We love stories of personal transformation despite seemingly insurmountable obstacles. They’re testimonials to what being a Rugged Maniac is all about, and Steve Scutt from South Carolina has blown us away with what he has accomplished.

1. Regular company outings are boring

Kick things up a notch with a day filled with teamwork, challenge, and unrivaled fun. There’s mud, music and beer – not to mention  Dave from accounting letting out a victory cry as he shoots down a giant water slide toward the finish line. Can your company picnic top that?

Maniac Scott Johnson lost over 100 lbs in just two years by fully embracing a healthy and rugged lifestyle. As a self-proclaimed hater of running, this was no easy task. We were fortunate enough to talk to Scott recently and find out some of his weight-loss secrets and motivations!

Tragedy can strike at any moment, to anyone, without warning. No matter how physically strong or mentally tough you are, life has a way of testing you to see what you’re made of. How you respond in the face of that adversity can define who you are. Sometimes we come across a story of someone who personifies strength and what it means to be a Rugged Maniac, and Maniac Shannon Huff fits the bill – and then some. This is her story.