Ep 75: My favorite things from 2025, from running to podcasts, books, and beyond!

As we wrap up the year, today’s episode is a fun one—my annual roundup of favorite things!

From running gear and fueling, to books, podcasts, supplements, shows, and even some everyday life favorites, I’m sharing the things that brought me joy, helped me grow, and supported my health and fitness journey in 2025.

This is a lighter, feel-good episode meant to inspire you, give you ideas to try, and remind you of the simple things that make your own wellness journey more enjoyable.

Favorite Books from 2025

• Here Be Dragons — Melanie Shankle

• The Let Them Theory — Mel Robbins

• Awake — Jen Hatmaker

• I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen — Kate Strickler

• Don’t Call It a Comeback — Keira D’Amato

Running Podcasts

Ali on the Run • Run Farther & Faster • Running His Way • Run 4 PRs • Rehab for Runners • I’ll Have Another • Tread Lightly • Hurdle • Elevate Your Running • Run Strong Run

General Fitness

Mind Pump • Strong Her Way

Women’s Health & Perimenopause

Family Fork Podcast • Unpaused

Personal Development

Mel Robbins Podcast • Rachel Hollis Podcast • Boldly Grounded

Business + Social Media

The Runner Rising Podcast • Living the Whole Picture

Your Favorite Episodes From This Podcast

• Ep. 49: Summer Travel Tips & Races

• Ep. 50: Grandma’s Marathon Recap

• Ep. 62: Are GLP-1s the Answer to Weight Loss?

• Ep. 45: Five Things 5–7 Hour Marathoners Think About

• Ep. 58: Real Talk on Having a New Teenage Driver + Microhabits for Busy Seasons

It’s been such a fun year filled with running, races, travel, strength training, personal growth, podcasting, and connecting with all of you.

I LOVE sharing these favorite-things episodes each year, and I’d love to hear your favorites!

👉 Send me a message on Instagram @filluptospillout and tell me what made your 2025 better, easier, healthier, or more joyful.

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Thanks for listening!

~Allison