In this episode, I get real about something that’s been bothering me — elitism in running. Too often, some people act like they own the sport, breaking others down if they don’t meet their expectations or “standards.” Running should be about community, growth, and inclusivity — not gatekeeping. I also share my own New York City Marathon story, offering a bit of encouragement and race-day advice for anyone gearing up to run the 2025 NYC Marathon. If you’ve ever doubted your place in this sport...
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In this episode, I get real about something that’s been bothering me — elitism in running. Too often, some people act like they own the sport, breaking others down if they don’t meet their expectations or “standards.” Running should be about community, growth, and inclusivity — not gatekeeping. I also share my own New York City Marathon story, offering a bit of encouragement and race-day advice for anyone gearing up to run the 2025 NYC Marathon. If you’ve ever doubted your place in this sport...
03. Why Every Runner Needs A Thomas In Their Lives!
Bigger Than Running
33 minutes
5 months ago
03. Why Every Runner Needs A Thomas In Their Lives!
I have run 5 marathons so far, and I do not doubt that I will run many more. The common denominator across all those marathons has been my friend Thomas from @Believeintherun , who has supported, advised, and encouraged me through this journey. Put simply, I owe a lot to this man! Thomas, you're a gem in this community, and I wish everyone had a Thomas in their lives.
Bigger Than Running
In this episode, I get real about something that’s been bothering me — elitism in running. Too often, some people act like they own the sport, breaking others down if they don’t meet their expectations or “standards.” Running should be about community, growth, and inclusivity — not gatekeeping. I also share my own New York City Marathon story, offering a bit of encouragement and race-day advice for anyone gearing up to run the 2025 NYC Marathon. If you’ve ever doubted your place in this sport...
