Mile Marker Matriarch

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered if you’re a real runner? If you’ve ever felt too slow, too old, too new, too inconsistent, too imperfect to claim the title… this episode is for you. This week, Stacy Cacciatore — founder of Mile Marker Matriarch and creator of the Running Rhetorics framework — breaks open one of the most toxic myths in running culture: the belief that only a certain kind of...

Send us Fan Mail I've run the Chicago Marathon every year since 2017 and it's my favorite race I've ever run!! I've run over 150+ road races across America (and France!) and The Chicago Marathon has the best crowd support of any race I've ever run!! The cheers! The signs! And don't forget, the cowbells!  But what about all of those runs leading up to this big moment? ...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to experience the magic of runDisney —without boarding a plane, booking a hotel, or navigating the crowds? In this episode of Mile Marker Matriarch , I’m sharing 8 powerful reasons why the runDisney Virtual Series might be your most magical race yet . Whether you’re a seasoned runDisney racer or dreaming of your first Disney medal, you’ll learn how to bring the magic home, s...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode will show you how to shift your mindset, with 10 powerful techniques, that will completely transform your relationship with running and yourself.  If you've ever struggled with a lack of motivation or confidence, perfectionism, juggling too many responsibilities, feeling discouraged, thinking that you're not a "real runner," or are stuck in...

Send us Fan Mail Thinking about running your first marathon this fall? Whether you're a beginner or coming back after a break, this episode is packed with everything you need to know to get started. I'm sharing expert tips as a certified RRCA running coach, personal insights from training for over 20 marathons, and a FREE 18-week training plan to help you go from wherever you are now to...

Send us Fan Mail They say opposites attract--and in the world of fitness, nothing proves that more than running and yoga! In this episode of Mile Marker Matriarch, we explore how yoga and running--seemingly opposite practices--can actually create the perfect partnership for performance, recovery, and longevity. Whether you're short on time, unsure how to get started, or want to learn more abo...

Send us Fan Mail Is running actually bad for your knees? Do you really need to stretch before every run? Can you eat whatever you want as long as you're logging miles? In this myth-busting episode, I'm getting to the bottom of the running fables we've all heard before.  Whether you're a seasoned marathon runner or a new runner questioning what's true, this episode is packe...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is a special one-I'm sharing running events that women will love. These aren't just races, they're transformational experiences. Some of them I've run myself and carry in my heart forever and others made the list through deep research and stories from women in the running community. I also give you the scoop on which races to skip because i...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, you are going to learn how the body stores trauma and how running can help you break free from emotional pain through interoception. We explore the science behind the activation of the sympathetic nervous system, which stimulates the body's fight-or-flight response, and how running can help regulate the nervous system and our emotions.  Let's connect! In...

Send us Fan Mail If you've ever thought about running at Walt Disney World, you’re going to love this episode! There is no better place in the world to run your first event than at Walt Disney World! While running at Disney is amazing, there is a lot of planning involved. Tune in for advice on every aspect of your runDisney event; from signing up for the race, planning, packing, and what to e...

Send us Fan Mail Want to run, but don't know where to get started?  Check out this week's episode for an easy 5-step plan to get you started in your running journey! Stacy shares research on the neuroscience of motivation and how to use your brain to your advantage. Check out milemarkermatriarch.com for free tools and templates to build your plan today!  Let's connect! Instagram : @...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Mile Marker Matriarch podcast! This running podcast empowers women (both trans and cis) and woman-aligned people with knowledge to improve their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual lives through running. We tackle tough topics that go beyond the institutional running rhetorics published in mass media to reflect real, embodied, and lived experiences. Mile Mark...