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Ep. 84 | Struggle to Strength: Journey Through Addiction, Ultra Running, and Resilience
53 minutes Posted Feb 13, 2025 at 1:00 pm.
Introduction to Teresa Bowser's Journey06:05 The Struggle with Eating Disorders12:48 Battling Addiction and Finding Fitness19:04 Transitioning to Ultra Running27:08 The Power of Community and Support32:14 Embracing the Challenge of Endurance Racing39:11 The Role of a Pacer in Ultra Races44:12 Getting Started: Entry Points into Ultra Racing49:55 The Importance of Training Discipline
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In this episode, Teresa Bowser shares her powerful journey of overcoming eating disorders and addiction through fitness and ultra running. She opens up about the challenges she faced, the resilience she built, and how endurance sports became a path to healing. We dive into the mental toughness required for ultra marathons, the importance of structured training, and the supportive trail running community. Teresa’s story is one of strength, discipline, and the pursuit of passion.Connect with Teresa:📌Facebook:Teresa Bowser📌Instagram:@teresabowserfitness📌Website:Appalachian FootprintsChapters00:00 Introduction to Teresa Bowser's Journey06:05 The Struggle with Eating Disorders12:48 Battling Addiction and Finding Fitness19:04 Transitioning to Ultra Running27:08 The Power of Community and Support32:14 Embracing the Challenge of Endurance Racing39:11 The Role of a Pacer in Ultra Races44:12 Getting Started: Entry Points into Ultra Racing49:55 The Importance of Training Discipline