By Land Podcast
An interview-based podcast exploring world of outdoor recreation. Topics include backpacking, thru-hiking, hunting, mountaineering, nutrition, conservation, personal development, and more. Each episode promises a refreshing and humbled approach to the outdoors and will leave you feeling encouraged to pursue the adventures you’ve been dreaming of.
By Land Podcast
#173 From 100 Miles to Full-Time Creator with Chad Lubinski
In this episode, I sit down with Chad to dive into his journey from a beginner hiker to a seasoned thru-hiker, ultra-runner, and outdoor content creator. We explore the moments that shaped his path, including his first 100-mile hike, overcoming mental and physical challenges, and his leap from a 9-to-5 job to full-time content creation. Chad shares his insights on balancing passion with work, avoiding burnout, and how endurance sports like ultra-running have influenced his approach to hunting and outdoor adventures. This episode is packed with honest reflections, valuable lessons, and inspiration for anyone pursuing adventure and creativity.
Key Takeaways
- 100-Mile Hikes Build Resilience: Reaching the 100-mile mark on a hike forces you to adapt and grow, making it a significant milestone for backpackers.
- Mentorship Accelerates Learning: Observing experienced hikers can help you fast-track your progress and avoid common mistakes.
- Compartmentalization Prevents Burnout: Separating content creation from personal adventures helps maintain a healthy relationship with the outdoors.
- Endurance Sports Enhance Mental Toughness: Ultra-running taught Chad how to endure discomfort and maintain focus during long hunting trips.
- Pursuing Passion Requires Discipline: Whether it's creating content or pursuing outdoor goals, success comes from building habits and embracing the hard moments.
Show Notes and Links
- Intro and Catching Up
- The Waterfall Controversy and Preferences in Nature
- Chad’s First 100-Mile Hike and the Power of Mentorship
- Transition to Full-Time Content Creation
- Balancing Content Creation with Outdoor Enjoyment
- Avoiding Burnout as a Creator
- Overcoming Setbacks and Finding Motivation
- From Ultra-Running to Hunting: Lessons in Endurance
- The Reality of Hunting as an Endurance Sport
- Discipline, Passion, and Self-Discovery
- Chad's Instagram
- Chad's YouTube Channel
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