In this conversation, Amanda Perras interviews Olivia Garcia, a stay-at-home mom, run coach, and cohost of the podcast 'Miles with Moms.' Olivia shares her journey from being a ballet dancer to becoming a paramedic and eventually a passionate runner. She discusses her struggles with body image and eating disorders, how running helped her find clarity and purpose in motherhood, and her aspirations to qualify for the Boston Marathon, which eventually led her to a 2:54 marathon in October of this year. The conversation delves into the challenges of postpartum running, the benefits of heart rate training, and Olivia's future goals in the sport.
00:00
Introduction to Olivia Garcia
01:22
Olivia's Background and Early Influences
04:16
Transition from Paramedic to Stay-at-Home Mom
06:22
Rediscovering Running and Identity
08:31
The Impact of Dance on Body Image
13:03
Struggles with Eating Disorders
16:54
The Role of Support in Recovery
17:20
Journey to Marathon Running
22:07
Pregnancy and Running Challenges
24:42
Navigating Pregnancy and Running
26:04
Postpartum Challenges and Returning to Running
28:46
The Journey to Marathon Training
30:09
Fueling Strategies for Endurance Running
33:46
Achieving Personal Bests and Setting Goals
39:48
Heart Rate Training and Its Impact
42:37
Future Aspirations and Overcoming Barriers
45:39
Advice for Those Struggling with Body Image
You can find Olivia Garcia on:
Instagram @watch_oliviarun
Podcast @mileswithmomspodcast
Follow me:
Instagram @soulrunnernh
Email: amanda@soulrunnernh.com
