It’s Mother’s Day which got me thinking about the important role of supporters in the life of a runner. Runners rely on support from family and friends every day. Whether it’s words of encouragement or watching the kids while you go for a run. I’m very grateful for the mothers in my life and their support for my running.
I have three young kids and I couldn’t spend the hours training and racing without my wife and life partner Lindsay. Lindsay always supports my multiple hour runs and always hears out my crazy running adventure ideas. She knows that running lifts my mood and that it’s become a necessary activity for me just like eating, drinking and sleeping. Lindsay keeps me motivated, she helps me when I’m down and celebrates with me when I’m up.
Just like Lindsay, my mother Jann is an amazing support. Ultra running was a new concept for my mom when I first started a few years ago. As you can imagine, mom was worried that I would seriously hurt myself by running 160km straight. Despite feeling uneasy about my running, mom always encourages me and congratulates me when I reach my goals. Mom has been extremely positive and enthusiastic all throughout my life and I try to emulate mom’s attitude with my running. Positivity gives you a great advantage during the gruelling hours of an ultra-marathon.
Enjoy your day today as you celebrate the wonderful mothers in your life. I’m sure that all of the runners out there can connect the dots for how their supporters have helped their running over the years.
Thank you, Jordan! You are a wonderful example of positive living and a role model for your children to emulate. Thank you for your kind words and supportive words-a two way experience for sure❣️
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