Miguel Reyes
Miguel Reyes
Ray's Story
Ray's Story
Ray's Story
Tuesday 22nd February 2022
Ray reveals how trail running helped him conquer addiction in this inspiring episode of Staying Fit ODAAT. Listen now!
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118 minutes
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Miguel Reyes
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Sobriety Success Stories
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Ray's Journey: From Addiction to Trail Running Triumph
Life is better sober, that's for sure.
What happens when you mix determination, fitness, and a dash of hope? You get Ray's incredible journey to sobriety. In this episode of Staying Fit ODAAT, host Miguel Reyes sits down with Ray, who opens up about his struggles with alcohol and drugs that began in high school and continued well into adulthood. Working on a road construction crew, Ray learned to drink on the job, which spiraled into more severe substance abuse issues.
His story takes a turn when he decides to use fitness as his escape route from addiction. Ray's candid discussion covers his turbulent times, including getting kicked out of casinos and battling to quit smoking weed. But it’s not all dark clouds; Ray’s transformation begins when he signs up for the Spartan Race as a way to quit smoking weed.
This decision leads him to meet his now-fiancé at a running group, marking the start of a new chapter in his life. Trail running becomes a significant part of Ray’s recovery, offering him a way to clear his mind and stay sober. He shares how setting achievable fitness goals and taking things one day at a time have been crucial in his journey. Throughout the conversation, Ray emphasizes the importance of facing your problems head-on and owning your mistakes.
His story is a powerful reminder of how fitness and health can be transformative forces in overcoming addiction. Whether you’re struggling with addiction yourself or seeking inspiration to achieve your fitness goals, Ray’s story is both uplifting and motivating. Tune in for an engaging conversation that highlights the role of community and support in recovery.