The Obstacle is The Way: Ricky Hughes and the Rise of STL Run Crew

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Join host Bryan the Botanist on Sneaker Impact News as he sits down with Ricky Hughes from STL Run Crew. Ricky shares his inspiring journey of founding STL Run Crew during the pandemic as a means to tackle depression and promote community health in St. Louis. Discover Ricky's vision for a diverse and welcoming running community that moves across the city, engages local businesses, and champions mental, physical, and community health. Learn about Ricky's background, his personal experiences with running, and how stoicism shapes his approach to life and leadership. Get insights into the St. Louis running culture, the significance of relationships, and sustainability efforts in the running community. Tune in for an uplifting conversation that highlights resilience, community-building, and the transformative power of running.

Chapters/Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

00:17 Ricky Hughes' Journey to Founding STL Run Crew

01:22 Ricky's Background and Early Life

04:15 Discovering Running and Overcoming Challenges

08:23 The Growth and Impact of STL Run Crew

13:30 Community Engagement and Leadership

16:13 Sneaker Impact and Sustainability

20:11 Ricky's Favorites and Personal Insights

26:02 Closing Thoughts and Future Goals

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1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Ricky Hughes' Journey to Founding STL Run Crew (00:00:17)

3. Ricky's Background and Early Life (00:01:22)

4. Discovering Running and Overcoming Challenges (00:04:15)

5. The Growth and Impact of STL Run Crew (00:08:23)

6. Community Engagement and Leadership (00:13:30)

7. Sneaker Impact and Sustainability (00:16:13)

8. Ricky's Favorites and Personal Insights (00:20:11)

9. Closing Thoughts and Future Goals (00:26:02)