Listen "From Almost Run Over to Running the Show: Speed Bump’s Leadership Story"
Episode Synopsis
📺SummaryHe almost got run over at his very first F3 workout. That moment gave him the name Speed Bump—but instead of slowing down, he accelerated into a journey of fitness, faith, fatherhood, and leadership.Today, Speed Bump is not just showing up—he’s running the show. From losing 50 pounds and running half marathons, to launching Valley into one of the fastest-growing AOs in F3 Omaha, to learning how to lead at home and at work, his story is packed with lessons every man needs to hear.This episode is about more than workouts. It’s about what happens when ordinary guys face life’s speed bumps—and use them to build momentum.✅ Highlights:✅ How Speed Bump got his name (and almost got run over)✅ From 260 lbs to running 14 half marathons✅ Why the smallest act of welcome can change a man’s life✅ The mindset of never saying “no” to challenges✅ How launching Valley made him a stronger leader✅ The Diet Coke story: why little things matter in marriage✅ Preparing to send his daughter to college with peace, not fear✅ Carrying forward his father’s faith and legacy✅ How F3 brotherhood transforms loneliness into strength💬 Key Quotes:“If every man had my first-week experience in F3, none of them would ever leave.” “Khakis carried me back to the flag that first day — that welcome changed everything.” “At some point, you realize… it’s not about the workout.” “Every leader hits speed bumps. The key is turning them into momentum.”⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 – From almost run over to named Speed Bump 2:00 – First F3 workout at Oracle 6:00 – From 260 lbs to first pre-run 10:00 – Running half marathons & pushing limits 13:00 – The art of connecting with men everywhere he posts 14:30 – Losing 50 pounds and transforming his health 17:00 – Fitness, coupons, and why he never says no 19:00 – The mindset shift from participant to leader 23:00 – Launching Valley AO & stepping into Site Q leadership 25:00 – Brotherhood that heals loneliness 28:00 – Coffee, pre-runs, and how deep friendships form 29:30 – Family legacy: faith, brother, and raising daughters 33:00 – How F3 impacted his marriage and home life 34:00 – The Diet Coke story (and why small acts matter) 36:00 – Fatherhood lessons & preparing to send his daughter to college 40:00 – Practicing faith as a family & leading by example 45:00 – Vulnerability and the gift of male friendship 50:00 – How F3 leadership prepared him for work leadership 55:00 – Why brotherhood beats loneliness & despair 59:00 – Final reflections: gratitude, growth, and grace
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