Once You Get Momentum, You Become Unstoppable | Martinus Evans' Journey To 300 Pounds And Running

Jun 20, 2023

Today I am joined by Martinus Evans. Martinus is the founder of Slow AF Run Club, and shares his journey from childhood trauma to becoming an inspiration for runners around the world. He emphasizes the importance of struggling and building momentum to achieve success and discusses his new book "Slow AF Run Club".

Key Points

Martinus emphasizes the importance of struggling and learning from difficult experiences on the path to success.

• Evans' job at Men's Wearhouse ultimately led him to start running 

• Evans emphasizes the importance of building a community of support and finding inspiration in others to achieve goals.

• The author's book serves as a blueprint and offers motivation to everyone.

• Learn what the four pillars of the Slow AF Run Club are

• Determination and dedication are also key in achieving success, as you must be committed and dedicated to making your goals happen and bringing your dreams to fruition.

Best Quotes

15:27 - 15:32

• "My mom was like, you set the example, you are a leader and if you go, other people will go."

39:26 - 39:31

• "If I ever get the chance to run again, I will do it with joy."

50:49 - 50:53

• "Your message is don't worry about getting there today. Worry about starting today."

58:59 - 59:04

• "It becomes a part of my life. And now when I don't do it, I feel like, oh man, I don't even."

01:03:19 - 01:03:27

• "You have to be courageous to even think about doing hard things. You gotta be courageous to even take that first step."

01:07:02 - 01:07:08

• "Remember that you could do whatever you put your mind to and that you are the energy that you put out into the world."