In this episode, I get real about something that’s been bothering me — elitism in running. Too often, some people act like they own the sport, breaking others down if they don’t meet their expectations or “standards.” Running should be about community, growth, and inclusivity — not gatekeeping. I also share my own New York City Marathon story, offering a bit of encouragement and race-day advice for anyone gearing up to run the 2025 NYC Marathon. If you’ve ever doubted your place in this sport...
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In this episode, I get real about something that’s been bothering me — elitism in running. Too often, some people act like they own the sport, breaking others down if they don’t meet their expectations or “standards.” Running should be about community, growth, and inclusivity — not gatekeeping. I also share my own New York City Marathon story, offering a bit of encouragement and race-day advice for anyone gearing up to run the 2025 NYC Marathon. If you’ve ever doubted your place in this sport...
I explore what truly makes someone a "real runner" by challenging toxic running culture and redefining what it means to belong in the running community. The running world needs to be more inclusive and welcoming to all who enjoy putting on their shoes and heading out the door. • Arbitrary standards like pace, knowledge, race participation, or years of experience don't determine if you're a "real runner" • If you have a relationship with running and make time for it despite life's demands, yo...
Bigger Than Running
In this episode, I get real about something that’s been bothering me — elitism in running. Too often, some people act like they own the sport, breaking others down if they don’t meet their expectations or “standards.” Running should be about community, growth, and inclusivity — not gatekeeping. I also share my own New York City Marathon story, offering a bit of encouragement and race-day advice for anyone gearing up to run the 2025 NYC Marathon. If you’ve ever doubted your place in this sport...
