David Goggins, born on February 17, 1975, is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL and an acclaimed ultramarathon runner, ultra-distance cyclist, and triathlete. He is also a motivational speaker and author of the New York Times bestseller "Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds." Goggins was inducted into the International Sports Hall of Fame and received the VFW Americanism award in 2018 for his service in the Armed Forces. #davidgoggins #seanstrickland #ufc303 Early Life Born to Trunnis and Jackie Goggins, David grew up in a challenging environment in Williamsville, New York. His father owned Skateland, a roller rink in East Buffalo, where David worked nights from a young age. After his mother left his abusive father, they moved to Brazil, Indiana, where David faced racism and bullying, contributing to his social anxiety and stuttering. Military Career David initially joined the U.S. Air Force, training as a pararescue candidate before switching to Tactical Air Control Party (TAC