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About the Chubby Runner
Helping overweight people find the joy in running from the insights of a chubby running coach.
Helping Overweight People Start Running
I am not genetically predisposed to long, lean legs and a svelte body capable of perfect floating strides. When I run, I look more like an albatross, flopping around, wheezing, sweating profusely, and breathing heavily. I painted that beautiful visual to illustrate that I’m just an average, chubby guy who has run marathons.
I want to help others who don’t fit the mold or have struggled in athletic pursuits. I was that guy, I am that guy
Chubby Runner Insights
The sole purpose of this site is to help you get from wherever you are, across the marathon finish line. There were both mental and physical hurdles that I had to learn how to overcome.
However, those experiences only added to my growth and made me stronger. I never ran long distances when I started training for my first marathon.
Who The Chubby Runner Is For
This is a community of heavy, chubby, overweight, fat, husky, round people who want to experience the joy of running.
From training programs to running gear to weight-loss plans, you’ll find the skills and the confidence to start running.
Running Plans for Overweight People
Learn how overweight beginners can go from no running experience to training for a long-distance race to accomplish the impossible.
Training Programs for Heavy Runners
Need help getting started? The Chubby Runner training plans help heavier people improve their fitness level to start training for races.
Weight Loss Plans for Runners
The Chubby Runner weight loss plans help overweight beginners combine diet and exercise to get to a healthier weight for race training.
Running Gear for Overweight Runners
Get insights into the best running gear for overweight runners, from the “right” shoes to the ideal clothing for training to running tech. We got you.
Running Injuries for Overweight Runners
Overweight runners have their own set of challenges when running. Learn what impacts you and how to prevent and treat running injuries.
Healthy Living for Chubby People
Running while overweight is a healthy lifestyle change. We’ve got insights and tips to help you live a healthier mental, physical, and emotional life.
This site is a mission dedicated to helping beginners, overweight, chubby, and otherwise marginalized people train for a marathon and find joy in running.
Overweight People Can Start Running
I’m just a regular chubby guy.
I am not a runner, although I do run. Let me get that out there. It’s kinda like the guy who says I’m not a golfer, but continues to golf. What that really means is that he sucks at golf but still likes to play.
I’m not the stereotypical runner type. Obviously. I don’t have the typical runner’s body, but despite that, I have run several marathons, half-marathons, and other races.
And you can too.
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