Dear Runner Bod,

What happens when a woman who knows how to push her body to the limit… enters a season where control disappears?

In this episode, I’m joined by Alex, a runner, coach, HYROX competitor, and mom, whose life sits at the intersection of discipline, chaos, and freedom.

With 39 half marathons, 9 full marathons, and now a growing love for HYROX, Alex knows what it means to be strong. But her journey into trying to conceive, pregnancy, and postpartum revealed a different kind of strength, one that so many women are forced to figure out on their own.

We talk about:

Why even highly disciplined athletes can feel lost in their bodies during the PP season

The massive gap in education and support for women navigating fertility and postpartum

Redefining strength beyond performance metrics

Staying grounded in movement through demanding seasons of life

This conversation is for every woman who has ever felt confused, isolated, or unsupported in her body… especially when she’s used to being “in control.”

Because strength isn’t just physical. It’s awareness, education, and the courage to keep showing up.

Follow Alex on Instagram @alex_thestrongerseason and on Tiktok @alex_thestrongerseason

 

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What if the “healthy” habits you’ve been chasing… aren’t actually helping your health?

In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Katz to unpack the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways toxic fitness culture shows up in women’s lives (often disguised as discipline, wellness, or “just taking care of yourself.”)

We dive into how behaviors that look healthy on the outside can quietly disconnect you from your body, increase stress, and keep you stuck in cycles of fear and control.

We also get into something we don’t talk about enough:
how fear shapes the way women approach fitness, food, and their bodies…and how learning to recognize it can change everything.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing “all the right things” but still don’t feel good in your body… this conversation will hit.

In this episode, we cover:

How toxic fitness culture hides behind “health”

Signs your “healthy habits” may actually be hurting you

The role fear plays in food, body image, and performance

Why letting go of control can feel terrifying—but necessary

What it actually looks like to support your health as a female athlete

You can follow Amanda on Instagram @amanda_katzz. You can also check out her website www.amandaskatz.com.

 

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In this episode, I sit down with Evan Campbell, founder of the Conshohocken Running Club, to talk about what it actually means to create a space where all paces feel welcome and why that matters more than ever for the future of running. And how shifting the focus of run club from ego and performance to making a difference in your community can be more fulfilling than your next PR.

We get into:

Why “all paces welcome” often falls flat and how to do it right

How run clubs can become powerful community hubs, not just workout groups

The role of leadership, local partnerships, and even politics in shaping a run club

How their club raised money for a local elementary school and built relationships within their town

What runners can do to give back through the sport they love

If you’ve ever felt intimidated to join a run club… or you’re part of one and want to make it better… this episode will change how you see running.

Check out Conshy Run Club!

Instagram: Conshy_runs

TikTok: Conshy_runs

LinkTree: Conshy Run Club

 

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If you’ve ever trained hard… only to completely fall apart on race day… then this episode is going to hit.

Because spoiler: it’s probably not your fitness.

I’m joined by run coach Stacey Gross, and we’re diving into the missing piece most runners overlook: mindset.

We talk about:

Why you might be “bombing” races despite strong training

The sneaky “but” statements holding you back (and how to catch them)

Why comparison is keeping you stuck (and how to opt out)

How to actually build confidence as a runner 

Why enjoying your training might be the most performance-enhancing thing you can do

This conversation is your reminder that running is not just physical! It’s a full-body, full-brain sport.

And if you’ve been stuck in your head lately… this is your reset.

 

Follow Stacey on Instagram @s__gross. If you are interested in working with her you can reach out on Instagram.

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This week on the Dear Runner Bod, I’m joined by Leah Avery, DPT, physical therapist, running coach, and lifelong athlete with over 30 years of experience in sport.

Leah shares how it took seven years to break her marathon PR and nine years to chase a Boston Qualifier, and why the extreme sense of urgency so many runners feel can quietly sabotage long-term progress.

We talk about the mindset shift that changed everything for her: viewing food not as something to control, but as an opportunity to thrive.

We also dive into:

Why patience is one of the most underrated performance tools

The role fueling plays in sustainable progress

How athletes can learn to keep showing up after “failure”

Navigating seasons where running can’t be your whole identity

How Leah’s experiences shape the way she coaches runners today

If you’ve ever felt behind, frustrated with your progress, or scared of falling short of a big goal… this episode is for you.

Follow Leah:
IG: Leah.Runs.DPT
Website: Train Smart Run Strong

 

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