In this podcast episode, Kelly interviews Emelyn, an inspiring athlete and content creator who chronicles her running and triathlon training journey through social media. Emelyn shares her athletic background starting from swimming as a child to eventually taking up running, kickboxing, and more recently, triathlon training including her preparation for her first Ironman event. She dives into how she fell in love with running, her experience with marathons, and what led her to triathlon. Emelyn discusses the challenges and lessons learned along the way, particularly the logistics of triathlon training compared to running. The conversation also covers the inception of her running group, Runtok, aimed at creating an inclusive community for runners of all paces. Lastly, Emelyn touches upon her future goals, including running the Chicago marathon and possibly an Ultra trail run, emphasizing the importance of cross-training and having a supportive community. 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast: Emelyn's Journey 00:12 From TikTok Connections to Marathon Beginnings 01:05 Emelyn's Athletic Background: Swimming to Kickboxing 02:35 The Transition to Running: A Love for the Community 07:33 Content Creation Evolution: From Beauty to Running 12:16 The Marathon Experience: Learning and Growing 18:13 Exploring Shorter Distances and Overcoming Burnout 28:40 A New Challenge: Training for Ironman and Wedding Planning 29:14 Navigating Challenges and Finding Support 30:19 The Journey from Running to Triathlon Training 32:47 The Complexities of Triathlon Training vs. Running 34:22 Fueling Strategies and Hydration Challenges 38:02 Building Community Through Running and Triathlon 43:57 The Transition to Triathlon: Adjustments and Anticipations 52:04 Exploring Future Adventures and Inspirations Links:
https://www.instagram.com/emelynjade
http://tiktok.com/@emelyn.jade
https://www.youtube.com/emelynjade
Emelyn’s group run: https://www.instagram.com/runtokclub/
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