The Sweet Science of Running Ultras & Marathons

The Sweet Science of Running Ultras & Marathons

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 1 of The Sean Rowe Podcast featuring Jacoby “Jay” Perkins — Army veteran, marathoner, ultra runner, fitness leader, and community advocate from Houston. In this episode, Jay shares how a health scare pushed him to change his life, lose weight, and fully commit to running — turning a 5K into a lifestyle built on discipline, endurance, and purpose. Sean and Jay talk about the real difference between marathons and ultras, why you can’t cheat running, how consistency shapes results, and why strength training, recovery, and mindset matter just as much as miles. They also dive into Jay’s work in the community through The Running Label, including school supply drives, shoe drives, and efforts to support underserved communities in Houston. 🔥 Topics in this episode: - Health transformation and getting into running. - Marathon vs. ultra mindset. - Training, nutrition, and cross-training. - Running in Houston heat and humidity. - lululemon ambassadorship and community leadership. - Using fitness to serve others. 💬 One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation: consistency is key — and no matter your size, age, or background, anybody can become a runner with commitment and purpose. 📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on mindset, fitness, purpose, and personal growth. 📲 Connect with our Jay Perkins @J_runs_ Sean Rowe @seanrowe_sr #TheSeanRowePodcast #JacobbiPerkins #JayRuns #Running #Marathon