Stories from the Run
23 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -Every runner has a story, whether it’s about overcoming obstacles, breaking through challenges and barriers, humorous events, and sometimes embarrassing circumstances. Stories From the Run is a storytelling community and podcast focused on conversations with runners of all calibers about their adventures on the road or trails. www.storiesfromtherun.com
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Episodes
TSP - 340 Miles Solo - 7 Continents - Running for Charity - Farrah Carbonell & Laura Barnard
May 20, 2021 22:00 - 50 minutesWe have a some very special guests for you today and we’re going to talk about Racing Across America, overcoming obstacles, The Speed Project, Running For Charity, Cheetos… and a few other things along the way. So, as we like to say… Let’s get to it! Farrah Carbonell - Insta: @far.rah @24x7movement Laura Barnard - Insta: @muuvbikes www.storiesfromtherun.com
Marathoning & Nutrition & Banana Peels with Tara Mardigan!!!
May 04, 2021 23:00 - 41 minutesWe welcome Tara Mardigan who shares some amazing stories of accidentally PR'ing a Half, slipping on a banana during the NYC Marathon, and running the Boston marathon as support for a Stage IV neck and cancer patient. Oh yeah, we talk about nutrition too. There's a lot going on here, kick back and enjoy! Follow Tara on IG: https://www.instagram.com/theplatecoach/ and her running club Bed-Stuy Flyers: https://www.bedstuyflyers.com/ Let's get to it!
Stories from the Start | Mariya
May 18, 2020 08:00 - 4 minutesMariya started running after having back to back pregnancies and wanting to feel physically stronger. She's come a long way and continues to push herself to run faster, longer and to continue to set an example for her two daughters.
Running 26.2 Miles Inside His Apartment for a Great Cause! | Todd Aydelotte
May 11, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutesTodd Aydelotte is considered a ‘Historical Runner’ where he runs ultra-marathons that follow the paths of historical people. During the quarantine he took on the challenge of running over 1,000 laps in this apartment to help raise money for the Bowery Mission, who are helping people receive food and help, especially in this time of crisis. Please consider supporting the Bowery Mission through Todd’s fundraising page. https://my.bowery.org/BoweryMissionHallwayMarathon
Mindfulness: Making a Difference in the World | Eric Wilden
April 13, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutesI hope everyone is staying healthy and sound. This episode was record at the beginning of February and our guest takes a Buddhist-based approach to cultivate mindfulness through the practice of running - which included falling asleep during an ultra-marathon. You might want to check out his site and his meditations especially during these times to help you focus on what’s important and feel more at ease. We're gonna call this one #luciddreaming #mindfulness.
Stories from the Start | Rita, 49, Canada
April 06, 2020 08:00 - 7 minutesIn today's episode we have Rita, a 49-year-old from Canada. After a lifetime of struggling with weight, she decided to make a change. This led to her first run, her first 5k and she's not done. Stories From the Start is a new segment on the SFTR Podcast featuring Brittany Lee, who runs the Stories from the Start blog. What you'll hear is Brittany narrating inspiring stories submitted by runners from their starting line.
Breaking an Arm, Busting a Leg, OCR - Keep Going! | Darnell Murrell
March 30, 2020 08:00 - 41 minutesThis was recorded in February so the timeline of training and races might sound off due to the current state of the world. Also, do NOT listen to any advice during this episode - you’ll hear why soon enough. Our next guest has broken his leg and needed a titanium plate put in after breaking his arm during an obstacle race He’s the bionic man and his story is going to inspire you on how to push through even the most challenging of times. We're gonna call this one #canthurtme #nevergiveup
Dealing With Diabetes - Make Your Own Energy | Guillermo Jimenez
March 25, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutesDid you know a Half Marathon was 13.1 miles? Our next guest has a great story about signing up for one without knowing that. It’s kinda like one of those 5k marathons non-runners talk about. Also, due to having to deal with diabetes, he makes his own energy fuel, and shares why community is important. We gonna call this one #negativesplits #community.
PSA - Stay Connected - Join Our Slack Group
March 17, 2020 15:54 - 1 minute - 1.65 MBWe started a Slack Group for us Runners so we can stay in touch and support each other during these challenging times. We’re also going to have Happy Hour Zoom video chats where everyone can join and chat with each other so we can stay 'Socially Connected’ instead of Socially Distanced. Please feel free to spread the word to anyone you think would be interested in staying connected. Share with us what you’re up to, race updates and even post some funny running memes to keep every...
Making the World Better Through Running | Marielena Mata
March 17, 2020 13:19 - 40 minutesWhat are you passionate about? Today, we have an immigrant, scientist, mother of 3, and an athlete that is doing so many admirable things to empower people to seek fitness and helping to find a voice to fight for a better world through running. Her story is very topical to what’s going on right now regarding healthcare access and the issues she’s had to deal with in her running career and how she inspires people to live life without regrets. We gonna call this one #runningforacause #liste...
Four Countries, 300 Miles - for a Vacation | Jesse Miller
March 12, 2020 08:00 - 40 minutesSome people sign up for a marathon in another country just to have an excuse to go on vacation, but what about making your vacation a 27-day, 300-mile tour? In today’s episode, we have a man who was so Inspired by Eddie Izzard’s 43 marathons in 52 days around the UK, he put together a self-supported running tour through four different countries. We gonna call this one #forrestgump #chooseyouradventure
Stories from the Start | Matt, 30, Maryland
March 11, 2020 08:00 - 4 minutesIn today's episode we have Matt. A 30-year-old from Maryland who in an attempt to find himself, also found running. Stories From the Start is a new segment featuring Brittany Lee, who runs the Stories from the Start blog. What you'll hear is Brittany narrating inspiring stories submitted by runners from their starting line. What were they feeling? Why did they choose now? How did they know it was time? What happened in their mind, their life and in their heart that brought them to that place?
Meet SFTR This Saturday in Person in Brooklyn
March 09, 2020 02:08 - 3 minutes - 4.53 MBWe are thrilled to be selected as one of the podcasts to exhibit at “Listen Up, Brooklyn!” this Saturday, March 14. 🎉🙌 Come hang out with us at the Brooklyn Public Library from 7-9:30 pm. There will be 20+ other podcasts plus a series of talks from top podcast producers. It’s going to be a blast! It’s FREE — RSVP @ https://www.bklynlibrary.org/event-series/listen-up-brooklyn Hope to see you there!!!
Exciting News w/Brittany Lee | A New Show!
March 05, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutesWe have some exciting news to share about a new show on the Stories from the Run Podcast! Joining us for a second time is Brittany Lee to discuss a new show on the SFTR podcast. In her original episode, we talked about her blog called Stories from the Start and decided that we should mix the peanut butter with the chocolate and join forces to share even more inspirational stories. Take a listen to hear what's to come...we think you're going to dig it!
Training While Pregnant - Effects Coaches Can Have On You | Ayumi Nagano
February 27, 2020 10:00 - 50 minutesIf you’ve ever trained with a coach, you know that they can have a big impact on you in a good way and a bad way. If you’re wondering what’s it like running with a foreign being growing inside you our guest is going to fill you in. We have a truly amazing woman who is a High School teacher and Cross-country coach who's already inspiring the next generation of runners and empowering women through fitness. She’s also going to teach us what Diastasis recti is. We call it #empoweringwomen #payatte
Overcoming an Eating Disorder – Empowering Each Other | Brittany Lee
February 20, 2020 10:00 - 49 minutesIn today 's episode we have a truly amazing badass, Brittany Lee, who has the courage to discuss the struggle that it takes to get yourself to the start of something new and turn your life around. From overcoming an eating disorder, to reevaluating your life so you can be a positive role-model for your child., this one is truly inspirational. We're gonna call it #storiesfromthestart #noexcuses... Let’s get to it. Apply to be a guest: www.storiesfromtherun.com Follow us on IG @storiesfromtherun
Carrying Poo in the Australian Outback & Other Ultra Gems | Zandy Mangold
February 13, 2020 14:20 - 48 minutesHave you ever woken up and thought, hey, I’ve never run an ultramarathon, how about I sign up for a multi-stage ultra in the Australian Outback? What could go wrong? If you want to know what not to do, our next guest is your man. He also won the 6-stage Atacama Crossing in Chile, so he kinda knows what to do as well. I haven’t laughed this much during a taping. Maybe it was the cold and flu medicine, or maybe there were some gems in there. You have to decide. We call this one #digdeep #just...
Donating a Kidney is What Got Me Running - A Real Human of New York | Ben Chan
February 06, 2020 22:00 - 44 minutesWhat made you start running? I’ll bet it probably wasn’t the same reason as our next guest, Ben Chan, who got into running for quite possibly the most humane reason. Now, he runs ultras and shares some of his lessons learned like, why you shouldn't go to the bathroom in a thorn bush. If you’re in New York City, you’ve probably seen him around in the cold only wearing his leopard print shorts. Speaking of cold, I have a nasty one, so please bear with me. We call this one #hypothermia #humansofn
Overcoming Your Demons - Building Confidence & Crushing Your Goals | Kaitlyn DiBello
January 30, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutesHave you ever felt like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Do you have doubts about your running ability? In today’s episode, we have Kaitlyn DiBello and she is going to tell you how she overcame her demons to prove that no matter where you come from - with hard work and love you can achieve anything We call this one # confidence # crushing goals. Let’s get to it. Apply to be a guest: https://www.storiesfromtherun.com Follow us on Instagram and Facebook: @storiesfromtherun
Family/Running Balance - Zero to Marathon in 3 Years | Robin Lester Kenton
December 21, 2019 16:48 - 44 minutesWere you the last to be picked in gym class, convinced you would never be a runner? Did you start running later in life then decide to run a marathon while trying to make time for training, work, and two children? Today, we have Robin Lester Kenton and she is going to tell you how she went from zero to marathon in 3 years while juggling family, work, and training. We call this one #balance #perseverance. IG & FB: storiesfromtherun Thank you to all our supporters for making this podcast pos...
182 Marathons & Ultras without a “Runners Body” | Lara Gonzalez
December 21, 2019 16:13 - 39 minutesHave you ever felt like you’re not really a runner, or you don’t have a stereotypical runner’s body or talent? Do you feel that being a back-of-the-pack runner makes you less of a quote-unquote runner? In today’s episode, we have Lara Gonzalez who has completed over 182 marathons & ultra-marathons and she is going to change the way you think about yourself as a runner. We call this one #persistency #breaking stereotypes. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook: @storiesfromtherun
Determination & Redemption - Achieving the Sub-4 Marathon | Jennifer Herr
December 21, 2019 05:57 - 17 minutesHave you ever struggled to hit a particular race goal, sometimes even for years? Have you been frustrated by injury or setbacks and couldn’t quite close the deal time after time? In today’s episode, we have Jennifer Herr and she is going to tell you how she overcame these challenges to crush her goal of a sub-4 marathon. We call this one # determination # redemption. Apply to be a guest: https://www.storiesfromtherun.com Follow us on Instagram: @storiesfromtherun and the same on Facebook.
Welcome to Stories from the Run
December 01, 2019 01:44 - 56 secondsWelcome to Stories from the Run. What can you expect from the show?