Welcome to a very special episode of The Fill Up to Spill Out Podcast — we’re celebrating a HUGE milestone today… our first birthday! 🥳

One year ago this week, I hit record with a little pink microphone, a big dream, and no idea if anyone would ever listen. But you did — and for that, I’m beyond grateful. Today, we’re not just celebrating downloads or numbers. We’re celebrating consistency, courage, and not giving up, even when it would’ve been easier to quit.

In this episode, I’m reflecting on:

✨ The messy beginnings and what I’ve learned over 57 episodes

✨ Why staying consistent mattered more than being perfect

✨ What it means to be in the top 1% of podcasts

✨ My most downloaded episodes and your listener favorites

✨ Whether I’ll ever do interviews — and why I love solo episodes

✨ A peek at what’s ahead this fall

THANK YOU for being part of this journey. Your messages, shares, and support have made this podcast what it is today. I hope each episode continues to fill your cup, inspire you, and remind you that it’s never too late to chase your dreams.

💬 Have feedback or ideas? Send me a message on Instagram @filluptospillout

🎧 Top Episodes Mentioned in This Episode:

• Ep 49: Travel Tips for Summer, Races & Beyond

• Ep 50: Grandma’s Marathon Race Recap

• Ep 6: How My Husband Inspired Me to Run My First Marathon

• Ep 45: 10 Things 5–7 Hour Marathoners Have to Think About That Faster Runners Don’t

🎉 Cheers to one full year of showing up! Thank you so much for listening!

~Allison

Last week in episode 55, we talked about 5 practical tips to get ready for back to school. One of those tips was to schedule your runs, workouts, and self-care into your calendar so you can stay consistent even as life gets hectic. But we all know that just writing it down isn’t always enough. This week, we’re taking a deeper dive into how to protect that workout time when life gets busy—because when the sports schedules roll in, work commitments pile up, and family obligations take over, your running and fitness goals can easily slip to the bottom of your list.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 strategies to help you prioritize and protect your workout time—no matter how chaotic life gets:

• Treat your runs like appointments. Block them on your calendar, color code them, and let your family know when you’ll be out the door.

• Stay flexible. Your favorite workout time won’t always be available—shift and adjust, and remember that something is better than nothing.

• Embrace short, effective workouts. Full-body workouts with minimal rest can pack a punch in 30 minutes or less.

• Combine family and fitness. Walk or run during your kid’s practice and show them that moms can be strong and healthy too.

• Remember your why and let go of guilt. Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it’s the best way to show up as a healthy, happy mom.

Next week’s episode is extra special—we’ll be celebrating 1 year of The Fill Up to Spill Out Podcast! I can’t wait to look back on what this year has brought and share what’s coming next.

Thank you so much for listening! Make sure you hit subscribe/follow, so you never miss an episode!

~Allison

Summer is winding down, and if you’re a mom in this middle season of life, you know what that means—back-to-school prep, fall sports, and a jam-packed calendar are right around the corner. Add in work, family life, and maybe even a training plan for your next race, and it can feel overwhelming.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 practical things you can do right now to feel ready, calm, and organized as the school year kicks off. These tips will help you set your family up for success while protecting your own routines, goals, and sanity.

Here’s what we cover:

✅ How to reset family and personal routines before school starts

✅ Why decluttering and refreshing key spaces makes a big difference

✅ How to stock up and plan ahead for busy weeks

✅ The best way to organize calendars and keep everyone on track

✅ Why setting intentions for the season matters (and how to do it)

Back-to-school season doesn’t have to be chaotic! Let’s take some time to plan ahead so you can step into this season feeling prepared and intentional.

Links & Resources:

• Connect with me on Instagram: @filluptospillout