This runner took a scary setback and turned it into a message of hope.

Dom Fusco is a health and wellness creator, coach, endurance athlete, and community builder based in Austin, Texas.

After surviving a sudden cardiac arrest in 2023, Dom made it his mission to help others strengthen their bodies, sharpen their minds, and deepen their faith to live healthier, stronger, and more purposeful lives.

Listen to hear about:

• How Dom’s faith influences his running and fitness
• Dom’s experience with sudden cardiac arrest
• The intersection of wellness and content creation
• Defining success beyond metrics

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