Raising Runners

Over the past 15 years, Alison’s experience as a team and personal coach, facilitator, small business owner and parent has convinced her of the power of a strong positive mindset. Training the mind in combination with physical, technical and tactical skills empowers athletes to reach their full competitive potential.  Alison is an avid sports coach, volunteer, and connector of family and friends....

In todays episode I get to talk with Lindsay about the Alexander Technique. She shares some common posture problems and how to fix them. She also talks about the impotance of posture and helps me fix a postural problem during the interview.  Check her out! Bonus-30 min video class on website called "The Hidden Reason Why You Struggle to Fix Your Posture".  It elaborates on what we were discussing...

In todays episode I get to talk with Jill Anderson, the owner of Jump Bunch. She talks about owning a youth sports program, training coaches and working with athletes as young as 18 months. She talks about her passion for what she does and spreading joy through her programs. It was a really fun chat.  Check out Jump Bunch  Young Athletes United Jil Anderson Questions, comments, interview...

In todays episode I get to talk with author, runners, student, podcaster Emily Cole. She shares her new book with us and talks about her incredible story to how she got to writing this book. She shares some great information and also shares her passion for helping young athletes. Here is where to find her! The Players Plate The Players Platform Questions, comments, interview requests, etc email me...

In todays episode I get to talk with Liz Fanco- runner and mom of 8. She talks about her journey to find running later in life and how she got her whole family to learn to love it as well. She also talks about Team World Vision and her involvement with them. Lastly she shares a horrible accident that happened in her family and how they returned to running. She is truly incredible and inspiring. Te...

In todays episode I get to talk with Coach Gumbs from EmpowerMe academy. He shares tips for parents and coaches about helping athletes not get burnt out on sports. He also tells us about his amazing program he has started! "Founded in 2013, Empower ME Academy provides a holistic training experience. Student-Leaders develop better basketball skills — and in addition, improve their attitude, commitm...

In todays episode I talk with Amy Stein- herbalist, Energy Medicine Educator, PAUSE Trauma-Informed Breathwork Facilitator. Amy’s mission is to educate and empower others who are suffering with physical, mental or emotional health imbalances. By looking to work with Mother Nature’s intelligence rather than against it, as it is the same intelligence that exists in our bodies. She believes we can be...

In todays episode I get to talk with Robert Herbst about his weightlifting career, coaching young athletes and about drug testing. He shares so many insights from his experience in the fitness industry and with working with athletes for so long. I get to ask questions about doping and the drug testing process as well. Check out all that he does! Questions, comments, interview requests, etc email m...

In todays episode I get to talk with Niraj and RT from The Stride Shop. They shares some awesome advice, tips and info to help us stay healthy and injury free runners. We talked about warming up, cooling down, building days and strength. They have so much knowledge that can benefit all of us who run, walk or move! The Stride Shop was co-founded in 2019 by physical therapists Ryan Hill and Niraj Vo...

In todays episode I get to talk with Ruth Cummings who is a sport massage therapist and body, mind life coach. She shares some awesome insights she's gotten from coaching her daughters tennis team, she shares warm up and cool down tips and she talks about how she works with different athletes to better understand their bodies.  You can find her here ! or on instagram  Questions, comments...

In todays episode I get to talk with Dr. LJ about hormones, cycle syncing and how to use your period as a superpower. She explains how hormones work in our bodies, why we are feeling certain ways at different times and what we can do to maximize our training. She also gives tips for when we have to push through not feeling our best. She brought an amazing energy that was so fun to get to be a part...

In todays episode I get to talk with Anne Kirk from Kirks Krav Mega. She talks with us about safety tips and her self defense program at her school. She gives incite into how the program benefits people and how it is taught. For all the local people make sure you check out her gym in West Chester PA! Check her out! Kirks Krav Maga Questions, comment, etc email merakirunclub@gmail.com rate, review,...

In todays episode I get to talk with running coach, Alan Ladd, from The Running Rules. He breaks down general fueling tips for runners and then fueling for different races and time frames. He also talks recovery fueling with different goals in mind.  Check him out for nutrition and running help! https://www.therunningrules.com https://www.instagram.com/therunningrules/ questions comments etc...

In todays episode I get to talk with Dr. Jay about how he helps people work on their mindset to achieve what they want to achieve. He gives some great tips and advice for us on how to adjust our mindset and how to help kids apply is as well. Check out Dr Jay at http://thevibemindset.com/

***Trigger warning- we discuss eating disorder and recovery on a personal level.  In todays episode I get to talk with the wonderful Lizzy Cangro- nutrition and wellness coach. She shares her personal experience as a person with disordered eating and her journey to being a healthy a balance person. She shares how she now helps people with their body image and wellness and she also tells us ab...

In todays episode I get to speak with Austen Allen, who is a trauma informed personal trainer. He is the owner/founder/coach of Lighthouse Fitness and he has a podcast where he discusses topics in the wellness space. He explains what it means to be trauma informed, how he structures his programming and why it is important. It was such a great conversation and so great for us coaches to get ideas!...

In todays episode I get to talk with an incredible father-daughter duo, Buck and Krissy, about their program Student Aces. We have a great discussion about why they started it, who it is for, what is taught and more. It was awesome to hear about their program and its impact on the youth in their community. As a coach and community member who wants to make an impact I felt so inspired by their work...

In this episode I get to talk with Tilita- Certified strength, conditioning, and nutrition coach by trade, competitive track & field athlete by talent, #GoalDigger by nature, Tilita Lutterloh, aka Coach T, has always operated from a place of values-rooted excellence, which led her to being an Olympic development track & field athlete. She shares her knowledge of fitness, track and field an...

In todays episode I get to talk with Coach Julia who is a cross country and track coach. She shares her running history and what she is doing now. We also get to talk about how she motivates and connect with her athletes. She is a registered dietician as well and gives some advice and talks about balancing her roles with the young athletes. Check her out! https://www.instagram.com/running.on.cupca...

In todays episode I talk with Shari Miller, PT, DPT, OCS all about running! She shares her running journey as well as how she now help people with running. She gives us some science knowledge about how our bodies work as well as some mindset info. She talks about body composition and body types as well as body diversity in sports. It was such a fun, informative conversation.  Check out her we...

In todays episode I have such a fun, energetic guest, Shaun Pryor. He shares his story of recovering from a heart attack in his 30's. He talks about being a fire fighter and training in mental health first aid. He also educates me on sports and color commentating. His energy was undeniable and uplifting and his message about making sure to check in on others and take care of people is truly amazin...

In todays episode I get to talk with Sara Vatore, M.Ed., SEP about Peak Performance and all of the work that she does with athletes. She combines cutting-edge neuroscience, somatics and mindset training to help athletes overcome fears, blocks and injuries, develop mental toughness and perform to their fullest potential. She has written 4 books for athletes (The Embodied Confidence series) on acces...

In todays episode I talk with Lexi Kaz about her time playing division 1 soccer during the pandemic. We also talk about her history with sports, injuries, quitting playing and then finding a love for sports again. She also shares her journey into digital marketing and her book! Check it out https://www.akinfinite.com Her Book! questions, comments, interview requests email merakirunclub@gmail.com&n...

In todays episode I get to speak with Dr. Sarah Pospos, MD, MS about sports psychiatry. She shares a lot of useful knowledge about mental health and sports, athletes and medication and more useful information.  -For CA patients, my next available telehealth appointment is in September -For additional free resources: www.lifestyletelepsychiatry.com/subscribe -IG @lifestyletelepsychiatry questions,...

Today I get to talk with Jane from Unselfishly me. We talk about mindset, grounding, things we can do as parents to help our children build self confidence and yoga. She offered from great ideas and resources to help us all feel more grounded and calm. Check out her website and podcast for more from her! Receive 10% off the beginner yoga challenge using "meraki" https://unselfishlyme.com/product/b...