The Mature runner
My Comeback Story. One Imperfect Training Block at a Time.
A documentary journal about starting over as a runner in midlife, rebuilding fitness after severe illness, finding the humor through it all, and chasing the very stubborn dream of a Boston qualifier.
Samantha Clare
Midlife Runner, Writer, Creator
I’m Samantha, and I’m starting over as a runner in midlife after severe illness changed my body, confidence, and future plans.
The Mature Runner is my comeback space for documenting the rebuild: training plans, small wins, lots of overthinking, and the very stubborn dream of one day running a Boston qualifier.
My goal is to create a space for anyone who has ever wondered whether it’s too late to start again. I don’t think it is.
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No life-hacks, AI drivel or em-dashes (although I feel the loss of the em-dash from acceptable writing is a shame).