For Part Two LISTEN HERE!

This episode is in two Parts and focusing on the Running part of the #outruncancer story. Maria is a 1000 day+ streak runner. And she started running as part of a pledge to me and my #outruncancer journey. Her secret is she was a super non runner before she became part of our Oshima Family.  Now she runs every day as well as marathons and trail runs. We talk about the pressure to be a runner inside a running family and the mental wellbeing benefits that help Maria to keep her streak going. She even ran when she had Covid and was in hotel quarantine!  Part 1: Streak running and how to start a streak and keep it going! Part 2: getting ready for that first Marathon

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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