“Running was punishment.”
That’s what Marty learned from his time as a pole vaulter in college.
Fast forward a few years and a set of quadruplets later, and Marty found that running wasn't punishment; it gave him purpose and helped him feel alive; it helped him be a better father and a better husband.
Year after year, he’s kept it consistent and explored what his body can do.
From 5k to 50k to 100 miles, he’s learned that consistency is the driving force behind what he’s accomplished.
Now at more than 85 races (with over 3 dozen marathon-length or longer), and still pushing strong!
Listen in to hear what he’s learned over the years – here’s a few highlights:
“If you stop moving you stop being able to move; you lose energy…”
“When I’m not running, I don’t like how I feel…I notice I’m not sleeping as well…Something calls to you and tells you that you need to make a change.”
“It’s about the accomplishment…the journey…the adventure.”
“After I crossed the line on my first 100-miler, it changed my perception of myself - what I thought my capabilities were. I carried myself different; I thought differently about myself; I had more confidence and that hasn’t changed…”
You can follow him on Instagram @relentless_wanderer
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