#transformation #spirituality #blackexperience #bodysoulconnection #buildingbridges #breakingbarriers

Dr. Joseph Spears is an endurance fitness enthusiast , an associate professor of Sports Management at Bowie State University and also a Pastor .

Dr. Joseph Spears believes that “spiritual fitness” is the solution to problems of today. It is his goal to see diverse individuals coming together from all walks of life and the need to build strong  communities spiritually, socially and economically. 

On the eve of Mahatma Gandhi's birth celebrations , I find it appropriate to talk about some uncomfortable topics but important ones , like, Is it sufficient to be related at a level of common interest like running , or is there something higher required. When does actual connection between people really happen ? Whats the the black experience in America , and How we can come together to build stronger communities through sports and fitness. 

Give this powerful conversation a listen.

#bostonfinisher #physiotherapist #fiftyplusfitness

Joel is a life long runner , having covered over 67,000 lifetime running miles . He is a 8 time Boston marathon finisher, has competed in over 26 marathons. 

He is also a coach for a small team in Memphis called the Pilgrimage Track Club, and has penned  articles for a local publication The Roadrunner for the past 7 years. 

Joel has been the medical director for the St. Jude Memphis Marathon for the first 2 years it was run. He also has been Race Director for many years for a charitable race called the Mug Mile in Germantown TN. 

We get to talk about performance, reframing priorities with age and importance of flexibility to stay injury free.

Manish Dugar is a busy successful senior executive that has made running central to his life. Running has helped him find meaning, well being and high productivity at work. Check out this episode to find his secret hacks and get inspired.

Eleanor and Barry are fun loving , busy couple , who work hard , party hard and exercise hard . It keeps their relationship alive and strong. From doing marathons together , to multi day stage races , they use endurance activities to discover their romance.

Charles epitomizes grit, like how Duane described it on episode 6, which is building confidence through sheer focused effort . How does one start running at 45, and complete 100+ marathons and then qualify for Boston at the 100th one at age 60? This is stuff that movies are made of ( or maybe movies just mimic real life heroes like Charles ). 

We get to talk about how to be best versions of ourselves, importance of community and relationships .

At 20 , she has a 17 year journey of dance that makes her wise for her age.  At 15 she did her first MS 150 ride, a 125 mile bicycle ride from Houston to Austin and then repeated in again at 17. MS 150 is, a ride that needs focus and training. We get to talk about what drives her, her methods to training,  motivation and body image issues for the young adults.

Bethann is a real life warrior. She epitomizes the saying , if life throws lemons at you, make lemonade. She is about whats possible every day. She is a marathoner, an Iron(wo)man finisher and adventure enthusiast. She cares for the community . We talk about how she does it .

#excellence #willpower #transformation #women-achievers #inspiration

Dane Rauschenberg is best known for racing 52 marathons in 52 consecutive weeks, all while working a full time job.Throughout his life,Dane has embraced the philosophy of ignoring the impossible.

In this amazing conversation, Dane shares his story and core principles of living an extraordinary life.

#ignoretheimpossible #transformation #excellence #

You can also reach Dane at 

http://seedanerun.com/

https://www.instagram.com/danerauschenberg/

RunYogi Diaries episode 9, with Hari Shankar, long term runner and co-founder of Chennai Runner group. From a time when he was scoffed at for running , to co-founding a running movement with his friends in one of India largest metros, Hari exudes a humility that masks his incredible journey as a runner and community organizer. A fantastic conversation about persistence ,leadership and common sense approach to running.

Enjoyed the conversation!

This is a quick intro on what the podcast is about, and what does RunYogi mean.