The Road to Recovery: Running for a Cause with Chip Autin
- Author
- Blu Robinson
- Published
- Mon 04 Nov 2024
- Episode Link
- https://addicttoathlete.libsyn.com/the-road-to-recovery-running-for-a-cause
In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Chip Autin, who shares his inspiring journey from sports to addiction and ultimately to recovery. Chip discusses his early experiences with running, the challenges he faced as he fell into addiction, and the pivotal moments that led him to make a life-changing decision to pursue sobriety. He emphasizes the importance of community support, personal accountability, and the power of choice in the recovery process. The conversation highlights the struggles and triumphs of rebuilding relationships and finding purpose after addiction. In this conversation, Chip Autin shares his profound journey from personal loss and health challenges to becoming an ultra marathon runner. He discusses the impact of his father's glioblastoma diagnosis, his reflections on health and lifestyle changes, and how running became a therapeutic outlet. Chip's journey leads him to embrace ultra marathons, culminating in a mission to raise awareness for addiction and mental health through a significant running project along Louisiana's longest highway. He emphasizes the importance of community support and the emotional challenges he anticipates during his run, showcasing the transformative power of running in his life.
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