FROM CAIRO TO CAPE TOWN: 12,500KM OF CYCLING FOR A CAUSE: The Human Side of Grit with Michael Ogg

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"In the desert there are no campsites and not much water, so no such thing as a shower. The wind was really howling... When we camped, everything just blew away. Very quickly a stomach bug started going through the group, and when that happens, you just know your turn is coming up... But when you set yourself a goal, yes, it is going to be tough, but it's also going to be fun. That's the thing about grit - defining your purpose really helps to build the resilience to make sure that you can do it. Three and a half months and 12,500 kilometers later, we rode into Cape Town."

In this inspiring episode of The Grit Reapers, we sit down with Michael Ogg, community builder extraordinaire and adventure cyclist, who shares his incredible journey of cycling from Cairo, Egypt to Cape Town, South Africa – a staggering 12,500 kilometers across the African continent.

What You'll Hear:

🩷 How a one-day charity ride sparked an epic adventure across an entire continent

🩷 The physical and mental challenges of cycling through deserts, mountains, and border crossings

🩷 Why having both internal and external motivations is crucial for completing seemingly impossible goals

🩷 The power of community and how strangers become family when facing shared challenges

🩷 How Michael's cycling adventure launched a charity that has raised millions for orphaned children in Africa

🩷 The unexpected obstacles – from sandstorms and stomach bugs to desert navigation – that test true resilience

🩷 The lasting impact that turned a grueling physical challenge into a legacy of hope

Michael shares his philosophy on perseverance with this powerful insight: "Defining your purpose really helps to build the resilience to make sure that you can do it. There are basically two drivers - that internal driver when you set yourself a goal, and that external purpose of knowing you're doing this for a good reason." His story demonstrates how combining personal challenge with meaningful purpose creates the perfect formula for extraordinary achievement.

Whether you're an entrepreneur facing business obstacles, seeking motivation for your next big challenge, or simply in need of an adventure story that will transport you across Africa, this episode offers a masterclass in determination, community-building, and turning ambitious dreams into reality.

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