>This podcast may not be republished without the written consent of Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN)</p>