This is lesson three of my “Get Started Running” series. Head back to lesson 1 and 2 to catch up on what you’ve missed.
In this lesson, I want to share a story of a runner that started from scratch. His name is Leo Babauta.
In 2005, Leo was a 60-pound overweight smoker when he first decided he was going to become a "runner". He always struggled to make exercise a habit. Within a year, Leo finally made running a habit and even progressed to run a marathon. In 2013, Leo ran a 50-mile ultramarathon (check out Leo's post - 16 Surprising Lessons from My First 50-Mile Ultramarathon)!
Running transformed his life.
Because of running he quit smoking, got healthier, fitter, slimmer and happier. Listen in to hear how Leo did it - what worked what didn't.
His blog, Zen Habits, is one of the most popular on the internet. Leo's writing focuses on helping people find simplicity in the daily chaos of their lives.
His writing has helped me in many ways so I encourage you to check it out.
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