Episodios

  • 16: How A Coach Guided Me Through Injury w/ Victoria (Train Smart Run Strong) (Mini Episode)

    16: How A Coach Guided Me Through Injury w/ Victoria (Train Smart Run Strong) (Mini Episode)
    Dec 3 2025
    This mini episode looks back at the first few weeks of working with my coach, Victoria from Train Smart Run Strong, when I showed up unsure, uncomfortable, and trying to figure out if my body could handle another marathon. We walk through how she approached my situation, the way she separates normal training fatigue from true red-flag pain, and why building a pain free foundation matters more than any workout. Along the way, we talk about the mindset shifts she teaches all injured athletes, the role of early confidence wins, and how variety and communication can quietly move you from panic mode to steady progress.

    Follow along with Victoria at @trainsmartrunstrong on Instagram and TikTok or check out her website at https://www.trainsmartrunstrong.com/

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    24 m
  • 101: New Beginnings at 53: Her First Marathon After Beating Cancer w/ Sheila Molony

    101: New Beginnings at 53: Her First Marathon After Beating Cancer w/ Sheila Molony
    Dec 1 2025
    Sheila started running at 53 with nothing but a Couch to 5K app and a feeling that something in her life needed to change. What she didn’t know then was that running would carry her through one of the hardest chapters of her life. After a breast cancer diagnosis, surgery, radiation, and chemo, she rebuilt her strength mile by mile until she found herself standing on the start line of her first marathon at 59. Her story is full of late beginnings, grit, gratitude, and the quiet confidence that grows when you prove to yourself that you can do hard things.

    In this episode, Sheila walks us through the long path to 26.2, the training moments that nearly broke her, the ones that carried her, and the finish line that shifted everything. We talk about aging as a runner, learning to fuel, becoming mentally tough, and that it's never “too late” to start.

    If you need a reminder that running can rewrite your life at any age, this one is for you.

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    1 h y 1 m
  • 15: 3 Benefits of Running a Marathon on Your Period (Mini Episode)

    15: 3 Benefits of Running a Marathon on Your Period (Mini Episode)
    Nov 26 2025
    A couple weeks ago I shared a post about starting my period the day before my marathon, and the response from female runners was huge. So many of you had questions about how it went, what I researched beforehand, and whether running a marathon on day two of your cycle is actually doable. In this mini episode I walk through what the experience was really like and dig into the research I did leading up to race day.

    We talk about why this happens more often than people think, the mental resilience it builds, how cycle tracking and knowing your body can help you feel more prepared, and the science-backed physical advantages that might actually work in your favor. If race day ever lines up with your cycle, or if you just want to understand this topic better, this episode offers helpful context and reassurance.

    Medical disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only. I’m not a medical professional, and you should always consult your doctor for personalized guidance.

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    🌐 Website & extras: myfirstmarathon.co & myfirstmarathon.co/resources

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    8 m
  • 100: MY 5th Marathon (Solo Episode - HAPPY 100 EPISODES!!)

    100: MY 5th Marathon (Solo Episode - HAPPY 100 EPISODES!!)
    Nov 24 2025
    This week I am breaking down my fifth marathon and closing the chapter on what has been one of the most chaotic, emotional, and growth filled years of running I have ever had. Richmond came together after an injury filled spring, a party pace summer, and zero plans to race again in 2025. Then an unexpected opportunity popped up, three weeks of prep began, and suddenly I was lining up for a marathon I never thought I would get to run for myself this year.

    This episode walks through the entire story from the frustration of losing a time goal back in April to finding joy again in training, testing out paces on tired legs, running Richmond on day two of my period, and finally crossing the finish line with a five minute PR that felt like the most meaningful win of my year. It is more than a race recap. It is the full circle moment that reminded me why I run, what this sport has taught me, and why episode 100 feels so special.

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    26 m
  • 14: Expect Training to Never Go Perfectly (Mini Episode)

    14: Expect Training to Never Go Perfectly (Mini Episode)
    Nov 12 2025
    Getting sick a week out from a marathon used to send me into full panic mode. But after five marathons, I’ve learned that training never goes perfectly, and it doesn’t have to. In this episode, I’m sharing how my mindset has shifted over time, why one missed or modified run won’t ruin your race, and the three questions I ask myself anytime things go off plan during training.

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    6 m
  • 99: A Quarter, a Timex, and a Lifetime of Miles: 34 Years of Running Lessons w/ Stephanie Dyer

    99: A Quarter, a Timex, and a Lifetime of Miles: 34 Years of Running Lessons w/ Stephanie Dyer
    Nov 10 2025
    When Stephanie Dyer started running 34 years ago, it wasn’t love at first sight. As a former tennis player, running felt like punishment. But surrounded by the energy of Marathon Monday at Boston College, she gave it another chance and found a lifelong passion.

    In this episode, Stephanie shares how her first marathon grew into decades of lessons about patience, simplicity, and self-trust. From training with nothing but a Timex and a quarter for a payphone to learning to listen to her body (and sometimes craving nothing but rotisserie chicken), her story reminds us that running doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to be yours.

    Follow Stephanie at @runwithredness on Instagram!

    Join the waitlist for her e-course that includes everything you need to know to be equipped and empowered to run a great marathon with a focus on nutrition and mindset -> runwithredness.com

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    🌐 Website & extras: myfirstmarathon.co & myfirstmarathon.co/resources
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    55 m
  • 98: MY 4th Marathon - Chicago Marathon Recap

    98: MY 4th Marathon - Chicago Marathon Recap
    Nov 3 2025
    In this episode, I’m sharing my side of the 2025 Chicago Marathon story. This was my fourth marathon and the one I ran alongside my mom for her first. After missing out on the lottery, I joined the American Cancer Society charity team and used this race as a way to rebuild my confidence after a tough experience in Eugene. I talk about the highs, the setbacks, and what it was like pacing my mom through one of the biggest marathons in the world. It’s a story about patience, perspective, and finding joy in running again, and how the finish line feels even more meaningful when you help someone else get there too.
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    30 m
  • 13: Progress Doesn’t Have to Be Measured by Time (But It Can Be) (Mini Episode)

    13: Progress Doesn’t Have to Be Measured by Time (But It Can Be) (Mini Episode)
    Oct 29 2025
    In this week’s mini episode, I’m tackling a question that came my way recently: “What’s the point of running a race if you’re not measuring progress by time?” After four marathons, I’ve learned that progress isn’t always about pace or PRs. It can show up in the way you fuel, how you handle the tough miles, or how you keep your mindset strong when things don’t go to plan.

    If you’re training for your first marathon or just need a reminder that growth comes in many forms, this episode is for you.

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    🎙️ Podcast IG/TikTok: @myfirstmarathonpod
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    🌐 Website & extras: myfirstmarathon.co & myfirstmarathon.co/resources

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    6 m