Unlikely Stories Podcast22 Sep 2021

Running with the ‘Mirnavator’ | Mirna Valerio

Fans of ultrarunning might be familiar with athlete, speaker, and author of the best-selling book ‘A Beautiful Work in Progress,’ Mirna Valerio. Also known as ‘The Mirnavator,’ Valerio promotes body positivity, health awareness, and diversity in the running and outdoor industry as she runs marathons and ultramarathons around the country and advocates for inclusion for people of all shapes, sizes, race, gender, and background. Her story has inspired a movement encouraging people everywhere to be whoever they want to be and do whatever makes them happy. In 2018, she was named a National Geographic "Adventurer of the Year.” Topics covered in this episode: • Mirna’s first introduction to the outdoors. • The ups and downs of running long distance—and why she loves it. • How she addresses and fights back against negativity. • The role she plays in the outdoor industry and how she motivates others to do what they want. • Her new book, ‘A Beautiful Work in Progress.’ • Her favorite piece of gear to bring on the trail. To learn more about Mirna Valerio, visit her website at themirnavator.com. IG: @themirnavator This episode is supported by LEKI, makers of the world’s best poles since 1948. www.Leki.com & Instagram @lekiusa We hope you enjoyed this episode. Come check us out at www.UnlikelyStoriesPodcast.com & Instagram @UnlikelyStoriesPodcast

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