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For those unfamiliar, the 4-4-48 challenge was popularized by David Goggins, a former Navy SEAL and ultra-endurance athlete. This challenge tests not only the physical limits of participants but also their mental endurance. As I continued through the night, the exhaustion and the encompassing numbness from lack of sleep began to weigh heavily on me.
After a lively evening at a local pub post-run, it was time for the midnight shift. Awaiting the fourth run around 4 AM, I quickly realized I had underestimated the mental challenge of running alone in the dead of night. The comfort of my warm bed made my task feel monumental, but I persevered, motivated by the support from my partner and my followers.