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Chef Joel Mays III: From Beginner to Marathoner & BackCare Charity Runner

Joel Mays III started running in June 2022 and has already completed three marathons. He shares his running journey, training tips in the heat of Dallas, and preparation for the London Marathon 2026, where he’ll run for the BackCare Charity.

You can support him by making a donation on his fundraising page here 

If you'd like to follow in Chef Joel's footsteps and run your next event for Backcare, email Denice [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you.

To find out more about Backcare head to https://backcare.org.uk

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Keywords
 
running, marathons, training, nutrition, community, charity, London Marathon, Boston Marathon, fundraising, experiences
 
Summary
 
In this episode of the Runner Stories podcast, Chef Joel Mays shares his inspiring journey from a novice runner to preparing for the London Marathon in 2026. He discusses the importance of community in running, his training regimen, and how he adapts to the challenging Texas climate. Joel also delves into his nutritional strategies, experiences in major marathons, and his aspirations for the Boston Marathon. He emphasises the significance of fundraising for charity races and shares his future marathon goals.
 
Takeaways
  • Joel started running in June 2022 and quickly progressed to marathons.
  • The community aspect of running is vital for motivation and support.
  • Training involves detailed plans and adaptations to local climate conditions.
  • Nutrition plays a crucial role in a runner's performance and recovery.
  • Joel has completed 3 of the World Marathon Majors, New York, Berlin and Chicago.
  • The Boston Marathon is a personal goal for Joel, seen as a 'unicorn'.
  • Fundraising for charity races requires early planning and community support.
  • Joel's experiences in different cities enhance his love for running.
  • He emphasises the mental discipline required for marathon training.
  • Running is a passion that brings joy and fulfilment.
    • Titles
    • From Novice to Marathoner: Joel's Journey
    • The Heart of Running: Community and Support
      • Sound Bites
      • "The people make the race."
      • "I want to make this my home."
      • "I want to run for fun."
        • Chapters
         
        Introduction to Joel's Running Journey
        The Community and Camaraderie of Running
        Training Regimen and Marathon Preparation
        Navigating Heat and Humidity in Texas
        Nutrition Insights for Runners
        Experiences in Major Marathons
        The Quest for Boston Marathon
        Fundraising for Charity Races
        Looking Ahead to London Marathon
        Future Marathon Aspirations

         

         

         

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