The People Run Podcast
My name is Fitz Mayi. I’m one of those people who believes you can do anything. Maybe I’m naive, but I’ve seen it in myself and in the incredible people I’ve met. That’s what this podcast is about.
I can’t do it for you but what I can do is inspire. Through wild stories, through experts in the field, and through runners who’ve done it and are doing it now. The road may be hard, but my aim is to shed light on stories of incredible people so you can believe it can be done, and show up for yourself.
Whether you’re working a full-time job, raising kids, chasing a new PR, dreaming of going pro, or building your own transformation this podcast is for you. This is The People Run Podcast: the stories of your incredible self.
The People Run Podcast
Episode 22: Unstoppable: He Lost 200lbs Twice, Ran a Marathon, and Now He’s Hooked on Ultras - Jeff Humphrey
In this episode of the People Run Podcast, Jeff Humphrey shares his incredible journey of losing 200 pounds not once, but twice. He discusses the mental and physical challenges he faced during his transformation, the importance of nutrition and training in ultra running, and the role of community support in achieving personal goals. Jeff emphasizes the significance of patience, consistency, and focusing on non-scale victories in the weight loss journey. He also shares his aspirations for future races and his commitment to inspiring others through his story and coaching.
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Chapters
00:00 The Journey Begins: Jeff's First Weight Loss Story
19:25 The Struggle of Regaining Weight and the Path to Recovery
33:10 Embracing Non-Scale Victories
35:24 The Importance of Process Over Outcome
37:41 Reflecting on the Journey
39:11 Facing Challenges in Ultra Running
47:29 The Role of Support in Endurance Events
48:58 Exploring Different Race Formats
53:05 Training and Nutrition for Ultra Running
59:29 Finding Balance in Enjoying Food
01:02:34 Advice for Those Starting Their Journey
01:06:10 Future Goals and Aspirations
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