EVERY JOURNEY BEGINS WITH COURAGE

Welcome to Legend of the Death Race, where we inspire and guide endurance athletes on their journey to becoming legends. Originally a blog to hold ourselves accountable while training for the Death Race, we've since grown into a community that offers a wealth of resources, including a bestselling book, podcast, and curated collection of obstacle and endurance-related information. Our mission is to help athletes of all levels build mental toughness, push their limits, and conquer the most extreme endurance events, such as the Death Race, Tough Mudder, and Spartan Race. With our inspiration, education, and practical tips, you can gain the courage to start, the power to overcome, and the wisdom to learn from your mistakes and successes. Join our community today and start your journey to becoming a legend.

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Dancing with Death (and the Dow): Enduring Through the Crash

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When “The Hard Way” Isn’t the Smart Way

April 4, 2025 by Tony Matesi Read More Motivation

The Privilege of Chosen Suffering: Lessons from the Death Race and Beyond

April 1, 2025 by Tony Matesi Read More Death Race, Motivation

No Finish Line: How Building a Startup Feels a Hell of a Lot Like the Death Race

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The Soulsborne of Suffering: How the Death Race and Soulslike Games Test the Same Spirit

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HEAR THE LATEST LEGEND

MY LEGEND BEGINS HERE

When I took on the Death Race for the first time, I had no idea what I was getting into. That year, I had to summon all the Courage I had just to start. The next year, after recovering from shoulder surgery, I had to rebuild my Power. And in my third and final attempt, I finally put it all together, drawing on the Wisdom I had gained to earn my official finish.

Now, I’ve shared my full journey in a revised and edited book, available in Hardcover, Paperback, eBook, and Audiobook—where I narrate the story myself. You can also read the original, unedited blog entries from each year:

If you're looking for inspiration, lessons learned, or just a wild endurance story, dive into the blog. And if you want to explore other legendary tales of Courage, Power, and Wisdom, join the book club.

The Death Race changed me. Maybe my story can help you on your own path to becoming a legend.

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