Journey to Ironman with Scott King


Have you ever faced what you believe to be an insurmountable obstacle? Scott King's highest weight was 552 pounds. Scott set a "unicorn goal" for himself, and through training for an Ironman, he has lost over 200 pounds and undergone an incredible transformation. His story is incredibly inspiring and I know you'll enjoy this episode.


What we discussed:


  • His weight loss journey, unhealthy habits, and deciding to train for an Ironman (1:34)
  • Redefining health and body positivity (8:58)
  • His journey with overcoming hopelessness and how his life has significantly changed through weight loss and an increase in healthy activity (12:59)
  • The impact of weight loss on the quality of life and mental bandwidth (18:43)
  • The desire to be a healthy role model for his daughters (23:31)
  • His nutrition protocol (26:39)
  • Simplifying meal choices (31:07)
  • Macronutrient distribution and recovery for an Ironman athlete (36:54)
  • The importance of setting goals and sharing your story with others (40:56)
  • Taking small steps towards a large goal, and setting new goals instead of dwelling on past failures (44:57)
  • Encouraging healthy nutrition habits in his children (47:49)
  • Accountability (50:53)


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Robert Sikes

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