In this deeply personal episode, I’m opening up about my journey with weight, body image, and strength. I’ve recently started tracking my weight again, something I haven’t done in years. What I’ve discovered? I’m the heaviest I’ve ever been, but I also feel the most capable and resilient. From high school insecurities to embracing a body that’s run 200 miles, I share how my perspective has shifted and why my 2025 motto is Resilient AF . 👉🏻 Click here to snag a spot in the ANNUAL TRAINING PLAN ...
Nov 29, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 249
In this episode, we’re tackling a common challenge: feeling stuck in confusion about your training and racing goals. If you’re letting indecision slow you down, this is your wake-up call! Key Takeaways: Plan Your Year: Outline your races, prioritize them, and map out weekly training objectives. Think Big Picture: Avoid week-to-week planning—focus on long-term goals. Get Clarity: A detailed plan answers key questions like mileage, training focus, and priorities. Balance Training with Life: Accoun...
Nov 22, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 248
In Episode 247, we’re diving into the essentials of building a solid running base as you prepare for your 2025 race calendar. After planning and mapping out the races and training season, it’s time to focus on creating a strong foundation for the months ahead. Base building is a dedicated phase, typically taking 12-16 weeks, where you work on establishing endurance, consistency, and low-intensity stamina. This period is separate from your official race training plan and serves as the groundwork,...
Nov 15, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 247
I recently visited a family member in the hospital and it brought up a bunch of stuff for me around why running and self care are so important...and I want to share those thoughts with you here! I also want you to ask yourself a very important question when you're planning your 2025 training. 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF I ...
Nov 08, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 246
In this episode, we’re diving into the best strategies to plan your 2025 training and racing season before the holiday rush. I’ll guide you through a step-by-step process to map out races, set key dates, and organize your year in a simple spreadsheet. Whether you’re still undecided about which races to tackle or you’re ready to commit to an A-race, this episode will help you lock in a realistic timeline and avoid starting the year feeling behind. Grab a pen, open a note, or bookmark this episode...
Nov 01, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 245
I just got back from a 2.5 week cross country road trip to Moab. One of the reasons that we went was so that I could volunteer at the Moab 240. I've got lots of experiences to share with you, plus some tips & tricks for anyone that would like to volunteer at a race like this! 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RU...
Oct 25, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 244
Sometimes it's a slippery slope from 50k to 100 miles. That is definitely true of my guest today, S'te Elmore. If that name sounds familiar to you, that's because she was just on the podcast (episode 235.) I would highly recommend that if you haven't listened to that yet, that you go back and do it before you hit play on this episode. (There's lots of background information there!) 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBO...
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 243
Raise your hand if you have an injury that just won't go away. In this episode, I'm sharing my past and current injury status and some of the strategies that I've used to overcome the physical, mental, and emotional components of getting injured and rehabbing your way back. 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR...
Oct 11, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 242
If you're on the fence about doing a 50k, this episode is for you! Listen in as I chat with my client Chelsea about her recent 50k finish at the Marquette 50k. She went from being someone who had to work really hard to be "sporty" to finishing her first 50k on one of the toughest, most challenging courses in the US. 👉🏻 Click here to follow Bromley Books on Instagram 👉🏻 Click here to check out their website 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK H...
Oct 04, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 241
Have you ever wondered what it's like to run across an entire country? Well Diana Hall is back to tell us about her 10 day adventure running 209 miles across Iceland. Make sure you listen to Episode 219 BEFORE this so that you have all the background information. Enjoy! 👉🏻 Click here to follow Diana on Instagram & see pictures from her adventure 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAG...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 240
Have you ever had an ultra freak out? You looked at your training and thought: "There's no way..." I got an email from a listener a while back who was concerned about her ability to complete a 50k when (at the time she emailed me) couldn't run more than 5 miles at a time. Here's what I told her: 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF...
Sep 20, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 239
Last weekend I did a trail Ragnar event with a few friends of the podcast. We entered as a 4 person ultra team (obviously) and this episode is a recap of the shenanigans that ensued! Hope you enjoy! 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM...
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 238
If there's one thing that I've noticed about successful ultra runners, it's their ability to fight. Fight through physical discomfort, fight through the ups & downs of training, and fight through fear and self doubt. In today's episode, I'm going to share some thoughts, experiences, & observations that will help you develop this "must have" skill of fighting through. 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROU...
Sep 06, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 237
I can't believe that I'm about to say this, but I think I've hit perimenopause! 😮 So I thought it would be helpful for me to share my experience with you guys in the hopes it might help you navigate the process in some way. Here are some of the resources that I mentioned in the episode: Dr. Stacy Sims on Instagram Her books are: ROAR & Next Level Dr. Mary Claire Haver on Instagram Her book: The New Meno Pause Dr. Rachel Rubin on Instagram Andrew Huberman with Dr. Stacy Sims Hit Play Not Pau...
Aug 30, 2024•45 min
I have been trying to get this lady on the podcast f-o-r-e-v-e-r! Thankfully, she finally agreed and I know you guys are really going to enjoy this conversation. I've been working with S'te for a year now and she's an amazing human. She has served in the navy, raised 9 kids (and countless foster kiddos), and survived not one but 2 SCAD heart attacks....oh and did I mention that she's also run a bunch of ultras?! Listen in as we discuss all this and more! 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 235
Listen as I share two separate stories (from my clients) about their race experiences and some unsafe conditions. My objective isn't to scare you, but rather, to help you be more prepared and to be more empowered to adovcate for yourself if you feel things aren't being handled safely. 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF I HELPED Y...
Aug 16, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 234
In this episode I'm chatting with newly minted ultra runner: Jodi Horon. Jodi is a member of the She Runs Ultras crew and we've been working together for a few months now. Although she's been a runner nearly all her life, only recently did Jodi consider doing an ultra...and when she puts her mind to something it's definitely getting done! Just a head's up: the audio for this episode is low so you're going to have to turn the volume up! Enjoy! 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMAT...
Aug 09, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 233
An easy way to boost your confidence about finishing your first 50k is to do back-to-back long runs in your training. In this episode, I'm sharing a few tried & tested strategies to help you integrate b2b runs in your ultra training plan. 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM...
Aug 02, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 232
It's not uncommon to feel a little frazzled in the weeks leading up to your first 50k, so in this episode I'm giving you my #1 tip to help you show up focused and prepared for your race! 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM...
Jul 26, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 231
The temperatures here in the Northeast have been consistently in the 80's & 90's for about a month now, which isn't normal for us. So, I've really had to "up" my game when it comes to running in the heat. In this episode I'm sharing 6 simple strategies that will help you stay cool and avoid heat exhaustion (or worse, heat stroke!) Plus, we're also going to talk about heat acclimation training...and at the end I go on a little rant 😆. Enjoy! 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTI...
Jul 19, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 230
Are you burning time and wasting energy with a crappy run stride? Are you tripping all the time? Do you come home spent and sore from your runs? If you answered YES to these, perhaps it's time to take a look at your stride. That's what we're going to dive into today. In this episode we're discussing 5 components of your stride and what they should look like in order for you to become faster and more efficient on the trails. 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOL...
Jul 12, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 229
This week I wanted to bring you another My First 50k episode featuring my client, Jodi. But we had a lot of technical difficulties and ultimately had to push that recording to later in the week. This got me thinking about how we handle challenges (in life or in training) and how we often use the excuse: "I don't know how" or "I've never done that before" as a way to justify staying small and not going outside our comfort zone. In this episode I want to share an analogy that will help you to find...
Jul 05, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 228
Taking care of your feet is an important part of being a successful ultra runner. In this episode I'm giving you my best tips for how to proactively take care of your feet to help you avoid the dreaded blister! 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM...
Jun 28, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 227
I made a list of the core values that I want to express through this podcast, my coaching business, and in my life. I wanted to share them here with you in the hopes that it might spark you to do the same if you were feeling lost or uninspired when it comes to your training. Hope you enjoy! 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF I HE...
Jun 21, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 226
If you've ever compared yourself to someone else in a way that left you feeling like a failure, this episode is for you! Comparison can be done in a way that builds you up rather than always breaking you down. Today's episode was inspired by conversation I had with a client who was having "one of those days" where nothing was going in her favor. A comment she made to me about how "everyone else was doing all of these amazing races, and I've not even done my first 50k yet" screamed comparison and...
Jun 14, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 225
Jordana Edelstein is back! And in this episode we're talking all things body image, perimenopause, longevity, and quality of life. If you're entering that "phase of life" then you're definitely going to enjoy this episode because we talk about specific strategies that you can use when it comes to: what to eat, what to wear, and how to think about your future self! Enjoy! Follow Jordana on Instagram Check out her website Book a 1:1 consult with Jordana 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET TH...
Jun 07, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 224
Feel like your training is all over the place? You lack direction and you can't get any traction or make any progress? THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! In this episode I'm giving you 5 tips that will help you streamline your training so that you will be more consistent and get better results! 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF I HELPED YOU R...
May 31, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 223
In this episode I'm chatting with newly minted ultra runner, Robie Sullivan. Robie is a member of my private coaching group and the journey to her finishing her recent race is filled with lots of ups & downs. 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM...
May 24, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 222
If you're feeling scared, nervous, worried about your upcoming race - do this with me! In this episode I'm going to take you through a short visualization exercise that you can do to help you manage your mind so that you can show up and race confidently! Make sure you some place where you can be comfortable and undisturbed for about the next 20 minutes. Enjoy! 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ...
May 17, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 221
One of the hardest lessons that I've had to learn in ultra training is how to make choices. Now this might sound silly, but learning how to make choices that help you continually grow and level up is more challenging that you think! In this episode I'm sharing some thoughts & experiences that will help you assess your own decisions & choices so that you can go to the next level in your ultra training! 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ⭐️ GET THE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ➡️ CLICK HE...
May 10, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 220
