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\n Seo Ju-ho and Kian84 (Photo: broadcast screenshot)
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[Editor\u2019s note] \u201c[Run:Influencer]\u201d blends \u201crun\u201d and \u201cinfluencer.\u201d The series spotlights influencers and running crews centered on the sport. As life returns to normal after the COVID\u201119 pandemic, we launched this column to promote a healthier, more enjoyable running culture. DailyRun, a publication dedicated to track and field, aims to broaden the sport\u2019s appeal beyond elite competition to grass\u2011roots fitness communities.<\/strong><\/p>\n

[DailyRun=Kim Do\u2011hyung] Webtoon artist and television personality Kian84\u2019s attempt at a full marathon recently captured widespread attention. By his own account, Kian84 is a regular runner, but a full marathon is another matter entirely. Without expert guidance on training and nutrition, finishing would have been unlikely. As amateur runners increasingly take on marathons, many now spend months preparing. Kian84 followed a similar path.<\/p>\n

Standing beside him through that journey was Seo Ju\u2011ho\u2014known online as RunJuho (@run_juho)\u2014who played a crucial support role in Kian84\u2019s first full\u2011marathon finish. Seo has made running part of his daily life since 2019. It helped him overcome depression and lose significant weight. Today he runs a business and maintains a healthy lifestyle, turning his passion into influencer work and volunteering as a guide runner for people with visual impairments. We met him at DailyRun\u2019s Seongdong office in Seoul to hear the behind\u2011the\u2011scenes story of the broadcast and his life as a runner.<\/p>\n

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\n Seo Ju-ho (Photo provided by subject)
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Q. Tell us about yourself.<\/strong><\/p>\n

I\u2019m Seo Ju\u2011ho. As I get older, I try to give back more. I run a shop that sells Royal Enfield classic motorcycles.<\/p>\n

Q. When did you start running?<\/strong><\/p>\n

It began around July\u2013August 2019. In my early to mid\u201130s, like many people, I hit a rough patch. I ballooned to 125 kg and was diagnosed with panic disorder and depression. The medications made things harder. One day, feeling especially low, I went for a walk. The scent of the outdoors hit me first; I noticed sounds I\u2019d stopped hearing, like water running.<\/p>\n

That night I slept deeply for the first time in months. I started walking more the next day and slowly cut back on the medication. That walk set me on the path to consistent running, which continues today.<\/p>\n

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\n Seo Ju-ho volunteering as a guide runner (Photo provided by subject)
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\n Breeze Run event (Photo provided by subject)
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Q. You\u2019re active on social media with your running.<\/strong><\/p>\n

At first I wasn\u2019t thinking about personal branding. Posting my runs was a simple workout log and a promise to myself. I sometimes avoided posting because I didn\u2019t want people to see me at my heaviest. Then friends started reaching out and telling me they looked forward to my updates. Realizing people cared, I began sharing my runs and daily life consistently.<\/p>\n

Q. What running\u2011related activities are you involved in?<\/strong><\/p>\n

I discovered I enjoyed coaching and advising other runners, so I pursued a community athletics instructor certification. I also organize charity runs and volunteer activities tied to ESG initiatives. I joined the 2023 Breeze Run with the brand Sandeulsandeul because I supported their buy\u2011one\u2011donate\u2011one campaign for sanitary pads. Looking for more ways to give back led me to guide\u2011run for people with visual impairments.<\/p>\n

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