In Her Nature

We are so excited to link up with the two people behind Wyld Honeys , Caroline Kenyon & Ali Hartwig. They're "two best friends who share a deep passion for the joy of cooking and dining in the great outdoors." Picture this - your closest friends, a cute little campsite, and lots of good food on the table. What could be better? On this episode, we chat through... using outdoor spaces to foster...

This week on the pod, Erica Gebbia joins us to talk about hybrid training and building up to her first longer trail race this spring. Hybrid training can look different for any athlete, but for Erica it typically means trail running and road cycling throughout the year. Takeaways from this episode: what is hybrid training and why it can be beneficial (cough, cough - burn out) decreasing injury ris...

This week on the pod, Chloe B, the founder of The Mountains are Women , joins us to talk about mentorship and friendships fostered in the outdoors. We talk about how important your relationships play into your outdoor experiences. Takeaways from this episode: finding power in your female-identifying friendships establishing a mentor (and why it's rad!) adding glitter to the mix makes everything be...

As we look towards spring, we are so excited to share more information on fly fishing ! Friend of the pod, Sam M, shares his experience getting into fly fishing along with his personal knowledge on public land usage. Even if you don't see yourself in this side of the outdoors, you may be surprised how approachable this area of outdoor recreation is. Recommendations from Sam ... Hilary Hutcheson Sh...

Thru-hiking has always seemed like a far off goal that is a little impossible at the end of the day. However, after listening to this episode with Eryn, you just might feel differently! Eryn hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in the 2023 season and shares with us her experiences on trail. Some takeaway's from this week's episode with Eryn include : hiking lingo and basics to set the foundation tackling...

It's easy to compare yourself to others, especially during this time of year where there is not shortage of goals, vision boards, and in vs outs floating around. Look no further, on this episode, we chat with Sophie on taking the outdoors at your pace. Some takeaway's from this week's episode with Sophie include : making the outdoors comfortable for you learning how to set boundaries to balance de...

Wow! And just like that the holidays are here! We are so grateful for 2023, and very much looking forward to turning a new leaf in 2024. Kat & Caroline reflect on 2023 and talk through some ideas for 2024. This episode also includes unheard content from previous guests this year AND a sneak peak of some new content coming in 2024. (PS Thanks for supporting us this year. We are so excited to sh...

Finding your strongest, best moving self sometimes seems far-fetched, but what if we told you it's just around the corner? By making little tweaks, you could be moving better day-to-day, including on your runs! In this episode, we chat with Bri about balancing both to be the happiest, strongest human. Some takeaway's from this week's episode include : developing your weekly workout routine balanci...

With the chill in the air, it's time to get hyped for winter sports!! Nordic (aka cross-country) skiing is one of those activities we have truly fallen in love with recently. We have our friend Ashley on to share some insight on how to get started with nordic skiing, so you can give it a try this winter. Some takeaway's from this week's episode include : which style of nordic skiing to start with...

We are so excited to welcome on, friend of the pod, Annie Hughes ! Annie calls Leadville, CO home and is a professional ultrarunner for Hoka. She has quite a few notches in her experience toolbelt including being the youngest woman to win Leadville 100 (and Cocodona 240), holding the previous FKT of the Collegiate Loop, top three women at Hardrock 2023 and almost always smiling when clocking her m...

We are thrilled to have Kalanihuia (aka Gabby) on to chat with us about her experience with cycling! She took a rad bikepacking trip in Idaho this summer that caught our eye, so it was blast hearing more about her trip and experiences on the bike! Takeaway's from this week's episode: important pieces of gear to invest in as someone just starting why gravel riding is so fricking fun (or sometimes t...

The countdown to ski season is on! On this episode, we talk to Jess Gresho about incorporating strength training to make this the best ski season yet! Jess started FlowZone Performance Coaching which specializes in strength and conditioning designed specifically for mountain athletes. Buy the "12 weeks to the peaks" ski training program HERE!! Takeaways from this week's episode: understanding weak...

Fall is in the air, so that means it's also peak marathon season! If you are inspired this season, it might be time to find your race for the upcoming year. Marathons are intimidating, daunting goals, but we KNOW you have it in you to try one! On the pod, we have Hanna B speaking on her "26 by 26" experience - completing her first marathon by her 26th birthday! Even if a marathon isn't in the card...

We are so excited to have Rachel W, the new USA Triathlon National Champion in the Olympic distance for women 25-29, on the pod! She believes "triathlon has taught me how to be flexible through life. It’s a sport that never goes 100% according to plan and that’s exactly how life is. I've learned how to deal with challenges as they come and to make light of difficult situations. In the end things w...

We are so excited for this week's episode all about surfing ! Join Caroline and Riley as they chat about ... • confusing lingo you may hear in the lineup • navigating barriers like gear, technique, etiquette, and localism • finding comfort in larger bodies of water • balancing progression with access to good surfing spots Ways to financially support Maui after the wildfires: Maui Strong Fund Maui...

Solo travel can be quite intimidating and seem like something other, more adventurous people do; however, on today's episode we chat with IHN friend Tessa about the art of solo travel. Almost as if it was straight from her travel journal, she believes “being alone by no means has to be lonely. For me, solo traveling is a way to connect to myself , to other people, and to other ways of life. It ope...

Lucy Scholz is one of the those people you always want on your team. She's determined, kind, prioritizes joy, and has raced 1,200+ miles since 2008. She recently won (!!) The Speed Project (a race from LA to Vegas) solo with an all female crew. Pause and let that sink in, people! Warning: our interview with Lucy may make you want to embark on a crazy cool challenge with your closest girlfriends. W...

In a pursuit that has mostly been a male's game, female mountaineers rarely get the attention they deserve. After reading Johanna Garton's book Edge of the Map, I knew the story of Christine Boskoff was something that would inspire me for the rest of my life. Chris Boskoff was a premier female mountaineer summiting many of the world's most legendary peaks. She was from Wisconsin, an engineer, &amp...

Fastest Known Times (FKTs) have exploded in popularity in the recent years due to their simplicity; they are self organized attempts on how little time it takes you to get from point A to point B. Despite their popularity, there is a huge discrepancy in the amount of FKTs women have set compared to men. After learning about the data divide, Marta Fisher decided she wanted to do something about it....

We are so excited to sit down with Charlie Sprinkman (he/they) , the founder of Everywhere is Queer . Charlie started EIQ, a world wide map of queer owned businesses, after a roadtrip in 2021, and it has been wildly successful ever since. In this episode, we cover: Charlie's startup story and some of their hard earned entrepreneurial tips Future goals for the digital map, such as finding community...

Do you have a road trip on the docket yet for the summer? Join Caroline & Annie as they talk about planning the "perfect" road trip. (When are road trips ever perfect anyway?) Experience the freedom of exploring at your own pace and uncover adventures beyond the typical tourist spots. Get ready to embark on the open road safely and create memories that will last a lifetime while doing it.

Join us as we discuss the basics of trail running !! Our guest, Katie, will share her tips on gear (ie nutrition), trail vs road running, and balancing injury prevention. We also challenge common misconceptions about trail running, showing that it's an accessible sport - despite what it may seem like. Tune in to learn how you can take your first steps towards becoming a trail runner, and start exp...

In today's first ever BONUS episode, we talk about one of the biggest challenges for many skiers & snowboarders : gaining confidence on the slopes. Elizabeth and Liz chat with Caroline about the factors that influence your confidence level, such as experience, gear upgrades, and maintaining a positive mindset. We also scratch the surface about backcountry touring and some safety basics you nee...

Join Caroline as she gets all her questions about swimming answered! As someone that joined a master swim class to train for an upcoming triathlon, she felt intimidated in the pool during practices. Our guest, Molly, breaks down how to read swim workouts, lane etiquette, and learning a more efficient stroke technique. Molly & Caroline also chat about training for the swim in triathlons and tra...

Intimidated by how intense running can seem? Taking time off after losing the joy in the jog? Join Caroline & Liz, a former D1 cross country & track athlete, as they discuss the importance of building a healthy relationship with running. We go over fundamentals, such as where to get shoes, injury prevention, and staying consistent. Liz and Caroline chat about not getting caught up in the d...