Grief 2 Growth

From Anxiety to IRONMAN: Adam Hill’s Shocking Rise to the World Stage!

Episode 201

Send me a Text Message

💰 to make a one-time donation visit to help cover my costs:
http://www.grief2growth.com/tipjar

Adam and are alike in that we both suffered from anxiety and feelings of inadequacy. When Adam hit bottom, he turned to athletics to pull himself up. He went from being out of shape to competing in a 2 mile swim, 100 mile bike ride, 26 mile run in the Ironman championship in Kona, HI

Adam Hill is the author of the book, Shifting Gears: From Anxiety and Addiction to a Triathlon World Championship, which chronicles his harrowing, inspiring, and sometimes-clumsy story of transformation, from the origins of a debilitating anxiety disorder to his battle with alcoholism to his rise to the top of the triathlon world stage. He is an elite amateur triathlete with multiple podium finishes and has earned the distinctions of USA Triathlon All-American and Ironman All World Athlete. He was featured in the NBC Sports series Ironman: Quest for Kona (2017), which chronicled his successful attempt to qualify for the Ironman World Championship.

Today, Adam is a business executive, coach, speaker, and author. Through his triathlon platform, Extra Life Fitness, he provides coaching, guidance, and resources to triathletes of all levels. You’ll often find him speaking about personal transformation and overcoming anxiety at company events, on podcasts, and in other media.

Adam's Website is:
ℹ️  www.adamhilltri.com

We talked about:

  • Adam's level of fitness and state of mind before becoming a triathlete
  • What it is like growing up with an anxiety disorder
  • Recovering from alcoholism
  • What it means to be an "anxiety superhero"
  • Saying goodbye to cheeseburgers

Visit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:

  • Guided Meditations
  • My book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)
  • My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved ones
  • Mini-courses
  • Mini-guides

Check it out at https://grief2growth.com/store

Do near-death experiences inspire you? Are you moved by the research showing we are more than our bodies?

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of near-death studies, IANDS has launched the Chrysalis Campaign. Join at the Supporting level or higher, or make a donation of $100 or more, you’ll receive a commemorative mug.

🌍 Visit IANDS.org and click “Give” to support this vital work.
 

What really happens when we die? And how can understanding near-death experiences transform the way we live?

Join nearly 1,000 attendees August 27–31, 2025 at the Hilton Oak Brook Hills near Chicago for four days of soul-stirring keynotes, healing practices, and conversations that expand your understanding of life, death, and everything in between.

Register now at Conference.IANDS.org
 

Support the show

🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education
👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)
📰 Get A Free Gift
📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call
📈 Leave A Review

Thanks so much for your support

People on this episode

Podcasts we love

Check out these other fine podcasts recommended by us, not an algorithm.