This chapter highlights the necessity of leaving one's comfort zone to uncover personal strengths, especially in high-pressure scenarios like marathons. It emphasizes the importance of commitment to ambitious goals, self-focus, and the value of cherished relationships during personal journeys.
Last weekend, I ran my second marathon in 2:53:38. This was a 4-minute personal best.
During the suffering of miles 20-26 and the journey home after the race, I found myself reflecting on the key lessons from the experience. Interestingly, none of them have anything to do with running.
This piece shares 8 powerful lessons for life from running a marathon.