Strides for Strength

Today's episode is all about celebrating the amazing achievements of our athlete, Tyler. From despising running to becoming a FIRST TIME marathoner. In this episode, we dive deep into his training process, the mental hurdles he faced, and the strategies he used to overcome them. Tyler's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and self-belief. We discuss the importance of findin...

Have you ever run a big race and after you cross the finish line you feel those post-marathon blues start to sink in? Today we're diving into the burnout and blues, specifically after completing a big race like the New York City Marathon. It's important to know these feelings are normal and actually super common in the running community - we both have experienced this!  We're sharin...

In this episode, we dive into the unique challenges and demands that nurses face when it comes to balancing their nursing careers with their running goals.  With Coach Erin and Michaela being nurses ourselves, we understand the physical, mental, and emotional toll that nursing can take on our bodies. We discuss the importance of rest days and listening to our bodies, as well as the benefits of run...

Hey there, Strides for Strength fam! In this episode, Michaela and Erin, dive into all things New York City Marathon. We share our personal experiences and insights from running this iconic race in 2022! We start off by discussing our mixed feelings about the race. While we absolutely loved New York City and the marathon, 2022 was a challenge for us both. We talk about the overwhelming nature of b...

Today is an exciting episode! We have Claus-Henning Schulke, aka Bottle Claus, on the podcast. For those of you who don't know, Claus is an all-around amazing athlete and has been volunteering at the Berlin Marathon for 30 years! He shares about his many adventures from multiple Ironman races in Hawaii, Race Across Europe, to just recently completing Race Across America. It's no wonder E...

Welcome back to Hope and Brittani! Both of these ladies ran in the Chicago Marathon and today we have them on to unpack it all. I think we all agree there is nothing quite like the Chi Marathon - from the course to the crowd, it's one of our favs! The two of them connected virtually before the race and they share about their experience getting to meet in real life and accomplish this together...

Come along as we unpack all things Chicago! From our adventures traveling to get there, cheering on our athletes, and running a 5k (with a PR!), this trip was jam-packed. We also found our very own Strides For Strength Mascot... Chicago is known for some of its food and boy were we on top of it with experiencing all it had to offer! Ultimately we came to Chicago to cheer on all our athletes and al...

Let's chat ALL THINGS CHICAGO!! From traveling with snacks, to not letting your race day kit out of your sight (seriously, keep it all in your carryon!). We've both run this race before so we're using this episode to share all our helpful tips and tricks we've learned. For future reference, be sure to download the free guide we put together (link below) so that you have a writt...

How much sleep do you really need? We're chatting with Shantha about all things sleep - Shantha is a board-certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist, and she shares her passion for helping people get the healthy sleep they need. Today we're focusing on sleep and its impact on athletic performance, emphasizing the dangers of striving for a specific number of hours that may not be the...

"We exist so that people can feel good, be active, and stay vibrant in their bodies over the long term." Kat Sand is a member of the Upswell team at Upswell Studio in Denver and we are so excited to have her kick off our 3 part Recovery Series! Upswell is an active recovery and wellness space for athletes of all levels. We absolutely loved chatting with Kat about the importance of longev...

"You have to be able to give yourself grace, whether it's hitting certain paces or having to adjust runs or adjust your schedule..." - Hope   Hope is one of our very own athletes and we are pumped to chat with her today!  Each individual faces their own unique stressors and it's important to find positive ways to manage and channel that stress. Effectively managing stress is ke...

We are so excited to welcome Lauren to the podcast! Lauren is a fellow nurse and describes herself as an everyday athlete. She recently started her own coaching business, Off The Trail Coaching and today she's reminding us that running and training can serve as tools for enhancing mental health and overall well-being. Lauren actually took a step back from running and training because she real...

As we sat here and prepared for this podcast we couldn't really decide on just one topic... So we decided we'd do a 'catch up' episode and share all the things and where we are at in this season!  One big topic of discussion is the importance of setting race day goals beyond just numerical or accolade-related goals. This can include goals like having fun, crossing the finish li...

Let's chat about something important when it comes to endurance athletes (and people in general)... gut health! We have Savannah on the pod today and she is a board-Certified Nurse Practitioner and a former endurance athlete. We're diving into the world of holistic health and how it can be integrated into traditional medicine and WHY it matters for you, the endurance athlete. From runnin...

Today we are chatting with one of our incredible athletes, Alyssa! She shares with us her first half marathon experience and her running journey as a mom of 4, a wife, and an athlete. It all started with our first discovery call - Alyssa's growth as an athlete and individual since then has been truly inspiring. This episode focuses on mindset, physical strength, and the ups and downs of runni...

Today is an exciting day because we have Becky LaChance on the podcast. Becky is an ICU nurse at UCLA. She has also been a fitness and nutrition coach since 2018! Becky shares with us the importance of refueling properly after a run by getting in protein and carbs, even when you don't feel hungry. By prepping ahead and having a plan around what you'll eat post run you'll be better e...

This is our second episode in our three part series all about nutrition and today we are chatting with Cortney Berling, a registered dietitian and running coach! She talks us through the importance of nutrition for runners, specifically focusing on fueling properly during runs. Cortney shares her expertise on overcoming disordered eating and promoting a healthy relationship with food. Our hope is...

While physically training our bodies for a marathon is kind of a no-brainer, we sometimes forget about training with our nutrition!  Today we have Kristin on to talk about carb loading and how she helps her athletes and runners train using this method. Athletes often prioritize training, sleep, and recovery, but can sometimes overlook the importance of consuming enough food to fuel their training....

Are you listening to your body and responding to its needs? This process can be described as a season of self-trust. We tap into our body's intuition to make decisions and take action, and the cool thing is that this skill extends beyond physical fitness and applies to all aspects of our life. Honor what your body needs and allow it to rest. Easier said than done, but SO important! This actua...

Are you finding joy in running and making it a personal space that is fulfilling and enjoyable?  Today we have Saidee on the podcast, a recent nursing school graduate and first-time half marathon finisher. Saidee shares her journey through nursing school and how she juggled running with it.  She shares the importance of figuring out what is fun for you and creating a routine that is enjoyable, suc...

We are SO excited to have Amy aka @raceacrossthestates on the podcast today! Amy shares her journey as a runner traveling to all 50 states and how running has been a life-changing experience for her. We discuss how athletes can become fixated on time, pace, and personal records, which can lead to disappointment and negative self-talk when goals are not met. Amy suggests that it's important to...

Are you ready for summer running?!  Today we're chatting about the importance of being mindful of your body and mindset during summer running. Heat and humidity can increase your heart rate and exertion level, so it's important to be patient and understand that your body is working hard to regulate your temperature!  Take breaks or split up your runs if needed, adjust your route to find...

We are so excited to have one of our own athletes on the pod today!  Miguel shares his background as a runner, cyclist, and military intelligence officer, and emphasizes the integration of mind and body in his running journey. He also attended our recent athlete retreat and we had so much fun catching up and chatting about our training progress. 00:00:00 Invest in physical and mental health. 00:10...

Maharri is a breathwork and yoga practitioner who led a session during the Strides for Strength athlete retreat in St. Pete, Florida and we absolutely knew we had to have her on the podcast! She shares her insights on using breathwork and yoga to overcome self-doubt and fear in both running and everyday life. Maharri is a Reiki master, wellness lifestyle strategist, and mom and has turned her expe...

Let's chat about NUTRITION for athletes and runners with expert guest Dina Griffin. a registered dietitian and board certified sport dietitian.   Dina discusses common misconceptions about nutrition and provides tips for developing a successful nutrition plan. We always emphasize the importance of trusting the body's ability to adapt and starting small.  Our goal with this episode is to...