Gone Running

#113 - A LIFE with Rheumatoid Arthritis & BUILDING a SPACE for the AUTOIMMUNE COMMUNITY W/ Karina Patel

Ben Sheppard

🎙️ Gone Running Podcast | Episode #113

In this uplifting episode, host Ben Sheppard chats with Karina Patel, a passionate runner who lives with rheumatoid arthritis 🏃‍♀️💥

Karina opens up about:

* Her lifelong love of running—and how diagnosis shook everything up
* The power of movement for body and mind, even on tough days
* Building a community and safe spaces for those with autoimmune conditions
* Launching her Autoimmune foundation to share stories, spark connections, and inspire resilience
* Tips for finding joy in every step, no matter the challenge

Whether you’re living with a chronic condition, supporting someone who is, or simply love a story of grit and hope, this episode will leave you motivated to embrace your journey—and lace up for the next chapter.

Ben Sheppard - https://www.instagram.com/bensheppard93/
Karina Patel - https://www.instagram.com/karina.patel__/