She Runs Trails
34 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago -She Runs Trails is where the mid-pack and back-of-the-pack gals have been hanging out since 2019. Join our conversation & unlock your inner warrior. This podcast is also a great resource for your trail curious friends.
Homepage Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Episodes
32. Pro Tips to Dial in Your Nutrition while Traveling this Summer! w/ Kylee Van Horn
June 30, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBIn this episode, Melody talks with nutrition expert Kylee Van Horn about how to keep your nutrition game on point when you have to travel. She RunsTrails is where the mid-pack and back of the pack runners have been hanging out since 2019. It's also a great resource for the trail curious. Quick Episode Summary: Nutrition on the go Packing snacks Keeping it simple Looking for balanced snacks Hydration! Connect with Kylee on IG www.flynutrition.org Use code SRT to save...
31. From Knee Surgeries to Trails w/ Patrick Bell
June 02, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode, Melody talks with fitness coach Patrick Bell about how his recent journey to becoming a trail runner. She RunsTrails is where the mid-pack and back of the pack runners have been hanging out since 2019. It's also a great resource for the trail curious. Quick Episode Summary: Meet Patrick! Patrick's background as non-athlete Double knee surgeries Trail running to improve his marriage How Patrick dealt with fear & hesitation around running Connect with P...
30. Barefoot Training w/ Laura Swenson
May 19, 2021 10:00 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBIn this episode, Melody talks with ultra runner and barefoot training specialist Laura Swenson! She RunsTrails is where the mid-pack and back of the pack runners have been hanging out since 2019. It's also a great resource for the trail curious. Quick Episode Summary: Meet Laura! Strong feet Short foot arch exercise integration Understanding the foot Cushioned shoes & impact Connect with Laura: @swensurfers Use code SRT to save 20% on your XOskin purchase! ...
29. Where I've been...
May 05, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBIn this episode, Melody talks very openly about why she left the podcast, what she did in the meantime and why she came back. She RunsTrails is where the mid-pack and back of the pack runners have been hanging out since 2019. It's also a great resource for the trail curious. Quick Episode Summary: the overwhelm of the Pandemic how Covid impacted the trail running space going back to school starting Tridentity coaching realizing the impact of the podcast Use code SRT to ...
29. The Zion 100 Mile Race Recap w/ Kirsten Jett
April 28, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBn this episode, Melody talks with Kirsten Jett, one of her best running friends, about her recent 100 mile race in Zion that was put on by Vacation Races. She RunsTrails is where the mid-pack and back of the pack runners have been hanging out since 2019. It's also a great resource for the trail curious. Quick Episode Summary: Pre-race misfortune Gooseberry Mesa Mondo Z Flying Monkey Guacamole The honest assessment at 80 miles Kirsten's thoughts You can find Kirsten on ...
27. The Zion 50k Race Recap w/ Melody & Donna
April 21, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBIn this episode, Melody and Donna Monroe, one of her best running friends, recap their recent 50k in Zion that was put on by Vacation Races. She RunsTrails is where the mid-pack and back of the pack runners have been hanging out since 2019. It's also a great resource for the trail curious. Quick Episode Summary: The beginning Grafton Mesa The long road Gooseberry Mesa The very long finish Where to stay in Zion Use code SRT to save 20% on your XOskin purchase! Conne...
26. The Comeback Quotient w/ Matt Fitzgerald
April 14, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode, Melody talks with best selling author Matt Fitzgerald about his latest book The Comeback Quotient. She RunsTrails is where the mid-pack and back of the pack runners have been hanging out since 2019. It's also a great resource for the trail curious. Quick Episode Summary: The definition of an ultra realist Barriers to accepting reality The difference between accepting reality and resigning to reality Purposely setting goals you can't achieve Purchase...
25. Does Your Mental Strength Exceed Your Physical Strength? w/ Janine Van Wyk
April 07, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBIn this episode, Melody talks with Janine Van Wyk who has an extensive background strength training endurance athletes of all levels and abilities. She RunsTrails is where the mid-pack and back of the pack runners have been hanging out since 2019. It's also a great resource for the trail curious. Quick Episode Summary: When mental strength exceeds physical strength Keeping strength training easy Using strength training as a checkpoint for weakness Using strength training ...
24. Pssst...Hey!!
March 04, 2021 22:55 - 4 minutes - 3.94 MBIn this episode, Melody says hi and requests her faithful listeners to help her rebuild her running community on IG. You can find her at... IG: @sherunstrailspodcast FB: She Runs Trails Podcast She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends.
23. Product reviews & a Big Announcement!
June 03, 2020 10:00 - 21 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this episode, Melody reviews Crud Cloth and Fluid Nutrition products and makes a big announcement concerning the podcast. She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Crud Cloth Fluid Nutrition Happy Trails Mentioned in this episode: Crud Cloth Fluid Nutrition Connect with us! Want more of She Runs T...
22. Still no races? No problem! ...with MHRC Coach Jessica Woods
May 27, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 24.9 MBIn this episode, Melody talks with Coach Jessica Woods of NYC's Mile High Run Club about what we can do while we are all anxiously waiting to sign up for our next race. She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Jes's background Running new-to-you routes Virtual races, challenges & a scavenger hunt! Working on our...
21. Ultras, Chronic Illness & Mental Health with Kirsten Jett
May 21, 2020 14:29 - 26 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode, Melody talks with ultrarunner Kirsten Jett about her journey with lupus and mental health. She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Kirsten's diagnosis the impact of a diagnosis the reality of running with lupus and depression advice for the friends of runners with a chronic or mental illness ...
20. The episode where Melody rambles...
May 13, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 27.2 MBIn this episode, Melody talks about all the things. She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Corona Virus What I've been up to... Shout out to Grandma! Rum Bum RD Sean Blanton investigation What are you racing...? NWR Virtual Vigil #irunwithmaud Connect with us! Want more of She Runs Trails? Follow us on Fa...
19. Mental Strategies when Trail Running isn't Enough!
April 08, 2020 10:00 - 21 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode, Melody shares the strategies she personally uses to navigate tough times and keep her mental health. She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Remember you are a trail runner! Strategies: Intentional Gratitude Serving Others Meditation Be Kind to Yourself You only have to love and not judge C...
18. These Are a Few of My Favorite Things
April 01, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 30.8 MBIn this episode, Melody shares some of her favorite trail running gear! She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Remember you are a trail runner! Favorites: Arena Strength Bands XOskin Toe Socks Melt Method Roll Recovery (R8 and R3) Recoup Cryosphere Skratch Labs Sport Hydration Mix XOSKIN CODE for 20% off: SRT ...
17. Antelope Canyon 55k Race Recap
March 25, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 31.6 MBIn this episode, Melody recaps her very first ultra race! She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Thank you to all my listeners Race Recap views on along the course technicality of the course aid stations weather my overall thoughts and opinions Find out more about Vacation Races: www.vacationraces.com FB:...
Reminder! SRT podcast is taking a 2 week break!
March 11, 2020 14:25Hey friends! If you didn't catch the latest episode of the She Runs Trails podcast, then you probably didn't hear that I am taking two weeks off! I have taken over the production of the podcast and have a very sharp learning curve! Also I have my first ultra this Saturday as well as travel after for spring break. So I decided to pause the show for a few weeks with everything going on and me trying to learn how to produce my show. But NO worries! I will be back with you on We...
16. Love Your Trail Running Bod!
March 04, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MBIn this episode, Melody chats with Berlin Byers of the Queen Bee Revolution! She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Why Berlin founded The Queen Bee Revolution Berlin's Journey from an eating disorder to being healthy The difference between fitness and healthy The vicious cycle of bingeing, exercising and dieting Loving...
15. Gina Lucrezi: Founder of Trailsisters
February 26, 2020 11:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBIn this episode, Melody chats with Trail Sisters founder Gina Lucrezi! She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Gina's Background How Trail Sisters came about Trail Sisters approved races Trail Sisters community Gina's invite to the Hardrock 100 A partnership with Merrell to create shoes for a cause Gina's ...
14. Thinking about running an ultra this year?
February 19, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode, Melody shares her training experience as she runs toward her first ultra on March 15 in Antelope Canyon. She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: The HUGE time commitment and the gap between the idea of ultra running and the reality of training Communicating with family and friends before you sign up Bein...
13. Running for HER with Verna Volker
February 12, 2020 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBIn this episode, Melody chats it up with Native Women's Running founder Verna Volker. She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Verna's background What caused Verna to start Native Women Running Visibility and Community for Native Women Runners Sobering Issues facing the NWR community and all native women NWR Virtual R...
12. Nail Your First Trail Race with these 6 Tips
February 05, 2020 11:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode, Melody shares her tips and tricks to make your first trail race a success! She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Appreciation for listener feedback and encouragement! Planning for your pre-run and post-run food requirements The value of packet pick-up and race briefing Where to line up: mid-pick or back ...
11. Safety is the New Black
January 29, 2020 11:00 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBIn this episode, Melody discusses running safety with global emergency preparedness and safety consultant Julie Morrill, who is also the owner and co-founder of ROAR Training. She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Common misconceptions about when attacks happen and what causes them. Running with the eyes of a predator an...
10. When Emotions Sabotage Your Training with Amy Spears
January 22, 2020 11:00 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MBIn this episode, Melody chats with licensed counselor and owner of Live Well Counseling, Amy Spears. Amy is also an endurance runner who shares her professional strategies to navigate the power of negative emotions! She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Amy shares a personal anecdote about the power of emotions when she race...
9. RD Kylee Van Horn Simplifies Nutrition For Trail Running &Endurance Training!
January 15, 2020 11:00 - 57 minutes - 78.8 MBIn this episode, Melody chats with endurance runner, registered dietician and founder of Flynutrition--Kylee Van Horn. Kylee has been featured on several podcasts, and she frequently contributes to Trail Runner Magazine! She Runs Trails is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Kylee shares her background, why she became an RD and her beliefs...
8. What Do Your Age and Running Watch Have In Common?
January 08, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutes - 30.6 MBIn this episode, Melody chats about how numbers limit our ability to move forward and be the best we can be. This is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Melody shares one of her core beliefs and examines the beliefs that shape her behavior and mindset. Melody talks about the limitations around numbers, and how we limit ourselves based on age...
7. An Elite Runner's 1st Trail Race
January 01, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBIn this episode, Melody interviews Kim Stark--elite road runner, coach, and owner of running clinic, Run Rockwall to talk about Kim's very first trail race. This is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Mentioned Links: runrockwall. com Quick Episode Summary: -Kim's pre-trial race concerns and questions -Kim's observations about her very first trail race compa...
6. 6 Simple Strategies for Successful Trail Running
December 18, 2019 11:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this episode, Melody shares her personal strategies for successful trail running! She shares 6 tips that ensure she hits the trails at least 4 times a month! This is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Mentioned Resources: www.sherunstrails.com/melsgear www.trailsisters.net Quick Episode Summary: 6 Simple Strategies Find a Motivated Trail Sister Jour...
5. Part Two: To Race Or Not To Race?
December 10, 2019 11:30 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this episode, Melody finishes her interview with Coach Kirsten Jett about all things trail racing! Whether you are thinking about signing up for your very first trail race or moving up into the ultra distances, there is something for you! This is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Want more of She Runs Trails? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and go to www.she...
4. Part One: To Race Or Not To Race?
December 10, 2019 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode, Melody interviews Coach Kirsten Jett about all things trail racing! Whether you are thinking about signing up for your very first trail race or moving up into the ultra distances, there is something for you! This is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Want more of She Runs Trails? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and go to www.sherunstrails.com ...
3. All Things Trails Shoes!
December 04, 2019 10:30 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBIn this episode, Melody helps you find the best pair of trail shoes for your feet! This is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. CLICK HERE TO SEE MELODY'S GEAR Quick Episode Summary: Do you even need trail shoes? Tips for picking out the right shoes the first time! Costly mistakes you should avoid when purchasing your trail shoes The shoes Melody love...
2. Your "Why" vs. Your "Goals"
December 04, 2019 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBIn this episode, Melody helps you not only define your "why", but she explains the differences between your "why" and your "goals". This is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Want more of She Runs Trails? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and go to www.sherunstrails.com Quick Episode Summary: Why you should have a "Why" Learn the difference between your "goal...
1. Welcome To She Runs Trails
December 02, 2019 20:24 - 18 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode, you get to meet Melody and find out all about the She Runs Trails podcast! This is a podcast to help mid-pack trail runners unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also an excellent resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Meet Melody! What to expect from She Runs Trails When Melody first started running trails What is a "middle of the pack" runner? Who She Runs Trails is for Connect with us! Want more of She R...
Welcome To She Runs Trails
November 20, 2019 19:45 - 15 minutes - 21.4 MBIn this episode, you get to meet Melody and find out all about the She Runs Trails podcast! This is the podcast for newer trail runners to unlock their inner warrior and find success on the trails! It's also a great resource for your trail curious friends. Quick Episode Summary: Meet Melody! What to expect from She Runs Trails When Melody first started running trails Sometimes you need a trail Sister Who She Runs Trials is for Connect with us!