Running Marathons to Get Back on His Feet

Running Marathons to Get Back on His Feet
Derek Drescher (C) overcame homelessness, substance abuse, and incarceration by running. Brett Deutsch
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NEW YORK–Running isn’t only healthy, the exercise and routine can transform lives. One man overcame substance abuse, homelessness, and incarceration by putting one foot in front of the other.

Derek Drescher grew up under circumstance no child should have to contend with, but many unfortunately do.