David Goggins’ fame and influence in the world of fitness has skyrocketed in recent times. Most fitness fanatics have probably seen some of his motivational speeches, whether live or on social media. But how did Goggins gradually become one of the world’s leading motivational speakers? Here are some key reasons.
His Background Defined Him
As a child, Goggins had so many obstacles. He had a difficult relationship with his father and grew up in a poor neighborhood. Goggins was also the subject of much racism. And if that wasn’t enough, he dealt with learning difficulties and weight problems.
At some point, Goggins decided to get fit and serve his country. He enlisted into the US Air Force, before eventually becoming a Navy SEAL. This experience profoundly impacted his ability to persevere through any hurdle moving forward.
Building a Strong Mentality
One of Goggins’ key principles is to fight the urges of comfort (for example, not wanting to get up in the morning to run). Some of his major steps to greatness include accountability, self-discipline, and stepping outside of one’s comfort zone.
An Endurance Expert
After overcoming obesity, Goggins to his fitness regimen to the next level and became a successful endurance athlete. He has run in many extreme conditions and has completed various ultramarathons too.
One of Goggins’ most praised inventions is the 4x4x48 Challenge. This is basically when every four hours, you run for four miles in a 48-hour window.
Sharing His Philosophy with the Masses
In recent times, David Goggins has shared his ideas in his bestseller autobiography, “Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds.”
But Goggins also knew that he had a way with words, and capitalized on this through social media. He has used Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube to share all kinds of motivational speeches and exercise insights with millions around the globe.
Goggins has also been a guest speaker at numerous conferences, while also using interviews and podcasts to share his messages of perseverance and determination.