45: Joy in the Journey: From the Pool to the Pavement; A Runners Journey

In this episode, we chat with Shori Hijikata, a former Harvard swimmer who discovered a whole new world in running from late‑night hotel treadmill sessions to chasing World Major marathons across the globe.   Shori shares how she transitioned from the structure of collegiate swimming to the freedom of running, how community transformed the sport for her, and what she learned from her first marathon in Sydney all the way to running Tokyo in her birthplace.   We dive into her fuelling breakthroughs, her love for the global running community, and her excitement for returning to the New York City Marathon with more experience and bigger goals including the dream of earning a Boston Qualifier.   It’s an inspiring conversation about growth, grit, and finding joy in every stage of the journey.