002 | From Stoma Surgery to a Sub-3 Marathon | Esteban Garcia | @esti.run

In this episode of The Runs Club Podcast, Jonathan Healy sits down with Esteban Garcia to talk about going from stoma surgery and years of ulcerative colitis to running a sub-3 marathon.Esteban shares his full story, from a decade of severe symptoms, failed medications, and life-changing surgery, to rebuilding his body through running and becoming one of the fastest runners with a stoma. They discuss IBD, ostomy life, marathon training, mental resilience, running with a stoma, hydration, chafing, prolapse risk, strength training, and the mindset needed to come back stronger after illness.This is a powerful conversation about identity, recovery, ambition, and what becomes possible when you refuse to give up.To join The Runs Club Strava group: https://strava.app.link/s6IosxqIc2bInstagram: @the.runs.club @jonathanjhealy @esti.run