When his doctor told him "Lose weight or die," Martinus Evans had an unlikely reaction -- he vowed to run a marathon. Despite his doctor's skepticism, Evans has met that goal, and is now encouraging others to do the same, even those who think their size and condition would make it impossible. WMAY's Jim Leach talks with the author of "Slow AF Run Club" about how to get started and about the benefits of getting more mobile and active, even if you don't cross the finish line of a marathon.

<p>When his doctor told him "Lose weight or die," Martinus Evans had an unlikely reaction -- he vowed to run a marathon. Despite his doctor's skepticism, Evans has met that goal, and is now encouraging others to do the same, even those who think their size and condition would make it impossible. WMAY's Jim Leach talks with the author of "Slow AF Run Club" about how to get started and about the benefits of getting more mobile and active, even if you don't cross the finish line of a marathon.</p>

Jim Leach is heard weekdays from 4:00-6:00PM on 92.7 WMAY, Springfield's News & Talk.

<p>Jim Leach is heard weekdays from 4:00-6:00PM on 92.7 WMAY, Springfield's News &amp; Talk.</p>

The Jim Leach Show is heard weekdays from 3:00 - 6:00 PM on News/Talk 94.7 & 970 WMAY.

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