Marathon Training Academy

The Hero’s Journey of the Marathon

Marathon Training Academy

Show Notes

In this episode we apply the famous Hero’s Journey framework to marathon training and talk about how you can overcome obstacles, transform into a stronger runner, and gain the wisdom to inspire others!

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