Marko Cheseto is shattering marathon records all over the world. In 2018, Marko competed in a marathon for the first time at the New York City Marathon, becoming the second double amputee in history to finish in under three hours. At the 2019 Boston Marathon, he set a world record for a marathon by a double amputee with a time of 2:42:24. Coming from humble beginnings in Kenya, Marko shares his remarkable journey traveling to the United States on a full running scholarship, only to end up in a deep depression after his cousin’s tragic suicide. Marko found himself taking pills to ease the pain which led him on a run that would change his life forever. Tune in to hear Marko’s inspirational comeback and how he is using his platform to now advocate for mental health and suicide awareness.
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