In this episode, Rachael and Erin introduce the “Runner 101”; based on their shared experiences both running and volunteering. They discuss their own personal experiences with their introduction to running and you won’t believe how different they are! With humor and anecdotes, they emphasize that everyone starts somewhere and learning from experiences is key to becoming a better runner. The conversation covers practical advice on what to wear on race day, fueling strategies, and the significance of understanding race logistics.

And yes, you can always take a pin.

Sound Bites

• “Everyone has to start somewhere”

• “It's important to remember that every race could be someone's first.”

• “Don't wear anything new on race day; stick to what you've trained in.”

• “Fueling strategies should be practiced during training, not just on race day.”

• “Asking questions ahead of time can alleviate race day stress.”

• "You can foster a community online."

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Lol, sometimes this show is just feast for famine.

We go weeks between episodes then I hit you all with three big ones all in a row.

Marty and I sat down to discuss our intermediate milestones; the term coined by my guest, Ray Einig. While I do discuss mine, you'll have to wait until next month as I deferred.

But this is Marty's weekend to go for his 3rd PR in a while at the 13.1 distance on the paths along the lake. He look so happy in that 2024 race photo in his shorts and short sleeves. Marty won't have that weather come this Saturday but that just serves to remind all of us. You may play in the arena, but Mother Nature is your landlord, and this year she's bringing some crazy!

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This episode, Sophia and Joel Feinberg join me on the pod!

This past June, Sophia crushed her first Ironman 70.3 along side her father. She talks about her journey from sprint, to olympic, to 70.3!

So many sound bites from this episode that I can't name a favorite. If pushed, I love our conversation about how a 70.3 is not a half Ironman. It's a 70.3. From now on, there are no half marathons, there's 13.1! No more going into the office saying you did a half marathon to have people say, oh, it's not like you did the full! No more of that!

Please enjoy!