203 | Keira D'Amato, DJ K Rock and Banana's, Don't Call It A Comeback!

In this episode, the hosts welcome elite runner Keira D'Amato (11:29), who shares her inspiring journey in the world of running. From her first race to her transition from JV to Varsity, Keira discusses the competitive spirit that drives her and the importance of community support in sports. She reflects on the lessons learned throughout her experiences, emphasizing the significance of perseverance and maintaining a positive attitude. The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs of being a runner, as well as the joy of finding one's passion in the sport. In this engaging conversation, Kira DeMato shares her journey from a passionate college runner to becoming a record-breaking marathoner and author. She discusses the importance of community support, the challenges of balancing motherhood with competitive running, and the unexpected twists in her career. Kira reflects on her writing process for her memoir, the lessons learned from her experiences, and the joy of running. The conversation also touches on the humorous aspects of life as a runner, including the significance of a 'bananas' code with her children during races.

During the Tros Eric and Six Star Erika catch up sharing running updates, killing a live stream and discuses Erika's drunk Strava post and much more.

Chapters

00:00 203 Intro
04:24 The Poland Spring Team and Redemption Stories
09:42 Excitement for the Guest Appearance
11:29 Keira D'Amato
42:06 The Process of Writing a Book
49:13 Reflections on Competition and Growth
51:05 Packing for Adventures: The Quirks of Travel
51:58 The Power of Music in Running
52:43 Finding Joy in the Journey of Running
53:39 The Connection Between Fun and Success
58:08 Mom Guilt and Running: The Bananas Analogy
01:03:36 Future Aspirations: Running Beyond Competition
01:09:28 The Car Accident Experience
01:11:26 Reflections on Racing and Career Changes
01:12:44 The Impact of a Life-Changing Event
01:14:49 A Family's Cinematic Adventure
01:18:54 Music and Motivation in Running
01:27:36 The Outro
01:32:12 Running Updates and Personal Stories
01:35:11 Tech Troubles and Parenting Challenges
01:38:14 Podcasting Adventures and Live Streaming Mishaps
01:41:10 Upcoming Events and Personal Goals
01:43:54 Community Engagement and Listener Interaction

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