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The Size Up Episode 86 - Extreme Happenstance - Shannon
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In this episode, Pip interviews Shannon, a firefighter and extreme sports enthusiast. They discuss the challenges of balancing a career in emergency services with family life, the importance of having a support system, and the impulsive nature of their personalities. Shannon shares her journey into the fire service and her love for water activities, including scuba diving in Antarctica. They also touch on the physical demands of the job and the need for self-care. Shannon shares her experiences with extreme challenges, including scuba diving in Antarctica and stand-up paddleboarding. She discusses the training and preparation required for these activities and the support she received from her family and friends. Shannon emphasizes the importance of setting goals and pushing oneself outside of their comfort zone. She also highlights the joy of making memories and inspiring her children through her adventurous pursuits. Shannon shares her experiences of participating in the 80-mile paddleboard crossing from the Bahamas to Florida. She recounts her first attempt in 2021, where she faced challenges with her nutrition plan. In 2022, she attempted the crossing again and faced different conditions and nutrition challenges. Shannon also discusses her involvement in raising awareness for cystic fibrosis (CF) and her partnership with Flame Decon, a company that supports her fundraising efforts. She shares her training experiences and offers advice for those interested in paddleboarding or supporting her journey. This episode will have you asking yourself the question? What's My Size Up??? Because what you do off the job, MATTERS!!!!
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In this episode, Pip interviews Shannon, a firefighter and extreme sports enthusiast. They discuss the challenges of balancing a career in emergency services with family life, the importance of having a support system, and the impulsive nature of their personalities. Shannon shares her journey into the fire service and her love for water activities, including scuba diving in Antarctica. They also touch on the physical demands of the job and the need for self-care. Shannon shares her experiences with extreme challenges, including scuba diving in Antarctica and stand-up paddleboarding. She discusses the training and preparation required for these activities and the support she received from her family and friends. Shannon emphasizes the importance of setting goals and pushing oneself outside of their comfort zone. She also highlights the joy of making memories and inspiring her children through her adventurous pursuits. Shannon shares her experiences of participating in the 80-mile paddleboard crossing from the Bahamas to Florida. She recounts her first attempt in 2021, where she faced challenges with her nutrition plan. In 2022, she attempted the crossing again and faced different conditions and nutrition challenges. Shannon also discusses her involvement in raising awareness for cystic fibrosis (CF) and her partnership with Flame Decon, a company that supports her fundraising efforts. She shares her training experiences and offers advice for those interested in paddleboarding or supporting her journey. This episode will have you asking yourself the question? What's My Size Up??? Because what you do off the job, MATTERS!!!!
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