This podcast episode features a heart-warming conversation between Allison and guest Helen Hanson-Smith, where Helen shares her journey of becoming a runner. She talks about how running helped her create a healthier and happier life during her recovery from alcohol addiction. Highlights include her experiences participating in half marathon races, insights about the importance of comfortable running gear, the significance of having good shoes and her running preferences.Helen Hanson-SmithRaces MentionedSt. Jude Half MarathonBattleship 12kSeaside Half MarathonNashville Half MarathonChicago MarathonLouisiana MarathonNew York MarathonBoston MarathonParis MarathonTokyo MarathonPensacola Half MarathonShout OutsGrey GaillardMorganZach SmithLisa BosargeSupport 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