Episode 257: DNF: Determined, Not Finished

In this episode, Julie opens up about her race at the Grand Rapids Last Chance BQ.2, a marathon that didn’t go according to plan.She reflects on:​What it felt like in the moment to step off the course.​The physical and mental signals she listened to (and the ones she ignored).​Why stopping was both the hardest and the smartest decision.​How a DNF doesn’t mean failure.​What she learned about fueling, pacing, and resilience.This is an episode for runners who’s ever had to wrestle with disappointment, and for anyone who needs the reminder that every race—finished or not—teaches us something powerful.You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at [email protected] to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!

How do GLP-1 medications affect training, performance, and recovery? In this episode, we talk with our most frequent guest, Amy Goldsmith, RD, who breaks down the science of GLP-1s, explores the unique challenges they pose for endurance athletes, and shares practical strategies for balancing medication benefits with running goals.Amy Goldsmith, RD, has worked with hundreds of athletes in her practice, Kindred Nutrition. Amy specializes in sports nutrition and eating disorders and hosts the podcast, Don't Be Foodish. Amy focuses on meeting all her clients where they currently are and focusing on education, re-framing the mind, and using food as fuel for your brain and body. She believes there is a strong connection between the gut and brain and focuses on both with all clients. Follow Amy on Instagram @amygoldsmithrd, check out her podcast, Don’t be Foodish, and head over to her website kindrednutrition.com for information on working with Amy and her team. You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at [email protected] to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!

We are back and excited to bring some life and running updates. We hope that this episode resonates with so many of you!Thanks for listening. If you are inclined to leave a five star review, we would be so grateful!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Questions? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website (www.runfartherandfaster.com).Please follow, share and review our show!

Lisa recaps her incredible and inspiring week at the National Senior Games and why aging is a privilege!Thanks for listening. If you are inclined to leave a five star review, we would be so grateful!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Questions? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website (www.runfartherandfaster.com).Please follow, share and review our show!

With so many running coaches out there, finding a coach can be overwhelming. In this episode, we discuss how to determine whether you even need a coach, and, if so, what factors to consider when selecting a coach. We also suggest what to ask a potential coach and some red flags to look for when interviewing a coach.Thanks for listening. If you are inclined to leave a five star review, we would be so grateful!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Questions? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website (www.runfartherandfaster.com).Please follow, share and review our show!