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

What this episode covers

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

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