Welcome to season 2 episode 45 of The Fuel Run Recover Podcast, where I'm thrilled to bring you this conversation with Winnipeg runner and Fuel Train Recover Club member, Wendy! Wendy just started running this year, and has been an incredible example of how by being consistent, taking things slow, and believing in yourself, you can achieve anything you set your mind to!

Here's a little more about Wendy...

My name is Wendy. I am a wife, mom & runner! I am middle age, mid sized and started running in January 2024.

I am a medical laboratory technologist but do not work in the typical lab setting. Currently I work at a corporate job which has me sitting at a desk for long periods of time. My sister had a heart attack in 2023 so in January 2024 I decided I needed to become more active and also try to reduce my heart disease risk. So, in January 2024 I signed up for the 5km run @ the mb marathon. I have no prior running experience other than that from middle school, which was many, many years ago!

While training for my 1st  run, I started noticing the mental health benefits.  Sticking to a routine, getting outdoors, moving my body, and prioritizing "my run time" made me a much nicer person! I completed the 5km run and felt incredible crossing the finish line & having my husband & son there cheering me on.  I guess you could say I got hooked to running! I completed the winnipeg 10&10 5km run, wfps 10km run and the frightening fiver all this year.

I am a regular mom, working fulltime and dealing with family responsibilities however I think its important for us to take care of ourselves so we can take care of our families. I encourage you to Sign up for a race, believe that you can do it & challenge yourself.

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