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As the year comes to an end, I thought it would be fun to highlight excerpts from some of the most downloaded episodes from the previous 12 months. 2024 was packed with amazing guests, from dietitians, coaches and authors to everyday and elite level road and trail runners. Youâll even hear the voice of my former co-host Kim Sankey in many of the clips from the first half of the year and I want to take this time to give her a shoutout for helping me guide many of these powerful and important conversations.
For all of you devoted podcast fans out there, let this episode be a reminder of your favourite lessons from your favourite guests. For those newer to the show, consider this a mini Cliff notes version of 2024, which will hopefully entice you to mine through the archives and dig into episodes you may have missed.
172. Val Schonberg | Fueling for the Menopause Transition (SPONSOR: Canadian Masters Athletics Menopause Series 6/6)173. Dave Proctor | Author of Untethered: The Comeback Story of One of the Longest Fastest Runs in History185. Priscilla Forgie | Finding My Fire190. Natasha Wodak | On Missing the Olympic Marathon Standard204. Jessica Wylychenko, RD | Fueling Your Next Marathon PR211. John & Carolyn Coffin | Chicago Marathon Recap (The Bodily Fluids Episode)219. Jeff Cunningham & Polly Moody | On Polly's 2:44 Marathon PB in Chicago
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Sarah Carroll is a former social worker turned personal trainer, run coach and nutritionist who specializes in helping others move and fuel their bodies through her Winnipeg-based business, Underdogs Coaching. As a former competitive bodybuilder, Sarah struggled with body dysmorphia and disordered eating patterns that negatively impacted her health, and today sheâs passionate about helping athletes celebrate everything their bodies CAN do by building healthy and sustainable habits.
In this episode we cover everything related to getting started (or re-started) with running, including:
Identifying your WHY Setting goalsAssessing your schedule Structuring training to avoid injuries (Hint: it most likely includes some walking!)Essential gear Tracking appsFueling & strength training considerations, and of courseKeeping it fun!Sarah sprinkles in many of her own personal experiences with running. But the big take home point is to not overcomplicate it. Running can be a simple and affordable sport if you want it to be, but you can rest assured knowing that once you have the basics established, there are an almost infinite number of ways to make it more complex and expensive in the future (if you so desire)!
7 Functional Movement Patterns for Building Strength
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Instagram: @underdogs_coachingWebsite: underdogscoaching.com
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Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles Instagram: @inspiredsolescastCarolyn's Instagram: @carolyn.c.coffin
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41-year-old Polly Moody is back â along with her new coach, Jeff Cunningham â to break down her brilliant run at the 2024 Chicago Marathon.
Polly was on the show just after she and Jeff began working together in the summer, and despite having to hit the ground running and overcome a few significant challenges in training, their teamwork prevailed. Polly managed to shave close to two minutes off her personal best from 2023 and run a blazing time of 2:44:38, which was good enough for 4th Canadian and 6th in her age group.
Jeff is a man of many eloquent words and by the end of this conversation, youâll not only get a sense of how funny he is, but also how much he cares for and believes in his athletes.
Relay Podcast | Marathon SZN: Beware of the Dragons
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Instagram: @mommytosubthreeInspired Soles: 2:46 Masters Marathoner on Overcoming Injuries & SetbacksConnect with Jeff:
Instagram: @jdcunningham97 @cunninghamrunningWebsite: cunninghamrunning.comConnect with Carolyn:
Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles Instagram: @inspiredsolescastCarolyn's Instagram: @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to [email protected].
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Ana Laura Fray is an outstanding 47 year old masters runner who grew up in Mexico but now lives north of Toronto. She took up running in her mid-thirties but her marathoning career really started to take off after turning 40. She broke 3 hours for the first time at age 41 and by 44, sheâd improved to her current personal best of 2:46. Over the past three years sheâs been chasing 2:45 and despite getting into shape several times, she keeps coming up a bit short. This prompted her to reflect on the âAge Is Just a Numberâ platitude that surfaces whenever an older person accomplishes an impressive feat of athleticism.
In this conversation we unpack the nuances behind this statement. Of course itâs true that there are athletes over 40 achieving personal bests and running incredibly well, but itâs also true that we donât see 80 year olds at the Olympics in any sport. At some point age comes into play for all of us, and Ana is navigating the unknowable question of whether her fastest days are ahead of her, or behind her. But as long as her training stays strong and she finds joy in the process, Ana is not ready to retire from trying any time soon.
Resources we discussed in the episode:
Age-gradingPodcast series on female athlete considerations through perimenopause, menopause and beyond (sponsored by Canadian Masters Athletics)Connect with Ana:
Instagram: @analau_77Episode 160: 2023 P'Tit Train du Nord Marathon Winner
Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles Instagram: @inspiredsolescastCarolyn's Instagram: @carolyn.c.coffin
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StĂ©phanie TĂ©treault is a 38-year-old runner, lawyer, wife and mom-of-two children ages 9 & 6. With six weeks until the Twin Cities Marathon â an early October race sheâd had her eye on for the better part of 18-months! â StĂ©phanieâs family received the devastating news that her vibrant & energetic 67 year old father had been diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. As disorienting as this period of time was, StĂ©phanie chose to keep on training with full awareness that she might not get to toe the start line in Minneapolis.
This is a deeply vulnerable & personal story about love and loss, and the role that running can play during dark times. Like a familiar friend, it provided Stéphanie with a source of comfort and a sense of control amidst an otherwise chaotic & confusing phase of life.
For something so universal, grief is not talked about nearly enough and this ranks up there as one of the most important & impactful conversations Iâve had on the show yet!
Anderson Cooper's All There Is podcast with Andrew Garfield
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Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles Instagram: @inspiredsolescastCarolyn's Instagram: @carolyn.c.coffin
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Jessica Wylychenko is a competitive runner and Registered Dietitian who is based out of Winnipeg but also offers her nutrition services online through her company, Speed & Savoury. Jessica was on the show in August outlining how to fuel for a marathon PR and she took her own advice to heart at the Chicago Marathon, running her way to a 2-minute PR of 2:52:09, which also placed her 9th Canadian female overall.
In this episode we focus on the concept of nutrition periodization, or adjusting what and how much we eat based on the volume or intensity of training. We start by outlining how to approach fueling in the weeks after a goal race, and move into fueling considerations for an indoor track season. We discuss the benefits of tracking macronutrient consumption versus adopting a more visual approach through the concept of an âathlete's plate.â We cover special considerations for older athletes or those dealing with an injury, including how to deal with weight gain.
There is a lot of information packed into this hour and Jessica shares many of her own experiences with training & Injury, which is really valuable.
Instagram: @speed_and_savouryWebsite: https://www.speedandsavoury.com/Ep 204: Fueling Your Next Marathon PR
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Iâm thrilled to introduce two incredible masters athletes, Bob Cox & Karla Del Grande.
Bob is a 64 year old distance runner from Winnipeg whose favourite distance is the marathon and Karla is a 71 year old sprinter from Toronto who specializes in anything from 60 to 400 meters. Karla also happens to hold numerous Canadian and World Records at these distances, was honoured as the World Masters Athlete of the Decade for 2010-2019, and was recently inducted into WMA's Gallery of Champions for her achievements and as an ambassador of masters athletics.
In this episode, we dive into Canadian Masters Athletics â what it is, who itâs for, and how you can get involved. We explore the many opportunities to compete locally, provincially, nationally, and even internationally, with a spotlight on the upcoming indoor masters national championships in Winnipeg March 1-2, 2025.We talk through the many benefits of stepping onto the track as well as common reservations that might be holding you back.
At the heart of masters track and field is the joy of staying in shape, reconnecting with a youthful spirit, being part of a supportive community, and setting and achieving personal goals. We hope this conversation inspires you to join us this winter in Winnipeg.
Register for CMA Indoor Nationals in Winnipeg, March 1-2, 2025Inspired Soles interview with Canadian running pioneer, Diane Palmason
Resources we discussed in this episode:
Instagram: @karla.delgrande, @bobcox42, @canadianmastersathletics35Facebook: Karla, Bob, CMA Facebook groupIndoor Champs in Winnipeg: canadianmasters.caTeam Canada Info + Bulletins
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Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles Instagram: @inspiredsolescastCarolyn's Instagram: @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to [email protected].
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Alex Cyr is a 29 year old competitive runner originally from Prince Edward Island but who now lives and works in Toronto. Despite running for most of his life at a very high level, Alex just made his debut in the half marathon and has never run a marathon, which leaves many people bewildered and has become the inspiration for some of his content as a digital creator.
In this episode we talk in depth about one of his recent reels called âWhy Donât You Run a Marathonâ? where he brilliantly captures the tension that can exist between the self-serious performance-minded runner and the runner who treats races more as bucket list items. Both of these characters have an important place in the current running boom, but this video highlights just how misunderstood they can feel by one another. No matter which runner you identify most with, we hope you can appreciate the humour in this exchange.
Alex is a freelance journalist whose work regularly appears in The Globe and Mail, Macleanâs, and Toronto Life. He holds a personal best of 14:26 in the 5k and 1:05:58 in the half marathon.
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Instagram: @cyrsey_10 & @marathon.handbookWhy Don't You Run a Marathon reelWebsite: marathonhandbook.comConnect with Carolyn:
Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles Instagram: @inspiredsolescastCarolyn's Instagram: @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to [email protected].
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The 2024 Chicago Marathon is in the books! Johnny and Carolyn Coffin were both fortunate enough to take part in this yearâs race and they are here to break it down in detail â perhaps too much detail! đ€Ș
Johnny ran out of his mind for a monster PB of 2:39:47. Carolyn was gunning to break her 2015 PB of 3:21:55 and if it werenât for a particularly cruel 3-minute bathroom break she would have done it. She finished 2 minutes and 16 seconds shy of her goal in 3:24:11 so weâre calling this an unofficial PB with an asterisk. đ©
In this episode we delve into our training & preparation, fueling plans, and mental strategies when things got tough in the race, but we also air quite a bit of dirty laundry, both literally & figuratively! We hope you find this episode equal parts educational & entertaining, but without a doubt this is the most vulnerable piece of content we have ever produced!
Relay podcast re: Chicago marathon race strategyMarathon SZN: Beware of the DragonsUncovering Your Marathon WHY: A Case Study with Carolyn Coffin
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Previous Inspired Soles episodes:EP 202: Paris Olympic Track & Marathon Recap EP 55: Road to the 2021 Boston MarathonEP 12: Slow the BLEEP DownInstagram: @bestjohnnyeverConnect with Carolyn:
Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles Instagram: @inspiredsolescastCarolyn's Instagram: @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to [email protected].
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Dana Mayberry is a dedicated 49 year old runner from Winnipeg who took up the sport almost 10 years ago. After taking almost 30 minutes off her marathon PB at CIM in 2022 with energy to spare, she started to believe that maybe someday she could qualify for the Boston Marathon.
For the past two years sheâs been on a quest to not only qualify for Boston, but to run enough of a magical/mystery buffer to grant her entry into the 2025 race (when she will have just turned 50). On Sept 8, 2024, she ran the Georgina Marathon 7 minutes and 34 seconds faster than her BQ, but had to wait two more agonizing weeks before she would learn that it was, in fact, enough (by 43 seconds!)
Dana went to great lengths to âcontrol the controllablesâ in her qualifying races. Some might call it extreme, but I think it demonstrates her total commitment to a challenging goal and unwavering belief in herself to achieve it. I dare you to listen to this story and not be inspired to go all-in on your next goal!
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Waldo Cheung is a Calgary-based physiotherapist and instructor for The Running Clinic. Waldo has a unique passion for helping runners navigate their way back from injury to their chosen sport, but as a dedicated runner himself, he understands runners on a deep level. Not only is he an expert in managing soft tissue injuries, but heâs also an amateur programmer whoâs developed innovative tools to help clinicians monitor their clientsâ progress and keep them actively engaged in their recovery journey.
Waldo has a knack for taking research studies and communicating the findings to a layperson in easy-to-understand language. In this episode, he shares what the research says about running-related pain, including the neuroscience behind why we experience it and how to manage it, particularly during the taper.
Instagram: @rehabinapinchWebsite: physiotools.ioLinkedIn: rehabinapinchWaldo's previous Inspired Soles episode (174): Shoes, Technology, Research & Masters Running
If youâve been running for any length of time then youâve undoubtedly had the odd ache or pain pop up at an inopportune time. If that sounds like you, then this is a conversation you wonât want to miss.
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Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles Instagram: @inspiredsolescastCarolyn's Instagram: @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to [email protected].
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42 year old Canadian marathon record holder Natasha Wodak is back!
This is Natasha's 3rd time on Inspired Soles and since we last spoke just four months ago, sheâs competed in numerous road races across Canada and even went over to Australia for a half marathon. She recently announced that she will be running the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon on October 20th, which serves as the Canadian Marathon Championships. In addition to the many meaningful reasons she chose this as her goal fall race, itâs a full circle moment since this is where Natashaâs marathoning career began back in 2013. And as youâll hear in the episode, she is a completely different athlete and person than she was 11 years ago.
We touch on the CBC Documentary, Running a Revolution, where Natasha's attempts at making the 2024 Paris Olympic team were featured prominently . Even though her Olympic dream did not become a reality this time around, it gave her the opportunity to be a special analyst on the CBC broadcast team.
This was a fun and unique episode where I gathered several listener questions. We go all over the map talking about hair crimpers, enthusiast fans, and cats on the putting green! We hear about her approach to nutrition, her friendly rivalry with Malindi Elmore, and what she finds so inspiring about the everyday runner. She leaves us with a beautiful message for those who didnât get into the 2025 Boston Marathon.
CBC Gem Documentary: Running a RevolutionEp 190: On Missing the Olympic Marathon StandardEp 124: Canadian Marathon Record Holder
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Instagram: @tashawodak
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Landon Hildebrand is an Edmonton-based Registered Psychologist who loves working with athletes. As a trail runner himself, he can relate to his competitive clients and help them develop mental tools to thrive in their sporting environments. He and his wife own and operate Approach Psychology in the heart of Edmonton, but they can often be found sponsoring/volunteering at local ultramarathon races. How cool would it be to roll up to an aid station that not only offers physical aid, but mental & emotional aid as well?!
If you want to learn to perform better under pressure, then this is the conversation for you. We cover:
What mental resilience is and how it differs from âpositive thinkingâThe importance of knowing your whyHow our attachment style & self-talk impact the way we handle stressHow to tap into joy as a motivatorWhy he has a gut reaction to the phrase âRunning is my therapyâAnd how to work through common scenarios a runner may face such as taper tantrums, pre-race nerves, and pushing through when a race gets hard.Landon brings a refreshing amount of humour to this important topic and I hope it helps you to put some of his great advice into action in your own running life.
Instagram: @approachpsychology and @landon_ approachpsychWebsite: approachpsych.ca
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Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles Instagram: @inspiredsolescastCarolyn's Instagram: @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to [email protected].
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Lynsey Romano is the founder of Skyline Run Coaching, a virtual coaching business based in Airdrie, Alberta. Since 2017, Skyline has been a leader in online coaching, offering personalized and evidence-based running and strength training plans to over 120 athletes. With a team of six professional coaches, Skyline is dedicated to helping athletes not only achieve their goals but also enjoy the process of long-term development in the sport.
Lynsey is an accomplished runner who recently broke the 3-hour barrier in the marathon, and today, sheâs here to share her expertise on a critical topic for marathon success: tapering.
In this episode, we dive into the art and science of tapering for the marathon, including:
What exactly is a taper?How much could it improve your performance?When to start your taper and how to balance volume and intensity.Nutrition and hydration strategies.Strength training adjustments during taper.The importance of rest and recovery.How to manage pre-race anxiety.Common mistakes to avoid, like overdoing your final workouts.And how to tailor your taper based on individual factors like experience level.This conversation is packed with actionable insights and is one youâll want to return to before every marathon.
Connect with Lynsey
Instagram: @skylineruncoaching Website: runcoach.orgResources we discussed in the episode:
Lynsey's first appearance on Inspired Soles: Why Runners Can't Afford to NOT Strength Train Fueling Your Next Marathon PR with registered dietitian Jessica Wylychenko
Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles Instagram
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Every July, brave runners from Western Canada and around the world descend upon Crowsnest Pass, Alberta for Sinister 7, one of several popular events within the Sinister Sports umbrella. Sin 7 boasts a 50k, 50M, and 100M ultramarathon, as well as a 7-person 100M relay. Each race takes runners through âthe most rugged, remote and beautiful terrain in Albertaâs stunning Rocky Mountains.â
This interview features two prairie girls who made the trip west for 2024âs race. Brandy Adolphe, a 3:15 marathoner and past Inspired Soles guest, was making her ultramarathon debut in the 50k. And Cat Brown, even though no stranger to the 50M distance, was tackling this daunting course for the first timeâŠwith a known ankle injury! Despite facing some challenges on the day, both ladies finished with huge smiles on their faces. And they even managed to make this hilly, grueling event sound ⊠fun!
If youâve been thinking of adding Sin 7 to your 2025 bucket list, this chat may help to make up your mind.
Brandy: @brandyadolphe3Cat: @therunningkat
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Brandy's first interview on Inspired SolesSinister 7 Ultra
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Jessica Wylychenko is a Winnipeg-based Registered Dietitian who specializes in helping runners optimize their performance through her company, Speed & Savoury. With fall marathons on the horizon, Jessica shares essential strategies for marathoners to effectively manage their fueling and hydration, aiming to prevent injuries, maximize training gains, and ensure a strong performance on race day â any beyond! Her advice is practical and actionable, so youâll walk away with a clear understanding of what to consume, as well as when and how much.
Throughout our conversation, Jessica draws on her experience as a competitive runner. After facing a series of injuries & setbacks in 2019 due to unintentional underfueling, she relied on her expertise to develop a tailored nutrition strategy along with advice from her coaches for strength and run planning. This approach paid off, allowing her to shave nearly 15 minutes off her marathon PR, achieving an impressive 2:54 at the 2024 BMO Vancouver Marathon.
Instagram: @speed_and_savouryWebsite: https://www.speedandsavoury.com/Fueling the Fall Marathon (virtual course Sept 9th): https://www.speedandsavoury.com/product-page/fall-2024-half-full-marathon-group-coachingFood Tracker: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/
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Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles InstagramYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to [email protected].
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For anyone who may be experiencing Olympic withdrawal like I am, fear not, this episode is for you!
How the heats are selectedWhich lanes are the bestThe etiquette when it comes to being lapped in a raceWhether you should say 5000 meters or 5kWhat makes a track fast, andWhat it means to "make a move" or "go through your gears"?
We get to relive many of the memorable races from the 2024 Paris Olympic Games alongside one of Canada's elite distance runners and two-time Olympian in the marathon, Reid Coolsaet.
Reid was first on the show to celebrate our 100th episode and he also happens to be my coach, so I wasn't shy about asking all of my silly questions about racing at the global level, and in particular how championship style racing differs from going for a fast time. We get into why the athletes who lead a race often don't win and, conversely, why some who hang back for most of it end up victorious.
Have you ever wondered:Reid answers all of these questions (and more!) while weaving in stories from his own career of racing at a high level. He even makes a case for why recreational distance runners might consider jumping into some 1500's on the track! đ
Instagram: @reidcoolsaet & @coolsaetgoCoaching: https://coolsaetgo.run/
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I don't know about you but my family has had a very exciting couple of weeks taking in all of the Olympic action from Paris, and joining me to break down our highlights and takeaways from the athletics program is my husband and two-time Inspired Soles guest, Johnny Coffin.
Jakob Ingerbrigsten's song
We don't claim to be experts but I think it's fair to say that we are track & field super fans so we had a thing or two to say about the phenomenal performances we just witnessed on and off the track. We tried to keep this episode short but were unsuccessful (not once but TWICE! đ) so you might want to save this one for your next long run!
Resources we discussed in the episode:Connect with Johnny:
Previous Inspired Soles episodes:Road to the 2021 Boston MarathonSlow the BLEEP DownInstagram: @bestjohnnyeverConnect with Carolyn:
Email me with guest ideas: [email protected] Soles InstagramYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to [email protected].
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Have you ever been told that you need to âknow your WHYâ when it comes to running and racing? What does that even mean and how do you figure out your WHY? Thatâs the topic of todayâs discussion and Iâve brought on a special guest to help uncover my personal reasons for racing the Chicago Marathon on October 13, 2024!
My special guest is none other than former Inspired Soles co-host and knowing-your-WHY advocate, Kim Sankey! (I didnât even make it one episode of solo hosting before inviting her back again :-)
My hope with this episode is that youâll walk away with tools to discover why you run or race. Because as Kim said in our 200th episode, knowing your WHY is ⊠everything.
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Today weâre celebrating our 200th episode of Inspired Soles and we couldnât think of a better guest host than fellow physio, running coach, podcaster and trusted friend of the pod, Dr. Duane Scotti from the Healthy Runner Podcast.
Duane expertly guided this emotional rollercoaster of a conversation, which kicked off with a pretty huge announcement about whatâs next for Inspired Soles. From there we laughed and cried while reminiscing about the 200 meaningful conversations weâve been fortunate to have over the past four years. We covered:
What weâve learned as hostsWhich guests surprised us mostHow the podcast has impacted our own runningThings the listeners might not know about us (including our own fears!), andWhat we hope to be remembered for.Resources we discussed in the episode:
Duane's past episodes:Return to Running Safely After Time OffIt's All About That Base (Training)SPRAK Your Training With PrehabWhy Road Runners Should Try TrailsDuane Celebrates 200 Episodes with Carolyn CoffinVideo of Carolyn's winning DWTS dance to "Candyman"Ihor Verys | Mantario Trail FKT Record HolderDiane Palmason | Canadian Women's Running PioneerKim & Carolynâs Running InsecuritiesJessica Drakul | From Booze to BostonHeidi Schmaltz | Exploring Your EdgesYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to [email protected].
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