On The Runs 108 - Coach Mike Ferullo - Boston Bulldogs Running Club

On Episode 108 we welcome Coach Mike Ferullo, (00:15:45) founder of the Boston Bulldogs running club, shares his personal journey of overcoming addiction and finding recovery through running. The Boston Bulldogs is a nonprofit organization that promotes wellness and recovery through running and community support. The club focuses on three main principles: self-leadership, transparency, and giving back. By combining running with community and practicing these principles, individuals can find empowerment, healing, and a sense of purpose. The Bulldogs provide a safe and supportive environment for people impacted by addiction and mental health issues to connect, heal, and reach their full potential.
Later in the episode we welcome a couple of Coach Mike's Bulldogs Ashley Coffee and Ari Ellinson, (00:46:48) in this part of the conversation we cover their personal journeys of recovery and how the Bulldogs community has played a significant role in their lives. They discuss their experiences with the Bulldogs, the leadership program, and the Saturday morning runs. Ashley shares her experience of running the Boston Marathon, and Ari talks about his plans to run it in the future. The conversation highlights the supportive and inclusive nature of the Bulldogs community and the importance of giving back and helping others. The conversation with Coach Mike, Ashley, and Ari focused on the Boston Bulldogs running club and their mission to support individuals in recovery through running and wellness. The discussion highlighted the three core principles of the Bulldogs: showing up, staying the course, and giving back. The guests shared personal stories of how running and the Bulldogs community have positively impacted their lives and recovery journeys. They also discussed upcoming events, such as the Run for Recovery 5K, and the importance of community support and connection. The conversation emphasized the power of running as a parallel to recovery and the transformative impact of giving back to others.

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In The Tros,  Knute and Erika talk about the Will Run For virtual 5K and unbox the swag they received. Later in the conversation, Knute and Erika discuss upcoming races and sha

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