David Goggins facts for kids
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David Goggins
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| Born | February 17, 1975 Buffalo, New York, U.S.
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| Known for | Motivational speaking | ||||||||||
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| Allegiance | United States | ||||||||||
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| Years of service | 1994–1999 (USAF) 2001–2015 (USN) |
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| Rank | Chief Petty Officer | ||||||||||
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David Goggins (born February 17, 1975) is an American motivational speaker, author, and retired United States Navy SEAL. He is also an amazing athlete who competes in ultramarathons, ultra-distance cycling, and triathlons. David Goggins has written two popular books about his life. He was honored for his sports achievements by being added to the International Sports Hall of Fame. In 2018, he received an award from the Veterans of Foreign Wars for his service in the United States Armed Forces. His book, Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds, became a New York Times Best Seller.
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Early Life and School
David Goggins was born on February 17, 1975. He grew up in Williamsville, New York, with his parents and brother. His father owned a roller-skating rink called Skateland. From a young age, David often helped out at the rink, even working late nights.
When David was six, his mother left his father and moved with her sons to Brazil, Indiana, to live with David's grandparents. David's brother later went back to live with their father.
David started second grade at a small Catholic school. He found learning difficult because he had not attended much school before. He also had a stutter, which made him feel shy around others. During his school years in Brazil, Indiana, David faced unfair treatment because of his race. He remembers seeing hurtful words written on his school items and car.
Before starting high school, David attended a special course about becoming a pararescue jumper. His grandfather, who had been in the Air Force, encouraged him to go.
Military Career
David Goggins applied to join the United States Air Force Pararescue team and was accepted for training. During this training, he had a health condition that temporarily stopped him from continuing. Instead, he trained to be a United States Air Force Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) member. He worked as a TACP from 1994 to 1999.
Later, David decided to become a Navy SEAL. He joined the reserves and worked hard to meet the strict weight requirements. He lost 106 pounds in just three months to qualify for the training. David successfully completed the tough BUD/S training in 2001. After more training, he became a Navy SEAL and was assigned to SEAL Team 5. During his 20 years in the military, David Goggins served in places like Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2004, he also graduated from the Army Ranger School.
Helping Others
In 2005, some of David's military friends died in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan. This inspired David to start long-distance running to raise money for a good cause. He wanted to help the Special Operations Warrior Foundation, which provides college scholarships for children of soldiers who died in special operations. By competing in very challenging endurance races, including the Badwater Ultramarathon three times, David Goggins raised over $2 million for the foundation.
Amazing Running Achievements
David Goggins is known for his incredible endurance in running.
- In 2005, he ran a 24-hour ultramarathon in San Diego. He also finished the Las Vegas Marathon fast enough to qualify for the famous Boston Marathon.
- In 2006, he competed in the HURT 100 race in Hawaii. He was invited to the Badwater-135, a very tough race, where he finished 5th overall.
- That same year, David competed in the Ultraman World Championships Triathlon in Hawaii. This race is 320 miles long and takes three days. He finished second! He also took part in the Furnace Creek 508 in 2009.
- In 2007, David placed third in the Badwater-135. He returned to the race in 2013 and finished 18th.
- In 2008, Runner's World magazine called David Goggins a "Hero of Running."
- In 2016, he won the Infinitus 88k race in 12 hours. He also won the Music City Ultra 50k and the Strolling Jim 40 Miler that year.
- In 2020, he ran the Moab 240 ultramarathon, which is 241 miles long. He finished second in 63 hours and 21 minutes.
A businessman named Jesse Itzler was so impressed by David Goggins at an ultramarathon that he hired David to live with him for a month. Itzler wrote about this experience in a book called Living with a SEAL.
Books and Philosophy
David Goggins' first book, Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds, was released on December 4, 2018. In this book, he talks about his idea called "The 40% Rule." This rule suggests that most people only use about 40% of what they are truly capable of, even when they think they are trying their hardest.
His second book, Never Finished: Unshackle Your Mind and Win the War Within, was published on December 4, 2022. Both books encourage readers to push past their limits and achieve more.
Awards and Honors
David Goggins has received many awards and decorations for his military service and achievements.
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See also
In Spanish: David Goggins para niños
