Kit Ekman - "When you're down, go for a run"

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!Join Kit and Allison as they discuss Kit's deep-rooted passion for running that began in a pioneering running family of the '70s.Kit shares a fascinating journey through early childhood memories of marathon finish lines, high school wrestling leading to running, and college days running along Boston's Charles River.Discover Kit's accomplishments, including running the Boston Marathon nine times and creating a vibrant and supportive running community in Mobile, Alabama.Kit reflects on lessons learned, the significance of persistence, and the sheer joy of running in community.Learn about Kit's minimalist running routine, preferred races, recovery tools, and inspiring stories of pacing an ultra-marathon friend through a grueling 50 miles.This episode is an inspiring testament to finding solace, strength, and an unbreakable community through running.Kit Ekman - https://www.facebook.com/kit.ekman.5Downtown Runners United by Beers - https://www.facebook.com/groups/924245741471464Races MentionedBoston MarathonMarine Corps MarathonFirst Light MarathonBattleship 12kShout OutsFleet FeetMicaiah RockwellMarjorie RockwellSupport 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 me on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherSteve TaylorMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkAnna SzymanskiDave McDonaldKarla McInnisJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseCristy EvansSharonda ShulaNell GustavsonMeredith NationsAllyson SwannChris StrayhornKaren SaldivarStefan ClaytonRachael McRaeScott Thornhill