Mary Johnson, aka @itsamarython, first shared her eating disorder story on our Lane 9 Project blog last summer. Today, she expands on that story, chronicling the evolution of her confidence, health, and recovery through collegiate athletics and into adulthood. Mary's run coaching team, Lift.Run.Perform., exudes the life and sport philosophies that have saved her along the way—do what works best for you, prioritize your health, and stick with it for the joy of the process. 

Of note: This episode has a few mentions of weight, behaviors, and lifestyle choices that may be triggering to some. 

If any of these topics sound familiar, or feel triggering to you, please don't hesitate to reach out for help. NEDA's 24/7 support line can be reached at 1-800-931-2237. 

Links you might be interested in: 

• "9 Miles With" feature, Mary Johnson
• Mary's personal essay for Lane 9: "Enough"
• Lift.Run.Perform coaches 

For more, check out Lane9Project.org, and @lane9project