OTR Classic | Erin from Will Run For Podcast | Breast Cancer Awareness Month

In this OTR Classic, Erin from the Will Run For Podcast shares her journey with breast cancer, discussing her diagnosis, treatment, and the importance of community support. She reflects on her running background, the challenges of living with metastatic cancer, and how the running community has played a vital role in her healing process. Erin emphasizes the need for self-advocacy in healthcare and the significance of maintaining an active lifestyle despite her diagnosis. The conversation highlights the power of connection and support in facing life's challenges. In this conversation, Erin shares her journey of living with stage four cancer while training for marathons. She discusses the differences between the cancer community and the running community, emphasizing the need for support and understanding from both sides. Erin highlights the importance of advocating for one's health and the challenges of training through adversity. She also shares her fundraising efforts for cancer research and the significance of community support in her journey.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Erin Pets and Breast Cancer Awareness07:12 Erin's Running Journey and Community Connection10:21 The Transition from Casual to Committed Runner13:17 The Role of Community in Running16:12 Experiences with Races and the DNF Philosophy19:17 Facing Cancer: Erin's Diagnosis and Journey22:09 Understanding Symptoms and Advocacy for Health25:03 The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Health29:57 Understanding Metastatic Breast Cancer43:14 The Intersection of Cancer and Running Communities51:17 Training Through Treatment: A Marathoner's Journey01:00:46 The Marathon Duck and Race Day Plans01:02:07 Facing Challenges: Erin's Journey to Dopey01:04:13 Support Systems: The Role of Caregivers01:05:41 Future Races and Aspirations01:09:07 Community Connections and Podcasting01:16:00 Advocacy and Health AwarenessMy Race Tatt's - Check out My Race Tatts and support the pod when you buy your next set by using our My Race Tatt's Link.Strava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support usThreadsEmail us at [email protected]'t Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!