Collin shares his journey from avoiding discomfort to embracing extreme endurance challenges, including running 18.5 hours from Vancouver to Whistler and his upcoming goal of completing seven marathons across seven continents in seven days on November 15th. Through powerful stories of resilience, he reveals how finding a deeper purpose and setting non-negotiable commitments can push us beyond our limits and unlock our true potential. Collin Zwickel is an accomplished investment advisor and avid runner from Vancouver who brings the same energy to his business and athletic pursuits. His passions for running, skiing, and giving back drive him forward.Now, he’s preparing for his biggest challenge yet: becoming the youngest Canadian to run seven marathons on seven continents in seven days as part of The Great World Race. He’s doing it for charity, raising funds through his foundation, Happy Kids, to support children in need. During his last fitness challenge, running 122 KM from Vancouver to Whistler he raised 77 thousand dollars for local children's charities. Collin’s a big believer in giving back, volunteering with organizations like Habitat for Humanity and the Vancouver Native Housing Society. His experiences in business and sport make him an inspiring speaker on topics like perseverance, leadership, and the importance of community. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx