Not Too Late with Gwendolyn Bounds

At age 45,

Gwendolyn Bounds

heard an older man ask a young girl what she wanted to be when she grew up. Despite being a successful journalist and published author of a popular book, hearing that question ignited a fire in her soul. She went home and googled, “what is the hardest thing someone can do?” The answer that jumped out at her - Spartan racing.

What followed was an inspiring nine year journey about skill development, mental resilience, and personal growth that led to her becoming one of the best obstacle course racers in the world for her age category. It also created one of my best books I’ve ever read - Not Too Late.

In one of my favorite conversations I’ve ever had, Gwendolyn and I discussed the midlife assassin, crystallized intelligence, equalizers, finding time for what matters, mental states vs physical states, performance mindsets in multiple domains, innate signals as opportunities, dreams, flow, combating aging, community, family, communication, fulfilled living, and much more.

Her book and Substack account transcend obstacle course racing - they’re about pursuing your calling through the willingness to embrace unique challenges.

It’s never too late to listen to your soul.

Links to both of her powerful books:

Some of my favorite posts by Wendy:

Do you have identity flexibility? 3 questions to ask.

Part 5: 'Completion signaling' — how to make exercise non-negotiable

N2L micro-challenge: Seek a situation where you are definitely outmatched

You probably don't have enough muscle to age well. Here's how to change that.

Do you have leadership longevity? 3 distinct qualities can help — in your work & personal life.

"The Road to 90" — a no excuses workout for my mom on Mother's Day.