Best Meghan Sullivan Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 230 - 6 Strategies To Stay Cool When The Temps Rise 37:46

6h ago37:46

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The temperatures here in the Northeast have been consistently in the 80's & 90's for about a month now, which isn't normal for us. So, I've really had to "up" my game when it comes to running in the heat. In this episode I'm sharing 6 simple strategies that will help you stay cool and avoid heat exhaustion (or worse, heat stroke!) Plus, we're also …

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Ep. 229 - 5 Tips To Make You Faster & More Efficient On The Trails 24:57

1d ago24:57

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Are you burning time and wasting energy with a crappy run stride? Are you tripping all the time? Do you come home spent and sore from your runs? If you answered YES to these, perhaps it's time to take a look at your stride. That's what we're going to dive into today. In this episode we're discussing 5 components of your stride and what they should …

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Ep. 228 - How To Keep Going, Even When You Think You Can't 26:39

9d ago26:39

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This week I wanted to bring you another My First 50k episode featuring my client, Jodi. But we had a lot of technical difficulties and ultimately had to push that recording to later in the week. This got me thinking about how we handle challenges (in life or in training) and how we often use the excuse: "I don't know how" or "I've never done that b…

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Ep. 227 - 🦶🏼Foot Care Basics for Ultra Running 36:18

16d ago36:18

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Taking care of your feet is an important part of being a successful ultra runner. In this episode I'm giving you my best tips for how to proactively take care of your feet to help you avoid the dreaded blister! ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY 📸…

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Ep. 226 - What Are Your Core Values? 38:56

24d ago38:56

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I made a list of the core values that I want to express through this podcast, my coaching business, and in my life. I wanted to share them here with you in the hopes that it might spark you to do the same if you were feeling lost or uninspired when it comes to your training. Hope you enjoy! ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE…

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Ep. 225 - How To Use Comparison For Good 😇 vs. Evil 👿 24:02

1M ago24:02

24:02

If you've ever compared yourself to someone else in a way that left you feeling like a failure, this episode is for you! Comparison can be done in a way that builds you up rather than always breaking you down. Today's episode was inspired by conversation I had with a client who was having "one of those days" where nothing was going in her favor. A …

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Exploring the Good Life with Meghan Sullivan, Ph.D. 46:37

1M ago46:37

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Send us a Text Message. What does it mean to live a good life? How do we find meaning and happiness in our everyday lives? In this episode, Amy Julia Becker sits down with Meghan Sullivan, co-author of The Good Life Method and philosophy professor at Notre Dame, to explore: The narrow American understanding of the good life How to help students (an…

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Ep. 224 - "If It's Not A Hell Yes" with Jordana Edelstein 1:14:47

2M ago1:14:47

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Jordana Edelstein is back! And in this episode we're talking all things body image, perimenopause, longevity, and quality of life. If you're entering that "phase of life" then you're definitely going to enjoy this episode because we talk about specific strategies that you can use when it comes to: what to eat, what to wear, and how to think about y…

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Ep. 223 - 5 Tips To Streamline Your Training 46:57

2M ago46:57

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Feel like your training is all over the place? You lack direction and you can't get any traction or make any progress? THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! In this episode I'm giving you 5 tips that will help you streamline your training so that you will be more consistent and get better results! ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY …

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Chasing the Intact Mind with Amy Lutz, Ph.D. 54:11

2M ago54:11

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Send us a Text Message. In a society often obsessed with intelligence, can we reimagine a good life that encompasses joy, meaning, and respect for all? What does it mean to respect and support individuals with profound intellectual disabilities? What role do those most intimately involved in providing care have in advocacy? Professor Amy Lutz, Ph.D…

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Ep. 222 - My First 50k with Robie Sullivan 1:20:03

2M ago1:20:03

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In this episode I'm chatting with newly minted ultra runner, Robie Sullivan. Robie is a member of my private coaching group and the journey to her finishing her recent race is filled with lots of ups & downs. ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY 📸 F…

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Ep. 221 - Visualize The Start 40:01

2M ago40:01

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If you're feeling scared, nervous, worried about your upcoming race - do this with me! In this episode I'm going to take you through a short visualization exercise that you can do to help you manage your mind so that you can show up and race confidently! Make sure you some place where you can be comfortable and undisturbed for about the next 20 min…

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History N' Games Episode 40 (Hades II: Who the Heck is Hecate?) 15:38

2M ago15:38

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In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan reveals the true origins of the mysterious goddess Hecate, and explains how she is both one of the most powerful and misunderstood gods in the Greek pantheon. Support the Show.By Meghan Sullivan

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Hope That Heals in a World That Hurts with Katherine Wolf 49:38

2M ago49:38

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Send us a Text Message. How do you hold onto hope in the midst of suffering? How can we trust in the goodness of God in a world of pain? What does the good life look like in the midst of disability and uncertainty? Katherine Wolf, author with Alex Wolf of Treasures in the Dark, survived a catastrophic stroke at the age of 26 and continues her recov…

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Ep. 220 - How To Go To The Next Level 📈 26:13

3M ago26:13

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One of the hardest lessons that I've had to learn in ultra training is how to make choices. Now this might sound silly, but learning how to make choices that help you continually grow and level up is more challenging that you think! In this episode I'm sharing some thoughts & experiences that will help you assess your own decisions & choices so tha…

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Ep. 219 - From Self Proclaimed 'Fat Kid' To Running Across Iceland 1:06:52

3M ago1:06:52

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In this episode I'm chatting with my client, Diana Hall, about her upcoming big, scary goal: a 10 day stage race across Iceland! I thought it would be fun to do a before & after podcast series with her to document the experience. Listen in as we chat about everything from how she got into running to her thoughts about what it might be like if she d…

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Bringing Politics Under the Power of Love with Michael Wear 46:51

3M ago46:51

46:51

Send us a Text Message. We are heading into another contentious Presidential election. For people of faith, for people who care about character and gentleness and values, for people who are inclined to disengage from politics altogether, what are we to do? Michael Wear, author of The Spirit of Our Politics, joins Amy Julia Becker to talk about: His…

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Ep. 218 - The Cheat Code To Crewing Your Next Race 40:10

3M ago40:10

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Susannah suggested that I do an episode on CREWING - so here it is! In this episode we talk about: what a crew is, when to use them, what they are responsible for, who should be on your crew (and who shouldn't) and 5 tips that will help your crew be as successful as possible! ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR B…

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Ep. 217 - The Dangers Of Being on Autopilot 17:35

3M ago17:35

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In this episode, I share a quote from Dr. Joe Dispenza that will help you shift how you think about things if you're struggling with your training. ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM ⚡️ CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD MY FREE DAILY…

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How to Honor Limits in a World That Doesn’t with Micha Boyett 55:39

3M ago55:39

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Send us a Text Message. What's the difference between limitations and brokenness? What does it mean to be blessed? How can a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome and autism be a part of a flourishing life? Micha Boyett, a writer, poet, and mom, joins Amy Julia Becker to talk about her new book Blessed Are the Rest of Us. They explore the intersection of…

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Episode 149: Lainie Ross and Christos Lazaridis talk about defining death 42:01

3M ago42:01

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In this episode, we are joined by Lainie Ross (University of Rochester Medical Center) and (once again!) Christos Lazaridis (UChicago Medicine), this time to talk about the different ways of defining death. In our previous episode with Christos, we talked about death and the vexed history of attempts to define it. Prior to the advent of modern life…

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Ep. 216 - What To Do When The Fear Takes Hold 23:10

3M ago23:10

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I think that we can all agree that the fear we experience at the beginning (or during the early stages of training) is REAL! After the initial high & excitement of signing up, most runners have some fear about how the hell they're going to accomplish their goal. In this episode I'm going to share how I deal with the fear. ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY P…

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Ep. 215 - How To Integrate Chiropractic Care with Dr. Matthew Allen 1:00:50

4M ago1:00:50

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In this episode I'm chatting with Dr. Matthew Allen of Elevate Chiropractic in Keene, NH. We talk about a bunch of stuff including: the role of chiropractic in run training, how to choose a practitioner, injury / rehab, and his thoughts on pain. You can get more information about Dr. Matthew here. Follow him on Instagram here. ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN…

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When Your Church and Political Group Turn on You with Nancy French 48:47

3M ago48:47

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Send us a Text Message. {Please note that we discuss abuse in this episode.} How do we love people across our political and social divides? What are the costs and gifts of loving our political neighbor? Nancy French, author of Ghosted: An American Story, talks with Amy Julia Becker about: Her experiences as a ghostwriter for GOP politicians and her…

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Ep. 214 - If I Could Give You One Piece of Advice... 10:24

4M ago10:24

10:24

It would be this: DON'T QUIT. Quitting will slow you down. It'll chip away at your confidence and it will have you caught in a never ending cycle. There's going to be lots of ups and downs on the path towards crossing the finish line of your race. Some days you'll feel like you're on top of the world, you're firing on all cylinders, and like you're…

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Ep. 213 - Movement, Massage, & Running Ultras with Kat Wood 1:28:42

4M ago1:28:42

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In this episode I'm chatting with my long time friend, Kat Wood. She's a yoga teacher, massage therapist, business owner, and ultra runner! All around badass! We got to geek out over a bunch of our favorite topics: yoga, breathing, movement, strength training, stretching, injury rehab, massage, running (obviously) and so much more. No doubt Kat wil…

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Reimagining Church Leadership and Disability with Andrew Draper, Ph.D. 53:02

4M ago53:02

53:02

Send us a Text Message. Why does it matter that most churches don’t welcome people with disabilities in leadership? If a church excludes people with disabilities, is it really a church? Rev. Dr. Andrew Draper, coauthor of Disabling Leadership, talks with Amy Julia Becker about: Ways in which churches exclude and marginalize people with disabilities…

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History N' Games Episode 39 (Greek Myths That Inspired Final Fantasy VII) 31:03

4M ago31:03

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In this episode of History N' Games, host Meghan Sullivan interviews author MJ Gallagher about the fascinating Greek myths found in Final Fantasy VII. Support the Show.By Meghan Sullivan

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Ep. 212 - My First 50k with Kym Mercier 1:49:56

4M ago1:49:56

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Listen in as I chat with newly minted ultra runner: Kym Mercier. She's a total badass and not only does she run ultras, but she also competes in mounted shooting events. I mean come on - how cool is that!? Kym is an amazing example of what's possible when you commit to you goals and show up everyday to put in the work. There are a lot of lessons yo…

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Ep. 211 - Listener Questions Answered 24:31

5M ago24:31

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In this episode I'm answering YOUR questions! Do you get the bulk of your mileage from your back to back long runs? How often do you incorporate walks and how long are they? Do you have any recommendations for poles I can use during my race? HELP! I find food repulsive after 3 hours of running - what can I do?! If you've got a question you'd like m…

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Flannery O'Connor and the Prophetic Imagination with Jessica Hooten Wilson, Ph.D. 45:29

4M ago45:29

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Send us a Text Message. Why would a Christian author immerse her stories in darkness? Why would she use violent imagery that directly relates to Christianity, race, class, disability, and illness? And how can this darkness guide us toward the importance of love in the flesh, of personal connection and vulnerability? In this conversation, Dr. Jessic…

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Ep. 210 - The Ups & Downs Of The Last 7 Days 40:22

5M ago40:22

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It's been 7 days since I injured my left ankle. In this episode I'm going to share some of the behind the scenes stuff including all emotion/mindset work I've been doing to keep myself in a "good place". This is a two part episode - I recorded the first half in the morning and the second half in the afternoon AFTER my appointment with the orthopedi…

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Ep. 209 - Life Update 🤯 18:44

5M ago18:44

18:44

I seriously can't make this sh*t up. Here's a quick recap of the last 2 weeks and what the next few weeks (or months) is going to look like. HINT: it's not what you think! ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM ⚡️ CLICK HERE T…

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Disability and the Language We Use with Andrew Leland 1:01:21

5M ago1:01:21

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Send us a Text Message. Is blindness an incidental characteristic, like hair color? Or is it an identity? What language should we use to talk about disability, and why does it matter? Andrew Leland, author of The Country of the Blind, joins Amy Julia Becker on the podcast for a conversation examining: Blindness and identity The importance of langua…

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Ep. 208 - What To Do If You Get Sick 🤒 12:26

5M ago12:26

12:26

I'm 90 days out from my first race and on Monday, I came down with the flu. 0/10. Definitely don't recommend it. But it did give me some time to reflect on best practices when it comes to getting sick, recovering, and getting back to training. ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE R…

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Reimagining the Good Life 30:25

5M ago30:25

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast has a new name: Reimagining the Good Life. If you’re asking, “Why a name change?” and “Why now?”—I have answers! Author and teacher Patricia Clarke talks with me about: How disability challenges assumptions about the good life Accepting limitations and finding freedom within them How faith and culture shape our …

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Ep. 207 - You're Not A Real Ultra Runner Unless... 28:40

6M ago28:40

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I'm betting you've said this to yourself at least once or twice. We all have a preconceived notion of what it means to be a "real" runner (or ultra runner). For some of us it's based on how fast we run, or the number of times we run a week, or how far we run....and the list goes on. We build these concepts up in our head based on our experiences, t…

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The Gifts of an Evolving Faith with Sarah Bessey 57:09

5M ago57:09

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Send us a Text Message. Is faith something that should always stay the same? Or is it something that evolves by necessity? Sarah Bessey, author of Field Notes for the Wilderness, talks with Amy Julia Becker about: Her evolving faith journey How to adapt and thrive in an evolving faith Making room for change, in ourselves and others Navigating the i…

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Ep 206 - You Can't Be Mediocre 364 Days A Year 17:02

6M ago17:02

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I can't remember where I heard or read this quote (or who to attribute it to) but I think it should be the battle cry for ultra runners in training everywhere! "You can't be mediocre 364 days a year and expect to perform flawlessly on the big day." What do you think? 🤔 ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNER…

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Ep. 205 - Where To Spend Your Money If You're New To Ultra Running 34:06

6M ago34:06

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I feel like ultra running has gotten a bad rap for being an expensive sport...and yes - on some level it is expensive...I don't think it necessarily has to be that way. In this episode, I'm sharing the 5 things you should invest your money on as a new ultra runner in order to get the most bang for your buck. Here are the YouTube videos I mentioned …

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Ep. 204 - 4 Running Workouts That Should Be In Your Plan 38:43

6M ago38:43

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Ever wondered what types of run workouts you should be doing? I've got you covered. Today we're talking about 4 different workouts you need in order to run farther and faster. Pull out your notebook - training plan class is in session! ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTR…

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Ep. 203 - How To Bridge the Gap From Half/Full to 50k 31:20

7M ago31:20

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Have you ever wondered how to get from the half or full marathon distance to running your first 50k? Well, in this episode I'm going to give you a 6 week plan that will help you make that transition seamlessly. ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY 📸…

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Ep. 202 - 15k A Day 27:48

7M ago27:48

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How many steps are you logging a day? Are you training for your first ultra this year? Then this episode is for you! Here's an easy way that you can boost your ultra success just by upping your step count...and I'll tell you why it works! Click here to watch my "cringe" YouTube video from 2019 ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET …

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Ep. 201 - What's It All About? 31:13

7M ago31:13

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In this episode, I'm explaining more in depth about the She Runs Ultras Membership and The Run Your First 50k program. 🎧 Listen as I give you details about what's included and how you can snag a spot on January 1st 2024. ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS MEMBERSHIP C…

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Ep. 200 - The 12 Lessons Ultra Running Has Taught Me 37:31

7M ago37:31

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Merry Christmas 🎄 Y'all! I thought it might be fun to do a themed episode all about the lessons that ultra running has taught me...et voila! I hope that you enjoy it and I hope that you're having a wonderful day with friends, or family, or by yourself if that's your jam! ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINN…

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History N' Games Episode 38 (12 Facts About Hercules and His 12 Labors in 12 Minutes) 25:59

7M ago25:59

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Happy Holidays, everyone! In this special episode of History N' Games, I (Meghan Sullivan) attempt to share 12 interesting facts about Hercules and his 12 labors in 12 minutes. Do I succeed? Noooo! I definitely go a bit overtime. BUT, it's still a fun-filled episode and I hope you enjoy it. ^___^ Support the Show.…

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Ep 199 - Behind The Scenes Coaching with Hannah Jarvis 43:35

7M ago43:35

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In this episode, you're going to get to listen in on a private 1:1 coaching session I did a few weeks ago. Hannah (who's a member of the Run Your First 50k Facebook group) requested some help with training for her first 50k in 2024, specifically she wanted to talk about heart rate training...but as you'll hear we uncovered some other really importa…

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Ep. 198 - What, How, & Why of Food with Jordana Edelstein 1:12:54

7M ago1:12:54

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Jordana Edelstein is a behavior, nutrition, and body image coach that's on a mission to help you learn to trust yourself around food, lose fat, and feel more at home in your body. In this episode, we talk about the what, why, and how of food. Click here to get the worksheet we discussed in the show. Click here to learn more about nutrition, behavio…

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Ep. 197 - You Need To Get More Reps 13:34

8M ago13:34

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The way that I've been able to go from 50k to 200 miles is by using THIS CONCEPT. Give it a listen and let me know if it resonates with you! ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM ⚡️ CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD MY FREE DAILY SHAKED…

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Ep. 196 - How To Set Up A Looped Course Aid Station 20:39

8M ago20:39

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If you've got a looped race planned for this year, you're going to love this episode. We're talking about how to set up your aid station so that you have everything that you need and nothing that you don't! Here are 4 categories to think about: Shelter / Privacy Food / Water Supplies Clothing & Equipment for you (the athlete) Comfort of your crew I…

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