Geoff Scoates’ hugely popular Social Run Club has become a staple of the Vancouver social exercise scene. Now in its third year, the club features themed running events that are accessible to any skill level and, most importantly, fun. Today, Geoff shares how his father’s inspiration, a journey across the world, and his passion for helping others enjoy running led him to start the run club in the first place.

Between two dots – “Really, the value is in that line: the journey”

“If you want to run consistently, have fun, and connect, that’s what I identified as why I am creating this” – Geoff Scoates

Episode Highlights:

0:00 – Hafiz introduces Geoff.

2:46 – How Geoff’s father starting marathons in his 50s inspired Geoff.

6:32 – The health benefits of running as you get older.

9:32 – What Geoff learned traveling the world for five years.

16:46 – Geoff’s journey starting the Social Run Club.

29:48 – Why the Social Run Club supports beginners and fun running.

39:07 – What being a lululemon Ambassador means to Geoff.

42:58 – How you can reach out to Geoff and join Social Run Club.

Connect with Geoff and support his work:

www.socialrunclub.com

IG: @socialrunclub.yvr

IG: @geoffscoates

Linktree: linktr.ee/socialrunclub.yvr

Sponsors of this episode:

Bloom Benefits: www.bloombenefits.ca

Zelos: www.zelosglobal.com

Krown: www.krown.com

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