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  • GOTR / Debbie Len - Over 17 years of Service

    GOTR / Debbie Len - Over 17 years of Service
    2024/06/14

    Inspiring Young Girls through Running: An Interview with Debbie Len In this episode of the 'I Run Because' podcast, the hosts explore the motivations behind running and focus on the organization Girls on the Run. They interview Debbie Len, a long-time volunteer coach who discusses her 17 years of involvement with the organization. Debbie shares her journey of starting as a non-runner, the program's growth, and the impact it had on her and the girls she coached. She recounts memorable experiences, including the supportive environment the program fosters, the importance of lessons beyond running, such as body image and bullying, and the emotional 5K events. The episode highlights the significance of volunteering and how it benefits both the volunteers and participants. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:16 Focus on Girls on the Run 00:37 Interview with Debbie Len 00:58 Debbie's Journey with Girls on the Run 02:20 Impact and Experiences 05:29 Challenges and Rewards 07:34 Memorable Moments and Lessons 13:14 Community and Support 17:38 Encouraging Participation and Support 24:33 Conclusion and Farewell
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    25 分
  • GOTR / Margot Pitney: Growing out of shyness

    GOTR / Margot Pitney: Growing out of shyness
    2024/06/08

    In the debut episode of season two of the 'I Run Because' podcast, co-hosts Joe and Christine discuss the transformative impact of the Girls on the Run organization. Special guest Margot Pitney shares her personal journey from a shy third grader to a confident participant and coach in the program, detailing how it helped build her confidence and social skills. They delve into the importance of empowering young girls, especially in the post-pandemic era, and discuss ways listeners can support and get involved with Girls on the Run. The episode highlights the program's unique focus on emotional and social wellness alongside physical health, making it more than just a running club.


    00:00 Welcome to Season Two

    00:32 Introducing Girls on the Run

    01:27 Meet Margot Pitney

    02:31 Margot's Journey with Girls on the Run

    05:20 The Impact of Running on Emotional Well-being

    08:13 The Importance of Girls on the Run

    15:07 Post-Pandemic Challenges and Empathy

    20:26 Training for the 5K

    21:41 The Competitive Spirit of Running

    22:41 The Importance of Medals and Recognition

    23:33 Identifying Girls on the Run at Events

    24:36 Supporting Girls on the Run

    27:55 Personal Experiences and Reflections

    33:51 Rapid Fire Questions

    39:09 Conclusion and Season Kickoff
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    40 分
  • Hellah Sidibe - Train Hellah Good - Run Streaker

    Hellah Sidibe - Train Hellah Good - Run Streaker
    2020/08/20
    We've been extremely lucky to work with Hellah on our first season of the podcast. Each week Hellah would lay out the program for aspiring run streakers that listen to our podcast all while maintaining his own streak and social media content. He is a busy guy, but he still said yes to us. We are grateful. This first season we focused on Achilles International. We heard many great stories from athletes and guides who all LOVE running. Now we focus on Hellah and how he started his journey in running and what really motivates him to run. Spoiler alert! He is a selfless, kind, and unique person that we can all learn from whether it is in running, or just in his outlook on life. Thank you Hellah Sidibe for being uniquely you. Thank you for gracing us with your presence as a trainer and guest on our first season of I Run BeCause. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/irunbecause/support
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    26 分
  • Annie Donnell, St. Louis Chapter Leader, Achilles International

    Annie Donnell, St. Louis Chapter Leader, Achilles International
    2020/08/12
    Annie Donnell is the leader of the St. Louis chapter of Achilles. Let's just say she races in the 20-24 age group and is a force to be reckoned with. She started running with the Nashville chapter (listen to Lizzy and Amy from the Nashville chapter [https://anchor.fm/irunbecause/episodes/Amy-Harris-and-Lizzy--Nashville---Achilles-International-ef82l2]) in 2017 when she was a sophomore. When she graduated from college and returned to St. Louis it didn't take long for her to start up the new chapter. Take a listen to Annie and how she has grown to 15 athletes and 40 guides and growing! And don't forget, as usual, WHY she runs. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/irunbecause/support
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    26 分
  • Michael Anderson, NYC Chapter Leader, Achilles International

    Michael Anderson, NYC Chapter Leader, Achilles International
    2020/08/05
    Michael Anderson joined Achilles [https://www.achillesinternational.org/] as the Director of the NYC Chapter in May of 2017. Michael has competed in over 350 races in the U.S. and around the globe, has completed eleven consecutive Boston Marathons and has run over 25 marathons including five World Marathon Majors (Tokyo, Boston, Berlin, Chicago, and NYC). After running his first NYRR [https://www.nyrr.org/] race in 2000, Michael was moved by the power of Achilles and has been an admirer ever since. He credits the accomplishments of Achilles athletes as a factor in pushing himself on race day and for toughing it out in the grueling final miles of each marathon he has run. Before joining Achilles, he spent several years as an event manager and freelance writer. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/irunbecause/support
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    47 分
  • Rebecca Lindenbaum, Guide and Board Member, Achilles International

    Rebecca Lindenbaum, Guide and Board Member, Achilles International
    2020/07/29
    Welcome to Rebecca Lindenbaum who is a board member of Achilles International and a guide as well. Many athletes will recognize Rebecca from her position at the NYC Marathon finish line greeting them as they crossed the finish line. She recalls her first year when 250 athletes plus their guides participated. It was an emotional moment for her. Running an organization like this requires members to be athletes, but also requires guides. Additionally, there is a business aspect to running an organization and it needs funds to operate. When Rebecca first started getting involved with Achilles she went into their office to learn why people weren't huge or giving more money. She decided that day to host a fundraising event at her home. That was her start. "When I think about Achilles, I have to just say, it's the family. It's everyone helping everyone. And no matter what kind of disability you have, or don't have, everyone is really there for each other. So, I just feel like I need to say that, because to Mary and Francesco, my weeks were so filled with such incredible people in my life and it's just, it's just made my life so much fuller." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/irunbecause/support
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    51 分
  • Maryellen Branna - New Jersey, Achilles International

    Maryellen Branna - New Jersey, Achilles International
    2020/07/22
    Do you remember the big old walkman radios? That's when Maryellen started running. Since the 90's Maryellen was running just to keep in shape. Around 2014 she found herself introduced to a women's running group in Ridgewood. She was familiar with many of the other moms in the group and almost immediately began a couch to 5k program and soon after her first half-marathon. Over the years she has been involved in a few other groups and organizations like Jersey Women Strong [https://www.jerseywomenstrong.com/], Girls on the Run [https://www.girlsontherun.org/], and of course, Achilles International [https://www.achillesinternational.org/]. "It makes me so happy. It brings me such joy and I, you know, really the running is just the means of being connected to so many different people, which is really, when you think that the question for this podcast is, why do I run? I run because I love being connected to so many other people." Listen to Maryellen tell the story of her many connections to the athlete's of Achilles and all the other great programs she is associated with. Let's not forget to mention that Maryellen is on a two year running streak! Program note: You can also start your run streak with us by listening to each episode and following the prescription of our very own Hellah Sidibe. He has been on a 3 plus year running streak. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/irunbecause/support
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    35 分
  • Jill Certisomo - Chicago, Achilles International

    Jill Certisomo - Chicago, Achilles International
    2020/07/15
    This week we welcome and spotlight Achilles International Chicago athlete, Jill Certisomo. Jill was born with Diplegic Cerebal Palsy which affects her right side mostly and impacts her balance. In 2018, she discovered Achilles when she was surfing the internet looking for races she could participate in. She credits her experience with Achilles as one of providing her with her comfort, fun, and safety. "It's an amazing difference. I mean, I never thought any of this was possible. Never once. So I always just kinda thought any race I did was always going to be just me. You know, at the very back, and as slow as humanly possible because a lot of times it was legit, me and a police escort, and God bless my friend cause her smiling face with her two kids at the end going, 'you did it.'" --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/irunbecause/support
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    30 分