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Tommie Runz is a dad, a podcast host, fast marathoner, ultrarunner, a future Cocodona 250 finisher (if Sally can get her way) , and all-around great guy. Listen in as Sally chats with the recent Javelina 100 finisher as the talk about sobriety, running 340 miles, and so much more. Enjoy getting to know Tommie!
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Connect with Tommie on IG: @tommie_runz
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How would you react if something that was important to you was taken away? Would you lose hope? Become bitter? Or, would you look for the blessings after the sadness and frustration wear off? Listen in as Sally shares a bit of her journey these past few months being injured. She has some great insight and wisdom that you can apply to almost any situation in your life!
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- Run club chat
- Stories from Javelina weekend
- The injury breakdown
- A Bear appearance
- Community highlights
- Eddie's goal update
- Sally doesn't love the mustache
- Sally Says
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In this episode, we address the unspoken rules of the trail while racing and training. If you are a beginner on the trails or a seasoned vet, there is something of value for you in this episode. Sally shares some stories from her years of experience on the trails and some 'rules of thumb' she lives by. Enjoy!
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Back from speaking and a few live events, Sally shares about the importance of human connection & the longing we all have for community.
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Connect with Sally on LINKEDIN & on SUBSTACK
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Back by popular demand is our friend, Andy Glaze! It's always a blast and a great conversation when Sally & Andy sit down to chat. We hope you enjoy getting to know Andy a bit more in this episode! Thanks for listening.
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Connect with Andy:
IG: @amglaze
TikTok: @glazeruns
Substack: Andy Glaze Substack
Website: andyglaze.com
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Join us in this episode as we bounce around and touch on many topics! Something for everyone in this episode. If you have ADD, you will love this episode :) Okay, even if you don't, you'll love it too. Thanks again for tuning in and listening. Enjoy!
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Sally is back from France so we chat about her week over at UTMB. We also cover what to look for when/if you are looking at getting a running pack/vest. Where do you start? What are the important components you should look for when deciding which pack is best for you? And, for fun, we chat through Sally's vast knowledge of Fantasy Football :) and she picks a Fantasy Ultramarathon team. Enjoy!
Other Episode Highlights:
- Pumpkin Spice Latte's in September
- UTMB week podcasts and food choices
- Building the best Ultramarathon Fantasy Team
- Listeners Choosing Strong!
- Meet up in Nashville?
- The right way to pronounce Missouri
- Curbside Ministries in KY https://www.curbsideministries.com/
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In this episode, Sally answers a few listener questions, from IT band pain to running while pregnant. In true Sally fashion, she uses her vast experiences to shed some light on these topics!
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- UTMB week insight
- Networking and making connections at UTMB
- Choose Strong listener highlights
- A quick Flagstaff, AZ visit to drop off Makenzie for college
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Injuries can be discouraging and frustrating. But with some perspective, they can be something you didn't know you needed. Join us this episode as Sally shares how injuries can be the secret to unlocking something much more for you.
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- Juice fasting
- Choose Strong listener mail
- Bears swimming in your pool
- Snake advice
- 50 mile training plan
- 1/2 marathon on the horizon?
- Choose Strong community highlights
50 Mile Training Plan: Sally McRae Strength App
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Listen in as we share about the recent situation we encountered at our house. Sally initially mentioned it in an IG post & quickly realized that it struck a chord with many of you who have experienced similar situations. How do respond when something like this happens? How did you deal with the unsettling feeling? Hopefully you will be seen and encouraged as you listen to this episode!
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In this episode, Sally answers a few listener questions about balance in life/training, food on a budget, pre-race nerves, and a few others!
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In this episode, Sally sits down with Dan Green, the recent Cocodona 250 champion, and chats growing up in Pennsylvania, how he got started running, Western States 100, his new signing with Solomon, what's next on his race list, and MUCH more! We hope you love this conversation with Dan as much as we did. Enjoy!
Dan Green IG: @danisgreen
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Theresa Green Strava: Theresa Green
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Western States 100 week is always so much fun! From TrailCon to at the beginning of the week to the 5am start up to Escarpment. Join us as we share about all the things we experienced during WS100 week! Enjoy!
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Nutrition is one of the main reasons you struggle during a race or on a long run. Our bodies are all very unique so you need to find out what works for you. In this episode Sally gives tips on how to make sure nutrition doesn't ruin your race. Enjoy!
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In this episode, Sally sits down and chats with husband, father, lawyer & coach, Jeff Cunningham! Jeff is one of the most genuine guys you will meet. He has a heart of gold and a passion to see others achieve their goals and dreams on the race course. He will encourage you to be kind, dream big & to help others!
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Follow Jeff on IG: @jdcunningham97
Bat City Track Club: https://www.batcitytc.com/
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For the first time in 10 years, Sally has been injured. Yes, plans have now changed for the upcoming year, but instead of getting discouraged or frustrated, Sally has found a positive way to view the injury. From new projects to new opportunities, she has shifted focus this year and is actually excited - even through injury. We know this episode will be very encouraging to you - even if you aren't injured. Plus there are many other topics and stories that you won't want to miss!
Other Episode Highlights:
- The most Guinness book of world records held by 1 man
- Spider vs Bear
- Tips for when you see snakes on the trail
- Tales from the trails
- If you can run a road marathon, you can run a 50 mile trail race
- Sally Says - mileage per week vs overall fitness
- Passion project
- The first injury in 10 years
- The importance of strength training
- Navigating injury with a positive outlook
- A visit to an orphanage for perspective
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In this episode Sally sits down with Max & Mackenzie to recap Max's recent Cocodona 250 race! You will learn about the grit that it takes to push for 200 miles and how often times your mind says yes to moving forward, but yet your body has other plans. Find out how Max is using the setback to pave the way for a comeback!
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You can follow & connect with Max here: @woah_max (IG, YouTube, Tiktok) and at woahmax.com
You can follow & connect with Mackenzie here: IG: @mackenzieannross & mackenzieannross.com
Check out the race website mentioned: whitingranchtrailraces.com
Run Club: @eatmydustrunclub
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Guess who is back from their first year away at college?! MAKENZIE MCRAE! I had a chance to sit down with her in a little Father-Daughter convo to chat about life as a student athlete this past year, and so much more. I know you will love listening to Makenzie share, as much as I did! Enjoy!
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In this episode Sally and Eddie have a discussion on a variety of topics, including how to know if you are overtraining. Enjoy!
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Want to send us mail? Here is the address if you want to say hi!
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Episode Sponsors:
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Meet Mackenzie Ann Ross! Nike Trainer, Strength Coach, Founder of Eat My Dust Run Club and Max Jolliffe's partner...oh and she's running the OC Marathon tomorrow and then immediately flying to Cocodona 250 to crew Max to another finish line. Phew- did we get it all in? I can assure you, No. And in this episode you'll learn about all the things I forgot to note above and why Mackenzie was one of our favorite guests!
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