David Goggins

Quick Facts

Full Name	David Goggins
Occupation	Runner
Date Of Birth	Feb 17, 1975(1975-02-17)
Age	49
Birthplace	Buffalo
Country	United States
Birth City	New York
Horoscope	Aquarius

David Goggins Biography

David Goggins is one of the most popular and richest Runner who was born on February 17, 1975 in Buffalo, New York, United States. Retired Navy SEAL who is renowned as an ultramarathon runner or cyclist as well as triathlete. He has competed in a variety of races and frequently acts as motivational speaker, addressing the best ways to conquer obstacles as well as reflecting upon his personal experience in the armed forces.

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Goggins initially applied to join the United States Air Force Pararescue. Goggins failed his ASVAB twice before succeeding and entering into ‘The Pipeline’ (Pararescue training). During the training he had been diagnosed with Sickle cell trait and was advised to stay home for a week, when he had returned to the doctor after a week, he has been told that he could return to the training, but the commander said he would have to do it all over again, he decided not to. He then proceeded to serve as member of the United States Air Force Tactical Air Control Party also known as TACP after completing successful training. Starting from 1994 Goggins served his time in TACP until 1999 and left the United States Air Force.

After three attempts, Goggins succeeded in graduating from BUD/S training with Class 235 in 2001 and was assigned to SEAL Team FIVE. Goggins served in Iraq. In 2004, Goggins graduated from Army Ranger School with the distinction of enlisted “Top Honor Man.”

He was was raised within Buffalo, New York. He was the son of Trunnis Goggins, was proprietor of Skateland roller skating rink in Buffalo.

David Goggins Net Worth

David Goggins is one of the richest Runner from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, David Goggins 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He started working as a SEAL in the Navy and made several assignments into Afghanistan and Iraq starting in 2001. He was the first person of the U.S. Armed Forces to complete SEAL training, U.S.Army Ranger School, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller training. He was discharged from the active service as Chief Petty Officer in the year 2016 and started his run career.

He was a famous athlete who set an international record for the highest number of pull-ups in a single day.

David Goggins (born February 17, 1975) is an American ultramarathon runner, ultra-distance cyclist, triathlete, motivational speaker and author. He is a retired United States Navy SEAL and former United States Air Force Tactical Air Control Party member who served in the Iraq War. He is the former world record holder for the most pull-ups done in 24 hours. His self-help memoir, Can’t Hurt Me, was released in 2018.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is David Goggins Dating?

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In 2008 he was named a “Hero of Running” by Runner’s World.

Facts & Trivia

David Ranked on the list of most popular Runner. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. David Goggins celebrates birthday on February 17 of every year.

On November 27, 2012, he completed 3,207 pull-ups in 12 hours, but had to stop due to an injury in his left palm.

Top Facts about David Goggins

1. David Goggins is a retired Navy SEAL and ultramarathon runner.
2. He has completed over 60 ultra-marathons, triathlons, and other races.
3. Goggins holds the world record for most pull-ups in 24 hours (4,030).
4. He suffered from childhood obesity and racism growing up.
5. Goggins’ book “Can’t Hurt Me” became a New York Times bestseller.
6. He uses his platform to advocate for mental toughness and self-improvement.
7. Goggins has raised over $2 million for various charities through his athletic feats.
8. He was awarded the “Distinguished American Award” by the National Football Foundation in 2019.
9. Goggins’ motivational speeches have inspired millions around the world.
10. Despite multiple injuries and health issues, he continues to push himself to new limits

Why did David Goggins leave the military?

During training, military doctors told Goggins he had sickle cell anemia — a blood disease — and gave him the option to drop out. “It kind of gave me a way out,” admitted Goggins. “I didn’t want to go back in the water, so I pretty much just quit.”

How fast did Goggins run 100 miles?

The ordeal left him with broken metatarsals in both feet and a case of kidney failure, but he did crank out 100 miles in less than 19 hours. Ten days later, he ran the Las Vegas Marathon in 3:08. And for ample measure, he entered the H.U.R.T. 100-Mile Endurance Run, one of the hardest ultras in the world.

How long was Goggins a SEAL?

While the retired 21-year Chief Navy SEAL was defending his country, he says he was rescuing himself. “To be a veteran is everything to me,” reports Goggins, 43, “[Serving] saved me from the person I was.” From 1994 to 1999, Goggins served in the United States Air Force Tactical Air Control Party.

Why is Goggins famous?

David Goggins is the former Navy SEAL most known for his ultramarathon performances, motivational speaking, and pull-ups —he set the world record in 2013 of doing 4,030 pull-ups in 17 hours!

Who is the baddest Navy SEAL ever?

1. Chris Kyle – BUD/S Class: 233. Kyle was the most lethal sniper in US history, and his life was adapted into a major motion picture. Kyle makes number one on the list of most famous Navy SEALs because his actions in Iraq raised the standards for what a SEAL is capable of.