Run With Gratitude - Lamont King EP031 Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast

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In this episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection, I am joined by Paul Cameron, an inspiring runner who took on his first hundred-miler at the age of 60. The conversation journeys through Paul's background, growing up in Erie, Pennsylvania, and his unconventional path to running. Paul shares anecdotes about his early interests in dirt biking and motocross before running entered his life around 2010. Listen as Paul elaborates on his transition from neighborhoods runs to completing his first 5K and eventually a daunting 100-mile race at Javelina. Paul recounts his experiences without formal training schedules, his challenges, and the remarkable opportunity of sharing races with his son, Kyle. This episode delves into the nuances of trail running, the importance of self-preservation, and the power of family bonds in ultra-running. Tune in to hear Paul's mindset, lessons learned, and ambitious future plans in the world of ultra-running.…

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Never Quit Attitude with Stuart Foster. EP034 48:39

13 days ago48:39

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In this episode of "Running Strong Mind-Body Connection," we welcome ultra-distance enthusiast Stuart Foster to the podcast. Stuart, a retired police officer from Kelowna, Canada, shares his incredible journey from casual fitness running to tackling some of the world's toughest ultra-marathons. Stuart discusses his spontaneous decision to undertake a half marathon, which eventually led him to ultramarathons like the Canadian Death Race and Route 66. His adventures are not just about physical endurance but also about testing mental fortitude and embracing the beauty of the running community. Stuart recounts the highlights of his first 140-mile race at Route 66, the challenges of fueling on the go, and the lessons learned from the experience. He also looks forward to new adventures, such as the Badwater 267 VR Elite and the Fat Dog 120. Join us to explore Stuart's inspiring journey of pushing limits, navigating obstacles, and connecting with a vibrant community of runners.…

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From Fast Sprinter to Relationship Expert: Dr. Wendy Lyon- EP033 44:24

20 days ago44:24

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Welcome to another insightful episode of the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast. Today, I joined by Dr. Wendy Lyon, a seasoned expert in relationships and personal growth. Throughout this engaging conversation, Dr. Wendy shares her inspiring journey from her early years as a sprinter in the Junior Olympics to becoming a relationship coach who helps individuals find lasting love and personal fulfillment. Drawing on her own experiences with love and relationships, Dr. Wendy highlights the importance of loving oneself, being open to change, and consciously approaching dating and life partnerships. Listeners can expect to learn about overcoming limiting beliefs, enhancing communication in relationships, and embracing the power of gratitude and presence. Whether you're single, in a relationship, or seeking personal growth, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement to create a life you love with the love of your life. Don't miss Dr. Wendy's upcoming workshops and resources designed to help you on your journey to building stronger, more fulfilling connections. Join us as we explore the intersection of love, life, and limitless possibilities. Here is Dr. Wendy website : https://DrWendyLyon.com…

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Your Voice is Your Energy - Regina Andler - EP032 36:23

27 days ago36:23

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Regina Andler is an AI Empowered Business Strategist who helps coaches and consultants differentiate themselves and attract more clients using her proprietary The Unicorn Factor® methodology. Regina has over 20 years’ experience as an entrepreneur having had traditional brick-and-mortar businesses, online businesses, and multiple multi-level marketing businesses. She is a Certified Jack Canfield Success Principles Trainer and certified in Wholebeing Positive Psychology and the Amazon Best Selling Author of The Unicorn Factor™ - Demystifying Marketing Content To Set You Apart From The Crowd. Prior to having her own businesses, Regina worked in corporate world and moved from the ground up the corporate ladder in the tech field. Today she uses all of her knowledge and experience from her past and her training to help entrepreneurs avoid the mistakes she made along the way with her Autumn Ascent Consulting company. Regina lives in New Hampshire with her husband Eliot and their “kids”, the crazy but adorable mutt Ryder and the psycho kitty Syd. For fun Regina loves spending time outdoors hiking, kayaking, playing golf and she is an avid obstacle course racer. Linktr.ee - https://linktr.ee/reginaandler…

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Run With Gratitude - Lamont King EP031 46:41

5 weeks ago46:41

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Lamon King is a lawyer a survivor, and an ultra distance inspiration. Lamont shares his story about a year of the ultimate stressor going on, getting a job, getting married, and battling cancer. Today, he is an inspiration to all and a well-known name and face in the running community. I hope you enjoy this Lamonts inspiration and take a moment to share it with others.…

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Stand Up and Shout Out with Dr. Joan Steidnger - EP 030 57:20

6 weeks ago57:20

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We explored Dr. Joan's book Stand Up and Shout Out in this episode. She dedicated her book to the grandmother of sports psychology: Dr Carole Oglesby. Dr. Carol is a guide and mentor to thousands of girls and women i sport, sharing her hand with black and white, dor her kind and generous heart, willingness to friend and befriend those others neglected whose backs were turned on, to recognize beyond our borders the need for outreach to our global neighbors., our gratefulness knows no bounds. Dr. Joan devoted an immense amount of time in her research and study for this book. Her driven action plans at the end of each chapter will open your awareness of how we can all help and support. You can find "Stand Up and Shout". on Amazon…

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If It doesn't kill you it will make you stronger - Brian Hamilton EP 029 52:12

7 weeks ago52:12

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Brian comes to us with an Irish accent and an inspiring story, He is sharing his stories of jumping into 100, and since those did not kill him, he is exploring the journeys of 200 miles or more. As I believe in the power of mind body connection and the power of our bodies on how strong our bodies want to recover and thrive, Brian demonstrates this on one of his 200-mile adventures. I hope you enjoy. Look up Brians journeys on UltraSignup.…

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Do The Things That Scare You- It is in the Unknown with Melissa Johnson - EP028 55:45

9 weeks ago55:45

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Melissa Johnson, as most of us know and call her MJ. She is a resident of Auburn California, a Master Gardner, Self Employed, a Grand Mother. She is so much more. Melissa shares some of the stories of old time runners and more. I do hope you enjoy the podcast.

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There is Truth in our Words, Decree what you want with Tara Tulley - EP027 39:10

10 weeks ago39:10

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There is Truth in our words. Your words matter! This is a powerful conversation with Tara, she is n inspiration to all. I really connected with her on how our mindset influences our overall well-being. Tara talks about her journey and shares the books and tools she implemented in her life and created the change in her life. One is loosing over 100 Lbs, moving through adversity in her life and created the life she is living today. If you are inspired by this podcast, please pass it on to others. Thank you for being part of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast journey You can reach me @ n themindfulathletecoach@gmail.com…

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Find the comfort with Stone Pillows - John Taylor EP026 50:19

11 weeks ago50:19

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Here is an individual who was always interested in exercising. The other aspect to his workouts was he was a smoker. He kepy running a secret from his smoking friends and smoking a secret from his running friends. You know how secrets go. John loved running and he winged it on his first 100 mile run. He learned quickly what it takes to run 100 miles, He not only runs 100 miles he has ventured into longer races and challenges. Such as the Arrowhead 135. John shares his story of the Stone Pillows, This is. a fun podcast. I hope you enjoy…

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From No, No, No I am not running a Marathon to Running over 85 Ultras, with Molly Sheridan - Ep025 38:02

12 weeks ago38:02

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Molly owns Desert Sky Adventures, Her motto is get up and move. Molly ran her first race , the Marine Corps Marathon, after telling her friend over ten times "NO." She overcame a stress fracture and is now over the moon with running over 85 ultras and next up is 7,7,7' Seven Marathons, Seven Continents, 7 Days. Come back in March for her next show when Molly will share 7 , 7 , 7's You can find Molly at www.mollysheridanruns.com If you would like to contact Karen, email me at themindfulathletecoach@gmail.com…

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Don't Take Things for Granted - With Dane Raushenberg - EP023 57:31

14 weeks ago57:31

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Dane is a runner full of stories and inspiration. He ran 52 weekly marathons, set course records, and ran the Oregon Coast, raising money and inspiring the kids in schools, He would run to the schools, give a talk and run out. He has created his app for people to find places to run, Check to Sherpa.com Dane Books - you can find these on Amazon Ignore the Impossilbe See Dane Run 128,336 Feet of Pure Bliss…

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Marathon Maniac, Running 100 - 100's with Jess Mullen - EP024 42:29

14 weeks ago42:29

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Jess Mullen is an inspirtation of setting goals, challenging her body. She overcame set backs and came back strong. She will be completing her 100th , 100 mile run in early 2025. She lives in the land of curiosity as opposed to judging herself. She learned the power of tapping on one of her 100 mile runs which eliminated her anxiety If you are curious how you can shift from anxious and overwhelm and move into your awesomeness, Send me an email if you are curious. Themindfulathletecoach@gmail.com…

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You Gotta Be Yourself - Surround Yourself with the Right People - Ty Aronson- EB 022 1:08:49

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"Never limit where running can take you." - With Henry Howard - EP #021 34:36

17 weeks ago34:36

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Henry Howard is a professional writer/editor who has run more than 40 marathons and ultras. Henry has qualified for the Boston Marathon multiple times, finished on the overall podium (including an overall win) in various races, and completed distances from 5K to 100 miles. He is among the coaches at Marathon Training Academy. Follow him on Twitter @HenryHoward or on Instagram @HenryHoward. Check out more of his stories about inspirational runners at www.runspirited.com and www.facebook.com/Runspirited . Henry is an inspiration with his coaching and as an ultratunner Find him on Twitter and Instagram. @HenryHoward Run Spirited…

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2024 Motto: "Benevolence generates Kindness. with Dr. Joan Steidinger - EP 021 46:10

18 weeks ago46:10

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Joan Steidinger, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist, Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC)@Emeritus administered by the Association of Applied Sports Psychology (AASP), previously listed on the United States Olympic Committee’s Registry of Sport Psychology, and a Fellow for AASP. She has numerous speaking credits to her name in the public and private sector, including a couple of years speaking at the Western States 100-mile Endurance Race training camp and at the San Francisco Commonwealth Club. In May 2018, she spoke at the International Working Group on Women and Sports Conference in Botswana on “Sisterhood in Sports.” For many years, she taught Exercise and Sports psychology at San Jose State University, SFSU, and UC Berkeley Extension. In the 1990s, she was an elite and pioneering ultra runner. Participating on the Tamalpa Women’s First Ultra Racing Team, she placed 1st in the Pacific Region and 3rd in the Open Division in the first Pacific Region Ultra Grand Prix Series. In 2014, she published her first book, “Sisterhood in Sports: How female athletes collaborate and compete.” This book won five literary awards, including the Foreword Reviews IndieFab contest. Explore Dr. Joan's website and her books. She will be featured on Running Strong Mind-Body Connection Podcast # 27 which will be available to listen to on January 31 Dr. Joan Steidinger Psi Chi -- National Honor Society in Psychology Licensed & Sports Psychologist CA PSY 12505 CMPC @Emeritus, AASP Fellow Former Lecturer - Sports Psychology - San Jose State University Listed on Registry for the United States Olympic Committee Books (Rowman & Littlefield); Sisterhood in Sports: Female Athletes Collaborate & Compete (2014) Stand Up & Shout: Women's Fight for Equal Pay, Equal Rights, & Equal Opportunities in Sports (2020) https://www.doctorjoansteidinger.com/…

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Get Comfortable Running at Night - Henry Bickerstaff - EP 019 46:01

19 weeks ago46:01

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Henry Shares with us his wisdom, his experience and kindness. I am posting the CTS article about his amazing accomplishment at the Hennepin 100 in Illinois. Click HERE for the Article If you ever need an upboast on your mental fitness please reach out for a conversation with me at themindfulathletecoach@gmail.com…

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Marathon Maniacs, Here I come with over 295 Races - Jill Hudson. EP018 47:39

20 weeks ago47:39

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Jill Hudson is an inspiring individual and runner. She has run over 295 races from 5k-100-200 mile runs. She comes to us as a retired Principal of many years and today she is inspiring people from all walks of life to run, get healthy. She is a person to be inspired by. Enjoy the podcast. If you or someone you knows would like to venture into being on. my podcast Please email me at the mindfulathletecoach@gmail.com…

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What was I thinking, run till you Love it - Jakob Herrmann. EP-017 51:46

21 weeks ago51:46

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Born (1971) and grew up in Switzerland Moved to the US in 1998 to get my computer science degree (Santa Monica College) and planned to go back home afterwards Met my wife in the first semester, got married in 1999 and now have 4 daughters (7, 16, 21, 23) Worked for companies like Sony and Disney as a web developer Became self-employed in July 2016 working on my social media website which now has over 3 million members Started running in 2005 (did not do any sports whatsoever for 20 years) after gaining a lot of weight almost topping 200 pounds on the scale Ran my first full marathon 2 months after starting running Ran my first ultra (JFK50) the same year Ran my first 100-miler (Rio del Lago) the next year (2006) Now I've done 244 races including one 144 miler, 25 100-milers, 4 100Ks, 18 50-milers, 61 50Ks, and 84 full marathons. Started helping out ultra marathon races by designing/coding the race website for free (I've helped 11 ultra running events like SD100) I've been involved in AC100 for 10 years and am a 49% shareholder and will get the other 51% once the RD retires Had the idea to put on a race in Switzerland in 2015 but most people discouraged me claiming it's not sustainable Kept going and had the inaugural race in 2017 with 50 runners in the 80KM course (also offered a half marathon distance that year) Had 1,021 registrations from 53 countries this year Opened the 2025 registration October 1st (9 days ago) and already has 135 registrations from 19 countries It took 43 days in 2023 to reach 135 registrations, hence I believe we will sell out the event next year (max. 1,500 runners) Most memorable event was last year when Kevin Schmidt ran the 160K and his wife, Courtney Dauwalter, paced him the last 53 miles…

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She Broke Down Barriers for all Women - Anne Audain EP 016 51:22

22 weeks ago51:22

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Anne's story will inspire, encourage and convince a lot of people to reevaluate exactly what is possible in their own lives. This story is a marvelous example to us all, from all walks of life, that the seemingly impossible is, in fact, achievable. You just have to have vision, determination, and downright stubbornness to push yourself past the obvious mental and physical obstacles. This is a wonderful story of a wonderful and gracious woman who broke down barriers for all female athletes today. Go to Anne's Website and enjoy all the you tube videos of her story. www. AnneAudain.com If you would like to be on my podcast or explore Mental Fitness you can reach me themindfulathletecoach@gmail.com…

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The Third of the Running Amigo / Cowboys with Dru Stewart - EP015 43:27

23 weeks ago43:27

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Welcome to Episode 15 with Dru Stewart, Dru is the 3rd of the 3 Amigos. Phil (EP 10)and Tony(EP 13) are in earlier episodes. Dru is a cowboy at heart, grew up in Montana on a farm, and was in the rodeo seen from a young age,. He was in Jr Rodeo, HS Rodeo and on the Rodeo Team in College. Cowboy's have good hearts, and Dru has a big heart. He cherishes his family and friends. I know you will enjoy this podcast. Please make your comments and share this with your friends and family…

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It's a Life Style with Brigette Sobus - EP 014 38:04

24 weeks ago38:04

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Brigette is a powerful and entertaining speaker. She will leave her audience uplifted, encouraged and inspired. In this podcast, we embarked on exploring NLP and Mental Fitness. Bridgette shared her background as a NLP practitioner but left out she is a Reiki practioner. With lots of good energy and fun. Enjoy this podcast. If you would like to get in touch with Brigette here is her contact information: brigette@brigettesobus.com…

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Taking the Impossible to Possible with Tony Branquinho - EP 013 53:58

25 weeks ago53:58

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4 Years ago, tony weighed 400 lbs, Today Tony is a running machine. He has dedicated his life to stay fit. He keeps a picture of himself in his pocket to remind him where he came from every day. He could not participate in many activities with is family until he made that decision to change. Tony values his family and friends as they are everything to him. Dive into Tony's story from taking the impossible to the Possible. Tony is an inspiration; please share comments and insights…

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50 - 50k in 50 weeks -How Andre Lee Celebrates - EP012 1:13:27

26 weeks ago1:13:27

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Andre Lee is an inspiration to all he comes across. Raised in New York the youngest of 5 children to Allison and Juanita Lee. Andre started his running adventures at the age of 5 on the school track team and continued through the military and college. He specialized in the mile, then 5k, advanced to the 10k, and on to running his first Marathon, The Marine Corp Marathon. Andre shares his inspirational story of advancing to run Cocodona 250 miler, before he ran his first 100 miler. Enjoy the show…

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Welcome to the Dark Side From Hiker to Ultra Runner - EP 011 29:21

27 weeks ago29:21

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Lisa is a great friend with good energy. She has stepped into Ultra Running in 2012 and keeps up her bar. She has gone from 50 k. all the way up the ladder to Cocodona 250. Lisa, will share her story here about her first attempt running Western States 100. She went from #1 on the wait list in 2023, to being picked in 2024 at the Lottery. I hope you enjoy her story, Look her up on ultra signup for the list of her accomplishments, Lisa is an inspiration to us all.…

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Rodeo to Runner with Phil Benadum - EP10 43:28

28 weeks ago43:28

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Listen to Phil journey as he is an inspiration to all. From diagnosis with MS, not accepting drugs and changing his life, he challenged himself to his first 100 mile run. I met Phil at the Rio Del Lago 100 mile event in 2023 and I am honored to have him as a friend and a guest on my podcast. He share his insights, his challenges and is wins.…

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James Bonnett the Ultra Running Kid - EP 09 43:23

29 weeks ago43:23

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James Bonnett is a coach with McMillian Running. James has been running for over 24 years, 19 of these years were mostly focused on ultras with 7 of these years running professionally. James ran his first trail race at 9-years-old, James has completed the following: At age 10 he ran 53 miles at Across the Years 24-hour race in Phoenix At age 11 he ran Crown King Scramble 50k finishing 19th overall @ 5:09 At age 18 he ran Westen States 100 12th place and many more races. Enjoy this journey with an amazing runner, and amazing person…

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You Never Know Who You Will Inspire - Paul Bonnett. EP008 43:48

31 weeks ago43:48

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Paul is my wonderful younger brother, though he towers over me I can still take him down with Love. In this episode Paul takes us on a journey of his running world and life. From a 98lb weakling to beating horses and winning races. Paul is an inspiration to all. Ultra Running is about connection, community, and inspiration. I hope you enjoy this podcast…

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Surreal on the run with Melissa Ruse - EP007 39:30

32 weeks ago39:30

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Melissa started running when she was 4 and is stronger and healthier today than ever. A 10 time Boston Marathon Finisher. To set a course record for a 24 hour race in Bellingham WA. Melissa is an inspiration and a joyful person to listen to and learn from. She shares how Mental Fitness has helped her reach her goals at a dream race.…

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How we create our identity as runners - with Dr Lauren Pierce, EP006 37:27

33 weeks ago37:27