Virginia Lee is a fitness trainer and recreational marathoner who is passionate about running. Working on a long term goal of 50by50, 50 marathons by age 50, she has completed over 40 to date. She is the only female to complete every Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon (STWM), Canada’s largest marathon. When not in the fitness realm, Virginia is an avid baker, a bit of a traveler and a proud Italian greyhound mother.
Virginia shares how running marathons has helped her boost her confidence to let go of the things that didn’t serve and be able to the things she loves. Check out her episode to listen to her story along with tips to help you in your own journey to self confidence.
Bio
Virginia Lee is a fitness trainer and recreational marathoner.
Cultural Background
Virginia is of Canadian Chinese descent.
Favorite Self Confidence Quote
It’s not about what you look like, it’s about what you do.
Definition of Self Confidence
Self confidence is the ability to not think about what you look like and do what you like.
Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence
When Virginia was in her mid 20s, she was going through the paces which was just working her job, and she always aspired to be someone else.
The “AHA” Moment
Running was an AHA moment for Virginia. Her mentor to persuaded her to do something different and pushed her to do the marathon. She knew if she can do one, she can do another one.
Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence
Virginia feels blessed, active , and loves the industry she’s in.
The One Self Confidence Tip For the Listener
Do not listen the voices saying you can’t do it, just go with it.
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