Mary Borman loves to swim, to challenge herself, to wear bright colors, share her story, and most importantly, have fun! The athlete, model. and Down Syndrome advocate has always challenged herself to accomplish what some may say she can't. Mary has earned several medals competing at the Special Olympics, traveled internationally to race for the Down Syndrome International Swimming Organization, and is now training to become the first woman with Down Syndrome to finish a half Ironman (race is in June 2025). Today we dive in to:

• Why she decided to train to become the first woman with Down Syndrome to finish a half Ironman
• How she motivates herself to show up on days she feels less motivated
• Experience of connecting and riding with Ally Love at Peloton in NYC
• Why saying 'YES' to scary things is so important
• BIG future goals & dreams
• Morning mantra & music

Follow Mary Borman on social media: @mermaid_maryborman

Follow along with Hannah on social: @_hannah.donnelly

To watch the episodes: NBC Sports Boston YouTube

The dynamic running duo Alexi Pappas and Lisa Thompson joined me in studio during Boston Marathon weekend as they prepared to race their fourth Boston together. Alexi, a former Olympian representing Greece, and Lisa Thompson, a competitive visually impaired runner, met years ago through 'Team With a Vision' and have been racing around the world since. Today we dive in to:

• How the two first met & how they knew that they would be unstoppable teaming up together
• Their tether and communication system that helps them navigate crowds and streets
• The ways each runner supports the other throughout the 26.2 miles
• How Alexi decides what to illustrate for Lisa
• Race day brain games -- positivity alphabet, "bird", etc
• How they both started in the sport of running & how they ultimately got hooked on the marathon distance
• Glitter!

Follow along with Lisa on social: @modernbnb

Follow along with Alexi on social: @alexipappas

Follow along with Hannah on social: @_hannah.donnelly

To watch the episodes: NBC Sports Boston YouTube

When Becs Gentry isn't coaching you up on the Peloton app, she's likely chasing her big personal goals or her toddler daughter. Becs isd known for her speed and her spunk, but this is something she has grown into as she's found herself in the sport. After earning her 6th World Majors star in Toyko her partner planted the idea seed of the Great World Marathon (7 marathons, 7 days, 7 continents) -- this past fall she completed it as a way to fill her own cup in the new chapter of motherhood. She trained and competed in this challenge while still coaching millions on the Peloton app, showing up for her family and friends, and covering races as a commentator. Today we dive in to:

• Great World Race -- what made her sign up & how her life changed when she did
• Finding new ways to fill her cup in motherhood
• Running "Eras" (personal & professional!)
• Evolution and impact of the growing running community
• BFF Pace - what is it & how you find it
• Lessons about herself she's learned while running and conquering tough goals
• Favorite cities/routes to run
• Bucket list race

Follow along with Hannah on social: @_hannah.donnelly

To watch the episodes: NBC Sports Boston YouTube