Events › Author Talk: Martinus Evans - Slow AF Run Club

Join Slow AF Run Club founder and author Martinus Evans for a keynote speech. Martinus will share his personal story and motivational points as discusses his book, Slow AF Run Club: The Ultimate Guide for Anyone Who Wants to Run, to help encourage others to get moving in the bodies they have right now. 

A question and answer period with the audience will follow. Audience members will also have the opportunity to meet Martinus, take photos, buy his book and have it signed. Don't miss out on this incredible event! 

Registration is required. 

Martinus Evans

Slow AF founder Martinus Evans’ personal journey began ten years ago, when his doctor called him fat and told him he needed to start walking to “lose weight or die.”

Faced with the shame and stigma many people in larger bodies face, Martinus made the choice to stand up for himself. “Screw walking,” he said. “I’ll run a marathon.” He left the doctor’s office and bought running shoes that same day.

Ten years later, Martinus has been an adidas spokesperson, a model on the cover of Runner’s World, and a Boston Marathon finisher. Martinus has ran over 100 races including 8 marathons.

Now he’s set his sights on changing the perception of what a runner is supposed to look like. He founded The Slow AF Run Club to be the world’s largest inclusive online community for back-of-the-pack runners. 

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