Marc Sanderson: Running Through Life's Challenges
Episode Overview
Running can be a powerful outlet for coping with stress and adversity. Community support plays a crucial role in maintaining mental resilience. Setting goals helps push through obstacles and achieve success. Family involvement can enhance the running experience. Having a support system is essential for overcoming challenges.
You're stronger than you think you are.
Running has always been more than just a sport for Marc Sanderson. In this episode of Addict II Athlete, Coach Blu Robinson sits down with Marc, a seasoned runner and fire chief, to discuss how running has shaped his life and helped him cope with stress and adversity. Marc shares his journey from running marathons to tackling ultra runs, including his experience with a cancer diagnosis and how running became his outlet for mental resilience.
Marc’s story is a testament to the power of community support and the mental strength developed through running. He talks about his early days of running marathons with his wife Jessica as their alone time, and how it eventually became a crucial part of his life. From his first marathon in St. George to ultra races like the Squaw Peak 50-mile race, Marc’s determination and love for running shine through.
The conversation also touches on the importance of having a support system and how Marc’s running community has played a significant role in his journey. Whether it’s coaching others or leaning on friends during tough times, Marc emphasises that you’re stronger than you think and that having a goal can push you through any obstacle. If you’re looking for an inspiring story about overcoming challenges and finding mental clarity through physical activity, this episode is a must-listen.
Marc’s experiences offer valuable lessons on resilience, the importance of community, and the mental health benefits of staying active. So, lace up your running shoes and get ready to be inspired by Marc Sanderson’s incredible journey.