Jack Hester - "Don't Compare Yourself to Everybody Else"

from Run Your Story Podcast · host Allison Gaillard

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!Allison interviews Jack Hester about his unique run story. Jack was never a runner in his early years and only began running in his late twenties and early thirties. After a while, he decided to sign up for a marathon despite never having run a 5k or 10k before. He trained using a program but did not do it with intentionality. The marathon was both a sweet and bitter experience, and Jack has only run two races in his life, a marathon, and a half marathon.Jack discusses the parallels between running and the Christian spiritual journey. He talks about the importance of knowing what you're doing and why you're doing it, not just going through the motions. He also addresses the issue of burnout and how comparing oneself to others can lead to self-defeat. Finally, Jack discusses the history of the term "burnout" and how it was first used in relation to machines.Jack recommends finding a community or someone with the same interest to get started, and how the Couch to 5K program is a manageable program for beginners. Allison and Jack also discuss the importance of celebrating with others and how running can be similar to the Christian life. Jack HesterRaces MentionedFirst Light Mobile MarathonRock N Roll Half Marathon New OrleansAzalea Trail RunShout OutsMars HillBrandy HesterJosh TaylorRunning with HopeEmily KingSupport the showFor more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support us on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkDave McDonaldKarla McInnisJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseKeith & Cristy EvansSharonda ShulaMeredith NationsAllyson LameyChris StrayhornKaren SaldivarStefan ClaytonRachael McRaeScott ThornhillSkye Guy

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