Listen "Matt Garrett - "Do not take your ability for granted""
Episode Synopsis
Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!Allison Gaillard and Matt Garrett discuss Matt's running journey, which began in his childhood when he started running with his father. He participated in cross country and track in middle and high school but stopped running after high school. However, he returned to running while preparing for the police academy. Matt's running journey includes obstacle course racing, adventure racing, and road racing.One significant lesson Matt has learned from running is not to take his physical ability for granted. He emphasizes that being able to run or engage in physical activities is a precious gift that many people don't have. He was reminded of this when a friend with health issues expressed a desire to run but couldn't. Matt's experience has motivated him to make the most of his abilities and encourages others to do the same.Matt emphasizes the importance of seizing life's opportunities and giving your all because "this life is not a rehearsal." Matt expresses his gratitude for being part of the podcast and commends its role in connecting people within the running community.Matt GarrettRaces MentionedSpring River ChasePirate DashCoosa River ChallengeBattleship 12kDelta DashAzalea Trail RunOld Mobile 8kPensacola HalfDeath by 5kShout OutsRunning WildLeah RazzanoChristineMatt JamesHuberman PodcastChrissy SchneiderJay LeeMaggieJoseph BarrowBettina LemonsSupport the showFor more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherSteve TaylorMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkAnna SzymanskiDave McDonaldKarla McInnisJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseCristy EvansSharonda ShulaNell GustavsonMeredith NationsAllyson SwannChris StrayhornKaren SaldivarStefan Clayton
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