One Smart Step at a Time: How Dallas Seavey Became the Youngest Iditarod Champion [Episode 6]

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The Iditarod is often called “The Last Great Race on Earth.” Spanning 1,000 miles of Alaska’s most beautiful and brutal terrain, the race tests mushers’ physical, mental, and emotional fortitude like no other event in history. Dallas Seavey was not only the youngest person to ever win the race -- he has won it four times. Though dog-sled racing was a family affair, he initially had Olympic aspirations in wrestling. Rising through the ranks of state and national competition, Seavey was at the Olympic training center in Michigan when, at age 19, one too many concussions abruptly ended his career.

With his Olympic dreams dashed, Dallas returned home to Alaska and eventually to mushing. Dallas shares about his journey from a sport that is mentally and physically challenging, to one that is primarily emotional. Leading a team without a common language required immense growth in empathy, connectivity, and trust. Whether racing against his dad or the elements, Dallas’ strategy is to take one smart step at a time trusting his training and his instincts to get him to the finish line.

Recent false doping accusations have compelled Dallas to advocate for changes in dog-sled racing to protect all parties. In the end, his notable integrity brought others to his defence and he continues to campaign for advancements in the sport.

Learn more here: https://www.hopesports.org/one-small-step-at-a-time/

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