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If you thought running was too easy, maybe you should give joggling a try? Less than two weeks until the Marine Corps Marathon and I am officially trying to distract my brain from the anxiety. So, I am talking with someone who is turning the running community on its head by adding juggling to the mix. Learn all about the wonderful world of joggling in this episode of Follow the Cat. MORE Follow Ha...

With the Marine Corps Marathon just around the corner, it's time to lock in. What does that mean? It means I need to be practicing what I will be doing on race day from what I wear to what I eat. We've talked about nutrition on the show before, but now it's time to highlight what happens when we DON'T fuel our bodies as active individuals. Anyck Besso is a registered dietician and...

If you're on social media and looped in to the running community there, you might recognize this week's guest. Joabe Barbosa is a Chicago runner who doesn't particularly like running. So how does he do it? He makes it a game. His gamifying of running led him to running every street in Chicago! He's not stopping yet so listen to the full episode to see how Joabe continues to bring p...

It's hard to believe, but I'll be running my first ever marathon in just about a month. Along the way, I've been able to talk with some really facinating individuals in ther unnning community. I'm not done yet, but with a month to go, I thought it would be fitting to release this very special episode of the podcast with Colonel Colgate, who is the mastermind behind this year's...

On this week's episode, the student becomes the master. Laura Joyce Davis was a Division 1 runner who trained for hours and hours to become one of the best collegiate athletes in the country. But after recognizing her training wasn't sustainable, she took a break from the track and traded her trainers for the title of coach. Listen to the full episode to learn what she took away from her t...

Running may seem simple for many of us. Put on your shoes and head out the door. But, for others, the ability to run defies expectations and is a source of strength. Cecilia Gigliotti is a runner and while it took her a moment to identify as such, she now claims that title and sees running as one of many miracles in her life. MORE: Cecilia's Instagram: @ c_m_giglio Substack: Cosi Faccio Io Pod...

Less than 1% of the world's population will ever run and complete a marathon in their lifetime. Even fewer will qualify and participate in the iconic Boston Marathon. EVEN fewer will make it to the Quarter Century Club, a group of around 120 individuals who have completed the Boston Marathon AT LEAST 25 times consecutively. Our guest, Keith Shields is one of those remarkable few who made it to...

Life is like a box of chocolates they say... You get curveballs, injuries, roadblocks, and illnesses. More often than not we are forced to take what comes and adapt. Angeleaza Anderson did just that after being benched from her fast-paced running life because of an illness. Due to the toll it took on her heart, she literally had to teach herself how to run again. Yes, she had to slow down, but alo...

Ok, running may not be all that funny, but this week's guest is! Robin Gelfenbien is a comedian and ambassador of joy who used running as a way to inspire her to pursue her true passion, because as it turns out, Robin doesn't care for running all that much. Running doesn't have to be a forever thing in your life, but as Robin can tell you, it can still make a difference. MORE: Robin&#3...

We've talked a bit about what to eat as a runner day to day (carbs, carbs, and more carbs) but now it's time to dive a little deeper into what to eat DURING a run. Turns out, if you are running for longer than 60 minutes, you need to be eating while you run. Registered sports nutritionist Grace Kelley is here to share the science behind intra-run fueling and why it is SO important to eat e...

We all enjoy reading the results of a personality test. Everyone wants to better understand who they are and how they fit in. Running is no different! Dr. Neil Baxter brings his survey he conducted in 2025 that identifies four different runner profiles. Each have unique motivations, lifestyle preferences, and characterists. Though we start out with the numbers, be sure to listen to the end to get...

Running is without a doubt a predominantly white-coded space and while less than 1% of the global population run marathons, of that 1%, only around 1% are African American. Dr. Tiffany Chenault let her curiosity guide her on a remarkable journey to run 50 half marathons in the 50 stats of America and investigate the relationship between race and racing. Along the way she discovers what running loo...

In our society, people are often told to eat less to be healthy. This has lead to a culture of villainizing certain foods and glorifying others (think 'carbs are bad and 'protein is king'). This should not be the case for people in general and especially not for folks who run. As my runs are getting longer, I am realizing how important it is to be eating enough for my energy needs. There is a rema...

Moms- we all have them- and if we are fortunate enough to have a good relationship with ours, that connection lasts a lifetime. But mothers are so much more than the people who tuck you in at night and cook you good (hopefully) food. They have an identity and a life independent from motherhood. As I've been running, I was curious about the intersection between running and the moms who do... becaus...

Starting something new is always intimidating and running is no different. Fortunately, Cadence Dubus and Rachel Spurrier are joining the how to help! We talk about how their coaching programs are built with brand-new runners in mind, why the sport can feel inaccessible, and how to build a running practice that fits YOU. You can learn more about the programs Brooklyn Strength, Cadence, and Rachel...

Running can seem like the easiest way to get out and exercise, but for some, it's not so simple. Fortunately groups like Achilles International works to break barriers to races and encourage movement in folks with disabiliities. With over 60 chapters across the United States and the globe, this non-profit truly puts their advocacy in action. Francesco Magisano is the NYC chapter's regional...

After sharing my personal history with running, my curiosity led me to wonder what the ACTUAL history of running is. Where did it all start, how has time repeated itself, and where are we going (or running to) in the future? Our very first guest on the podcast is Dr. Sam Edwards from Loughborough University in the U.K. He is going to lead us through a crash course in the history of running. It&#39...

You either hate running or you love it. But if you hate running (like I did for most of my life), how do you come to love it? What is the special sauce that takes a person from dreading a morning run to signing up for weekly 5ks? Allow me to shed some light on the subject... Of course, do what is best for you! You don't even have to run after listening to this. But, if you're running curio...

Like many before me and many more after, my relationship with running was born out of hate. You couldn't PAY me to run. But here I am PAYING to run my first marathon... This is the enemies to lovers origin story between me and running. CONTENT WARNING: There is mention of mental illness and disordered eating. Please be mindful when listening and take care of yourself! More to be found on Insta...

A thesis, if you will, for Follow the Cat's premiere series featuring running. For the next several weeks we'll dive deep into the history, culture, and process of running. There will be conversations with professionals, coaches, and everyday runners. All of this will culminate in the running of my first marathon! More to be found on Instagram @followthecat.pod and on YouTube @followthecat...

Just one girl today and you know what that means, a solo Sophie episode diving into another not-so-covered below the fold story from the world. This time, Sophie is giving you a crash course into the delusional and down-right awful world that is looksmaxxing- a manosphere subculture that is on the rise. Maybe you've seen some of these Chads on social media or you just watched Louise Theroux&#3...

Sophie is going solo again this week and that means another episode of Below the Fold. If you have any connection to the world of entertainment, then you've probably heard about what is happening with Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and ex (?) bachelorette Taylor Frankie Paul. This episode is your sparks notes guide to what is happening sprinkled with a little opinion and a healthy dose of specul...

2 girls are back but with a twist! Special guest M'Kayla joins the podcast for a very special Oscars Sunday episode. Though Sophie and M'Kayla have only seen THREE out of 10 of the films nominated for Best Picture in the 2026 Academy Awards, they are still going to have opinions. BE WARY OF SPOILERS!!! So, based on synopsis alone, the girls make their predictions for who will win the night...

As Rosie takes some well-deserved time for herself, Sophie takes a deep dive into what's on her mind (or at least one topic... there is A LOT going on in there). This series called Below the Fold will hopefully bring timely stories that aren't getting front page treatment but are still fascinating and deserve a little discussion. For the first episode, we are looking into this growing tren...

Since a historic blizzard kept the girls from yapping this week, here is a little something from Sophie's podcasting lore... Sophie: I've had a SERIES of podcasts throughout my life. One of my favorite segments was when my friend Shireen and I met once a month to dissect a movie. In honor of Oscar season, here is an old episode we did about the 2024 Academy Award Best Picture winner, '...