Suzanne Clark - "Don't Compare Yourself to Others, it is a Thief of Joy"

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!Suzanne started running when a co-worker asked her to train for a 5K race. After completing the race and placing fifth in her age group, Suzanne became hooked on running. She then progressed to running half marathons and marathons, including the First Light Marathon, which was special to her because she has a brother with Down Syndrome. Suzanne also became a part of a Facebook group called I Run for Michael, where members could sign up to run for special needs individuals.Suzanne discusses her pre and post-race routine, favorite running items, and running fuel in an interview. Before a race, Clark prepares the night before by having everything laid out and setting multiple alarms to ensure she doesn't oversleep. She eats a light breakfast of coffee, toast, and banana, or Uncrustables or a peanut butter and jelly sandwich if it's a marathon. She warms up before the race, and after the race, she drinks a protein shake to recover and hydrate. Her favorite running item is the Nathan hydration vest, and her favorite running shoes are Newton Motion. She prefers ultra-long peak trail shoes for trail running and loves E-gels by Crank Sports for running fuel.Suzanne advises beginners to start slow, work their way up gradually, and invest in a good pair of shoes. Clark's current goal is to rest for the rest of the year and to participate in a 50-mile run and a 100k run in the future. Her favorite distance to run is a 50k trail. Clark has a few hobbies, including crafting, playing with her dogs, reading, and paddle boarding.Suzanne ClarkRaces MentionedAzalea Trail RunMobile First Light MarathonDo It In The BushMississippi 50kGasparilla Distance ChallengeCow Town UltramarathonRock N Roll New Orleans MarathonJavelina Jundred 100kBells in the Bayou Half MarathonShout OutsMelissa Auld - https://www.facebook.com/melissa.buehlerauldI Run 4 Michael - https://www.facebook.com/groups/irunformichaelAllison LaimeStephanie Gillis - https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.gillisRun-N-Tri - https://run-n-tri.com/TanyaSupport 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