Podcasts by Not Your Average Runner, A Running Podcast

277. How to Nail Your Running Form from 2022-12-01T07:00

This week, I’m sharing my head-to-toe overview of how to nail your running form so you can avoid those dreaded injuries and start seeing some amazing results. You’ll hear why continuously adjust...

276. 3 Powerful Takeaways from the Run Your Best Life Texas Retreat from 2022-11-24T07:00

Tune in this week to discover the jaw-dropping realizations that happened during the Run Your Best Life retreat. I’m sharing what it means to ‘choose your ass’ and why it’s so important, how to ...

275. 3 No-Bullshit Steps to Finish 2022 Like a Boss from 2022-11-17T07:00

Join me this week for some tough love on finishing 2022 strong so you don’t have to survive the last six weeks of the year, but make it your b*tch. I’m sharing three no-bullshit steps that might...

274. So You F*$@ed Up, Now What? from 2022-11-10T07:00

I’ve been working with some clients recently on planning for their goals in 2023. But we can’t have a conversation about goals without talking about failure, what it means to us as runners and h...

273. Running While Black with Alison Mariella Désir from 2022-11-03T06:00

This week, I’m so excited to introduce you to endurance athlete, activist, and mental-health advocate Alison Mariella Désir. When Alison was at rock bottom, searching for meaning and structure, ...

272. Are You Ready to Train for a Half Marathon? from 2022-10-27T06:00

This week, I share the brutal reality of training for a half marathon. You’ll hear how to identify if you’re ready to train, what to expect during the training period, the dangers of approaching...

271. Coach Jen's BIG Announcement! from 2022-10-20T06:00

Five years ago, Jen walked us through her first-ever marathon experience. Safe to say, she didn’t love it. Well, she’s back today because she’s doing it to herself all over again. A lot has chan...

270. How to Make the First Mile Easier from 2022-10-13T06:00

This week, we’re talking about the first mile of your run and how it feels like ass most of the time. Tune in to discover three reasons why the first mile of your run usually always fee...

269. Running After Weight Loss Surgery from 2022-10-06T06:00

If you’re one of the dozens of people who have requested an episode on running after weight loss surgery, it’s your lucky day. Some of my clients have had this surgery, and they’re generously gi...

268. Living in a “Less Than Perfect” Body with Shannon Hennig from 2022-09-29T06:00

In a world that is highly fatphobic and skinny is seen as the epitome of health, fat people experience biases and stigma that not only feel terrible but have real consequences. Shannon Hennig is...

267. How to Ask for What You Want When You’re Fat from 2022-09-22T06:00:10

I experienced something recently that got me thinking about how conditioned we are to blame ourselves when we don’t fit someone else’s expectations. It happens on airplanes with seatbelts, and i...

266. Three Must-Do Self-Care Tips for Runners from 2022-09-15T06:00:43

Join me this week to discover my top three must-do self-care tips so you can keep mentally and physically fit to run and enjoy it. You’ll learn why self-care isn’t just about the physical side o...

265. Body Image in Athletes with Jane Pilger from 2022-09-08T06:00:18

If your lived experience of your body is one that’s currently centered around rejecting, bypassing, or ignoring it, listen in. Food freedom and body trust coach, Jane Pilger, is offering her top...

264. Pain: The Mind-Body Communication Worth Paying Attention to with Deb Malkin from 2022-09-01T06:00:05

If you’re a runner with knees, hips, ankles, and a spine, listen in. My guest this week is Deb Malkin, a fat chronic pain coach and former massage therapist who is committed to helping people fe...

263. Live Your Dreams as the Person You Are Right Now with Slow Fat Triathlete Jayne Williams from 2022-08-25T06:00:42

Tune in this week for a conversation with the inspirational Jayne Williams. Jayne is walking us through writing her groundbreaking book, why she never could have predicted the impact it would ma...

262. Fueling Your Body Through Menopause with Elizabeth Sherman from 2022-08-18T06:00:10

Tune in this week to discover how to fuel your body through menopause. I'm joined by health coach for women in mid-life, Elizabeth Sherman, to discuss the physical and mental impacts of menopaus...

261. Break Up with Dieting for Good with Jen Madden from 2022-08-11T06:00:41

This week, I have badass anti-diet coach and my close personal friend, Jen Madden, here to show you how, if you want to lose weight and gain health, whatever that means for you, dieting is simpl...

260. Taking Autism and Running with It with Angela Lauria from 2022-08-04T06:00:07

This week, I'm chatting with my friend and book coach Angela Lauria. For years, Angela and I have talked about our weight-loss journeys, she identifies as fat, she’s a triathlete, but most recen...

259. 100-Miler Training and Lessons Learned with Debby Hershberger from 2022-07-28T06:00:49

This week, I quiz one of our Run Your Best Life members, Debby Hershberger, on all things 100-miler training. She’s sharing the planning and training that has gone into preparing for her race, h...

258. How to Stay Accountable to Your Training Plan from 2022-07-21T06:00:15

If you’ve ever set yourself a big goal and then tanked halfway through working on it, tune in this week. I'm sharing why wanting to give up doesn't mean you're lazy, and my 3-step process for ch...

257. The Half Marathon That Changed My Life from 2022-07-14T06:00:56

Tune in this week as I tell the story of the half marathon that changed my life. I’m sharing why signing up for a race is never going to provide enough motivation to carry you through months of ...

256. Re-Run: Self Defense for Runners with Carrie Mugridge and Jimmy Golden from 2022-07-07T06:00:50

In light of the recent bullshit decision to overturn Roe v Wade, I think we could all really use a little empowerment in our lives. This week’s episode has been pulled out of the archives becaus...

255. Sierra Swofford’s 100-Mile Ultra: How It Went from 2022-06-30T06:00:40

If you want some insight into the how-to of participating in a 100-mile Ultra, you’re in the right place. Sierra Swofford is back for an update on how her preparation played out when it was fina...

254. Why Running While Fat Won’t Ruin Your Knees with Alex Ellis from 2022-06-23T06:00:03

In this episode, mobility coach and wellness expert Alex Ellis takes me on a deep dive into knee pain, knee health, and maintaining knee strength and mobility. If...

253. How to Navigate Health Setbacks with Julie Anna Johnson from 2022-06-16T06:00:50

Why are you telling yourself you can’t be a runner? Is it because you think you’re “too old” or because you have too many health or injury-related issues?

My guest this week is J...

252. Redefining Rest for Runners with Marissa McKool from 2022-06-09T06:00:49

This week, I'm joined by Marissa McKool, a former public health leader turned career and life coach who helps public health professionals change their relationship to rest. And if there's anythi...

251. Your Post-Divorce Comeback: 3 Reasons Running Helps with Sade Curry from 2022-06-02T07:00:09

Listen in as Sade Curry shares her insights on the three reasons running helps you come back even better and stronger after a divorce. She’s offering some of the most important questions we have...

250. 7 Challenges Larger Runners Face and How to Get Past Them from 2022-05-26T06:00:36

Discover the biggest challenges you’re facing as a larger-bodied runner, and how to get yourself up and running anyway. I’m sharing all of the physical and mental obstacles you’ll come across as...

249. What Consistent Exercise Really Looks Like from 2022-05-19T06:00:38

What exactly does it mean to be a consistent exerciser? This week, I show you what consistent exercise really looks like and invite you to question how different your running experience could be...

248. 3 Simple Ways to Stay Motivated from 2022-05-12T06:00:58

Summer is almost here, and this is the time of year a lot of folks decide to start running or step up their training with a race in mind. So, this week I’m giving you three mindset hacks to help...

247. Showing Off Your Skin, Spandex, and Confidence with Style Coach Judith Gaton from 2022-05-05T06:00:05

This week, my guest is the fabulous Judith Gaton, a style and life coach for curvy women who teaches them how to dress and love the body they’re in right now. She's back on the podcast ...

246. How to Recover from Injury Without Losing Your Sh*t from 2022-04-28T06:00:55

Discover how to take some of the stress and frustration out of injury recovery. I’m sharing my three-step process for recovering in a way that is physically and mentally healthy, and I’m giving ...

245. Why Running in Alaska Should Be On Your Bucket List with Kim Ryals from 2022-04-21T06:00:05

Join me this week as Kim Ryals, owner and founder of Run Alaska Trails, entices us with the running scene in Alaska. If you’re anything like me, I know you’re going to want all the details on wh...

244. 4 Steps to Creating Your Badassery Manifesto from 2022-04-14T06:00:23

This week, I’m teaching you how to create your own badassery manifesto. It’s time to lean into your confidence, bask in your uniqueness, and get loud about your a...

243. Tired AF? from 2022-04-07T06:00:25

Tune in this week to figure out why you’re tired AF and what you can do about it. I’m sharing how we berate ourselves into doing even more despite already being exhausted, why this never solves ...

242. How to Get Up and Running from 2022-03-31T06:00:24

Tune in this week for all the details about Up and Running. I’m walking you through how we support you in getting started with it and feeling awesome about yourself along the way. I’m giving you...

241. Representation, Diversity, and Being a Sexy Athlete with Any Body with Roz The Diva from 2022-03-24T06:00:59

Tune in this week to discover what really makes someone an athlete and Roz’s inclusive approach to training her clients. We’re discussing how Roz fell in love with pole dancing, and the empowerm...

The Start Running Challenge from 2022-03-18T06:00

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240. Body Image for Runners with Kara Loewentheil from 2022-03-17T06:00:33

If you love the race but hate the photos of yourself crossing the finish line, you’re in the right place. This week, hear from master certified life coach and feminist rockstar, Kara Loewentheil...

239. How to Process a DFL or DNF from 2022-03-10T07:00:19

This week, we’re talking about how to process a DNF, DFL or a DNS. For those of you who don’t know, DNF stands for Did Not Finish. DFL means Dead Fucking Last. And a DNS means Did Not Start.

238. Sierra Swofford’s 100-Mile Ultra: Race Day Preparation from 2022-03-03T07:00:55

Join us this week as Sierra walks us through the last steps of her 100-mile race preparation. She’s been pushing herself for months in training, and now she’s here to discuss fueling strategies,...

237. 5 Unexpected Things New Runners Need to Do from 2022-02-24T07:00:51

This week, I'm unpacking some of the things that stop people from really taking themselves and their running journey as far as they can go, and showing you some simple solutions. I’m also sharin...

236. 5 Myths About Running While Fat (&Why Fat Isn’t a Bad Word) from 2022-02-17T07:00:04

Tune in and buckle up because I’ve got some things on my mind and I need to share them. I’m discussing why I believe fat is the perfect neutral descriptor, and why the other terms people use to ...

235. The 4 Basics of Exercise Fueling with Corinne Crabtree from 2022-02-10T07:00:05

Corinne is talking us through her journey with starting to exercise, and what she’s realized about the role of exercise when it comes to weight loss. We’re discussing the emotional side of movin...

234. 6 Ways to Have Your Best Race Ever from 2022-02-03T07:00:55

Tune in this week as I offer 6 ways to have your best race ever! You’ll discover everything you need to know about race day etiquette, getting your pre-race prep on point, and some vital things ...

233. Are You a Real Runner? How to Stop Doubting Yourself from 2022-01-27T07:00

One thought I hear all the time in my community is: “I’m not a real runner.” You look at other runners and doubt your validity because you don’t think you’re good enough, and this week,...

232. Half Marathon Training for Beginners from 2022-01-20T07:00

Join me this week to find out if you’re ready to start half marathon training! I’m walking you through my guidelines for how to know if you’re ready to start half marathon training, because star...

231. 8 Easy Ways to Think Like a Runner from 2022-01-13T07:00

This week, I’m speaking to all of you Rebels who don’t consider yourselves real runners. Whether it’s because you do run-walk intervals, aren’t “fast enough,” or always finish last in a race, th...

230. What to Do if You’re Not Making Progress from 2022-01-06T07:00

Discover what to do if you currently believe you’re not making progress. I’m sharing how to reframe the whole idea of working towards a defined goal, so you can start to see the progress that yo...

229. 4 Mistakes You’re Making with Your Resolutions from 2021-12-30T07:00

I have set 66 New Year’s resolutions in my life, and I failed 64 of them. If you can relate, tune in this week to discover the four most common mistakes we make w...

228. The Power of Maybe from 2021-12-23T07:00

Discover why I believe impossible goals are so worth chasing. They are the biggest growth opportunities you have, and while I know you might be swimming in overwhelm and the likelihood of defeat...

227. How to Get Started Again After a Break 2.0 from 2021-12-16T07:00

Discover the best way to get started running again after a break (it’s way simpler than you might think). I’m sharing how to take the mental drama out of this whole situation, how to plan your c...

226. Embracing Fear with Kim Strobel from 2021-12-09T07:00

Kim Strobel is giving us a masterclass on embracing fearlessness. She’s letting us in on her experience of living with fear, the role of our thoughts in creating bullshit fear stories, and how s...

225. The Ultimate Runner’s Gift Guide from 2021-12-02T07:00

Listen in this week for my ultimate runner’s gift guide! I hope there’s something on this list that catches your attention, and if you’ve been contemplating what to get your loved ones this year...

224. How to Coach Yourself 2.0 from 2021-11-25T07:00

This week, I give you the secret to the universe in the form of this coaching model. Using it will highlight exactly why you might be struggling in any area of your life, and show you the way fo...

223. Is 20 Seconds of Running Enough? from 2021-11-18T07:00

When I teach beginners how to start running, I have them running for 15 to 30 seconds, followed by a minute of walking, repeated 10 times. And the first question I get almost every single time i...

222. How to Stop Feeling Obsessed with Food with Renae Saager from 2021-11-11T07:00

This week, Renae is sharing how she helps her clients heal and gain clarity on their thoughts about food and body acceptance. We’re discussing what an obsession with food looks like, and Renae i...

221. Creating Epic Running Adventures with NYAR Ambassador Rachel Hart from 2021-11-04T06:00

This week, I quiz Rachel on all the epic running adventures she’s had so far, and how she’s preparing for her next one. She’s sharing the personal evolution she’s experienced since becoming an N...

220. What It Means to Be a Fat Runner with Another Mother Runner Podcast from 2021-10-28T06:00

I'm sharing a conversation I had over on the Another Mother Runner Podcast where we talked about my relationship with weight loss and my experience of creating a space for runners who feel “othe...

219. Bringing Size-Inclusivity to the Mainstream with Louise Green from 2021-10-21T06:00

Join us this week to hear Louise’s story of seeing the impact of diet culture on women and the biases plus-sized people experience on a daily basis. She’s here to share her experience of finding...

218. 3 Steps to Your Best Race Ever from 2021-10-14T06:00

There are so many traps we can fall into when we’re training for a race, so this week, I’m laying them all out so you can avoid them. I want your race day experience to end with you filled with ...

217. The Power of Mental Fortitude with NYAR Ambassador Rebecca Wallenfelsz from 2021-10-07T06:00

Tune in this week as Rebecca lets us in on the confidence she’s found since joining the community, and how she couldn’t imagine being the kind of runner she is today. Rebecca is shedding light o...

216. Bringing More Meaning to Running with Dean Karnazes from 2021-09-30T06:00

Dean’s work has changed my life, and his story of personal evolution is more than mind-blowing. So, tune in this week as Dean shares with us his incredible story of becoming a runner, the advent...

215. Rocket Scientist Turned Odyssey Runner with Melissa Carter from 2021-09-23T06:00

Join us this week as Melissa lets us in on her epic marathon adventures. Although she’s an incredible person, she too believed she wasn’t athletic or “enough” of a runner, but has since gone on ...

214. Creating Finish Lines for Women with Sarah Ratzlaff from 2021-09-16T06:00

This week, I'm sharing a fellow raging feminist and my new best friend with you all, Sarah Ratzlaff. Sarah and I discuss what it means to empower women, why this is so needed in our world, and t...

213. The Adventures of Four Rebels from 2021-09-09T06:00

This week I quiz Rachel, Sarah, Bethany, and Rebecca on their running adventures and how things have changed for them since taking the Rebel Runner Roadmap. These badass women have since become ...

212. The Easiest Way to Start Running from 2021-09-02T06:00

This week, I help you refine the basic skills you already have so you can truly love running and feel like the badass you are. I’m showing you why my approach to running differs from other coach...

211. How to Keep Going When You Want to Quit from 2021-08-26T06:00

Listen in this week as I list the red flags that signify you’re on a path to quitting, even if it doesn’t feel like it in the moment. I’m showing you the key differences between big quits and li...

210. Three Ways to Get Consistent with Your Exercise Routine from 2021-08-19T06:00

Tune in this week as I offer my top 3 tips for getting consistent with an exercise routine. I’m showing you why you might be struggling with this right now, the thoughts that might be getting in...

209. Choose Your Hard from 2021-08-12T06:00

Discover how to choose your hard in a way that serves you. I’m sharing why our brains always try to convince us to take the easy option, and then beat us up for it. When you bring your ...

208. Sierra Swofford’s 100-Mile Ultra: How It’s Going from 2021-08-05T06:00

Tune in this week for some serious inspiration. Sierra is sharing how she suffered an injury almost immediately after the last time we heard from her, and how she’s working through it physically...

207. Manifest a Great Race Experience with Cassie Parks from 2021-07-29T06:00

Discover why manifesting and the law of attraction can be incredible tools in your journey as a runner. Cassie is sharing the science behind the law of attraction, the tools she uses in the mani...

206. Making Time for Yourself with NYAR Ambassador Lisa Russell from 2021-07-22T06:00

Lisa and I discuss the thought work she applied to her running and how it impacted the intentionality with which she approaches her goals. We’re diving into the importance of making time for the...

205. Returning to Running with NYAR Ambassador Robyn Harvard from 2021-07-15T06:00

I'm interviewing one of our incredible and inspirational NYAR Ambassadors, Robyn Harvard. We’re discussing the reality of returning to running after illness and injury, some practical tips to ge...

204. Transformations of an Experienced Runner with NYAR Ambassador Cynthia Dils from 2021-07-08T06:00

Cynthia reminds you of what’s possible for you, even if you’re full of doubt right now about whether you can be a runner. She’s sharing some of the biggest lessons she’s learned from being a mem...

203. Giving Yourself a Post-Pandemic Makeover with Style Coach Judith Gaton from 2021-07-01T06:00

Judith gives you the permission you might have been waiting for to like what you like and rock it. She’s outlining the foundation of real lasting makeovers, why this is an opportunity to get to ...

202. The Science Behind Running Easy with Denny Krahe from 2021-06-24T06:00

Denny shares his take on the importance of focusing on what works for you versus trying to keep up with other people, and his experience of embracing the heart-rate training approach. The conver...

201. Confidence: The Hard Truths with Elle Russ from 2021-06-17T07:00

If you identify as shy or an introvert, you might feel like confidence is a quality that’s simply out of reach for you. But confidence isn’t only for loud, outgoing people. Today, Elle shares he...

200. 4 Lessons Learned from 200 Episodes from 2021-06-10T06:00

Find out the four biggest life lessons I’ve learned over 200 episodes of this podcast. From being unapologetically myself to failure and learning to take the first step in any endeavor, I hope y...

199. How to Set Up Run/Walk Intervals for Your Best Performance from 2021-06-03T06:00

Discover how to start running with the run-walk approach! I’m giving you everything you need to know about where to start if you’re brand new at this, as well as modifications for those of you w...

198. (Part 2) Are You Ready for Your First 5K? from 2021-05-27T06:00

If this is your first 5K, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed and nervous, but Rebels, as always, I got you. I'm sharing my best tips for following your training plan to the T, even when you don...

197. (Part 1) Are You Ready for Your First 5K? from 2021-05-20T06:00

Listen in this week to discover whether you’re ready for your first 5K! I’m laying out the top three worst-case scenarios people believe that stop them from even trying, and my tips on what to c...

196. The Domino Effect of Showing Up with NYAR Ambassador Kelsey Pavlidis from 2021-05-13T06:00

Overcoming the mental drama and stories we hold on to can often be the hardest part of anyone’s transformation, and Kelsey is sharing why this was such a big aspect of her journey as a runner, a...

195. Pushing Your Mental Boundaries with NYAR Ambassador Elsbeth Thurston from 2021-05-06T06:00

I'm chatting with Elsbeth about her running journey so far and what has contributed to some of the most transformational changes she’s experienced over the last few years. The power of your thin...

194. Half a Lap Around the Track to 50K with NYAR Ambassador Stormi Campbell from 2021-04-29T06:00

Join Stormi and I this week as I quiz her on the role running plays in her life and how her thoughts about running shifted from it being a punishment to something that feels joyful. Thought work...

193. 10 Reasons You Had a Bad Run (and How to Fix It) from 2021-04-22T06:00

When our brain starts to go down the road of, “Oh shit, running is going to be terrible from here on out,” our thoughts are going to run away with themselves, and we want to stop that t...

192. How to Shift Your Body Image from 2021-04-15T06:00

You only get one body, Rebels. There is no backup. So why not try to love it? This is exactly what I’m showing you how to do today, and I’m also addressing a few questions about whether it’s pos...

191. Why You’re Struggling to Stay Consistent and How to Fix It from 2021-04-08T06:00

Jen, Elle Dee, and I are hanging out this week to talk about consistency. We’re addressing the most common mistakes people make in an attempt to build a habit, why you might be struggling, and w...

190. Poop Bags on the Trail from 2021-04-01T06:00

Tune in this week to discover the secret to leaving other people’s opinions by the side of the road like the bags of poop that they are. I’m sharing why other people’s opinions about your runnin...

189. How to Train When You Don’t Have a Race Coming Up from 2021-03-25T06:00

Tune in this week as I share the two main concerns I’ve been seeing runners having with the lack of races, and what to do about it. Just because you don’t have any races coming up does not mean ...

188. How to Avoid Overtraining from 2021-03-18T06:00

Listen in this week as Jen, Elle Dee, and I discuss the perils of overtraining and how to spot the warning signals that you might be doing it. So many of us know the benefits of scheduling rest ...

187. Treadmill Tips and Tricks from 2021-03-11T07:00

Tune in this week as I share everything you need to know to master the treadmill. I’m guiding you through the safety precautions available to you if you currently feel super nervous about trying...

186. One Thing Missing from the Body Positivity Movement with Jen Lamplough from 2021-03-04T07:00

Listen in this week as Jen and I explore our experiences of having other people share their opinions about our body size, and how you can love yourself the way you are right now while, at the sa...

185. How to Be Nicer to Yourself from 2021-02-25T07:00

Tune in this week as I show you why the opinions and judgments you have about yourself are not facts, and how you have a choice in whether to believe your inner mean girl. I’m sharing three of m...

184. What to Do When You Feel Meh from 2021-02-18T07:00

Tune in this week as I show you why feeling the mystery blues is not a problem. We all have days where we feel lucky to muster up the energy to take a shower let alone go out and run, and other ...

183. How to Love Yourself Like a Boss from 2021-02-11T07:00

Join me this week as I share my personal self-love journey to help you apply the lessons I’ve learned to your own life. The realization that I’d fallen out of love with myself was the best thing...

182. All About Strength Training with Nancy Brown from 2021-02-04T07:00

Listen in this week as I quiz Nancy on everything strength training. We’re diving into the considerations you have to take when you start strength training as a plus-sized person, Nancy...

181. What’s Possible for You? from 2021-01-28T07:00

Join me on the podcast today to discover what it takes to achieve impossible goals, and why there is no real substitute for the belief that you will get there eventually. None of us like failing...

180. Small Changes for Big Results with Kiah Twisselman from 2021-01-21T07:00

Join us this week to hear Kiah share the keys to creating long-lasting mindset and lifestyle shifts, and what it takes to become the person who lives your dream life. We can so easily turn to a ...

179. A Conversation About Weight with Jennifer Lamplough from 2021-01-14T07:00

Listen in this week as Jennifer and I have a frank discussion about why fat-shaming can’t actually make you feel bad, why the fear of it keeps people from going after their dreams, and what to d...

178. The Rebel Runner Roadmap from 2021-01-07T07:00

The Rebel Runner Roadmap is a powerful resource that I designed to help women who think they’re too old, too fat, or too afraid get started and feel confident as a runner. If you’ve bee...

177. 7 Super Easy Ways to Start Running in 2021 from 2020-12-31T07:00

Join me this week as we say goodbye to 2020 and get prepped for 2021 with tips and hacks to make running easy and invigorating! No matter your running experience, I promise you’re going to get s...

176. 3 Steps to Level Up Your Running in 2021 from 2020-12-24T07:00

Join me on the podcast this week as I share my three steps to level up your running in 2021. I’m sharing why this process of leveling up doesn’t have to take place at any specific time of year, ...

175. How to Make Mistakes Like a Boss from 2020-12-17T07:00

Listen in this week as I urge you to get messy and allow yourself to make mistakes as you think about what you want to achieve going forward. So many of you believe that missing a training day, ...

174. Conquering 2020 Goals with Bethany Shields from 2020-12-10T07:00

Join Bethany and I on the podcast this week as we dive into her journey as a runner so far and dig into how she overcame the obstacles that seemed to keep coming up for her. 2020 has thrown a sp...

173. Can You Half-Ass Your Way to Success? from 2020-12-03T07:00

Join me on the podcast this week to discover what’s going on when we believe that our tendency to half-ass things somehow makes us a failure. I’m sharing where selective half-assing and procrast...

172. Sierra Swofford is Training for a 100-Mile Ultra! from 2020-11-26T07:00

Tune in this week to discover why Sierra has decided that now is the time she wants to run 100 miles. Sierra is sharing how she is preparing for this challenge, both mentally and physically, and...

171. Setting Audacious Goals with NYAR Ambassador Amy Loewenthal from 2020-11-19T07:00

Join us on the podcast this week to hear all about our Not Your Average Runner ambassador Amy’s journey as an athlete and her evolution from cyclist to triathlete. She makes setting huge goals a...

170. 9 Running Mistakes and How to Fix Them from 2020-11-12T07:00

Tune in this week as I outline nine of the top running mistakes that I see across the board. By showing you what these look like, you’re going to be able to get started on the right foot if you’...

169. You Failed at Couch to 5K, Now What? from 2020-11-05T07:00

Tune in today as I show you why it’s not your fault if you’ve given up on Couch to 5K, and what you can do instead. The solutions I’m offering here will help you finish your first 5K and feel re...

168. Meet Sarah Clermont, NYAR Ambassador from 2020-10-29T06:00

Join us this week as I quiz Sarah on how she got started running, what her routine looks like, and how identifying as a runner has transformed her life. She is the perfect example of someone who...

167. How to Create Your Own Training Plan from 2020-10-22T06:00

Listen in this week to discover everything you need to know about creating your own training plan. Whether you’re in the middle of training for a new distance, or you’re unsure of how to time yo...

166. Cold Weather Running Tips from 2020-10-15T06:00

Listen in this week as I share all my recommendations for winter running! Discomfort, at least for the first bit of your run, is inevitable, but I know that the tips I’m sharing with you here wi...

165. 4 Essential Steps to Planning Your Next Big Goal from 2020-10-08T06:00

Join me this week as I lay out my game-changing 4-step process that will make reaching your goals inevitable. You have to set yourself up for success on purpose, and you will find that doing thi...

164. How I Started Running Again After 3 Months Off from 2020-10-01T06:00

Join me this week to learn about my personal three-step process for getting back into a running routine after a break. Getting into a terrible headspace that keeps you stuck doesn’t have to be p...

163. Catching up with Andy Aupperle from 2020-09-24T06:00

Tune in this week as Andy and I discuss what’s been going on in this incredibly long year since he was last on the show. Andy is sharing how he’s motivating himself while there are no races to r...

162. 3 Steps to Finish Strong in 2020 from 2020-09-17T06:00

We still have three months left in the year, so I’m sharing my 3 steps that will help you finish 2020 strong and feeling good going into next year. With all the canceled races and closing gyms, ...

161. 3 Steps to Body Confidence from 2020-09-10T06:00

Many of us have decades of practicing beliefs about our bodies that have ultimately got us to a place where we think there’s something wrong with us, and this is a lie. Believi...

160. Commitment... Even When Nobody Else Is Watching from 2020-09-03T06:00

Join me this week as I show you why only you can motivate yourself, and the power of coming up with strong reasons to get what you want in life. Deciding to start this practice makes all of your...

159. Showing Up Even When You Don’t Want To from 2020-08-27T06:00

Join me on the podcast this week to discover what might be going on for you on those days when you’re just not feeling it, and why the idea that you’re only letting yourself down might not actua...

158. How to Stop Making Excuses from 2020-08-20T06:00

Listen in this week as I show you what it means to truly own your results and how you can start doing this. You always lose out when you believe your excuses, and I’m sharing the work r...

157. How to Disaster-Proof Your Running from 2020-08-13T06:00

Join me today as I share my four-step method that will help you put your exercise consistency plan in place. This is going to help you exhaust your brain of every single occurrence that could pr...

156. How to Become a Consistent Exerciser from 2020-08-06T06:00

Join me today as I lay out all the benefits of exercising consistently for your body and your mind. I’m sharing some reasons for why you might want to start doing it, and some objections that co...

155. The 3 Components of Building Consistency with Gregg Clunis from 2020-07-30T06:00

Join in on our conversation this week as Gregg shares the three main components of building consistency and how to build an identity, whether that’s as a runner or anything else...

154. Let Your Mind Run - A Review of Deena Kastor’s Book from 2020-07-23T06:00

Listen in this week as I share my thoughts on Deena Kastor’s book and some of the key takeaways that have inspired me and created pride for myself on my own journey as a runner....

153. Learning to Run at Different Paces from 2020-07-16T06:00

Listen in today to discover the power of learning to run at different paces. This includes faster and slower, which is a lot harder than you might initially think. Trai...

152. How to Create a New Running Routine as the Country Reopens from 2020-07-09T06:00

Join me today as I dive into these two common questions I’ve been receiving around post-run selfies and creating a new running routine! While these scheduling tips will help you...

151. More Race Cancellations and a Rant from 2020-07-02T06:00

Join me today as I urge you to look at our current situation with fresh eyes, to see what you can do with this unforeseen time that you might not have had otherwise! Maybe you n...

150. Run/Walk Intervals: Not Just for Beginners from 2020-06-25T06:00

Join me today as I outline why you need to use this game-changing strategy and some ways that you can play around with it. It doesn’t have to be a boring ratio that you do on ev...

149. Racism: How to Become an Agent for Change from 2020-06-18T06:00

Join me today as I share some of the things I’m doing to ensure the Not Your Average Runner community and team promotes diversity and makes our space a safe one for everybody, b...

148. Catching Up with Mirna Valerio from 2020-06-11T06:00

Mirna and I discuss how she’s keeping tabs on her mental wellbeing throughout lockdown, how that is keeping her moving physically, and how Mirna is coping with an injury and unc...

147. How to Be the Boss Bitch of Your Own Life from 2020-06-03T06:00

Join me on the podcast today as I show you why you have to continually assess the quality of your thoughts, and how you can make this a practice. You are the CEO of your life an...

146. Your Summer Running Plan from 2020-05-28T06:00

Join me this week as I show you how to create a summer running plan that will ensure you get out there and run! I’m sharing how to make each step of the process measurable so th...

145. How to Level Up Your Running and Your Life from 2020-05-21T06:00

Listen in today as I show you how to level up in a way that will get you to fall in love with the process and enjoy your training. We’re all in a hurry to get to a result, but f...

144. How to Get Back On Track After a Pandemic Break from 2020-05-14T06:00

Listen in this week as I show you how to get started running again in a way that has you embracing the sheer joy that running brings you, and why embracing feeling like a beginn...

143. Your Race was Canceled, Now What? How to Get Past the Disappointment from 2020-05-07T06:00

Join me on the podcast this week as I show you why a race getting canceled can’t actually make you feel anything negative, and how you can flip the script and see this time as o...

142. The Truth about Coping Mechanisms from 2020-04-30T06:00

Join me today as I show you what coping mechanisms are and why these buffers lead to consequences you don’t like. There is absolutely no upside to these habits, and I’ll also be...

141. Recovering from Injury from 2020-04-23T06:00

Join me this week as I outline a process you can use to manage your injuries and make a full recovery. So many of us rely on running to help manage our emotions, so if you’re in...

140. How to Show Up for Yourself Right Now from 2020-04-16T06:00

Focusing on what makes you feel angry, or annoyed, or overwhelmed right now isn’t helping you take the actions you’d like to be taking. So this week, I’m showing you what the fi...

139. Building Your Runner Identity with NYAR Ambassador Elle Dee from 2020-04-09T06:00

Listen in this week as Elle Dee offers up her advice for newbie runners and on how to start mentally shifting your identity from one of a non-runner to a runner. She is also sha...

138. It’s Time to Get Your Ass Back to Running from 2020-04-02T06:00

If you’ve been taking time off from running over the past couple weeks and treating this quarantine as a snow day and binge-watching Netflix, don’t judge yourself. What I do wan...

137. Coaching Yourself through the Coronavirus Pandemic from 2020-03-26T06:00

Panicking about the factual things that are happening in the world isn’t serving you, and so today, I’m taking it back to basics and showing you how the thought model applies to...

136. Should You Do a Run Streak (and How to Do it Right) from 2020-03-19T06:00

Listen in this week as I share my thoughts on run streaks and how you can do them safely. I’m recommending three modifications you can implement if a run streak is something you...

135. Five Steps to Get Started Running Today from 2020-03-12T06:00

Becoming a runner is super easy. All you have to do is get out and run. That said, I’m sharing my five steps to getting started so that you don’t go out there without any knowle...

134. How to Stay on the Wagon from 2020-03-05T07:00

Being on the wagon, off the wagon, on track or off track, this metaphorical idea is actually keeping you stuck if you subscribe to it in your life. Listen

133. How to Embrace the Suck from 2020-02-27T07:00

Listen in this week to learn the process I’ve developed that you can use in your running or anywhere else in your life. As I work to grow my business this year, I’ve used this s...

132. This Is Why Other People Always Let You Down from 2020-02-20T07:00

Join me this week to see how your manuals might be causing you unnecessary suffering. Feeling disrespected or thinking someone is being condescending simply doesn’t serve you, a...

131. The Secret to Becoming a Great Runner from 2020-02-13T07:00

Join me this week as I dive into the difference between people who become great at running and those who quit. Failure isn’t about sucking at something, as most people would ass...

130. The Fuel Episode with Jen Lamplough: Listener Q&A from 2020-02-06T07:00

Join us this week as we dive into some awesome questions around what to eat before and after your runs, why cutting out sugar might be a good idea, how to eat without cutting ca...

129. How to Make Running More Fun from 2020-01-30T07:00

Join me on the podcast for some of my takeaways and tips around making running fun and why you’ll be doomed if you choose to hold onto the thought that running is hard or boring...

128. How to Think Like a Runner from 2020-01-23T07:00

Too many people believe they need to meet certain speed or distance qualifications, or not take walk breaks to be considered a runner. My goal this week is to show you that crea...

127. Change Your Life by Embracing Discomfort from 2020-01-16T07:00

This week, I want to show you why discomfort doesn’t mean anything has gone wrong and how experiencing negative emotions won’t destroy you. Learning how to allow uncomfortable e...

126. Crush 2020 with this 6-Step 2019 Review from 2020-01-09T07:00

Tune in this week to get 2020 off to a great start. You will be amazed at the difference you’ll see in yourself when you start making a plan for the goals you want to achieve an...

125. How to Get What You Want This Year from 2020-01-02T07:00

Join me this week to discover a new way to get the outcomes you want this year. Society teaches us that focusing on the goal is the pathway to success, but this doesn’t work whe...

124. Why You Keep Losing Your Mojo and How to Get it Back from 2019-12-26T07:00

Join me this week to discover how you can get yourself motivated, even if you feel like there’s not a shred of motivation left in your body to get going, to start 2020 and the n...

123. Stop Saying Failure Is Not an Option from 2019-12-19T07:00

We often think of failure as a bad thing that we all want to avoid. We’re taught that failure is something to be ashamed of, but this mindset is never going to get you anywhere....

122. Time Travel: Creating Your Future Self from 2019-12-12T07:00

Join me this week as I show you the power of thinking about the future version of yourself, that woman who has achieved all the goals you dream of, and how you can start practic...

121. Philly Marathon Recap from 2019-12-05T07:00

I’m diving into everything, from before the race started right to the end, and I hope you get some great takeaways from my story. I had a lot to reflect back on, and I have to s...

120. Worrying Vs. Planning from 2019-11-28T07:00

In this episode, I’m discussing the key differences between worrying and planning, and how indulging in worry will never get you to your goals. If you have an event coming up th...

119. Why You're Not Making Progress with Your Running from 2019-11-21T07:00

Join me this week as I show you how you can get different results with your running. They don’t just happen by accident or by a miracle, but it can be done. It’s not going to fe...

118. Why It's Worth Doing Uncomfortable Things from 2019-11-14T07:00

Tune in this week to discover how you can start making mental plans for your long runs, and why challenging your limits is so necessary to grow in your capabilities. I’m sharing...

117. Stop Saying You Can Do Hard Things from 2019-11-07T07:00

This week, I want to challenge all of you to look at your own life and identify where you might be saying that doing something is hard and really question why you believe that t...

116. Three Phrases that Destroy Your Motivation from 2019-10-31T06:00

Join me this week to gain more clarity on the concept of motivation and the thought work you need to do to tap into it. The phrases I’m using as examples today also tie into per...

115. Jen Lamplough Podcast Takeover - Get to Know Jill from 2019-10-24T06:00

Join us this week for a super fun Q&A, with the roles switched around this time! I loved sharing more of my story with all of you, and I hope you get some great takeaways that y...

114. Long-Distance Running Without Losing Your Shit from 2019-10-17T06:00

Today, I’m sharing how I got through my run without suffering or letting my inner mean girl loose, and I’m giving you some powerful questions to ask yourself when you’re struggling to tap into t...

113. The Power of Questioning your Beliefs from 2019-10-10T06:00

Join me on the podcast this week as I dive into the models I’ve found myself in and the results I’ve been producing. I’m embarrassed to say that this is what I’ve been experiencing over the last...

112. Ragnar Recap with Jen Lamplough from 2019-10-03T06:00

Join us this week for a really fun recap of our experience at Ragnar, and hopefully you’ll want to join in on the fun next time too. Jen and I both have found a new love for trail running and ca...

111. Fear of Finishing Last from 2019-09-26T06:00

Too many people either don’t want to sign up to races or even try running because they might come in last place one day, and today, my goal is to change this. I’m sharing my perspective on comin...

110. The One Strength Exercise You Aren't Doing But Should Be from 2019-09-19T06:00

A lot of people think of the physical training it takes to run a race, however long the distance. Without running the miles, it’s unlikely you’ll succeed. That said, too many people don’t realiz...

109. Total Wellness with Victoria Albina from 2019-09-12T06:00

I’ve got Victoria Albina from the wildly popular Feminist Wellness Podcast on, and she’s going to be sharing some of her wisdom on a whole range of topics in the health and wellness realm, speci...

108. How to Have a Stress-Free 5K Training Period and Race Day from 2019-09-05T06:00

Listen in today as I discuss why September is my favorite time of year, and why I think it’s a perfect window for you to start training for 5K. I’m going to help you eliminate common problems th...

107. Your Questions Answered: All Things 5K Training with Jen Lamplough from 2019-08-29T06:00

We received some amazing questions about 5K training, including some really common ones that I think will help a lot of you. From intervals to nutrition and rest, we’re covering ...

106. Coping with Race Day Anxiety from 2019-08-22T06:00

Join me on the podcast this week as I share some insight into the different kinds of race day anxiety that you might be experiencing. Indulging in this kind of worry and fear only leads to your ...

105. Feeling Self-Conscious about Doing Run/Walk Intervals from 2019-08-15T06:00

I'm identifying some beliefs you might be holding on to about what implementing a run-walk strategy means, and some replacement beliefs that will serve you so much better in your running. Your e...

104. Overcoming Mind Drama at a Race with Jen Lamplough from 2019-08-08T06:00

A refresher on why working on your mindset is crucial to any run or race you do. Comparison and judgment are so unhelpful in any situation, not just when it comes to running, but it can be hard ...

103. How to Stop Procrastinating Your Runs from 2019-08-01T06:00

This week's topic is something I'm sure all of you will be familiar with: procrastination. There is a lot of mind drama related to it and it's something we need to address beca...

102. Minimum Baseline and the Drama Threshold from 2019-07-25T06:00

Today I'm introducing you to the minimum baseline technique to help you create a new pathway for your habits. This approach may seem too easy at first, and you will be tempted to increa...

101. The Value of Being Imperfect with Jaclyn Ricchio Stover from 2019-07-18T06:00

Listen in on our conversation today as we take a deep dive into kinder self-talk and what makes you a "real" runner. Jaclyn's concept of imperfect movement is awesome, and I hope this episode he...

100. Listener Favorites and Massive 100th Episode Giveaway from 2019-07-11T06:00

This collection of favorites is perfect if you're a new listener, to find out which ones are most loved, and if you're a long-time listener, to be able to go back and re-listen to episodes that ...

99. The Real Reason You're Struggling from 2019-07-04T06:00

If you are struggling to keep to your workout routine or tasks on your calendar, whether it's running related or not, this episode is for you. Today, I'm breaking down the real reason y...

98. Your Questions Answered: Building Up Your Mental Endurance with Jen Lamplough from 2019-06-27T06:00

Endurance - both physical and mental - is crucial in working through long distance runs and trying to keep your inner mean girl quiet. Jen and I are sharing some of our top tips for staying moti...

97. The Power of Visibility&Half Marathon Victories from 2019-06-20T06:00

Today, I'm sharing with you the power of visibility and how being bold in your community can make a tremendous difference in letting others know that more is possible for them, no matter their s...

96. When Your Partner Thinks You Should Try Harder with Andy Aupperle from 2019-06-13T06:00

Andy and I hash out a difference of opinion or rather what I interpreted his words to mean about the situation, and we're also talking about the upcoming Philadelphia marathon we're training for...

95. What to Do When You Have a Shitty Run from 2019-06-06T06:00

Terrible runs can be a thing of the past if you want, and I'm talking you through it today. Tune in if you want to have awesome runs every time, no matter how long the distance! This is obviousl...

94. Your Questions Answered: All Things Fueling! With Jen Lamplough from 2019-05-30T06:00

Jen, of course, is our nutrition expert who will be doing a lot of teaching over there, and she's sharing her expertise on the podcast today. Everything you need to know about what to eat, when ...

93. How to Plan Your Run for Better Performance from 2019-05-23T06:00

Today, I'm introducing you to the 24-hour plan, which is going to help keep you on track and stay out of overwhelm as you're working through your training. Tune in to hear how the 24-hour planni...

92. Overwhelm Sucks from 2019-05-16T06:00

If you've listened to the podcast for any amount of time, you'll know that I believe circumstances are just the facts of our lives, but you might not agree with me when I say they're not what is...

91. Rocking the Road Warrior Mom Life with Joanne Meloro from 2019-05-09T06:00

If you're somebody who has a family but you're also on the road a lot, you are going to love this episode as Joanne shares some amazing nuggets and the lessons she's learned along the w...

90. Your Questions Answered: Running Fuel, Stretching, and Strength Training with Jen Lamplough from 2019-05-02T06:00

We dive into questions on running fuel that isn't going to be hard on your stomach - because having to run to the toilet is a bummer during a race - how to find the motivation to stretch and lif...

89. Determined AF from 2019-04-25T06:00

Whether it's a running goal like finishing a marathon and getting that medal or running your own business one day, we believe getting to that endpoint is the reward. What I'm addressing on the p...

88. How Fast Do You Run? from 2019-04-18T06:00

It's no surprise that, in my opinion, solely relying on running pace to determine how far you've come as a runner is not the way to judge yourself. Now, I know some of you will be shaking your h...

87. Confidence and Badassery Part 1 - How to Take a Compliment from 2019-04-11T06:00

This is the start of a whole series on confidence and your badass self, and today we're kicking off with compliments and how you can own them instead of arguing back about how that othe...

86. Practicing Self-Healing Through a Cancer Diagnosis with Ceca Mijatovic from 2019-04-04T06:00

Ceca Mijatovic is a badass life coach who focuses on helping women who have been recently diagnosed with cancer by teaching them how to navigate their journey and supercharge their self-healing....

85. Your Questions Answered: Intervals and Motivation with Jen Lamplough from 2019-03-28T06:00

This week, we're covering two topics that are at the foundation of the work we do in Run Your Best Life - intervals and motivation. It's going to be super useful to anyone new to running and act...

84. From Doubters to Athletes - Six Amazing Members of Run Your Best Life from 2019-03-21T06:00

I gathered six amazing badass members of Run Your Best Life and I interviewed them all about what it's like to be coached in the group and their personal journeys. I hope this episode acts as a ...

83. How to Get Off the Struggle Bus from 2019-03-14T06:00

Join me today as I take you through my story of pure mental drama and how I got myself out of it. We've always got a choice in how we deal with discomfort, and I'm giving you some questions you ...

82. How to Stay Overwhelm-Free to Keep Moving Forward from 2019-03-07T07:00

I want to address overwhelm today and how you can keep yourself out of this feeling. Whether it's a running goal or something completely different like a podcast goal for me, I'm diving into wha...

81. Why It's Good to Suck at Running from 2019-02-28T07:00

If you're brand new to running or even just contemplating it, let me tell you, it's 100% going to suck. This week, I want to dive into why the bit that is hard, messy, and imperfect is aweso...