Stories from the Run

Every runner has a story, whether it’s about overcoming obstacles, breaking through challenges and barriers, humorous events, and sometimes embarrassing circumstances. Stories From the Run is a storytelling community and podcast focused on conversations with runners of all calibers about their adventures on the road or trails. www.storiesfromtherun.com

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TSP - 340 Miles Solo - 7 Continents - Running f...
We have a some very special guests for you today and we’re going to talk about Racing Across America, overcoming obstacles, The Speed Project, Running For Charity, Cheetos… and a few other things along the way. So, as we like to say… Let’s get...
50 min
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Marathoning & Nutrition & Banana Peels with Tar...
We are back! It's been a crazy year+ but we're back and will be on the 'run' more consistent now. We welcome Tara Mardigan who shares some amazing stories of accidentally PR'ing a Half, slipping on a banana during the NYC Marathon, and running the...
41 min
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Stories from the Start | Mariya
Mariya started running after having back to back pregnancies and wanting to feel physically stronger. She's come a long way and continues to push herself to run faster, longer and to continue to set an example for her two daughters.     If...
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Running 26.2 Miles Inside His Apartment for a G...
Todd Aydelotte is considered a ‘Historical Runner’ where he runs ultra-marathons that follow the paths of historical people. During the quarantine he took on the challenge of running over 1,000 laps in this apartment to help raise money for the...
35 min
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Mindfulness: Making a Difference in the World |...
I hope everyone is staying healthy and sound. This episode was record at the beginning of February and our guest takes a Buddhist-based approach to cultivate mindfulness through the practice of running - which included falling asleep during an...
39 min
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Stories from the Start | Rita, 49, Canada
In today's episode we have Rita, a 49-year-old from Canada. After a lifetime of struggling with weight, she decided to make a change. This led to her first run, her first 5k and she's not done.   Stories From the Start is a new segment on the...
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Breaking an Arm, Busting a Leg, OCR - Keep Goin...
This was recorded in February so the timeline of training and races might sound off due to the current state of the world. Also, do NOT listen to any advice during this episode - you’ll hear why soon enough. We cover everything from Fleetwood Mac,...
41 min
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Dealing With Diabetes - Make Your Own Energy | ...
Did you know a Half Marathon was 13.1 miles? Our next guest has a great story about signing up for one without knowing that. It’s kinda like one of those 5k marathons non-runners talk about.   Also, due to having to deal with diabetes, he makes...
35 min
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Making the World Better Through Running | Marie...
What are you passionate about? Today, we have an immigrant, scientist, mother of 3, and an athlete that is doing so many admirable things to empower people to seek fitness and helping to find a voice to fight for a better world through running.  ...
40 min
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Four Countries, 300 Miles - for a Vacation | Je...
Some people sign up for a marathon in another country just to have an excuse to go on vacation, but what about making your vacation a 27-day, 300-mile tour?   In today’s episode, we have a man who was so Inspired by Eddie Izzard’s 43...
40 min
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Stories from the Start | Matt, 30, Maryland
In today's episode we have Matt. A 30-year-old from Maryland who in an attempt to find himself, also found running.   Stories From the Start is a new segment on the SFTR Podcast featuring Brittany Lee, who runs the Stories from the Start blog....
4 min
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Exciting News w/Brittany Lee | A New Show!
We have some exciting news to share about a new show on the Stories from the Run Podcast!   Joining us for a second time is Brittany Lee to discuss a new show on the SFTR podcast. In her original episode, we talked about her blog called Stories...
17 min
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Training While Pregnant - Effects Coaches Can H...
If you’ve ever trained with a coach, you know that they can have a big impact on you in a good way and a bad way, and sometimes it takes a long time to undo what the bad ones did. Also, if you’re wondering what’s it like running with a foreign...
50 min
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Overcoming an Eating Disorder – Empowering Each...
Where to begin? This one has so much in it! From overcoming an eating disorder, to reevaluating your life so you can be a positive role-model for your child. From getting dressed then skipping a 10-mile race due to fear, then while getting coffee...
49 min
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Carrying Poo in the Australian Outback & Other ...
Have you ever woken up and thought, hey, ya know something, I’ve never run an ultramarathon, how about I go and sign up for a multi-stage ultra in the Australian Outback? What could go wrong? If you want to know what not to do, our next guest is...
48 min
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Donating a Kidney is What Got Me Running - A Re...
What made you start running? I’ll put money down it probably wasn’t the same reason as our next guest, Ben Chan, who got into running for quite possibly the most humane reason. Now, he runs ultras and shares some of his lessons learned - like, why...
44 min
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Overcoming Your Demons - Building Confidence & ...
Have you ever felt like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Do you have doubts about your running ability?   In today’s episode, we have Kaitlyn DiBello and she is going to tell you how she overcame her demons to prove that no matter...
25 min
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Family/Running Balance - Zero to Marathon in 3 ...
Were you the last to be picked in gym class, convinced you would never be a runner? Did you start running later in life then decide to run a marathon while trying to make time for training, work, and two children?   In today’s episode, we have...
44 min
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182 Marathons & Ultras without a “Runners Body”...
Have you ever felt like you’re not really a runner, or you don’t have a stereotypical runner’s body or talent? Do you feel that being a back-of-the-pack runner makes you less of a quote-unquote runner?   In today’s episode we have Lara...
39 min
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Determination & Redemption - Achieving the Sub-...
Have you ever struggled to hit a particular race goal, sometimes even for years? Have you been frustrated by injury or setbacks and couldn’t quite close the deal time after time?   In today’s episode, we have Jennifer Herr and she is going to...
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Welcome to Stories from the Run
Every runner has a story
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