Maybe Running Will Help?

Our guest today is David Slomkowski, the founder and executive director of Athletes Serving Athletes. An organization dedicated to elevating the quality of life for individuals with limited mobility by empowering them to train for and participate in mainstream running events. Sports have had a long history in David’s life from his success as a collegiate athlete to their transformative role in his...

This episode is about a community that gave one very special teacher a place to call home and meaningful life through our sport. Kate Fletcher and her Lion Pride Scholarship run have been covered extensively by the media but during our conversation, Kate shares a part of her story for the first time. Listen in as we learn why helping students see their potential is really so important to Kate and...

Behind the scenes of racing events and the communities who support them :) Check out this episode for an inside look at what goes into our favorite events. This is a perspective we all need to hear! We truly have the best community around, and I have no doubt you'll be inspired to cross the finish after exploring the how and the why behind our sport. When does planning start? How did covid impact...

Dr. Aaron Baggish is the Director of the Cardiovascular Performance Program at the Massachusetts General Hospital Heart Center. In addition to the numerous athletic organizations he serves as team cardiologist and physician, he is also medical director for the BAA Boston Marathon. In 2018, Aaron presented on the topic “Is Too Much Endurance Exercise Bad for Your Heart” It was my discovery of this...

Who is Dr. Dan Ginader and how did he become the most popular PT on the net? What is "runners itch" and what causes RLS (restless leg syndrome)? Dan Ginader is a doctor of physical therapy, and he has gained a very large following on social media with his educational yet entertaining content. He has found a way to connect with people and make complicated medical concepts fun to learn about. Join u...

The secret of toughness might be as simple as letting it go. As a performance expert, executive coach and co-author of Peak Performance Steve Magness is passionate about what really works. He helps those dedicated to personal growth make sense of the science behind success and fulfillment. He doesn’t believe in “hacks” and uses his platforms to educate and not sell simple solutions. His...

"Prepare your body to fight today" - Fitz Koehler In Buffalo New York a few weeks ago, I was introduced to one of the most vibrant spirits I’ve ever encountered - charging me and thousands of runners and spectators with her self-proclaimed “noise” throughout the weekend. Our guest today, Fitz Koehler, is proof that energy and attitude are gifts we can share with others. She specializes in fitness...

Meg Landymore is on a mission to do less and live more. She is passionate about her role as a mom, and devoted to self-care and serving others through running. She is used to living life in the fast lane and rather than blame her anxiety for holding her back, she credits it for her ability to get things done. She gets down and dirty often as an extreme ultra runner but in this episode, she shows h...

At 13, Cole Cosgrove is the youngest guest we’ve ever had on the show. His coach, Sam Lomax, raves on social media that he is the next super star. Cole consistently places first in his age group but what got my attention was his presence among the running community. The mutual respect between him and the other athletes. The respect reserved for those of us who always take our next best step. The r...

In this episode, we're talking to Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), Ilene Smith! Somatic Healing provides the foundation to help resolve trauma symptoms and relieve chronic stress and pain in the body. Through her work, Ilene is able to support the body tissue memory and nervous system to create synergy between the body and mind. Ilene’s book, Moving Beyond Trauma: The Roadmap to Healing fr...

Does running inspire success or are people who are successful drawn to endurance sports? According to an essay he wrote for his fellowship for sports medicine, running is what made Eric Thomson a doctor. It's no surprise that pushing ourselves to extreme limits makes other goals in our life seem reachable. In this episode, Dr. Thomson and I talk about his adventurist past including his time as a w...

Amby Burfoot won the 1968 Boston Marathon, was a long time editor for Runners World Magazine, and has authored several running books but his proudest running accomplishment is that he has run the same Thanksgiving Day 5 mile road race 59 years in a row. To Amby, it's about sticking with the things we have pursued. He values persistence and fortitude, and believes being a champion is more about fea...

Dean doesn't want us to think of him as super human. He is just like us, and his relatability is what makes him most inspiring. He believes ordinary people can do extraordinary things. For all the Baltimore locals, Dean tells us how he felt about running the Baltimore Marathon course! Spoiler, he likes hills. We also hit on most random topics such as his craziest encounters with wild animals. His...

We are born to run but injuries can have us questioning our capabilities. How do we reduce our bodies' risk for injury and what can we do to get back to our sport safely when they occur. Dr. Annie Neurohr is answering our questions  - join us for some fun as we talk about the not so fun topic of being sidelined! ...also, what are ghost pains and why the heck are easy runs so hard?! We discuss psyc...

He may be well known for the workout used by coaches torture us at the end of every marathon season but there's a lot more to Bart than training! In this episode we learn about how he got into running, his favorite and most challenging times as a runner, and why he says running will help - long after PRs. I used multiple resources to research Bart and some of the people and races he mentions durin...

Athletes are at high risk for developing disordered eating and exercise behaviors. This episode aims to spread awareness about the illness that is prevalent among our community. We will answer the following questions: Why is sharing our stories so important? How are eating disorders and athletics connected? What does proper nutrition look like? What is an eating disorder vs. disordered eating? Who...

The inspiring journey of one woman from addiction and low self esteem to home ownership and unshakable confidence. Shelley Leone shares her story to inspire others and spread the message that anything is possible if you put in the work and trust in yourself and your community. Her story has received National and local media attention. Having been featured on people.com, the today show, and in SHAP...

I had a blast making this episode! So thankful to our guests for making this a great resource for the community. When is sick too sick to run? Listen to fellow runners - doctors and my coach - explain how our body reacts to being sick, running, and when you can or shouldn't mix the two during training. Of course we'll spend time discussing the latest on Covid, returning to sport, and what to expec...

When is running problematic? What does recovery look like? In this episode, clinicians and runners will share their thoughts and stories to help us better understand the complicated relationship some of us have with food and exercise. Guests include: Renee McGregor, Sports and Eating Disorder Specialist Dietitian Niki DuBois, MSSW, LMSW - Eating Recovery Center, Alumni and Family Liaison, Texas (S...

How does running help recovering addicts stay sober? In this episode we'll hear from Charlie Engle, ultra marathon runner, recovering addict and author of the memoir: Running Man. Nora Rhodes and Moe Conn from the Charm City Run Race Team share their personal stories of recovery and running. Sources: https://oldvineyardbhs.com/connection-between-childhood-trauma-addiction/ https://www.podiumrunner...

How can we use running as the foundation for positive life experiences? What are the benefits of running that have nothing to do with performance? Who are your peers in the community, and how do they use running to thrive?