Not Your Average Runner, A Running Podcast

This week, I quiz Rachel on all the epic running adventures she's had so far, and how she's preparing for her next one. She's sharing the personal evolution she's experienced since becoming an NYAR ambassador, how thought work has aided her growth as a runner, and she just might inspire you to become a trail runner too!     Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunne...

I'm sharing a conversation I had over on the Another Mother Runner Podcast where we talked about my relationship with weight loss and my experience of creating a space for runners who feel "other" in the running world. I share my thoughts on weight loss, especially in relation to running speed, the mental side of running, and the myths that need to be dispelled about being a larger-bodied runner....

Join us this week to hear Louise's story of seeing the impact of diet culture on women and the biases plus-sized people experience on a daily basis. She's here to share her experience of finding body liberation, and why she decided it was necessary to share this gift with the world and create a size-inclusive environment for larger-bodied people.   Get full show notes and more information here: ht...

There are so many traps we can fall into when we're training for a race, so this week, I'm laying them all out so you can avoid them. I want your race day experience to end with you filled with pride for your badass self as you cross the finish line, so I'm giving you my top 3 steps to your best race ever!   Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/218

Tune in this week as Rebecca lets us in on the confidence she's found since joining the community, and how she couldn't imagine being the kind of runner she is today. Rebecca is shedding light on how the mental work she's done has been vital to her progression, and I know she's going to inspire those of you who think you can't be runners to think otherwise.   Get full show notes and more informati...

Dean's work has changed my life, and his story of personal evolution is more than mind-blowing. So, tune in this week as Dean shares with us his incredible story of becoming a runner, the adventures he's had along the way, and why even after all this time, he doesn't consider himself a competitive runner, which I know is something most listeners will be able to relate to.   Get full show notes and...

Join us this week as Melissa lets us in on her epic marathon adventures. Although she's an incredible person, she too believed she wasn't athletic or "enough" of a runner, but has since gone on to accomplish so much, and I hope this episode gives you your daily dose of inspiration and motivation to get out there.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/215

This week, I'm sharing a fellow raging feminist and my new best friend with you all, Sarah Ratzlaff. Sarah and I discuss what it means to empower women, why this is so needed in our world, and the most common obstacles to women's empowerment. And because we had so much to say, you can look forward to hearing from Sarah again on future episodes!   Get full show notes and more information here: http...

This week I quiz Rachel, Sarah, Bethany, and Rebecca on their running adventures and how things have changed for them since taking the Rebel Runner Roadmap. These badass women have since become NYAR ambassadors and multiple half-marathon runners, and I can't wait for you to hear why the Roadmap is the community for exploring running among people who truly get you.   Get full show notes and more in...

This week, I help you refine the basic skills you already have so you can truly love running and feel like the badass you are. I'm showing you why my approach to running differs from other coaches or running apps, and the 3 most common mistakes beginner runners make so you can avoid feeling defeated before you've even begun.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraverageru...

Listen in this week as I list the red flags that signify you're on a path to quitting, even if it doesn't feel like it in the moment. I'm showing you the key differences between big quits and little quits, why you need compelling reasons for your goal, and how to be prepared for the moments your brain tells you that quitting is the best option.   Get full show notes and more information here: http...

Tune in this week as I offer my top 3 tips for getting consistent with an exercise routine. I'm showing you why you might be struggling with this right now, the thoughts that might be getting in your way, and how to begin analyzing and correcting these thought errors.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/210

Discover how to choose your hard in a way that serves you. I'm sharing why our brains always try to convince us to take the easy option, and then beat us up for it. When you bring your awareness to this pattern, you'll be able to make decisions in one moment that will actually benefit you in the long term, no matter how difficult it feels in that moment.   Get full show notes and more information...

Tune in this week for some serious inspiration. Sierra is sharing how she suffered an injury almost immediately after the last time we heard from her, and how she's working through it physically and mentally so she can reach the start line in the best shape possible. Sierra has also left her job and joined Run Your Best Life as a coach, so she's talking us through that experience as well.   Get fu...

Discover why manifesting and the law of attraction can be incredible tools in your journey as a runner. Cassie is sharing the science behind the law of attraction, the tools she uses in the manifestation process, and what you can start doing right now to attract whatever you want into your life.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/207

Lisa and I discuss the thought work she applied to her running and how it impacted the intentionality with which she approaches her goals. We're diving into the importance of making time for the things we want as women, and although she's injured right now, she's sharing how she's taking care of herself as part of her training routine.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyo...

I'm interviewing one of our incredible and inspirational NYAR Ambassadors, Robyn Harvard. We're discussing the reality of returning to running after illness and injury, some practical tips to get you there, and how Robyn is focusing on her mindset and long-term goals to make sure she enjoys every run she embarks upon in the future.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyourav...

Cynthia reminds you of what's possible for you, even if you're full of doubt right now about whether you can be a runner. She's sharing some of the biggest lessons she's learned from being a member of our community, why rest and recovery are not nice-to-haves, and her best tips for runner safety. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/204

Judith gives you the permission you might have been waiting for to like what you like and rock it. She's outlining the foundation of real lasting makeovers, why this is an opportunity to get to know yourself at an even deeper level, and her best tips for coming back from a year of not getting dressed over the course of the pandemic. Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyourave...

Denny shares his take on the importance of focusing on what works for you versus trying to keep up with other people, and his experience of embracing the heart-rate training approach. The conversation doesn't just end there though, because we're also diving into injury prevention tips and cross-training, so you don't want to miss this conversation! Get full show notes and more information here: ht...

If you identify as shy or an introvert, you might feel like confidence is a quality that's simply out of reach for you. But confidence isn't only for loud, outgoing people. Today, Elle shares her knowledge about all things confidence and self-esteem. She does not hold back the hard truths, and this is exactly why, whether you identify as a confident person or not, I know this episode is going to b...

Find out the four biggest life lessons I've learned over 200 episodes of this podcast. From being unapologetically myself to failure and learning to take the first step in any endeavor, I hope you'll be able to apply these teachings and discover what you can create in your own life too! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/200

Discover how to start running with the run-walk approach! I'm giving you everything you need to know about where to start if you're brand new at this, as well as modifications for those of you who have been running without stopping so far and want to give this a try. Experimentation is the name of the game, and I'm showing you how to use it to find the perfect balance for you. Get full show notes...

If this is your first 5K, you're probably feeling overwhelmed and nervous, but Rebels, as always, I got you. I'm sharing my best tips for following your training plan to the T, even when you don't want to, the logistical aspects to consider as you get closer to race day, and my etiquette tips so you can run your own race and cross that finish line in high gear! Get full show notes and more informa...

Listen in this week to discover whether you're ready for your first 5K! I'm laying out the top three worst-case scenarios people believe that stop them from even trying, and my tips on what to consider when you're picking a training plan. And make sure to tune in next week where we'll be getting into the nuts and bolts of 5K training! Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyoura...