Long episode, but you're going to enjoy hearing this story. The Outro will drop on Thursday!Jared Ewing, a military veteran and avid runner, shares his story of perseverance and determination after a tragic accident in 2018. He recounts his journey from running his first marathon to setting goals of completing the Abbott World Majors. The conversation takes a dramatic turn as Jared describes the accident and the severe leg injury he sustained. He shares the emotional and physical challenges he faced during his hospitalization and recovery. Jared recounts his experience in the emergency room and the initial assessment of his injuries. He shares the emotional moment when he had to contact his parents and the difficult decision he had to make along the journey. Jared also describes the multiple surgeries he underwent and the challenges he faced during bandage changes. The failed muscle flap surgery and the subsequent consideration of amputation added to the complexity of his journey. Jared discusses his decision-making process between surgery and amputation, ultimately choosing to keep his leg. He emphasizes the importance of nutrition and calories in the healing process. Jared's optimism and determination drive him to push through challenges and set new goals. He shares his experiences in a nursing home and the support he received from the staff and other residents. Jared's commitment to physical therapy and exercise leads to significant progress in his recovery, culminating in his participation in marathons and half marathons. In this part of the conversation, Jared expresses his gratitude for the support he has received throughout his journey. He believes in the power of hard work and shares his motivation to make others proud. Jared discusses his involvement with the 50 States Club and the Marathon Maniacs. He also talks about his experience with cryotherapy and other recovery methods. Jared shares his future running plans, including participating in the World Marathon Challenge and running in various states. He also recounts a funny and embarrassing code brown story during one of his runs. The conversation ends with Jared expressing his desire to inspire others with his story and his eagerness to take on new challenges. Jared Ewing  Jared's Instagram @jrod4513 Justine's Boston Marathon Fundraising PageLindsey's Boston Marathon Fundraising PageJaye's Boston Marathon Fundraising Page Strava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support us ThreadsEmail us at OnTheRunsPod@gmail.com