Episode 9 of The Active You is all about the lifelong impact of movement, resilience, and finding your way back through running. In this episode, we sit down to talk about growing up in an active family, from having a dad who was a track coach and part of the original Bell Watling group, to a mom whose own running story became a powerful example of strength while battling cancer. We dive into early running memories, high school and college experiences, Turkey Trots, races, marathons, half marathons, and what it means to carry an active lifestyle from childhood into adulthood. We also talk about the difficult shift from being an active person to navigating Lyme disease after being diagnosed in 2022. This episode shares the story of figuring out what was really going on, the years of struggle and treatment that followed, and how running and staying active played a meaningful role in recovery. We also discuss the support of Lyme WNY, the importance of awareness, and key facts and statistics about Lyme disease. This is a conversation about family, running, health, community, and the strength it takes to keep moving forward. Support Lyme WNY here: https://www.lymewny.com