#4: Benefits of Being a Beginner Runner with Becky VanDrunen

Becky VanDrunen's path from non-runner to half-marathoner will encourage you to lean into the unexpected joy of "being the worst in the room." It may also spark motivation to build the communities you need. 

Favorite quotes: 

"When you’re a beginner, it is hard. And it’s not more hard for you than it is for anyone else starting. And because it’s hard, it’s not a reason to stop.”

"Being a beginner takes practice. So if you’re a beginner and you just want to give up, know that if you keep flexing that beginner muscle, that it will be easier to keep going.”

“Running, is just like everything else .. you have to start somewhere and then have a plan and then you’ll get somewhere.” 

Click play to hear all of this, and...

[00:26:15] Be someone who helps the next person be a beginner 

[00:33:18] Why running slow is "goals" 

[00:45] Learn the best life hack for nervousness 

Links: 

Becky's Instagram

Becky's Spotify playlist

Playlistrunclub.com (coming Spring 2024)

momBabes podcast episode