Rich Farrell || Runners Only! Podcast with Dom Harvey
Episode Description
EP66 Runners Only! with Dom Harvey & Rich Farrell
I suspect you haven’t heard the name before. Rich Farrell isn’t famous, but he is one of the physically strongest men in New Zealand. Using his stage name “the madness” he goes to competitions and lifts boulders and logs, flips big tractor tires, those sorts of things.
He went through a lot of ups and downs before finding himself and then finding this sport that gave him focus and purpose.
He has never told his full story publicly before, so I thank him for the opportunity.
He only wants to share his journey in the hope that it can help other people.
This chat needs to come with a trigger warning. It does contain chat about depression and suicide.
Thanks very much to the legends at Radix Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. They make a whole range of awesome products at their state-of-the-art factory in the Waikato.
I’m obsessed with their protein and have one for breakfast every morning without fail.
Please check them out online and if you like what you see, support the legends that support the podcast: https://radixnutrition.co.nz/
Listen via Apple Music: https://rebrand.ly/RunnersOnly_Apple Listen via Spotify: https://rebrand.ly/RunnersOnly_Spotify
Who should be on the podcast next? Message Dom Instagram: @domharveynz Email: [email protected]
Video produced by: Dougie Mackie / @dougiemackie https://www.instagram.com/dougiemackie/?hl=en https://www.dougiemackie.com
If you enjoyed the podcast and would like for your business to sponsor an episode, please email [email protected]
Brief Summary
Rich Farrell shares his journey from depression and substance abuse to becoming a top strongman competitor in New Zealand.
Key points
- The Madness Behind the Nickname. Farrell shares how his nickname 'The Madness' originated from his training style inspired by wrestling legends.
- A Life-Changing Moment. Farrell recounts a near-fatal overdose that led him to reevaluate his life and mental health.
- Finding Gratitude. He learned to appreciate life after a near-death experience, practicing gratitude daily.
- The Impact of Loss. Losing his brother at a young age became a catalyst for his struggles with depression.
- A Journey of Self-Discovery. After hitting rock bottom, he began a journey of self-help and spirituality.
- Finding Balance. He emphasizes the importance of sleep, cooking, and gym for recovery.
Ask about Dom Harvey
Episode highlights
- The Madness Behind the NicknameFarrell shares how his nickname 'The Madness' originated from his training style inspired by wrestling legends.“Macho Man was the madness, and that’s just the way I trained.”0:31Apr 6, 2023
- A Life-Changing MomentFarrell recounts a near-fatal overdose that led him to reevaluate his life and mental health.“I can’t leave these little kids; they look up to me.”21:21Apr 6, 2023
- Finding GratitudeHe learned to appreciate life after a near-death experience, practicing gratitude daily.“I’m grateful every morning to wake up.”27:52Apr 6, 2023
- The Impact of LossLosing his brother at a young age became a catalyst for his struggles with depression.“That had quite a big effect on me.”33:39Apr 6, 2023
- A Journey of Self-DiscoveryAfter hitting rock bottom, he began a journey of self-help and spirituality.“I just need to start thinking properly.”39:53Apr 6, 2023
- Finding BalanceHe emphasizes the importance of sleep, cooking, and gym for recovery.“Sleep was number one for recovery.”42:24Apr 6, 2023
- Reconnecting with FriendsAfter a tough period, he slowly reconnects with friends and rebuilds his life.“I started to reconnect with a few friends.”43:13Apr 6, 2023
- The Beach TransformationMoving to the beach catalyzed his personal growth and mental health improvement.“Being at the beach just catapulted my growth.”44:26Apr 6, 2023
