Marathon and Life Lessons with Amanda Furrer, Runner’s World Test Editor

Season Three, Episode 115

Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about Amanda Furrer and her journey from runner to writer for Runner’s World. 

Amanda Furrer, Runner’s World test editor, has reviewed gear and covered other running topics for almost 10 years. Since 2013, she has run the Boston Marathon consecutively. She recently completed all the World Marathon Majors and is running the Sydney Marathon this year. In a past life, she was a professional baker for two years. 

On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:

• From her mother, Amanda learned to be assertive and confident in life. 
• As the Runner’s World Test editor, Amanda recounts her perseverance in becoming a writer. 
• Amanda also learned many valuable lessons from being a baker. Oatmeal raisin and snickerdoodle are Amanda’s favorite cookies to bake. 
• Amanda has run the Boston marathon 13 years in a row, which is very special to her. 
• Amanda’s favorite marathons to qualify for Boston are the Chicago and Tokyo marathons. 
• Running and life are very similar. Amanda points out that if we really want something, achieving our goals might take some time.  

To connect with Amanda Furrer follow her on Runner’s World:

Amanda Furrer Test Editor

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