Title: RRP Episode 81 – “Live” at GTD 5K Run & Walk for Recovery
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 1 hour, 9 minutes
Summary:In this episode, Julie and Peter take listeners directly to the GTD Go the Distance 5K Run & Walk for Recovery. You’ll hear live voices from the heart of the event—runners, walkers, volunteers, and leaders who gathered to celebrate recovery through community and fitness. From Izzy Alvarado, the founder of GTD, to participants sharing their personal connections to recovery, this episode captures the joy, encouragement, and resilience that defined the day.
Key Points with Time Stamps:
- [00:01:42] Julie and Peter introduce the GTD 5K event and its mission of combining recovery with physical fitness.
- [00:04:15] Interview with Izzy Alvarado, GTD founder, sharing his vision for the event and the importance of creating safe, inclusive recovery spaces.
- [00:13:28] Voices from participants about what motivated them to show up, from honoring loved ones in recovery to finding strength in community.
- [00:26:09] Stories of how running and walking provide new tools for coping, healing, and sustaining sobriety.
- [00:41:44] Volunteers reflect on the spirit of the day and the impact of seeing families, friends, and entire communities walking together.
- [00:55:31] Closing reflections from Izzy and others on the meaning of going the distance—not just at the 5K, but in the ongoing recovery journey.
- [01:06:55] Julie and Peter wrap up with gratitude for those who shared and encouragement to keep showing up for recovery, fitness, and connection.
Links to Websites Discussed:
Quote:“Recovery isn’t about running the fastest—it’s about showing up, moving forward, and finishing together.” —Izzy Alvarado
Hashtags and Mentions:#RealRecoveryPodcast #GoTheDistance #RecoveryJourney #5KforRecovery #CommunityHealing #FitnessAndRecovery @GTDGoTheDistance
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