Doctor Said 'Lose Weight or Die'; I've Run 8 Marathons, Still Plus
By A Mystery Man Writer
Description
Martinus Evans started running after years of fatphobia. The Slow AF Run Club founder describes the stigma he's faced as a plus-size marathoner.
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