Not Your Average Runner, A Running Podcast

Sometimes running can feel like a drag, so this week we're going to talk about a way to make it more fun: scavenger hunts! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/ep-369-a-running-scavenger-hunt/

Hey, hey, my runner friend. Today's warm up topic is all about mental prep for the long run.Because long runs are just as much a mental challenge as they are a physical one - maybe even more mental than physical because your legs can be strong, your lungs can be ready, but if your mind's not in the game, that distance can feel a whole lot worse. So, today I'm going to walk you through a few tips and mindset shifts to help you stay strong, motivated, and focused from start to finish. Let's go! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/368

Hey, hey, my runner friend. Today's warm up topic is a pretty big topic. It's what to do when you start feeling self-conscious while you're out running or exercising in public. Feeling self-conscious while you're running is something that most of us deal with, especially in a world that loves to tell us that running is only for certain types of bodies. So today, I am going to give you some tools you can use to shift your perspective. Let's dive in! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/367

Hey, hey, my runner friend. Today's warm up topic is something that almost everybody struggles with - making progress and why it seems like it's always two steps forward one step back. Can you relate? Yeah, me too. Today, I am going to give you some tools you can use to shift your perspective on the progress you are making. Let's dive in! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/366

Hey, hey, my runner friend. Today's warm up topic is something that almost everybody struggles with and that is getting bored while running. Can you relate? Yeah, me too. I am going to dive into some things you can do right now to make sure today's run stays fun, fresh, and anything but boring so let's dive in! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/365

Hey, hey, my runner friend. Today's warm up topic is something that shows up for a lot of us. It's your inner critic, or as some people like to call it, your inner bully, your inner mean girl. Now you know what I mean about this inner critic business, right? You know, that little voice that pops up right when you're lacing up your shoes, or even maybe when you're lying in bed thinking about going for a run. That little voice has a lot of opinions about you and running, doesn't it? Well, I've got a lot to say about that voice so let's dive in! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/364

Hey, hey, my runner friend. Today we are talking all about how to set realistic running goals. And by that, I mean ones you can actually achieve and feel really proud of. When you're starting out as a runner, when you're just starting out, it is so easy to get carried away by big shiny goals. But if you're not careful and if you're not ready, these goals can set you up for burnout and frustration. Let's dive in! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/363

Hey hey, my runner friend. Today we are going to talk about the body scan technique. We all struggle from time to time with ache and pains and even injuries while we are running. The body scan technique will help you determine if the aches and pains you feel while running are something you should worry about. Let's dive in! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/362

Hey, hey, my runner friend. Today we are going to focus on what to do when you feel judged for running slowly. When you don't have a small body or you don't have a typical runner's looking body and on top of that you feel like you're plodding along or that everybody else is faster than you, of course, you're gonna assume that everybody else is thinking you look ridiculous and that you shouldn't be running and you should be embarrassed and all the things right. How could they possibly have any other opinion? But...is that actually true? Let's dive in! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/361

Hey, hey, my runner friend. Today we are going to focus on your breathing. Your breathing is a direct indicator of your effort level. When your breathing feels controlled and relaxed, it means your effort level is right in the sweet spot. And when it feels like you can't catch your breath, you are probably working above your ability in the moment. But there are lots of factors that can affect your breathing and the level of effort that you're putting out. Let's dive in! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/360

Hey, hey, my runner friend. Well, it's official after a long hiatus. I am back with new episodes and I have missed you. So I'm changing things up a bit and trying a new format. So instead of longer episodes where I do a deep dive into a topic, I'm going to do these short pep talks, sort of just long enough to get you through your warmup and ready to start your run. And each week we're going to do a different topic to help you get your mind in the right space to have a great workout. Today I 'm going to give you a different way to think about running pace. Today's our first run so let's get started. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/359

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 training, and you'll discover the impact that you can have on the world just by showing up for yourself in a new way. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/358

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 because there's a good chance you're just lying to yourself. Today, I'm exploring why we procrastinate and how all these thoughts you tell yourself are really just lies. Stay tuned to the end too to learn a really fun thought work technique I've been obsessed with lately! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/357

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 feel good all the time, but exploring how you can start taking the steps will give you the momentum to keep going and you will see the progress. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/356

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 it happens at races with race shirts that only come in S, M, and L. Tune in this week to discover how you've been socialized by a patriarchal society with an embedded anti-fat bias, and how to break the cycle, speak up, and ask for what you want even though the answer might be a no. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/355

I've been working with some clients recently on planning for their goals. But we can't have a conversation about goals without talking about failure, what it means to us as runners and humans, and why we're so scared of failing. So, tune in this week to discover what to do when you've f*$@ed up. I'm sharing why real success never happens on the first try, why not acknowledging this reality is stopping so many people from doing incredible things, and how to get clear on where your beliefs about failure are holding you back. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/354

I am super excited to be bringing you an episode with the one and only, Mirna Valerio a.k.a., The Mirnavator! If you've been living under a rock and have no idea who she is, don't fret, because you're going to literally learn everything about her in this week's episode. Get full show notes and more information here: http://notyouraveragerunner.com/353

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 "other" in the running world. I share my thoughts on weight loss, especially in relation to running speed, the mental side of running, and the myths that need to be dispelled about being a larger-bodied runner. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/352

This week, we're diving into a topic everyone can relate to - our inner mean girl. She's the negative voice in our head that makes us feel like crap by telling us that we're too fat, too slow, or too whatever. Even when other people compliment us, our inner mean girl steps in to tell us they're wrong. But fear not; because I'm telling you why it doesn't have to be this way. Get full show notes and more information here: http://notyouraveragerunner.com/351

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. I'll be honest with you: it's more than likely you will experience one or all of these as you begin your running journey. But don't let that put you off. I'm sharing how to process the emotions you experience instead of making these things mean you're a failure. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/350

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 calories or macros, and what might be going on if you don't think you're optimally fueling your body. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/349

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 you all the how-to's for taking an active role in your recovery so you're not sitting on the couch waiting to just feel better. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/348

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. Anything can be fun if you choose to decide it is, and if you're ready to stop suffering, this episode is for you. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/347

Join me this week as I talk about run-walk intervals and how finding the right pattern for you will maximize your run. I want to share with you how I learned to make running feel almost effortless for me, and how you can do the same. Get full show notes and more information here: http://notyouraveragerunner.com/346

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 coaches or running apps, and the 3 most common mistakes beginner runners make so you can avoid feeling defeated before you've even begun. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/345

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 awareness to this pattern, you'll be able to make decisions in one moment that will actually benefit you in the long term, no matter how difficult it feels in that moment. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/344

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 you stay motivated because even though now is a great time to start running, staying motivated isn't always easy. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/343

Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A. I think it's a good one, and B. I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. 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 you start your running journey, along with my practical tips to stop these challenges from getting in your way. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/342

Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A. I think it's a good one, and B. I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. 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 pride for your badass self as you cross the finish line, so I'm giving you my top 3 steps to your best race ever! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/341

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 is, "Is that enough?" Well this week, I'm sharing my answer to this question, and inviting you to question what "enough" means to you. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/340

Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A. I think it's a good one, and B. I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. 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, I'm inviting you to let that shit go. I'm showing you a new way to respond to doubt that isn't serving you, and a question I like to ask myself whenever I'm feeling uncertain. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/339

Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A, I think it's a good one, and B, I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. 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 you are making on your running journey. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/338

Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A, I think it's a good one, and B, I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. I've been receiving a lot of requests for me to address all things race day prep, so that's exactly what we're doing today. Many of you are training for your first-ever race or making a comeback post-strict pandemic restrictions, and chances are you're nervous, stressed, and worried about everything that could go wrong. So today, I'm covering everything from the week leading up to your race, the night before, and even the morning of the big day itself. As always, in addition to best practices when it comes to your physical training, we're also diving into getting your mind in the right place so you can give yourself the best experience possible. 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 to remember to keep your inner mean girl at bay. For full show notes, visit: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/337

Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A, I think it's a good one, and B, I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. 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 little quits, why you need compelling reasons for your goal, and how to be prepared for the moments your brain tells you that quitting is the best option. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/336

Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A, I think it's a good one, and B, I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. This week, I'm speaking to all of you ladies 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, these aren't qualifications of a real runner. You can identify as a runner right now, and I'm showing you the endless possibilities available to you when you believe your identity can change. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/336

Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A, I think it's a good one, and B, I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. 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 sharing the importance of having the right gear, taking your training seriously, and never giving up on yourself. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/334

Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A. I think it's a good one, and B. I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. 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 describe fat bodies are actually way more problematic. I'm also sharing and dismantling five myths about running while fat that stop too many people from even trying. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/333

Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today, I'm talking with Coach Jen about getting back into strength training when you're over 50. We're chatting about some of the challenges and of course some solutions of maintaining a regular strength training routine. If you have been wanting to start strength training or are struggling to get back into it, this episode is for you. For full show notes, visit https://notyouraveragerunner.com/322

Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today, I want to talk about self-care in your 50s. Now, I am not talking about the type of self-care that's like manicures, pedicures, facials, spa days, vacations, a glass of wine with friends after a long week, etc. All of that is great stuff, But over the years I have come to think of self care as something completely and utterly different. Tune in today to find out what I think self-care looks like for me in my 50s. For full show notes, visit https://notyouraveragerunner.com/331

Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today, I am taking a little breather before I dive back into the podcast. I wanted to check-in and see if you are enjoying the interview series that just finished up. I had such a blast talking to so many awesome women who are helping us Gen Xers with our lives. I learned so much and I hope you did too. Tune in today to find out what's next for this podcast and for my new runners, I have a story that may help you stay in the running game! For full show notes, visit https://notyouraveragerunner.com/330

Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today I am talking with the incredible Emma Magenta about being an ADHD woman. Emma is a feminist ADHD coach who helps ADHD women thrive. Tune into this episode where Emma and I talk about how ADHD is just one way that a brain can work rather than a personal failing. For full show notes, visit https://notyouraveragerunner.com/329

Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today I am talking to the amazing Sade Curry about dating after divorce. Sade is a dating coach for divorced women. She is the host of the Dating After Divorce podcast. She is, also, certified in trauma coaching, feminist coaching, and life and relationship coaching. Tune into this episode where Sade and I talk about real strategies for going through divorce with emotional balance, healing, and rebuilding so that women can find love again. For full show notes visit: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/328

Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today, I am talking the completely fabulous Judith Gaton about dressing your age when you don't feel your age. Judith is the creator of the wildly popular Modern Charm School. She is the author of How to Act Like a Fucking Lady, and she is the host of the Style Masterclass podcast. She believes that confident women leave legacies, and she has dedicated herself to helping and coaching women to do exactly that. Tune in today and learn how to create your style statement. For full show notes visit: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/327

Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today I am talking with Suzy Rosenstein about taking care of yourself when you are also taking care of aging parents. Suzy is a midlife coach and mentor who specializes in helping women over 50 regret-proof their lives so that they can embrace their true potential. She is a masterful coach, and she has helped hundreds of women break out of their midlife funks and create the lives of their dreams. Tune in today as we have an amazing and powerful conversation that is pretty much appropriate and applicable for most people in this age range. For full show notes visit: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/326

Hello, my friends and welcome back to the Run Your Best Life series where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today I'm chatting with the absolutely fabulous Deb Malkin about the aches and pains that sometimes come with aging and how to make it easier on yourself. Deb is a feminist and a Master Certified Mind Body Coach who specializes in using the tools of neuro- and bio- plasticity and consciously curious hypno-coaching to help people unlearn pain and the emotional stress symptoms that come along with it in order to feel better and pursue their amazing lives. Deb has helped clients recover from back pain, migraines, Fibromyalgia, GI pain and more. If you are dealing with chronic pain, you're definitely going to want to tune in to this episode. For full show notes visit: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/325

Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today I am talking about diet culture and body acceptance in your 40s and 50s with the amazing Pam Moore. Pam is an Occupational Therapist turned award-winning Intuitive Eating Coach and Journalist. She has written for the Washington Post, Runner's World, Self, among many others. Pam is also the creator of the Real Nourished newsletter, where she shares evidence-based tips to help women detach their weight from their worth. She is also the host of the Real Fit podcast, which features conversations with women athletes about body image, enoughness, and more. Tune in today as we explore the impact of diet culture and what to do if you want to lose weight or simply feel better in your body without getting caught in diet mentality. For full show notes visit: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/324

Welcome to the second interview in the Run Your Best Life series where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today we're gonna chat about menopause and perimenopause with the amazing Michelle Kepler. Michelle is a registered acupuncturist, Chinese medicine practitioner, and Master Certified Feminist Life Coach. Her clinical practice is exclusively focused on reproductive health care. Tune in today as we explore socialization and conditioning, and how they affect the way we move through our reproductive health challenges. For full show notes, visit https://notyouraveragerunner.com/323

Welcome to the first interview in the run your best life series, where I speak to experts in the field on issues that affect Gen X women! We are kicking off with the one and only Corinne Crabtree. Now if you don't know Corinne, she's a badass business woman who has started and is still running 3 very successful businesses, and she's on a mission to help women over 55 change the narrative that their lives are over and to instead realize that they're just getting started. Join me today as we talk about what happens when you roll on up to your 50s and realize you don't really know what you want to do with the rest of your life. Corinne will help you learn how to lean into and honor this phase of life and start feeling excitement instead of dread. Get full show notes at https://notyouraveragerunner.com/322/

There's something about being a Gen Xer, amiright? They say we're the forgotten generation, and they're not wrong. We're taking care of kids and parents. We're getting divorced and trying to figure out how to date in our 40s and 50s. And most of us are STILL figuring out what the heck we want to do with our lives. And menopause. Ugh, the hot flashes and brain fog and feeling like your body is no longer your own. It's a lot. Well, guess what? It's about time we start talking about all these things and I'm going to do just that. Join me this week as I kick off my new podcast series, Run Your Best Life. Throughout this series, I am going to be chatting with expert voices in their field about how to deal with life in your forties and your fifties. When your brain still feels like a member of the breakfast club, but the person you see in the mirror is starting to look a lot like your parents. Get full shownotes at notyouraveragerunner.com/321

The Not Your Average Runner Podcast is going on a hiatus! After 320 episodes and showing up at least once a week since January 2018, I am in need of rest and rejuvenation to come back even stronger in the new year. It's going to be weird not being in your ears every week, and I'll miss you, but I promise, the time is going to fly by and I'll be back before you know it. In the meantime, keep your eyes peeled for some fun courses and races kicking off very soon, and make sure you're in our official Not Your Average Runner Facebook community because I'll still be in there doing Facebook Lives and pop-up coaching!