Have you ever wondered if running is really for you? Can anyone truly embrace the joy of running? Today, we're here to tell you that the answer is a resounding 'Yes!' Our guest Linda Meek is a passionate advocate for running, and she firmly believes that running is for everyone, regardless of their ability or experience level. Join us as we explore the incredible world of running and how it can be a transformative journey for anyone, even if you've never laced up your running shoes before. Linda is here to share her enthusiasm for running and her mission to help individuals, many of whom have never run a step in their lives, discover the runner within. Running isn't just about fitness; it's a powerful habit that can support strong health and overall wellbeing. Unfortunately, misconceptions often hold people back from trying it. Some fear injury, while others worry about judgment and embarrassment. Linda's insights will shatter these barriers and inspire you to take that first step on a path to health, happiness, and self-discovery. In the episode we chat about: The power of running and why the gain is so much more than just physical fitness. Why anyone and everyone can start to run and make running a healthy habit. What holds so many people back from starting to run. Tips to start running even if you’re a complete beginner. The power of a running community and how to find your own running tribe. Breaking apart the myths and beliefs that you can’t run when you hit midlife and age. Whether women should run in menopause. The importance of starting with small steps to prevent injury and form a lasting habit. What running offers for your mental health and resilience. About Linda: Linda Meek formed Start Running Stay Running during the Covid lockdown after seeing so many people taking up running. Linda had herself found that running offers so many benefits for both physical and mental health. Knowing that running isn't as simple as putting on a pair of trainers and taking to the streets, Linda wanted to help others not just start running but stay running by helping to prevent injuries. Linda is a Run Coach, Social Media Community Manager and Mental Health First Aider. Together with Graham McKenna , an Ultra Coach and Mental Health Champion, they have now established Start Running Stay Running as a Community Interest Company to make running accessible to all and to promote improved mental health through movement and getting outside. Connect with Linda: Website Facebook Community Instagram Free Guide to run 5k About Life Now Coaching: We believe everyone would love to live a better life and we know that by putting the right healthy habits into your daily routines and lifestyle, you can truly create the type of life you'll love living every day. We want you to stop waiting for one day and make today the day you begin taking better care of yourself so you can feel healthy, happy and strong. Life Now Coaching supports you to build sustainable healthy habits using our successful framework of mindset, movement, nutrition, sleep and stress. Resources: Download our FREE Win Your Worth 5-day challenge Visit our website Follow on Instagram Follow on LinkedIn Watch the episodes on YouTube Full episode notes available on our website Please remember to subscribe and rate the podcast to help others discover and enjoy our free content to create their own healthy habits for a healthy, happy, and strong life.

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