Spartan Race founder called today’s guest “The Amelia Earhart of Obstacle Course Racing”.

Margaret Schlachter was the first professional female Obstacle Course Racer, achieving podium finishes and competing in the world’s gnarliest races, which included running with live chickens and 24hour+ events.

Margaret didn’t set out to quit her job and follow her passion for sport professionally, it just happened!

Now Margaret runs her own brand and podcast called Dirt In Your Skirt, and works for the Mud Run Guide.

Margaret shares 10 mindset tips that have helped her out of dark places, re-discover her motivation and stay focused.