Keith Troutman is a former professional baseball player who spent eight years in the minor leagues after playing collegiately at Spartanburg Methodist College. He joins us on the Do Hard Things Today podcast to talk with Coach Katie and Jed about his journey in baseball - and in his faith.
Jan 09, 2025•56 min
Are you headed for the Dopey Challenge or the RunDisney Marathon? There are some BIG changes in store! On today's Do Hard Things Today podcast, join Perfect Dopey Kevin Harrison as he takes you through the course, breaking down the changes that might be causing runners some anxiety. What's good, what's bad, and most of all what's new on the course, on today's episode.
Nov 27, 2024•34 min
How many times have you heard it? "I'm just so stressed out." On today's Do Hard Things Today podcast, we'll take a look at what causes stress in your day-to-day life, and some ways to help you deal with it.
Nov 18, 2024•59 min
On today's Do Hard Things Today podcast, join Kevin and Coach Katie as they talk to Kamilla Whitney, franchise owner of Lean Kitchen in Spartanburg and Boiling Springs. She'll tell you about the importance of meal planning and the availability of nutritious, balanced, ready-to-eat products for athletes, people getting into fitness, and much more. Lean Kitchen offers 25-30 options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and even allows customers to build their own eal packages. And Kamilla isn't just a...
Oct 31, 2024•52 min
Whether you're stuck in your progress or just branching out to try something new, growth is the key to success. On today's Do Hard Things Today podcast, Coach Katie will give you a quick look at five ways to grow in our Five for Friday series.
Oct 18, 2024•10 min
On today's Do Hard Things Today podcast, join Kevin, Coach Katie, and Dr. Stephanie Machacek, Doctor of Clinical Nutrition and Certified Nutrition Specialist, as they discuss the importance of nutrition. Dr. Stephanie discusses her background and her approach to nutrition and nutritional training, including specific needs for female athletes, needs for teams, inflammation, gut health, and how everything ties in together. You can learn more about Dr. Stephanie - and schedule a free 20-minute cons...
Oct 15, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Want to feel more confident? On today's Do Hard Things Today Podcast, we'll tell you five ways to boost your confidence, including the way you walk, the friends you keep, the rest you get, and even how you talk to yourself. Join Kevin and Coach Katie as they tell you how to increase your confidence today!
Oct 11, 2024•9 min
On today's Do Hard Things Today podcast, we continue our conversation with Dr. Stephanie Morgan. Today, she'll talk to us about her career and particularly her specialization in pelvic health - what it is, and why it's important.
Sep 25, 2024•33 min
Today on the Do Hard Things Today podcast, Kevin Harrison and Coach Katie Malone discuss how to get faster as you train for longer runs. From finding fast friends to other speedwork strategies, today is all about FAST!
Sep 20, 2024•14 min
With just more than three months to go until the Run Disney Dopey Challenge, Perfect Dopey Kevin Harrison takes you through popular race strategies so you can decide which one is right for your races. Plus, training tips on how to go fastert and more, on today's episode of the Do Hard Things Podcast!
Sep 16, 2024•39 min
Today on the Do Hard Things Today podcast, we're joined by Stephanie Morgan, a former accomplished high school and collegeiate runner and all-around athlete. Post-partum, Morgan decided to get back into running, and shares with us her journey from that decision to qualifying for and competing in the Boston Marathon. Now, she's an aspiring triathlete. This week, we'll hear about her back ground. In the coming weeks, we'll talk about how Morgan is helping others.
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr
Bicycle Safety is a serious issue for fitness riders, made even more so by recent accidents. Today, join Kevin Harrison, Coach Katie Malone, and special guest Michael Forrester as they discuss best practices, the importance of proper gear, and many other aspects of bicycle safety for your training rides.
Sep 05, 2024•43 min
How do you break a bad habit? From making better plans to making better decisions, our Five For Friday with Kevin Harrison gives you a quick start on how to break those bad habits - and how to build good ones.
Aug 09, 2024•13 min
Listen to our interview with "Perfect Dopey" Kevin Harrison as he shares tips and encourages you on your journey. Race strategy, calming anxieties, and the magnitude of a Run Disney event are all topics of today's conversation.
Jul 29, 2024•31 min
Set a goal. Smash it. Repeat. There's a lot more to it than that. But you should still celebrate your training successes. Join Katie, Kevin, and guest Abby Russell as they talk all things training on today's episode.
Mar 04, 2024•36 min
Join Katie and Kevin today as they explore SwimRun, a unique, two-person event that relies on teamwork as much as athleticism. They're joined by Herbert Krabel of SwimRun NC, and Katie's race partner Abby Russell to cover all aspects of the SwimRun experience!
Feb 26, 2024•47 min
Join us as we talk with Carolina Paredes Cox, who shares real-life inspiration, life advice, and wisdom.
Feb 12, 2024•54 min
If you're talking to yourself, it might as well be an intelligent conversation. On today's Five for Friday episode, we'll talk about several things you should be telling yourself right now.
Feb 09, 2024•12 min
People experience burnout often feel like they have nothing left to give, and may dread getting out of bed each morning. They may even adopt a pessimisitic outlook toward life and feel hopeless. On today's episode, we'll talk about how to identify the signs of burnout, and hopefully teach you how to deal with those signs and avoid full-blown burnout in your own life.
Feb 05, 2024•1 hr
Today's list is so helpful, we couldn't limit it to just five! Here's a look at why you might be stuck on your journey to lose weight, and what you can do about it.
Feb 02, 2024•13 min
Today, we'll look at a couple of first time experiences in the WDW Races. From a first-ever 5K, to a weather-shortened but still successful half marathon, to the completion of an 11th-straight Dopey Challenge, it's all right here.
Jan 29, 2024•43 min
This week, we'll take a look at five ways to break bad habits, along with suggestions on decisions you can make to start creating good ones.
Jan 26, 2024•10 min
"If you fail to plan, you plan to fail." That's an old standard, but it's often true. It's also not as easy as buying a planner and getting to work. Planning your year takes honest evaluation and an intentional mindset. This week's episode details some of our successes - and some of our struggles - and can help you get started.
Jan 22, 2024•56 min
On this week's Five For Friday, we'll take a look at how you can manage and change your eating habits and your relationship with food.
Jan 19, 2024•15 min
Join Katie, Kevin, and event Co-Founder Michael Williams as they talk all things Winter Challenge - from how to get there, what to prepare for, and ho you can learn to kayak! Get ready for this winter's event right here.
Jan 15, 2024•38 min
Is social media making you ANTI-social? It easily can. On today's episode, we look at how to avoid social media traps and use the medium as it was intended.
Jan 08, 2024•49 min
Five for Friday returns this week, with five quick tips on how to prioritize your health in the new year.
Jan 05, 2024•10 min
Today, we're approaching running for total beginners. From a consult with a healthcare professional, to starting with walking and building a base of fitness, to time and distance goals, we'll cover it all here. Form, stretching, breathing, and focusing on consistency over outcome are all a part of today's program. Get ready to get out the door and get started!
Jan 02, 2024•39 min
Are you frazzled in the morning? Running late? Out of time? Embracing a morning routine is the key to starting the day on the right foot, and starting the day with a win. So whether it's 4AM or a little later, a good start is vital to the outcome of a good day. On today's episode, we discuss our morning routines, and how to get started on yours.
Dec 26, 2023•1 hr
Are you looking at what's ahead of you, and what you can control, or are you sending your time constantly staring in the rearview mirror? On today's episode, we explore why you should always be looking forward.
Dec 18, 2023•34 min