John Calabrese - "You're not good enough, John!"

from Run Your Story Podcast · host Allison Gaillard

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!On the podcast, John shares how running began as an outlet during depression and divorce, evolving from ramping up in 2016 to his first marathon in 2017 and then ultras, where he found a supportive community and a sense of purpose.He explains lessons learned, staying true to personal goals, using past DNFs and even trash talk as motivation, and focusing on hard training and unglamorous work like PT, core, and gym strength to reduce injuries.John describes discovering Ainsley’s Angels after seeing a duo team at the Prince William Half, being recruited by Donald (now the rider he caregivers for), and advocating for duo teams’ visibility at races.He discusses favorite and redemption races (Barkley Fall Classic, Old Dominion 100), fueling and gear preferences (Welch’s fruit snacks, shoe rotation, reviewing for Believe in the Run), and finding joy in caregiving and running with his daughter.John Calabrese - https://www.facebook.com/john.calabrese.566Races MentionedBarkley Fall ClassicPrince William Half MarathonTaco Bell 50kOld Dominion 100C&O Canal 100Swami ShuffleAll StateHeart of the SouthGirls on the Run 5kThe Great Train RaceShout OutsAinsley's AngelsDonaldJillianSupport 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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