What if stress isn’t something to eliminate—but something to optimize?

In this episode of Marni On The Move, Marni is joined by Dr. Sharon Bergquist, MD—physician, scientist, Associate Professor, Emory University, and author of The Stress Paradox—to explore how stress impacts the body, mind, and long-term health.

From the biology of stress and recovery to the role of hormetic stressors, mitochondrial health, and mental resilience, this conversation reframes stress as a powerful tool for building resilience, improving performance, and supporting longevity. We also chat about Urolithin A as it relates to Mitochondria health and longevity.

Dr. Bergquist also shares the inspiration behind her book, her personal journey, and how aligning stress with purpose and meaning can fundamentally shift how we experience challenge and growth. Dr. Sharon Bergquist, MD, is a physician, researcher, and expert in lifestyle medicine. She is the author of The Stress Paradox, where she explores how stress—when properly understood and applied—can be a powerful tool for improving health, resilience, and longevity.

Whether you’re an endurance athlete, high performer, or simply looking to better understand your health, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how to work with stress—not against it.

• The inspiration behind The Stress Paradox
• Understanding the difference between “good stress” and chronic stress
• The biology of stress and recovery at a cellular level
• Hormetic stressors and how small, intentional challenges build resilience
• Mitochondrial health, mental health, and their connection to stress and longevity
• The importance of recovery, sleep, and adaptation
• How to listen to and better understand your body’s response to stress
• Understanding stress and its long-term impact on health
• Reframing your mindset around stress
• The power of purpose and aligning challenges with meaning
• Finding meaning through challenge, personal growth, and resilience
• Pushing boundaries, stepping outside your comfort zone, and building mental resilience
• Practical, simple strategies to support resilience and longevity
• The journey of writing the book, including personal growth and key reflections

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What if the best way to explore a new city wasn’t on a tour bus, but on a run?

On this episode of Marni On The Move, I’m joined by Lena Andersson, founder of Go Running Tours, a global company connecting travelers with local running guides in over 70 cities worldwide.

What started as a simple idea, showing visitors her hometown of Copenhagen through a run, has grown into a global movement at the intersection of fitness, travel, and community.

We talk about how Lena built Go Running Tours from the ground up, how the company is scaling internationally, and how partnerships—like their work with the Conrad New York—are bringing wellness and movement directly into the travel experience.

We also dive into Lena’s favorite places to run, what makes a great running guide, and why running might just be the most authentic way to experience any destination.

If you love travel, staying active on the road, and discovering cities in a more meaningful way—this episode is for you.

• The origin story of Go Running Tours
• Why running is one of the best ways to explore a city
• Building and scaling a global brand across 70+ cities
• The rise of wellness and fitness-focused travel
• Partnerships with hotels like the Conrad New York
• What makes a great local running guide
• Lena’s favorite global running destinations
• How to stay consistent with movement while traveling
• What’s next for Go Running Tours

Go Running Tours is a global running experience company that connects travelers with local running guides to explore cities on foot. Founded in Copenhagen, the company now operates in over 70 cities worldwide, offering guided runs that combine fitness, local culture, and storytelling—creating a more immersive and authentic way to experience a destination

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Fiber is the new protein. Or at least it should be getting the same attention. On this episode of the Marni On The Move podcast, I’m syncing up with Sarah Wragge, founder of Sarah Wragge Wellness and creator of the SWW Method. Sarah shares why fiber is one of the most underrated nutrients when it comes to digestion, metabolic health, and overall wellness — and why it deserves just as much focus as protein in our daily routines.

Sarah’s journey into wellness started with her own health challenges, including gut issues, inflammation, and acid reflux at a young age. That experience ultimately led her to build Sarah Wragge Wellness, a coaching business and wellness brand designed to help people better understand how to fuel their bodies and create sustainable health habits.

In this conversation, we talk about Sarah’s personal health journey, the inspiration behind the SWW Method, and how her programs and signature products — Optimize, Restore, and Alkalize — support digestion, nutrition, and long-term wellness. We also get into the importance of protein, fiber, minerals, and the daily habits that support a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

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