EP 40 - Phillip Mcdonald
Phillip James Mcdonald, holder of the 24-Hour Boxing Bag record talks about the challenges he’s overcome and why he’s doing what he’s doing. We discuss his ups and downs, how he’s dealt with low-points, the importance of mental wellbeing, and the messages he hopes to convey with his record-breaking.
For all this and more, tune in to this episode of the M&M Podcast.
SHOW NOTES
1:08 The start of Phil’s story.
9:50 The reason behind the 24-Hour Punching Bag record.
12:48 Are you ‘crazy’ or just highly driven?
16:28 How to overcome challenges and not let your low points define you.
19:56 The importance of surrounding yourself with people who inspire you.
24:59 The main struggles of breaking the record.
30:08 Mental illness and positive and negative mindsets.
35:21 The power of community in creating support networks and building resilience.
38:33 What and who motivated you in the lead-up to and during the record break?
42:00 What is The Schaffa Foundation and what is their association with the message you’re wanting to convey?
49:26 What other records are you going to break and what are your plans for the future?
53:15 Advice for smashing your own goals- strategise, plan, and stay level-headed!
1:00:31 Finding your passions and finding your tribe.
1:01:26 What and who have you got to thank?
1:08:29 What’s next for Phil?
For all this and more, tune in to this episode of the M&M Podcast.
SHOW NOTES
1:08 The start of Phil’s story.
9:50 The reason behind the 24-Hour Punching Bag record.
12:48 Are you ‘crazy’ or just highly driven?
16:28 How to overcome challenges and not let your low points define you.
19:56 The importance of surrounding yourself with people who inspire you.
24:59 The main struggles of breaking the record.
30:08 Mental illness and positive and negative mindsets.
35:21 The power of community in creating support networks and building resilience.
38:33 What and who motivated you in the lead-up to and during the record break?
42:00 What is The Schaffa Foundation and what is their association with the message you’re wanting to convey?
49:26 What other records are you going to break and what are your plans for the future?
53:15 Advice for smashing your own goals- strategise, plan, and stay level-headed!
1:00:31 Finding your passions and finding your tribe.
1:01:26 What and who have you got to thank?
1:08:29 What’s next for Phil?