Training For Life

Training For Life

A patient advocate. An unlikely runner. An extraordinary story.

Overview

Genre
Human Interest, Portrait, Sports, and Contemporary Issues
Synopsis

Training for Life follows Samantha Sauer, a certified patient advocate living with gastroparesis and multiple chronic illnesses, as she attempts to return to half-marathon training after years of health setbacks. The film chronicles Sam's remarkable healthcare journey—from her initial diagnosis through multiple surgeries, septic infections, and the feeding tube that kept her alive—all while maintaining an unlikely passion for running that became her lifeline.

Stage
in post-production

Credits

Production Details

Prod. Co.
Chronic Life Media
Country
United States
Locations
New York

Distribution Details

Release year
2026
Language
English

Photos

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