This podcast episode features an engaging conversation with Kelly, a passionate runner whose journey began as a way to cope with her father's passing.

She shares her transformation from a casual runner to completing marathons, highlighting the significance of VIP running experiences and the supportive role of her running bestie.

Kelly delves into the therapeutic aspects of running, the lessons learned about personal strength, and her favorite races, including the memorable California International Marathon.

The discussion also covers her pre-race routines, shoe preferences, nutritional strategies, and the importance of recovery methods like cupping.

Additionally, Kelly introduces her subscription box service, 'Girl on a Run Box,' designed for female runners, explaining its inception, contents, and success.

She offers advice for new runners and discusses her goals, particularly her desire to run the Boston Marathon. Throughout, Kelly emphasizes the importance of fun and balance in running and life.

Kelli Girsch
Girl on a Run Box

Races Mentioned
California International Marathon
Boston Marathon
Long Beach Half Marathon
San Francisco Marathon
Mountains to Beaches Marathon
Battleship 12k

Shout Outs
Fresh Junkie Racing

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Meredith Nations

In this episode of Run Your Story, Alison Gaillard sits down with Dr. Jonathan Yoder, a doctor from Victory Health and a missionary with an intriguing running story.

They discuss how Dr. Yoder, who is known for his holistic approach to health and his aid work around the globe, got into running, the benefits he's experienced, and his adventures in running, including running barefoot in Africa and healing his knee with a bee sting.

They also touch on Victory Health's initiative in supporting the running community and providing healthcare services to uninsured working adults.

Dr. Yoder shares insights from his runs, lessons learned, ad his favorite races. Additionally, he shares his multilingual skills and his approach to health that integrates exercise, diet modification, and spiritual wellness.

The episode ends with Dr. Yoder offering advice for new runners and sharing his motivations and passions beyond running.

Dr. Yoder

Races Mentioned
Azalea Trail Run
Fairhope Half Marathon
Battleship 12k

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Sharonda Shula
Nell Gustavson
Meredith Nations

This podcast episode features a heartfelt interview with Sicily, who shares her journey and bond with her mentor, Will Wright, through running.

From her early days earning toe tokens in elementary school for miles run, to being mentored by Will Wright, a deacon and avid runner from her church.

Wright mentored Sicily from the age of nine, encouraging her passion for running by entering her into races, and being a significant figure in her life until his passing.

Sicily discusses her many running experiences, the lessons she learned from Will, including perseverance, and her academic and professional ambitions in microbiology.

The narrative beautifully weaves themes of mentorship, the impact of running on personal growth, the importance of community, and carrying on a loved one's legacy.

Sicily Hardy

Races Mentioned
Jag 5k Spirit Run
Greece Marathon
Paris Marathon
Mobile First Light Marathon
Holiday Half Marathon
Spring Fever Chase
Old Mobile 8k

Shout Outs
Will Wright
Don Withers
Run N Tri

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James Contratto
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Cristy Evans
Sharonda Shula
Nell Gustavson
Meredith Nations