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Send us a text#122 - In this episode, I share my story of running an international marathon and what I learned along the way. I set the intention of running my first marathon back in 2023, but things …

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Send us a text#122 - In this episode, I share my story of running an international marathon and what I learned along the way. I set the intention of running my first marathon back in 2023, but things didn’t go exactly as planned. I talk about why I chose an international marathon and why you should consider one.Whether you're a first-time marathoner or a seasoned runner looking for your next big challenge, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration to make your next race unforgettable.Topics Covered:Learn why I decided to run an international marathonHear Travel tips to make y…

Send us a text#121 - In this episode, we sit down with Kristine Pavelchak, a DEKA FIT age group world champion and a dedicated hybrid athlete, as she shares her incredible journey of setting ambitious…

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Send us a text#121 - In this episode, we sit down with Kristine Pavelchak, a DEKA FIT age group world champion and a dedicated hybrid athlete, as she shares her incredible journey of setting ambitious goals and transforming her life through resilience and purpose. Kristine opens up about how embracing big goals and celebrating small wins led her to new heights in fitness and self-confidence. You will learn about the power of structured goal-setting, the value of authentic Growth, and how these principles apply to all aspects of life. Whether starting, aiming for a new fitness goal, or just se…

Send us a text#120 - How do you find strength, confidence, and joy in your fitness journey? Join Kayla Cittadino, 2x American Ninja Warrior, DEKA World Championship contender, and Podcast Host, and me…

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Send us a text#120 - How do you find strength, confidence, and joy in your fitness journey? Join Kayla Cittadino, 2x American Ninja Warrior, DEKA World Championship contender, and Podcast Host, and me as she shares her inspiring transformation. From losing 75 pounds to becoming a top athlete, Kayla dives into how hybrid racing has helped her build resilience, both mentally and physically. As a coach, she empowers others to embrace challenges, focus on personal growth, and discover the joy in running and DEKA events. Join us for an uplifting conversation on unlocking your potential.Topics Cover…

Send us a text#119 - What happens when life throws curveballs that make staying in shape challenging? Join Coach Ricardo Mullinax, a dedicated father of four and an inspiring fitness coach, and me as …

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Send us a text#119 - What happens when life throws curveballs that make staying in shape challenging? Join Coach Ricardo Mullinax, a dedicated father of four and an inspiring fitness coach, and me as he shares his transformative journey through challenges and wins. Ricardo reveals how he transitioned from traditional athletic training to become a leading advocate for functional fitness, even while navigating a nine-level spinal fusion and weight loss. Whether you're over 40 or just starting, this episode is filled with inspiration and practical advice to help you achieve your long-term f…

Send us a text#118 - Are you looking to “spice things up” regarding your running? Alexander Golik, Underdog Fitness Coach and DEKA & HYROX champion, shares his perspective on why Hyrox is an e…

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Send us a text#118 - Are you looking to “spice things up” regarding your running? Alexander Golik, Underdog Fitness Coach and DEKA & HYROX champion, shares his perspective on why Hyrox is an excellent opportunity for runners and what to expect. AJ also shares his philosophy when Coaching athletes.AJ shares his inspiring journey, from earning victories in DEKA and HYROX to completing a master's degree in nutrition dietetics. As a coach at Underdog Fitness, he talks about his strategies for developing a supportive relationship between coach and athlete, emphasizing the importance of…

Send us a text#117 - Have you ever hit a wall at a point in time during training or races? It could be Burnout and it manifests itself in different ways; and is an experience that many dedicated runne…

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Send us a text#117 - Have you ever hit a wall at a point in time during training or races? It could be burnout and it manifests itself in different ways; and is an experience that many dedicated runners face at some point in their journey. In this episode, I talk about the topic of burnout, using my personal experiences as a case study to shed light on how runners can overcome this challenge. As I share my journey through recent races like the Spartan DEKA races and the Gulf Beach half marathon, discover how I managed the highs of personal bests and the lows of unexpected fatigue, as well as …

Send us a Text Message.#116 - Looking for a way to break the monotony of road races? Try DEKA races! It’s a game-changer for strength, conditioning, and mental toughness. Hybrid racing is revolution…

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Send us a Text Message.#116 - Looking for a way to break the monotony of road races? Try DEKA races! It’s a game-changer for strength, conditioning, and mental toughness. Hybrid racing is revolutionizing the running world, and this episode promises to show you how. Learn why DEKA races could be the key to unlocking your running potential through unique cross-training opportunities. I'll share personal anecdotes from back-to-back race weekends and reflect on how these hybrid races have become a key part of my training. Topics Covered:Hear why I started running DEKA racesLearn some of t…

#115 - Ready to meet an inspiring athlete who turned her life around through sheer determination and a powerful mindset? Kayla Cittadino, host of Taco About It Tuesday podcast, shares her story of tra…

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#115 - Ready to meet an inspiring athlete who turned her life around through sheer determination and a powerful mindset? Kayla Cittadino, host of Taco About It Tuesday podcast, shares her story of transformation—from struggling with weight and a toxic relationship to becoming an elite athlete and a two-time American Ninja Warrior competitor. This episode is a masterclass in making positive changes and overcoming the mental and physical obstacles that hold us back. Kayla opens up about the pivotal moments that sparked her Lifestyle overhaul, starting with small, incremental steps in nutritio…

#114 - Are negative thoughts holding you back from reaching your goals or maybe you've lost your love for running? Holly Zajur, host of How the Wise One Grows podcast, shares her story of evoluti…

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#114 - Are negative thoughts holding you back from reaching your goals or maybe you've lost your love for running? Holly Zajur, host of How the Wise One Grows podcast, shares her story of evolution—from seeing running as a punishing chore to embracing its liberating qualities. We discuss the importance of cultivating a sustainable relationship with running to avoid injury and burnout.We also discuss the crucial role of a supportive community and how it feeds into the transformation of our relationship with running, shifting focus from appearance to strength and presence. Join us as we s…

#113 - Join me as I talk about looking beyond just your finish time when measuring success of a race and my experience preparing for the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon. Crossing the finish line of the RBC…

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#113 - Join me as I talk about looking beyond just your finish time when measuring success of a race and my experience preparing for the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon. Crossing the finish line of the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon didn't just mark the end of a race; it was the culmination of a journey filled with sweat, strategy, and self-discovery. Topics Covered:Hear my experience about what success meant to meListen to my story about improving my preparation and executionLearn how I replaced negative self talk with positive affirmationsWhat’s next for me in racing and podcastingRichard Con…

#112 - Embark on a journey to wellness with Kimberly Bourbeau, Regional Vice President with Arbonne and I, your host Richard Conner, as we discuss how a blend of nutrition, hydration, and 30-Day Healt…

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#112 - Embark on a journey to wellness with Kimberly Bourbeau, Regional Vice President with Arbonne and I, your host Richard Conner, as we discuss how a blend of nutrition, hydration, and 30-Day Health Program can revolutionize your health. I'll be recounting my own experience with nutrition and hydration strategies; and Kimberly shares the ethos behind Arbonne's vegan and sustainable products, while also sharing her personal milestones of tackling fitness challenges.Topics Covered:Learn how to fuel your body properly on a daily basisFind out how you may be impacted by the disparity …

#111 - Darren Brown, Head of Marketing at OOFOS, takes us on a journey from the track to the heart of home, revealing how family and fatherhood have shaped his world. Listen as he candidly discusses h…

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#111 - Darren Brown, Head of Marketing at OOFOS, takes us on a journey from the track to the heart of home, revealing how family and fatherhood have shaped his world. Listen as he candidly discusses his transition from a competitive runner to a coach. Darren reflects on the camaraderie that transformed his life, from his collegiate days as an All-American athlete to coaching his wife.Darren also introduces us to OOFOS groundbreaking foam Technology, a leap in Innovation for both athletic performance and everyday wellness. Join us for an episode that celebrates the intersections of innovation, …

#110 - Are you struggling to train and compete in multiple sports; or nervous about starting a second sport? Listen to my conversation with Melissa Linden, competitive hybrid athlete, as she shares he…

#110 - Are you strug…

#110 - Are you struggling to train and compete in multiple sports; or nervous about starting a second sport? Listen to my conversation with Melissa Linden, competitive hybrid athlete, as she shares her story from her first 5K that she ran with reluctance, to conquering  endurance sports and strength training.Melissa's story is nothing short of inspirational and she lays out her secrets on how to set realistic goals, prioritize races, and juggle a busy life without dropping the ball. Her path from reluctant runner to strongwoman champion is a testament to the power of goal setting, dilige…

#109 - After hitting pause for a few weeks through the holidays, I'm back in full stride, eager to share with you the latest from the running world and my own personal journey. You will hear abou…

#109 - After hitting…

#109 - After hitting pause for a few weeks through the holidays, I'm back in full stride, eager to share with you the latest from the running world and my own personal journey. You will hear about my running goals for 2024 and how I am thinking about preparing for them (mentally and physically). We also have incredible guest interviews that are on the way!Topics Covered:Get the latest on Inspire to Run PodcastHear about my running goals for 2024Learn about the slight format change to the show (I think you’ll like it!)Richard ConnerRichard is a strategic marketing professional with exper…

#108 - Are you looking for personal growth and renewed motivation in your running journey? Look no further! Listen to my conversation with Shawn Buttner, Certified High Performance Coach, as he shares…

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#108 - Are you looking for personal growth and renewed motivation in your running journey? Look no further! Listen to my conversation with Shawn Buttner, Certified High Performance Coach, as he shares the solution to help you unleash your full potential and achieve remarkable transformation in running and life. Together, we will unlock the power of personal growth, fuel your motivation, and pave the way for unparalleled success on your running journey. So, are you ready to conquer your limits and embark on a running adventure like never before?Topics Covered:Discover how your running journey …

#107 - Ready to break free from your comfort zone and embark on a transformative health and fitness journey? You're in luck! In our latest episode, we sit down with Zack Selleck, a plant-based en…

#107 - Ready to brea…

#107 - Ready to break free from your comfort zone and embark on a transformative health and fitness journey? You're in luck! In our latest episode, we sit down with Zack Selleck, a plant-based endurance runner from Michigan who has run the gamut from 5Ks to ultramarathons. Zack's story is one of determination and resilience, peppered with life-changing decisions that ultimately led him to the healthier, more fulfilling lifestyle he leads today.Topics Covered:Learn the 5 ways running can help transform your lifeListen for the practical tools to integrate running into their hectic live…

#106 - Founder of Project Purple and runner, Dino Verrelli, talks about how running positively impacted his life, how he developed fundraisers that incorporate running to help pancreatic Cancer patien…

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#106 - Founder of Project Purple and runner, Dino Verrelli, talks about how running positively impacted his life, how he developed fundraisers that incorporate running to help pancreatic cancer patients worldwide, and how you can benefit by supporting a good cause.Topics Covered:How does Project Purple help families of those battling pancreatic cancer and fund researchHow can running be a positive outlet and therapeutic experienceHow can anyone experience the same thrill of running a marathon as elite athletesToday’s GuestDino VerrelliDino Verrelli is the founder of Project Purple, which is …

#105 - Ever felt stuck in a rut, struggling to find your stride? We had a riveting conversation with Brad Ritter - an expert on performance, author of the best-selling book, School of Grit, and a walk…

#105 - Ever felt stu…

#105 - Ever felt stuck in a rut, struggling to find your stride? We had a riveting conversation with Brad Ritter - an expert on performance, author of the best-selling book, School of Grit, and a walking testament to the power of transformation. Brad shared his journey of overcoming mediocrity and how an intense experience at a camp modeled after Navy SEAL training ignited a life-altering change in him. What ensued was the conception of the six pillars of optimal performance and a mission to build a warrior class community, helping individuals take control of their lives.Topics Covered:Hear B…