28: The Key Role of Family and Friends

Becoming a runner is on your shoulders. You’re the one who must make the commitment and do the work, but if you can get your family and friends on board, if you can get them to stand by you, stand with you, support and encourage you, the trip will be an easier one. Start hanging out with experienced runners, and it will be easier yet. Before long, you won’t be a ‘beginner runner.’