The Impossible Podcast

Matthew Hill and Austin Douglas

Welcome to The Impossible, the official podcast of Impossible Performance, where we explore humanity in the Face of Impossible challenge.  Our hosts Matt Hill and Austin Douglas are both cancer survivors who have faced The Impossible through near death experience, disease, PTSD, and addiction.  Since overcoming these challenges, they now use the principles they learned from these difficult experiences to Be Impossible and Do the Impossible in business and athletics.  Join us as we hear stories of those who have Faced the Impossible and learn how you can Be Impossible, building a version of yourself who is capable of overcoming any challenge you face...capable of Doing the Impossible! At Impossible Performance, we strive to build a global culture of strength, fostering a spirit of growth in constant pursuit of The Impossible. Thank you for listening and as always... Be Impossible

  1. Redefine your Identity to Overcome Addiction and Challenge - with Heather Beeson

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    Redefine your Identity to Overcome Addiction and Challenge - with Heather Beeson

    What if the key to breaking free from addiction isn't willpower alone... but completely rewriting who you believe you are? In this powerful episode of The Impossible Podcast, Matt and Austin sit down with Heather Beeson – professional powerlifter, recovering addict, massage therapist, and an inspiring force in the Monsters Bent Barbell community. Heather opens up about her raw journey: quitting cigarettes cold turkey with one decisive moment, battling heroin and alcohol addiction (including harrowing stories from pregnancy and near-misses), discovering the gym as her lifeline in recovery, rising to compete at elite powerlifting levels, and ultimately stepping back to prioritize long-term health and her work helping others heal through massage therapy. Key moments you'll hear: - The brutal leverage that finally sparked massive change ("Anybody can change with enough leverage... sometimes it's death staring you down") - How the gym became her sanctuary and path to rebuilding identity after rock bottom - Mindset & manifestation secrets: "The narrative we give ourselves... has the power to manipulate our bodies physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually" - Iconic line drop: "Whether you think you can, or you think you can't – you're right." (Henry Ford vibes meet real-life transformation) - Balancing passion for lifting with longevity, and turning pain into purpose by inspiring others This isn't just a recovery story – it's a masterclass in identity shift, resilience, manifestation, and turning your darkest chapters into fuel for building your Impossible Self. If you've ever felt stuck, battled addiction, questioned your self-worth, or needed proof that total transformation is possible... this episode hits hard and leaves you motivated. Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments below! ⬇️⬇️⬇️  Thank you for listening, and as always...Be Impossible! Join the Impossible community for exclusive perks: https://www.skool.com/impossible   Full links + more: https://www.impossibleperformance.com/   New merch drop: https://f7e312-2.myshopify.com/   Follow on IG: @impossible.performance @austin_strength @welcometotheimpossible Special thanks to Lifecykel Functional Performance – use code IMPOSSIBLE for 10% off! Subscribe for more raw, real conversations that push limits and redefine what's possible. Hit the bell 🔔 so you never miss an episode. Support the show

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Welcome to The Impossible, the official podcast of Impossible Performance, where we explore humanity in the Face of Impossible challenge.  Our hosts Matt Hill and Austin Douglas are both cancer survivors who have faced The Impossible through near death experience, disease, PTSD, and addiction.  Since overcoming these challenges, they now use the principles they learned from these difficult experiences to Be Impossible and Do the Impossible in business and athletics.  Join us as we hear stories of those who have Faced the Impossible and learn how you can Be Impossible, building a version of yourself who is capable of overcoming any challenge you face...capable of Doing the Impossible! At Impossible Performance, we strive to build a global culture of strength, fostering a spirit of growth in constant pursuit of The Impossible. Thank you for listening and as always... Be Impossible