Strong Runner Chick Radio
206 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratingsSRC Radio by Strong Runner Chicks aims to educate, empower, and connect women-identifying distance runners. We believe that there is no one-size fits all approach to running and that everyone has a story to tell. Through our podcast, we strive to further this mission through conversations with runners of all backgrounds, as well as leading experts on a variety of topics and coaches in the field. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strong-runner-chicks/support
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Episode 153: Keely Henninger, Nike Trail Athlete, on Prioritizing Health, Fueling Up, and Tackling the Trails
January 18, 2021 13:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBKeely Henninger is a trail and ultra runner who loves to explore the mountains and seeks to educate, coach, and empower female athletes to be the best they can be. She has raced around the world, been on Team USA, named to the top 10 Ultra Runner of the Year, and holds multiple wins and national championship titles at prestigious races including Lake Sonoma and Chuckanut. However, at the end of the day, she still will never be faster or fitter than her pup, Jade. Social: @runwidkeel Topic...
Episode 152: Research on Eating Disorders in Sport and Athletes with Dr. Paula Quatromoni
January 11, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBDr. Paula Quatromoni is an Associate Professor of Nutrition and Epidemiology at Boston University and Chair of the Department of Health Sciences. She is a Registered Dietitian, a senior consultant for Walden Behavioral Care, and one of the leading experts on eating disorders in athletes. Dr. Quatromoni's research includes a focus on eating disorder prevention and treatment. She has published several papers featuring both clinical care and qualitative research on recovery experiences of athle...
Episode 151: Year-End Recap, Including 2020 Highlights, Lessons, and Intentions for the 2021 New Year!
January 01, 2021 19:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBHappy New Year, SRC! We made it to 2021, and wow, has this past year been a doozy! While it's certainly brought its challenges, it's also taught us a lot of lessons that we can bring into the New Year. Join Megan, Kelsey, and Elena as they recap some of their favorite standout episodes from SRC Radio (guests, we love you ALL!) and share some of the lessons and intentions they are bringing into the New Year. You'll also hear a bit about what to expect from SRC and how you can join in! First ...
Episode 150: Hilary Spires of Trail Running Women Podcast on Athletics, Mental Toughness, and More
December 28, 2020 11:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBHilary is an all around sports junkie. Her perfect day would include running 50 miles, watching golf, talking baseball, and coaching hockey. Before she found endurance sports she played NCAA hockey, high level fast pitch and fought in kickboxing and BJJ. She married her ski bum husband in the beer garden in between games at a slo-pitch tournament in their dirty uniforms, and they now have a 1 year old toddler named Baker - after the mountain. She's run multiple ultras, has a handful of FKT's...
Episode 149: Jessica Rodarte on Mental Health, Battling Depression and Anxiety, and Running for a Reason
December 21, 2020 11:00 - 58 minutes - 54.3 MBJessica Rodarte was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. Her running journey started at the age of 5 when her parents signed her up for track and field. Running has always been a big part of her life. Her love for running has grown throughout the years and has led her to become a marathoner. Jessica signed up for her first marathon in 2015 which was the 30th Los Angeles Marathon. Since then she has run 5 marathons and 8 half marathons, and she has only just begun. In 2016, Jessica was...
Episode 149: Jessica Rodarte on Mental Health Advocacy, Marathoning, and Running for a Reason
December 21, 2020 11:00 - 58 minutes - 54.3 MBJessica Rodarte was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. Her running journey started at the age of 5 when her parents signed her up for track and field. Running has always been a big part of her life. Her love for running has grown throughout the years and has led her to become a marathoner. Jessica signed up for her first marathon in 2015 which was the 30th Los Angeles Marathon. Since then she has run 5 marathons and 8 half marathons, and she has only just begun. In 2016, Jessica was...
Episode 148: Kristin LaFontaine on RED-S, Diet Culture, & Nutrition Education For Runners
December 14, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn this episode, we dive into RED-S and nutrition for runners, including the rundown on RED-S and how fueling properly can help prevent and/or address it. We also discuss Kristin's running background, as well as her business and how she helps educate runners on fueling to perform well and empower their bodies for sport. Kristin LaFontaine is a health educator, nutrition coach, mama to a 15 month old son, and former collegiate distance runner turned marathoner. When Kristin looks back at the...
Episode 147: Therese Haiss on Navigating Transitions, LGBTQ+ Athletes, and Coaching
December 07, 2020 11:00 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBMore about Therese Haiss: Pronouns: she/her Ohio native (Cleveland area) LGBTQ+ community member OUTrun ambassador - platform helping with running inclusivity (focus on LGBTQ+ support) Mental health and LGBTQ+ advocate Collegiate and professional runner (University of Arkansas, Golden Coast Track Club) Topics we discuss with Therese include: Recent life updates and 2020 as a whole How she got started in running Her experience transferring in college to Arkansas in a big team enviro...
Episode 146: Katie Arnold, Author of "Running Home," on The Power of the Mind, Body, and Spirit
November 30, 2020 11:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBKatie Arnold is an elite ultra runner and the 2018 women's champion of Leadville Trail 100 Run. She's also a contributing editor and former managing editor at Outside Magazine, where she worked on staff for 12 years and created and the popular Raising Rippers column about bringing up adventurous kids outdoors. She won the 2018 Jemez Mountains 50 Mile, 2014 TransRockies 3-Day Trail Run, Jemez Mountains 50K, the Mount Taylor 50K. She is two-time overall champion and course record holder at the...
Episode 145: Mireille Siné on Running with Lupus, Prioritizing her Health + Self-Care, Public Health, & The Power of Community
November 23, 2020 11:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBAbout Mireille: I am a long distance runner based in Los Angeles. My runner's journey began after I was diagnosed with Lupus in 2013. This led me to gain control of my life and health while showing others that unfortunate circumstances don't have to stop you from achieving your goals. Since then, I've completed several marathons, half-marathons & a handful of ultra-trail marathons. I use my platform to advocate for running diversity, the empowerment of women and girls, and to raise awarenes...
Episode 144: Bri Sullivan on Tackling Life's Mountains and Creating Community
November 16, 2020 11:00 - 56 minutes - 52.4 MBBri Sullivan was born in a fly-over state and meant for the mountains! Bri is a Storyteller | Trail Runner | Mountain Lover | Founder @_wildwomenrunning Questions we ask Bri include: We know that you haven’t always been a runner and even avoided running at all costs as you were a gymnast growing up. How did running help you to find your “why” and teach you to trust your body again? Here at SRC, we talk a lot about embracing our strength, body image, and mental well-being. Is this som...
Episode 143: Alya Alghamdi on Overcoming Cultural Restrictions, Going After Your Goals, and More
November 09, 2020 11:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBAlya Alghamdi is a professional athlete, originally from Saudi Arabia, living and training fiercely, both in Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA. Her mission is to become an international track and field athlete as she competes for Saudi Arabia at the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Questions we ask Alya include: Growing up in Saudi Arabia, how did you initially get started in running? What initially drew you to the sport of running? How did early experiences inform your decision to move outside ...
Episode 142: Annie Rodenfels on Body Image in Elite Running, Gender in Sport, and Balancing Health with Performance
November 02, 2020 13:00 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MBAnnie Rodenfels is a professional runner for ASICS Greenville Track Club-Elite in Greenville, SC. She's a 3x Division 3 national champion and d3 record holder in the steeplechase. She graduated from Centre College in Danville, Kentucky with a psychology degree and minor in gender studies--both which greatly inform and influence her experience as a professional runner. Outside of racing on the track, Annie is a high school cross country and track and field coach, and a corporate wellness coor...
Episode 141: Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Daniel on Running as a Platform for Advocacy, Finding your Voice + Passion, and Intersectionality in Social Justice
October 29, 2020 12:00 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBAbout Jordan: Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Daniel is a member of the Kul Wicasa (wee-chah-shah) Lakota and a citizen of the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe. She is an advocate for Indian Country and all people. Jordan is the founder and organizer of Rising Hearts, an Indigenous led grassroots group designed to elevate awareness of Indigenous issues, and the intersectionality of all movements impacting brown, black and Indigenous communities. The group helps to uplift and center Indigenous ...
Episode 140: Kathleen Ralls, PhD, on Empowering Girls and Women Through Girls Gotta Run Foundation
October 26, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBKathleen Ralls is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts Amherst (BA), American University (MAT), and the University of Massachusetts Lowell (PhD). She is an award-winning public educator with 15 years experience in multiple states and countries including Norway, where she was a Fulbright Foundation Roving Scholar of American Studies. Prior to teaching, Kathleen was a sports writer for a local newspaper. She has coached a variety of sports including field hockey, basketball, softball,...
Episode 139: Natalie Mitchell, 3:05 Marathoner on Balancing Motherhood, Embracing Community and Inclusivity
October 19, 2020 16:50 - 46 minutes - 43.2 MBNatalie Mitchell is a Los Angeles based running coach, 12 time marathoner and mom to three athletic and zany kids. When she is not working with a client or chasing after her kids, you'll find her running on the roads or high up in the mountains near her home. Natalie also loves to cook healthy meals, bake and read in her spare time. Questions we ask Natalie include: How did you get your start in running? You've accomplished quite a bit -- from running over 12 marathons to coaching countle...
Episode 138: Erin Teschuk on Lasting Happiness and Health as Keys to Professional Running
October 15, 2020 12:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB"The greatest way to find lasting success is to find happiness and health in all areas of your life." - Erin Teschuk Erin Teschuk is a professional Canadian runner, 2016 Olympian in the steeplechase and former North Dakota State University DI athlete. She was featured in our "How the Pros Fuel" series on the blog and has been up to quite a bit since then! Questions we ask Erin include: How did you get started in running? What was growing up in Canada like? Differences in racing/training ...
Episode 137: Adrienne Langelier on Body Image, Mindset, and More
October 12, 2020 12:00 - 51 minutes - 47.7 MBToday we bring back on Adrienne Langelier, LPC, MA, and mental performance professional to discuss important topics: body image, mindset, and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strong-runner-chicks/support
Episode 136: Rebecca Mehra on Running for Oiselle, Political Activism, and Life Outside of Sport
October 08, 2020 12:00 - 47 minutes - 44.1 MBRebecca Mehra is a Pro runner for @oiselle & @runlittlewing 🏃🏻♀, Public policy nerd 🤓, Stanford Alum🌲, and lives in📍Bend, OR. “Because as a running community we seem to be far more comfortable talking about races rather than race.” - Quote from Rebecca Questions we ask Rebecca include: We just wrapped up the Oiselle Womxn Run the Vote! Tell us a bit more about this and what you’re up to! How did you get your start in running? You shared in a recent podcast with Ali (Ali on the Run) tha...
Episode 135: Coach Denise Sauriol, the Marathon Whisperer, on Marathon Training, Coaching, and Community
October 05, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MBCoach/Athlete/Motivational Speaker- Denise Sauriol Coach Denise, aka, the Marathon Whisperer™ has been coaching runners of all abilities since 2010. She started coaching after surviving a near fatal car accident. It was her way of giving back to running for what it has given and continues to give to her. She is a certified running coach through USATF & Road Runners Club of America. Denise has been running since the 4th grade and is still best friends with the sport. Back in 1994, she ran...
Episode 134: All Things Trail, Ultra, and Obstacle Course Racing with Megan and Kelsey
September 28, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBIn this episode, Kelsey interviews Megan Flanagan, Founder of Strong Runner Chicks, avid trail/OCR runner and strength/running coach. They cover obstacle course racing and trail running in more depth, including: Differences between trail, ultra, and obstacle course races -- and how to train for each How to start trail running Beginner-friendly trails in Portland, OR Gear for trail and ultra running Strength training and how to incorporate it into your routine And much more! Big thanks...
Episode 133: Sam Murphy on Coaching, Post-Collegiate Running, and Staying Patient While Pursuing Goals
September 21, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode, we interview Sam Murphy, an Olympic hopeful 800m runner for Canada training in San Diego. Sam is a Division I All-American for University of Illinois/University of Oregon and part of NCAA winning team at University of Oregon. She is looking to transition from athlete to NCAA coach over the next few years (exciting announcement in this episode!) while still chasing her own running goals. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strong-runner-chicks...
Episode 132: Rachel Naar, R.D. on Food Intolerances, Breaking Free From Nutrition Rules, and More
September 14, 2020 13:00 - 55 minutes - 51.5 MBIn this episode, we chat with Rachel Naar, R.D., where we cover everything from gluten-free diets to food psychiatry and how to balance a healthy relationship with food and running. Rachel writes, "I'm a decaf coffee-loving Leo with a passion for people, places, running, Motown music, and especially health and nutrition. I enjoy long romantic walks down the produce aisle, and am a fiber fiend and tree nut-allergic smoked salmon fanatic. I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, currently cov...
Episode 131: Empowering Girls on the Run with Mavia Haight and Amy Fennell from GOTR Portland
September 07, 2020 12:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBWelcome to this episode with GOTR PDX (Girls on the Run Portland) members, Mavia Haight and Amy Fennell! We discuss how and why they joined GOTR, what keeps them involved, how they're adapting during COVID-19, the work they do to support girls, how you can get involved, and more! Learn more about GOTR Portland at: https://www.girlsontherunpdx.org/ Join us next Sunday, September 13th at 4:30 PST for a Girls Running Book Club Discussion: EventBrite link. Oiselle Womxn Run the Vote Relay: J...
Episode 130: Erin Menefee on Qualifying for the Olympic Marathon Trials after Open Heart Surgery
August 31, 2020 12:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBErin Menefee is a 2020 Olympic Trials Qualifier, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with an incredible story to share about how she qualified for the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials. You can read her article at RunnersWorld.com and follow her on Instagram @emenfee. Our SRC hats bonus deal has been extended through September... Anyone who leaves a quick iTunes review (and sends us a message) will receive 30% off a SRC cap! We'll also be drawing for a free cap on a qu...
Episode 129: Danielle Snyder, LCSW, on Self-Talk, Shifting Mindset, and Ultra Running
August 24, 2020 20:26 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MBDanielle is a licensed social worker, running coach, and mindset coach. Through her business, Inner Drive Athlete, Danielle helps athletes with mental training, including self-talk, discovering their strengths, run coaching, and more. You can find more about Danielle at https://innerdriveathlete.com/ or on Instagram @diellesmells. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strong-runner-chicks/support
Episode 128: Elizabeth Carey on Being a Writer, Runner, Coach, and Author of Girls Running
August 17, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBElizabeth Carey is a freelance writer and running coach. Her work has been published by The New York Times, Runner's World, Trail Runner, PodiumRunner, and DyeStat, and her first book is due out in August (GIRLS RUNNING, VeloPress). Her running journey started in 1999 on the Cleveland High School track team in Oregon. She ran Division I cross country and track for Columbia University and has coached at all levels of the sport. She explores trail and ultrarunning in Seattle, Washington, where...
Episode 127: Alana Sesow on Pursuing a Love for Running, Collegiate Experience, and Becoming More Than a Runner
August 13, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutes - 48.9 MBAlana Sesow is a photographer, blogger and recently retired college runner from Lincoln, Nebraska. In May 2020, Alana graduated summa cum laude from Augustana University (S.D.) with bachelor's degrees in journalism and media studies. This fall, she plans on volunteer coaching cross country for her alma mater, Lincoln East High School, while continuing to impact the running community through mentorship and storytelling. Though Alana faced several athletic setbacks at Augustana, she now consi...
Episode 126: Shoshana Gordon on Healthy Exercise, Positive Body Image, and Empowering Young Girls
August 10, 2020 12:00 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MBShoshana is dedicated to helping individuals make healthy lifestyle changes. She is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, ACE Certified Group Exercise Instructor and holds a Master’s in Social Work. Two of her areas of focus are 1) working with youth to help them create, develop and lead balanced lives; and 2) helping individuals who feel stuck, or like they’ve tried everything, find new ways to motivate and/ or challenge themselves to meet their goals. Shoshana's background includes working wi...
Episode 126: Courtney Dauwalter on Ultra Running, Training Intuitively, and Staying Positive
August 03, 2020 12:00 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MBIn this episode, we interview ultra running legend Courtney Dauwalter, where we chat about training without a set schedule, listening to her body, staying mentally positive, and conquering new challenges! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strong-runner-chicks/support
Episode 125: Courtney Dauwalter on Ultra Running, Training Intuitively, and Staying Positive
August 03, 2020 12:00 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MBIn this episode, we interview ultra running legend Courtney Dauwalter, where we chat about training without a set schedule, listening to her body, staying mentally positive, and conquering new challenges! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strong-runner-chicks/support
Episode 124: Margaret Spring on Trail Running and Creating a Strong Community
July 27, 2020 11:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBIn this episode, we chat with Margaret Spring (@runner4cake) about her running career, life, creating a community of women runners, and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strong-runner-chicks/support
Episode 123: Obsie Birru on Being an American-Ethiopian, Finding the Why and Joy in Running, and Giving Back to the Community
July 20, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBObsie Birru is an Ethiopian born American raised, enrollment adviser at university, graduate student, 5x NAIA National Champion, 18x All American, and part of team USA 2018 Pan American Cross-Country team. You can connect with her on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/obbirru/ Questions we ask Obsie Include… How did you get your start in running? What was the collegiate transition like? How did you make this choice? You mentioned that your coach cared about you as a “person first,...
Episode 122: Empowering Women Athletes Panel with Carolyn Su, Lucy Bartholomew, Natalie Mitchell, Shawanna White, and Tessa Chesser
July 13, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBThis episode is part of our Summer 2020 Virtual Race Series, with the theme "Why I Run." Check out our virtual race series HERE. Our incredible lineup of women panelists include: Carolyn Su (creator of @diversewerun) Lucy Bartholomew Natalie Mitchell Tessa Chesser Shawanna White Be sure to give each of them a follow! Episode Partner: This episode is brought to you in part by empowering women-brands, including plant-based protein, FEM Protein Powder. Give them a follow @femprotein...
Episode 121: Cortney Berling, R.D., Military Spouse, Mom, and Owner of Eat Well Perform Better LLC.
July 09, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBCortney Berling is a military spouse, mom to 8 month old Carly, and entrepreneur of Eat Well Perform Better LLC. She is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Certified Group Fitness Instructor. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Dietetics and a Masters in Public Health. Cortney ran track and cross country at The University of Cincinnati and has continued to run competitively for Prado Racing Team in San Diego and the Western Mass Distance Project. In addition to her own ...
Episode 120: Ariane Hendrix on Running a sub-2:45 Virtual Marathon, Setting Big Goals, and Repping Altra Footwear
July 06, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutes - 39.7 MBAriane's Bio: "I’m originally from Ventura, CA but recently moved to Detroit, MI. I have a twin sister and my mom is a back-up singer for Barry Manilow. I went to high and junior college in California before spending 1 year at UNC Pembroke on a basketball scholarship and then transferring to Minot State in North Dakota to finish my career and become and all-American. I am a tech rep for Altra footwear. After trying out for the pros overseas and not making a team, I fell in love with running...
Episode 119: Becky Hagedorn on the Joys of Coaching, Learning for Life, and Normalizing Mental Health
June 29, 2020 12:00 - 39 minutes - 36.9 MBBecky Hagedorn is a 23-year old finishing her master’s degree in occupational therapy from Xavier University. In addition to her academics, Becky has the privilege of being an assistant cross country coach at her alma mater, Ursuline. Becky began running track and field her sophomore year at Ursuline and then expanded to run cross country as well. Recently, Becky paired her two passions, running and mental health, to plan a 5k race that centered around ending the stigma surrounding mental il...
Episode 118: Randi Whitley on Finding Community in Trail Running, TransRockies, and Believing in Yourself
June 22, 2020 16:04 - 52 minutes - 48.9 MBRandi is an adventurer at heart. Calling Colorado and the trails that wind through it home, Randi thrives exploring this great world with her own two feet. Ultra running is her primary discipline and she enjoys embracing the process of training - the countless hours exploring, getting lost, challenging herself, and seeking new adventures. While she spends the majority of her time running, she also enjoys traveling abroad with her husband, backpacking and skiing with their husky pup, and lear...
Episode 117: Melody Fairchild on Empowering Girls Running, Standing Up For Yourself, and Keys to Longevity
June 15, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBMelody Fairchild, one of America’s fastest high school girl runners ever, has spent the last two decades empowering girls with tools and self-knowledge to remain healthy, happy runners. Melody takes a comprehensive approach to life and running. She addresses the unique issues adolescent girls face in today’s culture, as well as the latest research on training and nutrition. Her first book, co-authored With Elizabeth Carey, is due out in August. Titled “Girls Running,” it is a comprehensiv...
Episode 116: Black Girls Run CEO Jay Ell Alexander on Community Building, Breaking Down Barriers, and Bringing Women Together
June 10, 2020 21:17 - 56 minutes - 52.6 MBThis week we're featuring Jay Ell Alexander, CEO of Black Girls Run. You can find more information and visit their website at https://blackgirlsrun.com/ Mission: Black Girls RUN! wants to encourage African-American women to make fitness and healthy living a priority. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 80% of African-American women are overweight. BGR! wants to create a movement to lower that percentage and subsequently, lower the number of women with chronic diseases associated w...
Episode 115: Paige Carter from Usually on the Run talks Collegiate Running, Loving the Process, and Enjoying Every Moment
June 01, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 34.9 MBBio: From Paige: "I was born and raised in San Diego! I've always loved running from a young age and it was always something I did for fun growing up. My Dad and my brother were both runners and I looked up to them a lot so I think my interest for the sport started there. I competed in lots of track meets in elementary school but I started youth xc/track in 7th grade and that’s when I really fell in love with the competitive aspect of the sport. I ran xc/track at San Marcos High School wher...
Episode 114: Jess Parker from Form in Focus on Identifying as a Runner, Getting Started, and Her Grit Coaching Guide
May 25, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBBio: Jess is a tooth nerd turned lover of movement. She’s a Pacific Northwest native who spends as much time as possible on trails with her two dogs and traveling, when the world isn’t on lockdown. She works as both a dental hygienist and a run and lifting coach. She lives to teaching fellow badass ladies how to run and lift their way to an empowered life. Connect with Jess @forminfocus on Instagram or visit her website, www.forminfocus.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters....
Episode 113: Marie Markham and Robyn McGillis of Wildwood Running on Coaching the Female Athlete
May 18, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBMarie and Robyn are long-time runners and high school coaches in the Portland, Oregon area, as well as the founders of Wildwood Running. They have a clinic in August 2020 called Coaching the Young Female Distance Runner. In addition to their coaching and upcoming clinic, they offer a variety of opportunities to bring athletes and coaches together to discuss important topics in our sport. Connect: You can learn more about them and sign up for their clinic at https://wildwoodrunning.com. --...
Episode 112: Rachel Belmont on Conquering Your Fears, Ultra Running, Skydiving, and Giving Back
May 13, 2020 12:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBRachel's Bio: Rachel is a 23 year old accelerated nursing student at Rutgers New Brunswick, a competitive Ultramarathoner, and a Licensed Skydiver. She has run a variety of race distances, ranging from marathons on 4/7 of the continents (in remote locations like Tunisia and deserts of Jordan) to 100 miles (most recently, she completed the 2019 Keys 100 miler and won the 2019 NJ One Day 24 Hour Race-finishing 106 miles after walking the last 2.5 hours with a hurt foot). Some of her biggest u...
Episode 111: Haley Markos, Podcast Host of Triple Knot, on Collegiate Running, Mental Health, and Sharing Stories
May 11, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 42.4 MBHaley Markos is wrapping up her final weeks as a student at Smith College in Massachusetts where she completed four years of cross country, three years of track, and one year of swimming. A New Hampshire native, Haley started competitive swimming and running in fifth grade and pursued triathlon throughout high school. While pursuing her degree in engineering, Haley explored her interest in making physical activity more inclusive through research in prosthetics and wearable robotic devices. ...
Episode 110: Ragen Chastain on Body Size and Privilege, Ditching Fatphobia, and Health at Every Size
May 07, 2020 12:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBRagen was scheduled to be a guest at our 2020 SRC Retreat and will now be a speaker at our June 2021 Retreat -- while we are bummed to have to postpone, we are beyond excited to have her joining us! Learn more about her below. Bio: Ragen Chastain is a speaker, writer, and thought leader in the fields of Body Image, Health at Every Size, Inclusion In Sport, and Corporate Wellness. She is the author of the blog DanceswithFat.org, the book Fat: The Owner's Manual, and co-founder of the Fit Fa...
Episode 109: Alayna Horvath on Investing in Life, Her Path to Becoming an RD, and Finding Gratitude
May 04, 2020 13:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBAbout Alayna: Alayna Horvath is a young, forward-thinking Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer. She has been dedicated to helping others with their health after her father's passing from colon cancer as a child, and therefore, has spent most of her life studying nutrition. As a long distance runner herself for more than ten years, she is passionate about educating female endurance athletes how to properly nourish their bodies and minds to run their absolute best, without restr...
Episode 108: Emma Zimmerman on Eating Disorders, Sustainability, and Changing Conversation into Action
April 30, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBEmma is a writer and activist currently based outside of Chicago. Through her writing, Emma explores topics of women in endurance sports, sustainable farming, and environmental justice. Her work has been featured in Women’s Running, the Sacramento Press, and Girl Talk HQ. Originally from the East Coast, Emma is thrilled to return to New York to pursue an MFA in Nonfiction Writing this fall. You can follow her on Instagram @emma_zimmerman or at uprooteddiaries.com. --- Support this podcast...
Episode 107: Rachel Rae Drake on Paving Your Own Way, Finding the Joy in Running, and The Magic of Community
April 27, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBRachel’s Bio: Rachel is in the 23rd grade at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon. She spent the first 17 grades in Minnesota, originally at White Bear Lake High School and eventually the University of Minnesota. She is currently pursuing her MD/PhD focusing on fat metabolism in infants and intends to specialize in pediatrics/neonatology. Running has taken different forms throughout the years, but currently she is enjoying running with friends in wild places with Nikes on ...
Episode 106: Haleigh Fisher on Mental Well-Being, Eating Disorder Resources, and Handling Tough Times
April 23, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 30.5 MBHaleigh Fisher is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Dallas, Texas. She owns a private practice, Grapevine Wellness Center, where she specializes in working with those struggling with eating disorders as well as with athletes. Her passion to work with eating disorders and athletes grew out of her own struggle with anorexia and her experiences with collegiate running.She describes herself as being a joy seeker, a trail running adventurer, a celebrator of food, an artist and a lover of peopl...