"Preachers Run" with Rev. Mike Womble

Despite what many may think, ministry can be a physically, mentally, and emotionally taxing gig. If those who have dedicated their lives to caring for others aren't careful, they can forget the importance of caring for themselves, and something that used to give them life can quickly drain it.

That's not a problem for Rev. Mike Womble, a good friend with whom I am blessed to serve at Winter Park Baptist Church in Wilmington, NC. I've been in awe of Mike since I first met him and learned that he runs ultra marathons.

But Mike's not necessarily the type of guy you envision when you think "ultra-marathoner"--he's not guzzling protein shakes, bragging about mile times, or listening to the Rocky theme on loop. Simply put, Mike just runs.

Recently, Mike completed a race that is unimaginable to me--a 100K (62.1 miles). Today, he joins me to talk about that experience, as well as what led him to start running and how it has affected his overall health as a minister.

Give it a listen, and be inspired to go out and take care of yourself, too (whether that means pounding the pavement, yourself, or just eating one less bag of Doritos each week).

Learn more about Mike here.