Jessica Jones is an accomplished runner who has participated in marathons and ultra-marathons. Her running journey began in middle school and continued through high school and college. Despite facing setbacks and injuries, Jessica became serious about running and even completed the World Marathon Challenge, running seven marathons on seven continents in seven days. She found inspiration in the running community and developed a strong sense of camaraderie and support.Jessica transitioned from marathons to ultra-marathons, aiming to qualify for the challenging Badwater 135 race. She completed multiple 100-mile races and successfully secured a spot in Badwater 135. She emphasizes the importance of her support system in her ultra-marathon journey.During her conversation, Jessica discusses her favorite running shoes, fueling strategies, favorite memories, and musical preferences while running. She also shares insights on recovery tools, cross-training, and her future goals, including the possibility of participating in the World Marathon Challenge.Overall, Jessica Jones's running journey showcases the resilience, passion, and sense of community she has found within the running world.Jessica JonesRaces MentionedBad Water 135Pinhoti 100 Trail RunKeys 100Daytona 100Farm to ForkChicago MarathonNew York MarathonShout OutsTroy UniversityBecca PizziMainly MarathonsWorld Marathon ChallengeBarry RobertsMegan SandyPort City PacersSupport the showFor more details on Run Your Story happenings, including signing up for our upcoming training program, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development, coding tutoring, or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherSteve TaylorMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkAnna SzymanskiDave McDonaldKarla McInnisKellie LandrumJenni ZimlichJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseCristy EvansSharonda ShulaNell Gustavson