About this episode
Mike Rusby shares his inspiring journey of completing the Kokoda Track while battling Parkinson's disease.
In this episode of the Kokoda Track Podcast, Glenn chats with Mike, a remarkable individual who defied the odds to complete the Kokoda Track despite being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Mike shares his inspiring story of determination and resilience, from his initial doubts to his incredible achievement. Glenn and Mike discuss the challenges he faced on the track, including the physical and emotional struggles, and how he found support from his group and the local villagers. This conversation is a testament to the human spirit and the power of perseverance. If you've ever doubted your capacity to complete Kokoda, this episode will inspire you. This podcast is brought to you by Adventure Professionals . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Guest: Mike Rusby
Topics covered
- Parkinson's disease
- Kokoda Track
- determination
- resilience
- support
Keywords
- inspiration
- human spirit
- perseverance
- challenges
- emotional struggles
Sponsors
Adventure Professionals
Mentioned in this episode
Products: Kokoda Track
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