For Part One : LISTEN HERE!

Maria is now moving from Streak runner to Marathon runner! She shares that it seemed natural to take this on as the next challenge in her running journey. 

She shares her experiences of her first time marathon and her tips for prep and success! She has consistently improved her personal best with each marathon and shares how with each marathon she learns something new which helps her improve.

Listen if you want to learn a bit about running your first marathon. Or about how to take learnings and continually improve.  An amazing journey of improvement and self belief.

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Over the two parts of this episode you’ll hear:

• Keeping up with the Oshimas - How Maria started running and what happened next

• The mental wellness benefits of running that Maria has experienced

• How Maria kept her streak going even during a hotel quarantine stay due to Covid.

• Maria’s lessons from her first marathon

• How running can be a safe space for honest communication 

Want to start a streak? This website can help! https://www.runeveryday.com/streaks.html

About Maria:

Maria is a Florida Native who has spent 5 years living, working and running in Japan and has been a streak runner for over 1000+ days. Maria studies in the field of psychology and has a deep passion for the wellness ecosystem - the intersection of physical, mental and social wellbeing, including self care and inclusive and diverse communities. 

Connect with Maria:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-iakovidis-1a72111b3

Connect with Vanessa:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voicesofcancer/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-oshima-she-her-37b51113/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weoutruncancer