Not Your Average Runner, A Running Podcast
605 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 499 ratingsThe Not Your Average Runner Podcast teaches plus-size, mid-life women practical ways to start running in the body they have right now. Certified Running & Life Coach Jill Angie combines her real-life experience and coaching wisdom to help women find joy in learning to run in a way that honors their unique size, shape, speed or age. You’ll be surprised at how much you can enjoy running when you know how to do it! Download a free one-week jumpstart plan to get started today at www.notyouraveragerunner.com/start.
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Ep #251: Your Post-Divorce Comeback: 3 Reasons Running Helps with Sade Curry
June 02, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 34.6 MBListen in as Sade Curry shares her insights on the three reasons running helps you come back even better and stronger after a divorce. She’s offering some of the most important questions we have to ask ourselves during or after a divorce, why she chose to pave her own path forward instead of following all the rules women are expected to abide by, and her best tips for getting back out there in the dating world. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.co...
Ep #250: 7 Challenges Larger Runners Face and How to Get Past Them
May 26, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 21.4 MBDiscover the biggest challenges you’re facing as a larger-bodied runner, and how to get yourself up and running anyway. I’m sharing all of the physical and mental obstacles you’ll come across as you start your running journey, along with my practical tips to stop these challenges from getting in your way. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/250
250. 7 Challenges Larger Runners Face and How to Get Past Them
May 26, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 21.4 MBDiscover the biggest challenges you’re facing as a larger-bodied runner, and how to get yourself up and running anyway. I’m sharing all of the physical and mental obstacles you’ll come across as you start your running journey, along with my practical tips to stop these challenges from getting in your way. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/250
249. What Consistent Exercise Really Looks Like
May 19, 2022 06:00 - 18 minutes - 15.5 MBWhat exactly does it mean to be a consistent exerciser? This week, I show you what consistent exercise really looks like and invite you to question how different your running experience could be if you allowed space for adaptation and the ebb and flow of all the inevitable challenges we’ll have to navigate in life. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/249
Ep #249: What Consistent Exercise Really Looks Like
May 19, 2022 06:00 - 18 minutes - 15.5 MBWhat exactly does it mean to be a consistent exerciser? This week, I show you what consistent exercise really looks like and invite you to question how different your running experience could be if you allowed space for adaptation and the ebb and flow of all the inevitable challenges we’ll have to navigate in life. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/249
Ep #248: 3 Simple Ways to Stay Motivated
May 12, 2022 06:00 - 18 minutes - 15.6 MBSummer is almost here, and this is the time of year a lot of folks decide to start running or step up their training with a race in mind. So, this week I’m giving you three mindset hacks to help you stay motivated because even though now is a great time to start running, staying motivated isn’t always easy. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/248
248. 3 Simple Ways to Stay Motivated
May 12, 2022 06:00 - 18 minutes - 15.6 MBSummer is almost here, and this is the time of year a lot of folks decide to start running or step up their training with a race in mind. So, this week I’m giving you three mindset hacks to help you stay motivated because even though now is a great time to start running, staying motivated isn’t always easy. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/248
Ep #247: Showing Off Your Skin, Spandex, and Confidence with Style Coach Judith Gaton
May 05, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 36.2 MBThis week, my guest is the fabulous Judith Gaton, a style and life coach for curvy women who teaches them how to dress and love the body they’re in right now. She's back on the podcast to discuss how to feel comfortable showing as much or as little skin or spandex as you want to, and how to handle situations where you experience judgment from other people. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/247
247. Showing Off Your Skin, Spandex, and Confidence with Style Coach Judith Gaton
May 05, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 36.2 MBThis week, my guest is the fabulous Judith Gaton, a style and life coach for curvy women who teaches them how to dress and love the body they’re in right now. She's back on the podcast to discuss how to feel comfortable showing as much or as little skin or spandex as you want to, and how to handle situations where you experience judgment from other people. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/247
Ep #246: How to Recover from Injury Without Losing Your Sh*t
April 28, 2022 06:00 - 16 minutes - 13.6 MBDiscover how to take some of the stress and frustration out of injury recovery. I’m sharing my three-step process for recovering in a way that is physically and mentally healthy, and I’m giving you all the how-to's for taking an active role in your recovery so you’re not sitting on the couch waiting to just feel better. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/246
246. How to Recover from Injury Without Losing Your Sh*t
April 28, 2022 06:00 - 16 minutes - 13.6 MBDiscover how to take some of the stress and frustration out of injury recovery. I’m sharing my three-step process for recovering in a way that is physically and mentally healthy, and I’m giving you all the how-to's for taking an active role in your recovery so you’re not sitting on the couch waiting to just feel better. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/246
245. Why Running in Alaska Should Be On Your Bucket List with Kim Ryals
April 21, 2022 06:00 - 40 minutes - 33.2 MBJoin me this week as Kim Ryals, owner and founder of Run Alaska Trails, entices us with the running scene in Alaska. If you’re anything like me, I know you’re going to want all the details on what to do there and what to expect, and Kim is giving us the lowdown on it all. And best of all, you’ll find out how you can make this bucket list dream a reality in 2022. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/245
Ep #245: Why Running in Alaska Should Be On Your Bucket List with Kim Ryals
April 21, 2022 06:00 - 40 minutes - 33.2 MBJoin me this week as Kim Ryals, owner and founder of Run Alaska Trails, entices us with the running scene in Alaska. If you’re anything like me, I know you’re going to want all the details on what to do there and what to expect, and Kim is giving us the lowdown on it all. And best of all, you’ll find out how you can make this bucket list dream a reality in 2022. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/245
244. 4 Steps to Creating Your Badassery Manifesto
April 14, 2022 06:00 - 19 minutes - 16.3 MBThis week, I’m teaching you how to create your own badassery manifesto. It’s time to lean into your confidence, bask in your uniqueness, and get loud about your accomplishments. Learn the four steps to creating a new script that does not include being modest or humble, and how to ingrain it into your core beliefs. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/244
Ep #244: 4 Steps to Creating Your Badassery Manifesto
April 14, 2022 06:00 - 19 minutes - 16.3 MBThis week, I’m teaching you how to create your own badassery manifesto. It’s time to lean into your confidence, bask in your uniqueness, and get loud about your accomplishments. Learn the four steps to creating a new script that does not include being modest or humble, and how to ingrain it into your core beliefs. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/244
243. Tired AF?
April 07, 2022 06:00 - 18 minutes - 15.1 MBTune in this week to figure out why you’re tired AF and what you can do about it. I’m sharing how we berate ourselves into doing even more despite already being exhausted, why this never solves anything, and the patriarchal bullshit conditioning that has got us into this mess in the first place. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/243
Ep #243: Tired AF?
April 07, 2022 06:00 - 18 minutes - 15.1 MBTune in this week to figure out why you’re tired AF and what you can do about it. I’m sharing how we berate ourselves into doing even more despite already being exhausted, why this never solves anything, and the patriarchal bullshit conditioning that has got us into this mess in the first place. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/243
Ep #242: How to Get Up and Running
March 31, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 21.5 MBTune in this week for all the details about Up and Running. I’m walking you through how we support you in getting started with it and feeling awesome about yourself along the way. I’m giving you answers to the most frequently asked questions about the program, and sharing how you can get involved. Get full show notes and more information on Up and Running here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/242
242. How to Get Up and Running
March 31, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 21.5 MBTune in this week for all the details about Up and Running. I’m walking you through how we support you in getting started with it and feeling awesome about yourself along the way. I’m giving you answers to the most frequently asked questions about the program, and sharing how you can get involved. Get full show notes and more information on Up and Running here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/242
241. Representation, Diversity, and Being a Sexy Athlete with Any Body with Roz The Diva
March 24, 2022 06:00 - 53 minutes - 42.9 MBTune in this week to discover what really makes someone an athlete and Roz’s inclusive approach to training her clients. We’re discussing how Roz fell in love with pole dancing, and the empowerment and confidence that is available through pole. We’re talking sex appeal and respectful objectification, and how to own all of it. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/241
Ep #241: Representation, Diversity, and Being a Sexy Athlete with Any Body with Roz The Diva
March 24, 2022 06:00 - 53 minutes - 42.9 MBTune in this week to discover what really makes someone an athlete and Roz’s inclusive approach to training her clients. We’re discussing how Roz fell in love with pole dancing, and the empowerment and confidence that is available through pole. We’re talking sex appeal and respectful objectification, and how to own all of it. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/241
The Start Running Challenge
March 18, 2022 06:00 - 3 minutes - 3 MBInterested in joining the challenge? Visit http://notyouraveragerunner.com/challenge to learn more!
Ep #240: Body Image for Runners with Kara Loewentheil
March 17, 2022 06:00 - 32 minutes - 26.7 MBIf you love the race but hate the photos of yourself crossing the finish line, you’re in the right place. This week, hear from master certified life coach and feminist rockstar, Kara Loewentheil. She teaches women how to undo the effects of the patriarchy in their brains to overcome anxiety and create true authentic confidence from the inside, which is a real game-changer when it comes to body image. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/240
240. Body Image for Runners with Kara Loewentheil
March 17, 2022 06:00 - 32 minutes - 26.7 MBIf you love the race but hate the photos of yourself crossing the finish line, you’re in the right place. This week, hear from master certified life coach and feminist rockstar, Kara Loewentheil. She teaches women how to undo the effects of the patriarchy in their brains to overcome anxiety and create true authentic confidence from the inside, which is a real game-changer when it comes to body image. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/240
Ep #239: How to Process a DFL or DNF
March 10, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 21.9 MBThis week, we’re talking about how to process a DNF, DFL or a DNS. For those of you who don’t know, DNF stands for Did Not Finish. DFL means Dead Fucking Last. And a DNS means Did Not Start. I’ll be honest with you: it’s more than likely you will experience one or all of these as you begin your running journey. But don’t let that put you off. I'm sharing how to process the emotions you experience instead of making these things mean you’re a failure. Get full show notes and more i...
239. How to Process a DFL or DNF
March 10, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 21.9 MBThis week, we’re talking about how to process a DNF, DFL or a DNS. For those of you who don’t know, DNF stands for Did Not Finish. DFL means Dead Fucking Last. And a DNS means Did Not Start. I’ll be honest with you: it’s more than likely you will experience one or all of these as you begin your running journey. But don’t let that put you off. I'm sharing how to process the emotions you experience instead of making these things mean you’re a failure. Get full show notes and more i...
Ep #238: Sierra Swofford’s 100-Mile Ultra: Race Day Preparation
March 03, 2022 07:00 - 47 minutes - 38.4 MBJoin us this week as Sierra walks us through the last steps of her 100-mile race preparation. She’s been pushing herself for months in training, and now she’s here to discuss fueling strategies, finishing within the cut-off time, having the right gear, and coping with being awake and running for 100 miles. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/238
238. Sierra Swofford’s 100-Mile Ultra: Race Day Preparation
March 03, 2022 07:00 - 47 minutes - 38.4 MBJoin us this week as Sierra walks us through the last steps of her 100-mile race preparation. She’s been pushing herself for months in training, and now she’s here to discuss fueling strategies, finishing within the cut-off time, having the right gear, and coping with being awake and running for 100 miles. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/238
Ep #237: 5 Unexpected Things New Runners Need to Do
February 24, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 16.9 MBThis week, I'm unpacking some of the things that stop people from really taking themselves and their running journey as far as they can go, and showing you some simple solutions. I’m also sharing the importance of having the right gear, taking your training seriously, and never giving up on yourself. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/237
237. 5 Unexpected Things New Runners Need to Do
February 24, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 16.9 MBThis week, I'm unpacking some of the things that stop people from really taking themselves and their running journey as far as they can go, and showing you some simple solutions. I’m also sharing the importance of having the right gear, taking your training seriously, and never giving up on yourself. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/237
Ep #236: 5 Myths About Running While Fat (& Why Fat Isn’t a Bad Word)
February 17, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 21.7 MBTune in and buckle up because I’ve got some things on my mind and I need to share them. I’m discussing why I believe fat is the perfect neutral descriptor, and why the other terms people use to describe fat bodies are actually way more problematic. I’m also sharing and dismantling five myths about running while fat that stop too many people from even trying. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/236
236. 5 Myths About Running While Fat (& Why Fat Isn’t a Bad Word)
February 17, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 21.7 MBTune in and buckle up because I’ve got some things on my mind and I need to share them. I’m discussing why I believe fat is the perfect neutral descriptor, and why the other terms people use to describe fat bodies are actually way more problematic. I’m also sharing and dismantling five myths about running while fat that stop too many people from even trying. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/236
Ep #235: The 4 Basics of Exercise Fueling with Corinne Crabtree
February 10, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBCorinne is talking us through her journey with starting to exercise, and what she’s realized about the role of exercise when it comes to weight loss. We’re discussing the emotional side of moving your body, and the four practical basics of fueling your body in the best way to achieve your running goals. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/235
235. The 4 Basics of Exercise Fueling with Corinne Crabtree
February 10, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBCorinne is talking us through her journey with starting to exercise, and what she’s realized about the role of exercise when it comes to weight loss. We’re discussing the emotional side of moving your body, and the four practical basics of fueling your body in the best way to achieve your running goals. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/235
Ep #234: 6 Ways to Have Your Best Race Ever
February 03, 2022 07:00 - 39 minutes - 31.8 MBTune in this week as I offer 6 ways to have your best race ever! You’ll discover everything you need to know about race day etiquette, getting your pre-race prep on point, and some vital things to remember to keep your inner mean girl at bay. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/234
234. 6 Ways to Have Your Best Race Ever
February 03, 2022 07:00 - 39 minutes - 31.8 MBTune in this week as I offer 6 ways to have your best race ever! You’ll discover everything you need to know about race day etiquette, getting your pre-race prep on point, and some vital things to remember to keep your inner mean girl at bay. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/234
Ep #233: Are You a Real Runner? How to Stop Doubting Yourself
January 27, 2022 07:00 - 19 minutes - 16.5 MBOne thought I hear all the time in my community is: “I’m not a real runner.” You look at other runners and doubt your validity because you don’t think you’re good enough, and this week, I’m inviting you to let that shit go. I’m showing you a new way to respond to doubt that isn’t serving you, and a question I like to ask myself whenever I’m feeling uncertain. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/233
233. Are You a Real Runner? How to Stop Doubting Yourself
January 27, 2022 07:00 - 19 minutes - 16.5 MBOne thought I hear all the time in my community is: “I’m not a real runner.” You look at other runners and doubt your validity because you don’t think you’re good enough, and this week, I’m inviting you to let that shit go. I’m showing you a new way to respond to doubt that isn’t serving you, and a question I like to ask myself whenever I’m feeling uncertain. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/233
Ep #232: Half Marathon Training for Beginners
January 20, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 20.7 MBJoin me this week to find out if you’re ready to start half marathon training! I’m walking you through my guidelines for how to know if you’re ready to start half marathon training, because starting when you’re not ready will either lead to injuries or a shitty race experience, neither of which I want for you. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/232
232. Half Marathon Training for Beginners
January 20, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 20.7 MBJoin me this week to find out if you’re ready to start half marathon training! I’m walking you through my guidelines for how to know if you’re ready to start half marathon training, because starting when you’re not ready will either lead to injuries or a shitty race experience, neither of which I want for you. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/232
Ep #231: 8 Easy Ways to Think Like a Runner
January 13, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MBThis week, I’m speaking to all of you Rebels who don’t consider yourselves real runners. Whether it’s because you do run-walk intervals, aren’t “fast enough,” or always finish last in a race, these aren’t qualifications of a real runner. You can identify as a runner right now, and I’m showing you the endless possibilities available to you when you believe your identity can change. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/231
231. 8 Easy Ways to Think Like a Runner
January 13, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MBThis week, I’m speaking to all of you Rebels who don’t consider yourselves real runners. Whether it’s because you do run-walk intervals, aren’t “fast enough,” or always finish last in a race, these aren’t qualifications of a real runner. You can identify as a runner right now, and I’m showing you the endless possibilities available to you when you believe your identity can change. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/231
Ep #230: What to Do if You’re Not Making Progress
January 06, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 23.2 MBDiscover what to do if you currently believe you’re not making progress. I’m sharing how to reframe the whole idea of working towards a defined goal, so you can start to see the progress that you are making on your running journey. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/230
230. What to Do if You’re Not Making Progress
January 06, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 23.2 MBDiscover what to do if you currently believe you’re not making progress. I’m sharing how to reframe the whole idea of working towards a defined goal, so you can start to see the progress that you are making on your running journey. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/230
Ep #229: 4 Mistakes You’re Making with Your Resolutions
December 30, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 18.2 MBI have set 66 New Year’s resolutions in my life, and I failed 64 of them. If you can relate, tune in this week to discover the four most common mistakes we make when we’re setting and executing our New Year goals, and I’m sharing how to set yourself up for success in 2022. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/229
229. 4 Mistakes You’re Making with Your Resolutions
December 30, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 18.2 MBI have set 66 New Year’s resolutions in my life, and I failed 64 of them. If you can relate, tune in this week to discover the four most common mistakes we make when we’re setting and executing our New Year goals, and I’m sharing how to set yourself up for success in 2022. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/229
Ep #228: The Power of Maybe
December 23, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 15.3 MBDiscover why I believe impossible goals are so worth chasing. They are the biggest growth opportunities you have, and while I know you might be swimming in overwhelm and the likelihood of defeat right now, I’m showing you the only thing you need to crack open the door of possibility in your mind. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/228
228. The Power of Maybe
December 23, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 15.3 MBDiscover why I believe impossible goals are so worth chasing. They are the biggest growth opportunities you have, and while I know you might be swimming in overwhelm and the likelihood of defeat right now, I’m showing you the only thing you need to crack open the door of possibility in your mind. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/228
Ep #227: How to Get Started Again After a Break 2.0
December 16, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 20.2 MBDiscover the best way to get started running again after a break (it’s way simpler than you might think). I’m sharing how to take the mental drama out of this whole situation, how to plan your comeback, and why now is always the very best time to get back out there. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/227
227. How to Get Started Again After a Break 2.0
December 16, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 20.2 MBDiscover the best way to get started running again after a break (it’s way simpler than you might think). I’m sharing how to take the mental drama out of this whole situation, how to plan your comeback, and why now is always the very best time to get back out there. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/227