The Bluegrass BAMR Podcast

In this mini-episode, Stephanie talks about her departure as Co-Chapter Leader of the She Runs This Town (SRTT), Louisville Chapter. Join SRTT Louisville here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Louisvillekymrtt/ Read the open letter here: https://bluegrassbamr.wordpress.com/2024/06/28/an-open-letter-to-the-she-runs-this-town-louisville-chapter/

Stephanie and Sherry take a short trip down memory lane and recap Sherry's first 50K experience at the 2024 Pistol Ultra Run. Show Notes: The Pistol Ultra Run: www.pistolultra.com Upcoming race discount codes: RUNSWITHUS gives 15% off the KDF Mini/Marathon BIBRAVE24 gives $5 off the Missoula Marathon BIBRAVE2024 gives 10% off Urban Bourbon Half Marathon

This episode gets right into Karin’s journey from 5Ks to ultra running and the 'secret sauce' to training for ten 100 mile races (and counting). Karin talks about her physical and mental training and well as the benefits of using a running coach. We hope you enjoy getting to know Karin more and feeling just a tad bit more inspired after listening! Show Notes Susan Donnelly - Mindset & Strategy Coa...

Stephanie is reunited with Hood to Coast Relay Team member Bari in this episode. Listen in as Stephanie catches up with Bari - They talk about how they met, Bari's running journey, and their affinity for run clubs. Listeners are certain to catch some inspiration and motivation from this episode! Show Notes: Runner's Hii Run Club

In this episode, Stephanie brings in some amazing (non) experts for a 'True or False' line of questioning. Listen in as these ladies talk about advice for new runners and cover some hot topics like pace and running shoes. Show notes: Sherry Boesch's Podcast Episode 6 Follow Sherry on IG Follow Melissa on IG Follow Olivia on IG

Stephanie puts a wrap on 2023 and talks about ideas and events to look forward to in 2024. She talks about overcoming injuries, volunteering at races (one of her favorite things), and planning for 2024.

Julie joins Stephanie for this important podcast covering all of the things-- including turning from fearful to fearless! Listen in as Julie talks about why she started running. We touch on how aging and life experiences have helped Julie become fearless. She also shares with us her current journey to Ragnar Immortal status- a feat definitely not for the faint of heart. Learn more about Ragnar at...

Stephanie is back with a new mini-episode! In this podcast, she will explain why it has been a bit since she has put out an episode (spoiler alert-that darn ultra training has been in her way) and some of the key takeaways she has from this training cycle. Will you smile and nod in agreement, take some mental notes, or disagree with it all? There is only one way to know, so check it out.

Stephanie is joined by Apryl Tidd and Lina Mowat to recap their 2022 Hood to Coast Relay with Team Knockaround. Listen in as the trio talks about the highs and lows of a 198-mile relay race and recount their relay leg experiences as runners 8, 9 & 11.  Special thanks to Knockaround and Bibrave for bringing such an amazing group of humans together for this event! Show notes: Knockaround Sunglasses...

Debbie Stafford joins Stephanie for another episode of the Bluegrass BAMR podcast. Debbie talks about why she loves running so much; for her, it is an experience.  We talk about her travels across the United States to run in the most amazing places. She also tells us more about Team Red, White & Blue and why it is so near and dear to her heart. Stephanie enjoyed catching up with Debbie an...

Sara Ziegele, DPT, sits down with host Stephanie Boyd to talk about her path to running and her current connection to the Louisville running community. Sara talks about her move to Louisville with her young family and the drive to start her own business in Preempt Physical Therapy, LLC. In this episode, you learn a little more about Sara as a person and a provider. I hope you find our discussion i...

Stephanie sits down to talk with Kim Dallara in this episode.  Kim describes herself as an "average human being that likes to stay active", but in reality, she is much more than that! Kim is an advocate for women in the triathlete world.  Listen in as Kim talks about her journey to find running and eventually triathlons.  She shares that awareness, information and accessibility are...

Stephanie wraps up 2021 by talking with Kelly Doyle about the magic of embracing challenges and seeing changes in yourself! Kelly is a native Louisvillian, mom, wife, sister, and amazing cheerleader. In this episode, Kelly tells us about the start of her running journey, her setback when fighting choriocarcinoma (cancer), and her comeback to running in 2016. She gives some great advice on being op...

This week Stephanie welcomes Tavi Tichenor, ultrarunner, mom, wife, yogi, and all-around BAMR, to the show. At the start of this interview, Tavi is fresh off of back-to-back Barkley Fall Classic and Chicago Marathon finishes! She talks about her start in running, her recent running adventures, as well as the joys & challenges of being a new mom! Through her work as a local yoga instructor as w...

Marcie Prather, mom, runner, and cancer survivor, joins Stephanie for this episode. After chemo and 33 radiation treatments in 2016, Marcie decided that if she was strong enough to battle cancer, she was strong enough to return to running.  Marcie talks about her experience running with other women and how this impacted her running journey - she even completed her first half marathon during a pand...

Stephanie sits down to talk to Madeline Rivera in this latest episode of the podcast. Maddie happens to be a BAMR that has finished race distances from 5K to 100 miles. She tells us a little bit about when she started running (later in life), gives new runners some great advice (spoiler: consistency is key), and talks about the importance of volunteering/giving back to the sport of running.  ...

Lorri Roberts identifies as a runner, artist, and coach, but she is also a BAMR. In this episode, Lorri talks with Stephanie about the start of her running journey, the day she knew she was a runner, and her love of the Louisville running community.  Lorri is a head coach at Fleet Feet Louisville and she credits this group for keeping her accountable and enthusiastic about running. She also t...

Stephanie sits down to talk to fellow BibRave Pro, Jaimelee Steurer in this episode.  Jaimelee started running early in life and then took a hiatus when she had her children. In 2017 she returned to running and she talks with us about balancing running, work and family. Jaimeelee takes the time to share some fun stories and encourages listeners to give themselves some grace as they (re) start...

In this episode, Stephanie shares a little about her experience with COVID-19. Specifically, she talks about her recovery and return to running.   You can read more about this on her blog at https://bluegrassbamr.wordpress.com/2021/04/06/returning-to-running-after-a-covid-19-diagnosis/ If you have COVID-19 or are recovering and experience feelings of sadness or despair, please reach out to St...

Michelle Phillips is a runner relatively "new" to the running scene.  However, many people already recognize her from her bright smile, positive attitude, and signature purple hair. In this episode, we chat about why she started running and chat on strategies she recommends to runners of all sizes that may help motivate them to start their own journey. And, of course, we talk about what makes...

Melissa began her running journey with a 5K, then took a hiatus. After having 2 children, she returned to running and has completed several races up to the marathon distance.  In this episode, we talk about her running journey and what it is like to be a runner with Type 1 Diabetes.  I hope you enjoy this light-hearted conversation and learn more about T1D along the way! Show Notes Learn more abou...

Don’t let anyone tell you “You can’t”! The Stephanies collide in this fun, free-spirited episode where they chat about women and running. Stephanie shares her first race memory (Throo the Zoo 5K), the moment when she felt like she was truly a runner, and how running has positively impacted her life. When she started running she never imagined not only would her fitness level evolve, but she would...

I am excited to introduce Ashley Shutts to all the listeners out there this week. She is a mom, hiker, wife, barber, and ultrarunner here in the Louisville area.  In this episode, she describes to us how her love for the outdoors as a kid helped create the runner she is today.  Ashley describes falling ill with an autoimmune disease after having her first child.  Experiencing Guillain-Barre Syndro...

Stephanie interviews her friend and NYC marathon travel mate, Rhonda Braden in this episode. They talk about the start of Rhonda’s running journey and how she’s made her dream of running Boston come true-more than once! Rhonda & Stephanie also share some fun stories including their adventures during the 2018 NYC Marathon as well as Ragnar Trail Relay.  Lastly, Rhonda offers some great sug...

Season 2 of the Bluegrass BAMR podcast kicks off with Kim sharing her story of returning to running. She shares her feelings about running later in life and provides insight to those who want to run but are not sure where to start. Kim also talks about her love of trail running and training her first 50K, The Knobstone Knockout! I hope you glean some life wisdom from this episode as Kim reminds us...