Listen "12: Diving In Head First: Completing a Marathon, Ultra, and Pacing For The First Time In One Year w/ Amber Gomez"
Episode Synopsis
On this episode we sit down with Amber, a true race enthusiast. She fearlessly embraced the running world, conquering her first marathon, an ultra marathon, and even pacing another marathon—all within her first year of running.
Amber’s experiences spanned a spectrum of challenges, from the grueling 26.2 miles of her debut marathon to the mental and physical endurance required for an ultra marathon. As a pacer, she provided invaluable support to fellow runners, sharing her passion and motivating them to push through the toughest moments. Join us as Amber recounts these unforgettable moments, sprinkled with laughter, camaraderie, and the thrill of crossing finish lines.
Amber’s experiences spanned a spectrum of challenges, from the grueling 26.2 miles of her debut marathon to the mental and physical endurance required for an ultra marathon. As a pacer, she provided invaluable support to fellow runners, sharing her passion and motivating them to push through the toughest moments. Join us as Amber recounts these unforgettable moments, sprinkled with laughter, camaraderie, and the thrill of crossing finish lines.
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