In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Marcus Cowzer (@marco161 on Instagram) shares his journey from a football player to a psychotherapist and building Shelters Running Community (@sheltersrunningcommunity_ on Instagram)

He discusses the importance of community in running, the impact of therapy on mental health, and building towards his marathon goals. Marcus emphasises the significance of small wins, the challenges of seeking help, and the power of connection in overcoming mental health struggles. He also highlights the benefits of cold water therapy and the joy of running as a community activity.

16:00 Introduction to Marcus Cowzer
17:05 Journey into Running and Community Building
22:06 The Evolution of the Running Group
28:34 From 5K to Half Marathons
35:06 Preparing for the Dublin Marathon
39:02 Team SJ: The Journey Begins
41:14 Crossing the Unknown: The Marathon Experience
43:44 The Pressure of Leadership in Running
45:28 From Football to Running: A Shift in Mindset
48:55 Finding Community: The Importance of Connection
53:03 Small Steps: Celebrating Progress in Running
54:47 Men's Mental Health: Breaking the Silence
57:56 The Challenge of Opening Up
64:01 Cold Water Therapy: A Mental Challenge
66:06 Future Goals: Growing the Shelters Running Club
71:13 Introduction to Therapy and Its Accessibility
72:11 This Is Us Therapy (@this_is_us_therapy on Instagram)

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