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Tough Girl Podcast

著者: Sarah Williams
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The Tough Girl Podcast is all about inspiring and motivating YOU! I will be interviewing inspirational women from around the world, who’ve faced and overcome difficult challenges and situations, they will share their story, their knowledge and provide advice and essential tips for you to overcome your own personal challenges. エクササイズ・フィットネス フィットネス・食生活・栄養 社会科学 衛生・健康的な生活
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  • Wander Women: Kristy & Annette — From Retirement to the Triple Crown of Hiking & a Life of Bold Adventure
    2025/07/08
    In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we meet Kristy and Annette—two inspiring women who completely transformed their lives after retirement. In 2015, they sold everything they owned, bought an RV, and set out to live life on their own terms. What began as a “retirement gift” hike on the Colorado Trail quickly evolved into a bold new chapter of full-time adventure. Since then, Kristy and Annette have completed the Triple Crown of Hiking—the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail—and spend each year splitting their time between life on the road and life on foot. Together, they share their journey of choosing freedom, rejecting fear, and expanding the limits of what life after 50 can look like. This episode is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to chase your dreams, explore the unknown, and live life unapologetically. If you’ve ever felt the urge to change direction, embrace the outdoors, or reclaim your time and energy for what truly lights you up—this conversation is for you. New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries. Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Your support makes a difference. Thank you x Show notes Annette - working as a teacher and school Librarian Deciding to retire in 2015 Doing a lot of backpacking trips before retirement Giving themselves the trip to do the Colorado Trail as a retirement presentGetting hooked on long hikesTravelling and hiking full time since themGrowing up in California and being outdoorsy, but not getting into travelling and hiking until moving to Colorado as a senior in high school Loving the South West of AmericaHiking the Appalachian Trail and having a blast!Meeting Kristy, born in Washington, USA before moving to Colorado at 8 years oldGrowing up adventuring and spending time in the mountains and woodsGoing to college on a basketball scholarshipAlways being active Really enjoying the backpacking and spending long periods of time in nature as she’s gotten olderWorking as a mental health therapist and working with children who had early traumaMaking a change in 2015 and deciding to end that chapter Thinking that life is a gift and it goes by really fast and wanting to live it up while they canWanting to do all of the hard thingsWanting to write a new chapter and try new thingsSelling everything they owned and buying an RVDeciding to walk more long distance trailsWanting to hike the triple crown How Kristy and Annette met at a sweat lodge (sauna) in 2003Meeting for a coffee and saying ‘wanting to walk the earth’Starting to go on weekend trips Wanting to stay out in nature for longerSeeing a financial planner Starting to think differently Figuring out how to live the cheapest way and to do the things they loveStarting adventuring 10 years ago full time at 51 and 57Having a 5 year planCompleting the plan in 4 yearsNot caring about stuff and not being materialistic Loving this lifestyle Hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2019How demanding it was (aged 62)Starting slow and building and seeing how their bodies held up for the long haulHaving to change plans due to covidStarting the continental divide trail The amazing people met along the wayThe simplicity of life on the trailSharing their dreams with family and friendsOther people’s fearsThe dream verses the reality of this lifeWanting to create her life how she wants itPlanning for the year aheadWanting to expand the confines of their life until they die Claiming space in the world and making it exactly how you want itHandling disagreements How plans evolve overtimeHaving low expectations and why it can be a key for happinessPlanning a trip to South America Booking the hiking part of the trip and keeping the rest freeWorking within a framework Annettee doing the researching Creating the grand plans!Training and doing a marathon while selling the house!Getting into pack rafts Leaving the RV while hiking Making this life workThe triple hike and the differences between the big three hikesWater carries, desert, hiking at elevation, sun levels, resupplyWhy the Appalachian Trail is a good beginner trail for newbies Watch the videos on YouTube Wanting to inspire people to get outside especially older peopleWords of advice for women listening Starting small and find what you loveBuilding success into it Figure out what works for youSetting yourself up for big success Why life is a huge giftDon’t let it (life) go to wasteBe in your power Social Media Instagram @wanderwomen_kristy_annette Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RVsters/ Youtube: @...
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    54 分
  • Rebecca Devereux – Mum, Vet, Trail Runner, and 3rd Place Finisher at the Montane Winter Spine Sprint
    2025/07/01
    In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we’re joined by the incredible Rebecca Devereux — a dedicated mum, a vet, and a passionate trail and ultra runner. Rebecca shares her journey into endurance running, her training highs and lows, and what it took to place third in one of Britain’s most brutal races — the Montane Winter Spine Sprint, a 46-mile challenge across the rugged Pennine Way in the depths of winter. We dive into Rebecca’s approach to training and mindset, how she balances family life with her love for the trails, and her growing involvement with Black Trail Runners, a community breaking down barriers in the outdoors. From road marathons to alpine trails, Rebecca’s story is one of resilience, preparation, and quiet determination — whether she’s running through snowstorms in spikes, racing in the Swiss Alps, or supporting others in their running journeys. If you’re looking for inspiration to start your own trail running adventure — or just want to hear how someone juggles it all and still finds joy in the challenge — this episode is for you. Tune in now and get ready to be inspired by Rebecca’s grit, humour, and heart. We first spoke with Rebecca December 28th 2023 - Listen to this episode here - Rebecca Devereux - Active member of Black Trail Runners (BTR) New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries. Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Your support makes a difference. Thank you x Show notes Who is RebeccaMum, vet, and an ultra runner3rd place in the Montane Spine Race (Winter Race) Speaking with Rebecca on the TGP - December 28th 2023 The beginning of 2024Training for the London Marathon Her first road raceUTMB Eiger The difference between training for a road race compared to a trail raceBlack Trail Runners (BTR) What race day likeRunning to Heart RateCraving salt 30k inWearing a running vest?Magical moments and the stand out bitsRecovery after the marathon Racing in Switzerland and wanting to be back in the mountains againRace strategy for UTMB Eiger and dealing with the killer climbsTaking a nasty fall and hurting her ankle Losing her confidence on the downhill sectionsHeart rate and effortWanting to involve her family in the racingBeing a beacon runnerBTR and having a 35% increase in membersHosting taste days and working with different partners The Spine Race….Could I do this?Getting on the waiting list…Being encouraged by Sabrina Pace-Humpreys Winter Spine Sprint - 46 miles along the Pennine WayPeak Divide ONEr - 75 miles - during the day, a social run. Running in the bad weatherRunning better in the wet and cold compared to running in the heatPlanning race strategy and training with her coach - Sam Village Living on the course and being able to do recce runsPlanning and preparing for all eventualities Being a prepper to help deal with anxiousness Hill sprints and hill repeats Snow….Haworth Hobble Race Anything else that could have been done to prepare for the raceShorts in winter….Needing to believe in herself and her choices Silence the noise - silence anything that is going to affect you in a negative way Wearing spikes for running in the snowYaktrax Kahtoola Spikes Having a goal of finishing the raceHaving the right mindset for when the racing is going slow due to the slowHaving the aim of keeping moving forward and not getting frustrated with the speed of the raceBeing confidence on navigation Catching up with the main groupGetting into flow and everything feeling rightAmbassador for TORQ Fitness UK Having a caffeine hour How the conditions helped herMaking the right decisions and grinding it outThe full Montane Spine Race (268 miles) Challenger South - 110 Miles… Having a massive respect for the race and not feeling ready to take on the full spine racePlans for racing in 2025UTMB - OCCRunning with 7 women from Black Trail Runners How to connect with Rebecca and Black Trail RunnersFinal words of advice for other women who are on their trail running journey “Turn up, do the sessions, and if you are consistent you will make progress”The importance of preparation. Social Media Instagram: @rebecca_runs_wild Black Trail Runners - Campaigning charity promoting inclusion, participation & representation of people of Black heritage and people of colour in trail running Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/273210547440261 Instagram: @blacktrailrunners
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  • Helen Ryvar – Running Through Grief, Finding Strength & Breaking Records | 1,000 Consecutive Half Marathons (May 2022 – Jan 2025) 🙌 Inspiring Others to Be Their Best ❤️
    2025/06/24
    What began as a way to cope with grief became a world record-breaking journey that’s taken Helen Ryvar across the globe — from sunrise runs in North Wales to volcanic trails in Fuerteventura and the ancient deserts of Petra. A single mum of three and a self-described non-athlete in her youth, Helen’s transformation into a Guinness World Record holder for running consecutive half marathons is nothing short of awe-inspiring. In this deeply personal episode, Helen opens up about the heartbreak that sparked her first streak, how running became her therapy, and the mental and physical resilience required to complete 1,000 consecutive half marathons — often starting at 4am. With races lined up from the Chester Ultra to international marathons in Malta and Brighton. If you’ve ever questioned what you’re capable of, or needed a reminder of the strength that comes from simply showing up — this is the episode for you. Tune in to hear Helen’s story of grit, growth, and running with purpose. New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries. Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Your support makes a difference. Thank you x Show notes Who is Helen44 years oldSingle mum to 3 children Living in Wrexham in North WalesGetting into fitness before covidStarting running and running 111 consecutive half marathons and becoming the GWR holder for the achievementRunning 1000 half marathons on her 2nd run streakHer early years and not being particularly sports and a little overweightBeing more into languages and artBeing punished and made to runJoining the cross country running teamReceiving bad newsFinding out her ex-husband had diedTelling her children that they would no longer be able to see their daddyBeing able to exercise and starting to runFinding her peace at 2 hrs - 2.15 mins running How the connection with nature saved herFinding a new rhythm and a way to clear her headBreaking the previous record of 75 half marathonsSharon Jesspo - South Africa (101 - half marathons) Submitting data to Guinness World Record for the 1000 half marathonsStaring her 2nd running streak on the 1st May 2022Being challenged to do a 2nd run streak by Mika Shevit Running for MIND Charity and raising £8,000 Running routes Running from 4am - 6am most morningsBelieving in green running and not leaving a carbon footprintGetting everything ready the night beforeOn and out in 15 minsThe 4am run clubHow her body has adapted to the daily millage over 3 yearsKnee issues Enjoying the routines and being grateful for getting up every morningLosing her dad and father in law50 mile Chester Ultra 50km London Ultra Running with Sean Conway Breaking down the running goals into mini milestonesRunning with other peopleMental tips and tricks for runningSleep, nutrition and routineWhat a typical day looks like Going to bed at 9pmThe importance of quality sleepWhat happens when the data gets corruptedGarmin watch GWR not accepting StravaFinishing the running streak on the 24th January 2024Missing the running and the adjustment period555 Challenge - Free challenge via FacebookCome down from big eventsThe adventure bluesDealing with the grief through running and feeling much stronger as a personNot being treated well by her ex-husbandBeing in an anxious, depressive stateHaving conflicted thoughts and feelings Being left in financial debt Identifying as a mother and not a runnerWeighting 17 stones and having low self esteemRunning all over the world and the logistic challenges involvedRunning in the heat and the darkRunning with @marathonwoman366 How to connect with Helen onlineFinal words of advice Social Media Instagram @helenryvar Facebook www.facebook.com/hmryvar53 Just Giving www.justgiving.com/page/streakwithhelen
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    38 分

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