Magic Mike
Mike Worley, AKA “Magic Mike” is a man of many talents, the funny guy amongst the MF’ers, not to mention the only one that is wide open and full of energy at 5:00 am. With careers in the entertainment industry as well as bail bonding, funny captivating stories are always a breath away. Magic Mike’s humble beginning in triathlon started a few years ago when running just wasn’t enough to keep his ADD at bay nor remove the endless supply of energy he had. Oh wow, look at that bird! (See what I mean?) Back to the story. Magic Mike heard of a triathlon taking place in Kure Beach and decided he wanted to give it a shot. With no formal training, triathlon club or road bike, MM signed up. With little understanding of triathlon, the words “double sprint” didn’t make him think twice regarding his decision. However, on the 2nd leg of the swim, yes, 2nd leg MM was cursing the day that he ever decided to sign up for such a crazy event and put himself in such a helpless situation. Upon completing the event and swearing that he would never do it again, MM found a volunteer and asked when the next event was. You could say that he got the bug, as he completed 3 more triathlons that year! Fast forward a couple of years, MM was not satisfied with the sprint distance and came up with the bright idea of doing the iron distance. The lore of long distance was forever on his mind and the idea of completing it was something that he couldn’t shake. He began his journey toward this elusive iron distance in February of this year by getting his degree in IT (intense training) and building toward his goal with each race. While all of this serious training is taking place, MM is always one to find a way to make it more tolerable and at the very least more funny. He loves the lifestyle and the sport and is a big encourager to those who are just getting their feet wet and starting out. His motto is “We never leave anyone behind, group training is just that, group training”. On the personal side, MM is known as “Daddy”. He is a single Dad to two beautiful daughters with whom he enjoys spending time with. He believes that any goal is attainable if you set your mind to it and do the work. It’s amazing what you are capable of doing despite the limits you or society has placed on you.
Day Job:
Deejay/Emcee/Owner of Edge Entertainment and Bail Bondsman with All American Bail Bonding.
Rank of S/B/R in order of favorite to least favorite:
1. Run - of the three disciplines, this comes the most natural. We have been running all of our lives since childhood. Not to mention the least expensive. A t-shirt, shorts and running shoes are all that’s required to feel the freedom that running brings!
2. Bike - this is the 2nd most natural discipline. There’s just something about getting on your bike and being able to ride for hours and enjoy the freedom of the outdoors. Oh and the occasional horn honking and the driver letting you know you are #1!
3. Swim - until fins, floaties or underwater James Bond like devices are allowed, this will be my least favorite. I am in no way a fish, and upon entering the water I realize I am at the bottom of the food chain. So it’s hard to get pumped up about trying not to drown all while swimming for your life!
Favorite Race:
I would say any race that I finish before the cut off time is my favorite. There are so many races in such awesome places that it’s hard to pick just one favorite. I will say though that any race Rev3 puts on is first class and one sure to make you feel like the Rockstar you are no matter when you finish!
Bucket List Race:
I guess the generic and expected answer would be Kona? While that would be incredible, realistically a bucket list race for me would be any race where everything came together on race day.
Favorite Post-Race Food:
Pre-Sarge, it was an ice cold Mt. Dew and Reese Cups.
Post-Sarge, it’s the sticky brown rice bowl with pressed tofu, edamame, carrots, broccoli, black beans and sprouts from EPIC.
Hobbies:
Beach, reading, music, concerts and knitting. (JK about the knitting, just making sure you were paying attention).
Favorite Movies:
Super Troopers, Good Morning Vietnam, American Gangster, Unforgiven
Celebrity Crush:
Jennifer Anniston…. She’s a bad ass AND available! If you are her relative, friend or agent let her know MM is interested. Our celebrity name would be “Mikanniston”. Nice ring to it huh?
Words To Live By:It's a waste of time to put fertilizer on a bad seed.
Twitter: @urontheedge
1. Run - of the three disciplines, this comes the most natural. We have been running all of our lives since childhood. Not to mention the least expensive. A t-shirt, shorts and running shoes are all that’s required to feel the freedom that running brings!
2. Bike - this is the 2nd most natural discipline. There’s just something about getting on your bike and being able to ride for hours and enjoy the freedom of the outdoors. Oh and the occasional horn honking and the driver letting you know you are #1!
3. Swim - until fins, floaties or underwater James Bond like devices are allowed, this will be my least favorite. I am in no way a fish, and upon entering the water I realize I am at the bottom of the food chain. So it’s hard to get pumped up about trying not to drown all while swimming for your life!
Favorite Race:
I would say any race that I finish before the cut off time is my favorite. There are so many races in such awesome places that it’s hard to pick just one favorite. I will say though that any race Rev3 puts on is first class and one sure to make you feel like the Rockstar you are no matter when you finish!
Bucket List Race:
I guess the generic and expected answer would be Kona? While that would be incredible, realistically a bucket list race for me would be any race where everything came together on race day.
Favorite Post-Race Food:
Pre-Sarge, it was an ice cold Mt. Dew and Reese Cups.
Post-Sarge, it’s the sticky brown rice bowl with pressed tofu, edamame, carrots, broccoli, black beans and sprouts from EPIC.
Hobbies:
Beach, reading, music, concerts and knitting. (JK about the knitting, just making sure you were paying attention).
Favorite Movies:
Super Troopers, Good Morning Vietnam, American Gangster, Unforgiven
Celebrity Crush:
Jennifer Anniston…. She’s a bad ass AND available! If you are her relative, friend or agent let her know MM is interested. Our celebrity name would be “Mikanniston”. Nice ring to it huh?
Words To Live By:It's a waste of time to put fertilizer on a bad seed.
Twitter: @urontheedge
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