#31 Born to Run with Vassos Alexander
\u201cTry it, you will not regret it\u201d\n\ufeffDo you think running is just not for you?\xa0\xa0I think it will be hard not to want to give it a go after listening to this week\u2019s podcast with BBC Radio 2 sports presenter, podcast host, author and self-confessed running addict, Vassos Alexander.\nFormerly unfit and out of shape, Vassos has now run the Spartathlon \u2013 a 153 mile ultramarathon race held annually in Greece.\xa0\xa0He shares his journey and gives a fascinating insight into the history behind this event.\xa0Vassos believes that it doesn\u2019t matter how far you run or how fast, it is just about getting out there and giving it ago.\xa0\xa0And the benefits speak for themselves \u2013 he considers running a form of therapy.\xa0\xa0\xa0This is a lively and engaging conversation and Vassos\u2019s passion for running is palpable \u2013 I hope it inspires you!\nShow notes available at\xa0drchatterjee.com/vassos\nFollow me on instagram.com/drchatterjee/\nFollow me on facebook.com/DrChatterjee/\nFollow me on twitter.com/drchatterjeeuk\n Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.