June 28, 2023

Christine Huffman - "I don't need to be the fastest. I don't need to be the best. I just need to keep showing up and not compare myself to other people."

44 minutes

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Christine Huffman shares her journey of overcoming addiction, achieving sobriety, and embarking on a fitness journey. She started by walking on a treadmill and gradually progressed to running, eventually setting goals and dropping from 200 to 115 pounds. Christine also talks about her entry into obstacle courses, particularly Spartan races, where she found a love for being judged on her athletic ability rather than her body image.

She emphasizes the importance of not comparing oneself to others and instead focusing on personal progress. Christine shares lessons she has learned from running, including the need for discomfort, pushing limits, and appreciating the simple joy of movement. She recalls her favorite race, a 5K organized by Homeboy Industries, an organization that employs and supports formerly incarcerated individuals. The experience of running with fellow recovering individuals brought her a deep sense of gratitude and transformed her perspective on life.

Christine advises being kind to oneself, avoiding comparison, and channeling jealousy into praising others. She suggests starting with the mindset of having fun and not having expectations for the first race. Christine has a goal of being the best version of herself at 42 and preparing for retirement by staying active. Christine emphasizes the importance of spiritual training, serving God, showing up for life, and being present. Christine shares her involvement in Alcoholics Anonymous and the joy she finds in working with women in recovery. She concludes by encouraging trust in the process and enjoying the journey.

Christine Huffman

Races Mentioned
Spartan Race in Castaic California
Homeboy Industries 5k in Los Angelos
Spartan Beast in Big Bear California
Ultramarathon in Tahoe Nevada
Ultramarathon in Lebec California

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Father Gregory Boyle
Chrissy Schneider

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