The Apollo | Don’t Get Pressed | Ep 185

TF joins the studio and describes his Tough Mudder race

2:57:15 – 3:00:002:45 long

Guest TF arrives in the studio and breaks down his intense preparation and experience competing in a 15K Tough Mudder event.

At , guest TF arrives in the studio and joins Smac on set after completing an intense endurance competition. Smac welcomes TF to the show and immediately asks about his recent physical fitness accomplishments, specifically his participation in the Tough Mudder obstacle course event. Smac commends TF for taking on such a difficult physical challenge and invites him to detail the experience for the audience.

At , TF explains that he completed both a 15K Tough Mudder race and a 5K run. He describes running over ten miles through steep mountain terrain and cold weather conditions. TF reveals that he did not do specific mountain training prior to entering the race, relying instead on his baseline fitness and mental determination to push through the grueling elevation changes.

By , TF outlines the severe physical toll of the race, explaining that he began experiencing leg cramps as early as the second mile due to cold mud and freezing water obstacles. Despite the intense physical strain and lack of specialized preparation, TF explains that his goal was to test his mental resilience under extreme conditions. He concludes that completing the race provided a powerful mental and physical validation.

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