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Runner's Round TableS6E12 - Beyond Pace: Goal Pivoting with Sharon MexalWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Sharon Mexal (@beermoderacer) about the power of pivoting when it comes to setting goals and how her mindset around pivoting has helped her in her retirement from running marathons.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch...
2026-02-1343 min
Runner's Round TableS6E11 - Beyond Pace: Coming Full Circle with Sabrina LottWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Sabrina Lott (@CoachSabrinaL) about the memory from not too long ago that reminded her of how far she has come as an athlete, a runner, and a coach.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on You...
2026-02-0940 min
Runner's Round TableS6E10- Beyond Pace: #FUELISCOOL with Stephanie VandenBergWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and eatures stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Stephanie VandenBerg (@southjersey_motherrunner) about more than her favorite memory: it’s all the moments that have inspired her #FuelIsCool movement. Note: Stephanie discusses her history with an eating disorder in this episode.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.
2026-02-0639 min
Runner's Round TableS6E9 - Beyond Pace: Capture the Moment with Kelsey LongWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Kelsey Long (@longcommakelsey) about the her mission to capture the experience of the knowledge-keepers at Camp We Run Long.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Zy62HZ-knk8
2026-02-0241 min
Runner's Round TableS6E8 - Beyond Pace: Cheer Squad Runner with Leslie DuggerWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Leslie Dugger (@LeslieD_runs) about the memory that reminds her that it’s the community of runners that make running itself memorable. Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/c65SuHsiN6c...
2026-01-3041 min
Runner's Round TableS6E7 - Beyond Pace: Hurricane Run with Stevie Lyn SmithWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Stevie Lyn Smith (@stevielynlyn) about her 2016 Ironman race aka the race where she embodied an “adapt and overcome” mentality.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xLKo8NS3MZ8About St...
2026-01-2643 min
Runner's Round TableS6E6 - Beyond Pace: Crew Love with Jamie DePaolaWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Jamie DePaola (@Mad4marathons) about the memory that speaks to the power of community in helping us runners achieve great things.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uU-Vwkpmr08...
2026-01-2340 min
Runner's Round TableS6E5 - Beyond Pace: 50-Mile Baby with Annika BrubakerWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Annika Brubaker (@graceforeverymile) about the memory that taught her how to embrace and celebrate every run her body was able to do. Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eRykns0gL5Y
2026-01-1949 min
Runner's Round TableS6E4 - Beyond Pace: Letting Go to Breakthrough with Becky CroftWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Becky Croft (@coach.croft) about the memory that taught her how letting go could lead to experience the biggest breakthrough.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hOyVlRdN9Ts
2026-01-1638 min
Runner's Round TableS6E3 - Beyond Pace: Chasing That Feeling with Meredith MinnickWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Meredith Minnick (@Mererunsamarathon) about the memory that, six years later, still keeps her excited about the possibility of another run. Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sWLqJVSo3j4...
2026-01-1239 min
Runner's Round TableS6E1 - Beyond Pace: Shared Trauma (Not Really) with Naomi MoritaWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Naomi Morita (@runakamai) about how the shared experience (or trauma!) of running is what helps us expand the meaning of running in our lives.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_fbLcfEcgugPlease support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you...
2026-01-0540 min
Runner's Round TableS6E0 Opener- Beyond Pace: You Paid to Do This with Stephanie DiazWelcome to season 6 of the Runner’s Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest’s favorite running memory. In this solo episode Stephanie shares her favorite running memory from the 2017 Chicago Marathon. Shout out to her husband for always being so pivotal in her life. Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wgKIolKFwjI...
2026-01-0217 min
Runner's Round TableBonus: Post-2025 Chicago Marathon Breakdown with Jessica Reyes (@sugarruns)In this special bonus episode, Stephanie talks to her run coach Jessica Reyes about her 2025 Chicago Marathon experience. Stephanie and Jessica talk about the prep for Chicago, the race itself, and how shifts in mindset helped turn an unexpected Chicago Marathon experience into memorable one full of gratitude. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening. To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tZ5zr28oTzMAbout Stephanie Diaz:Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yo...
2025-10-241h 01
Runner's Round TableS5 EP18 – Hot Takes: The Mental Side of Running with Leah AverySeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is The Mental Side of Running Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with PT and run coach Leah Avery about perfectionism in running, how our worth as humans isn’t connected to how we perform as runners, and how to find joy in your current season of running. (Excuse my cough breaks that sound like extended silences; my cold wanted to make a last stand!)Please support this podcast with a rating, revi...
2025-08-2059 min
Runner's Round TableBonus Episode: Running The World with Robyn GodfreyIn this Bonus episode of the Runner’s Round Table Stephanie speaks to runner and newly minted author Robyn Godfrey about her recently published book, “Running the World”. This conversation covers Robyn’s journey to achieving a Six Star Finisher medal and explores themes of being a runner, the importance of self-care, running as an adventure, and how running prepares us to handle the hard moments in life.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.
2025-07-021h 11
Runner's Round TableS5 EP17 – Hot Takes: Running Beyond Size with Jill AngieSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Running Beyond Size Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Jill Angie about running being for everybody, regardless of size, what it means to be athletic, the runner identity, and how to be empowered to find your own way of running.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you. To watch on Y...
2025-06-2559 min
Runner's Round TableS5 EP16 – Hot Takes: Running Boom with Kelly RobertsSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Running Boom Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Kelly Roberts about thecurrent running boom, the role of run clubs like Badass Lady Gang in the growth of the sport, and the importance of creating community through connection.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/URUID-5hhPY...
2025-06-041h 07
Runner's Round TableS5 EP15 – Hot Takes: Taper Crazies with Dr. Victoria SekelySeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Taper Crazies Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Dr. Victoria Sekely all things taper: what it is, why we do it, and how to make the most of this important time before big races.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Iq40t-FE...
2025-05-2853 min
Runner's Round TableS5 EP14 – Hot Takes: Gear You Need with Sabrina LottSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Gear Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Sabrina Lott about the running gear runners, especially female runners, need to feel comfortable, confident, and fierce. Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5fgQ9OAnz8UAbout Stephanie Diaz:
2025-04-021h 01
Runner's Round TableS5 EP13– Hot Takes: Come to the Carb Side with Stevie Lyn SmithSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Carbs Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with registered dietician Stevie Lyn Smith about all things carb: what they are, why they are important, and how we can all learn to better embrace carbs.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7WZmHRZ6grE
2025-03-261h 11
Runner's Round TableS5 EP12– Hot Takes: Recovery is for Wimps – Just Kidding! with Dr. Asher KygerSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Recovery is for Wimps – Just Kidding! Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Dr. Asher Kyger about expanding our definition of recovery as a process that helps us be our best athletic selves.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lWHL6stXYuAAbou...
2025-03-1959 min
Runner's Round TableS5 EP11 – Hot Takes: Don’t Pee Yourself! With Dr. Ari GonzalezSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Don’t Pee Yourself! Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with her very own pelvic health physical therapist, Dr. Ari Gonzalez about pelvic floor health for women across the lifespan and for runners. Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/byVrr4Xq2PMA...
2025-03-121h 06
Runner's Round TableS5 EP10 – Hot Takes: Run Club Inclusivity with Rosalind SmithSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Run Club Inclusivity Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Rosalind Smith about the power of run clubs as a space where all identities are seen, validated, and honored. Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wKtXq2N0UmAAb...
2025-03-051h 06
Runner's Round TableS5 EP9 – Hot Takes: Running Myths, Rituals, and Superstitions with Amanda KatzSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Running Myths, Rituals, and Superstitions Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Amanda Katz about myths that may limit who we think we are as runners, rituals that help us feel race day ready, and the superstitions that help us feel confident in ourselves.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube:https://yout...
2025-02-2657 min
Runner's Round TableS5 EP8 – Hot Takes: Super Shoes – Fact or Fiction? with Trina BillsSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Super Shoes – Fast or Fiction? Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Trina Bills (@TrinaLesins_) about super shoes: what they are, who they are for, and the important mindset things to consider before diving into the world of super shoes.
Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fbVxykQRjZo
About Stepha...
2025-02-1957 min
Runner's Round TableS5 E7 – Hot Takes: Back-to-Back Marathons with Kristyn R. SmithSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Back-to-Back Marathons Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Kristyn R Smith about running back-to-back marathons and things to consider as one works toward this incredible accomplishment.
Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eZ3pFaztUOU
For Kristyn's season 2 "Conversations with Coaches" episode: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/runnersroundtable/epis...
2025-02-121h 02
Runner's Round TableS5 EP6 – Hot Takes: Strength & Aging with Robyn GodfreySeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Strength & Aging Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Robyn Godfrey about strength training, it’s importance as we (especially women) age, and how to create a strength training routine that creates confidence and consistency.
Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FC2eDzIUAUM
About Stephanie Diaz:
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2025-02-051h 00
Runner's Round TableS5 EP5 – Hot Takes: Elite Runners vs. Regular Runners with Leslie Dugger CarvajalSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Elite Runners vs. Regular Runners edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Leslie Dugger Carvajal about elite runners, regular everyday runners, the differences between the two, and how each category of runner can learn from another.
Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/F1Z6JlZ_oRo
Abou...
2025-01-291h 09
Runner's Round TableS5 EP4 – Hot Takes: Not All Paces Welcome with Makenzie RinkSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Not All Paces Welcome Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Makenzie Rink about what it means to be a “Realistic Runner” and how it’s ok for run groups to not cater to all paces as long as there are safe spaces for all runners, especially back of the pack runners, to show up and feel like they are a part of the running community.
Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next tim...
2024-12-151h 17
Runner's Round TableBonus Post-Chicago Marathon Breakdown with Becky Croft (@coach.croft)Welcome to the Runner’s Round Table podcast. In this special bonus episode, Stephanie talks to her friend and run coach Becky Croft about their 2024 Chicago Marathon experience. Stephanie and Becky talk about everything from their prep for the race to those finish line feels; Becky adds a layer to the experience by sharing her perspective on the race as an Indigenous runner. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
To watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/R5XBO6saEyk
About Stephanie Diaz:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMil...
2024-10-251h 01
Runner's Round TableS5 EP3 – Hot Takes: Run Coaching with Sabrina EhmkeSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Run Coaching Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Sabrina Ehmke (@run_teacher_sab) about what run coaching is, how run coaching is for everyone regardless of pace and experience, and some of the things to consider when making the decision to work with a run coach.
Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.
2024-07-191h 16
Runner's Round TableS5 EP2 – Hot Takes: Zone 2 Edition with Jen SteeleSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about Hot Takes and this episode is the Zone 2 Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Jen Steele (@misadventuresofamarathoner) about Zone 2 running: what it is and whether it matters to being the best runner one can possibly be. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t!
Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/a8-OFWBH...
2024-07-021h 03
Runner's Round TableS5 EP1 – Hot Takes: Boston Edition with Becky Croft & Stephanie DunlapSeason five of the Runner’s Round Table will be all about HotTakes and this episode is the Boston Marathon Edition. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Becky Croft (@coach.croft) and Stephanie Dunlap (@runstrongrun) about the 6-hour cutoff at the 2024 race and what could have been done differently to better promote inclusivity in the sport.
Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don’t forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/74lMs4...
2024-05-211h 13
Runner's Round TableS4 EP33 - Conversations with Runners: Thank You!Welcome to the Runner’s Round Table podcast. Season 4 was “Conversations with Runners”, and each episode featured a conversation with an inspiring female runner who is making the running community better in her own way. In this final season of the episode, it’s just me – Stephanie Diaz – full of thanks. I also update you all with what’s coming up for me, including a September retreat experience, the Chicago Marathon in October, and the Every Woman’s Marathon in November. Thanks for listening all season long!
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JftnwKZ7XJY
About Stephani...
2024-05-0313 min
Runner's Round TableS4 EP20 - Conversations with Runners: Ann MazurWelcome to the Runner’s Round Table podcast. Season 4 is “Conversations with Runners”, and each episode features a conversation with an inspiring female runner who is making the running community better in her own way. In this episode, Stephanie talks to Ann Mazur about her creations Runners Love Yoga and Relay Active. Stephanie and Ann also get into the importance of community as a companion to any and all movement practices. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1IrdPPQJceQ
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of Ameri...
2024-02-071h 17
Runner's Round TableS4 EP15 - Conversations with Runners: Stephanie DunlapWelcome to the Runner’s Round Table podcast. Season 4 is “Conversations with Runners”, and each episode features a conversation with an inspiring female runner who is making the running community better in her own way. In this episode, Stephanie talks to Stephanie Dunlap about finding strength and joy in running and all the fun she is having as a 6:00-hour marathon pacer. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8g1SagrU-ls
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach wit...
2023-12-201h 03
Runner's Round TableS4 EP2 - Conversations with Runners: Cindy SmithWelcome to the Runner’s Round Table podcast. Season 4 is “Conversations with Runners”, and each episode features a conversation with an inspiring female runner who is making the running community better in her own way. In this episode, Stephanie talks to Cindy Smith, the mastermind behind Pen and Paces, about how she uses her creativity to empower women on and off the run. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OZnYmYOyWyM
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach wit...
2023-09-221h 07
Runner's Round TableS4 EP1 - Conversations with Runners: Julie WeissWelcome to the Runner’s Round Table podcast. Season 4 is “Conversations with Runners”, and each episode features a conversation with an inspiring female runner who is making the running community better in her own way. In this episode, Stephanie talks to Julie Weiss aka the Marathon Goddess about running with heart, running on purpose, and having the courage to become a runner. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening. Enjoy this episode and thanks for
listening.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 ye...
2023-09-151h 27
Runner's Round TableHow To: Thank You with Stephanie (Season 3 Finale)That’s a wrap on Season 3. Twenty How To episodes featuring different female leaders in the running community and beyond.
Thank you to all the guests: Christie Zook, Cortney Berling, Amanda Katz, Meredith Minnick, Katherine W, Jodi Fisher, Melissa Szurovy, Becky Croft, Dr. Kat Campbell, Alyssa Ford, Nicole DeSena, Jamie DePaola, Cristina Ramirez, Victoria Buker, Nicole Castillo, Sharon Boon, and Loren Santiesteban.
Special thank you to all you listeners: for requesting topics, tuning in, and celebrating the guests alongside me. As always, you can also support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share.
Stay tuned for season 4. Until ne...
2023-08-1101 min
Runner's Round TableS3 EP20 - How To: Ultrarunning with Loren SantiestebanSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to ultrarunner Loren Santiesteban about getting started in ultrarunning and how the longer distances can help us better connect to the joy that fills our present moment. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gtkglL7O8pw
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yog...
2023-08-072h 12
Runner's Round TableS3 EP19 - How To: Move & Run with Sharon BoonSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to body whisperer Sharon Boon about the importance of movement and how runners can benefit from more curiosity about the different ways they can move and experience movement in their bodies. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2qkf9F-3jiU
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced cer...
2023-08-041h 00
Runner's Round TableS3 EP18 - How To: Yoga & Run with Nicole CastilloSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to run coach and yoga instructor Nicole Castillo about yoga and how to incorporate yoga practices into our running lives. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kNFOnc25f68
Season 2 of "Conversations with Coaches" episode with Nicole can be found here.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced cer...
2023-07-311h 22
Runner's Round TableS3 EP17 - How To: Embrace the Party Pack Mentality with Victoria BukerSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to coach Victoria Buker about the back-of-the-pack
Party Pack and how we can all embrace the party pack mentality to bring more fun and connection to our WHY as movers to running. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-n61VZG0jx8
Season 2 "Conversations with Coaches" episode with Victoria can be heard here.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMi...
2023-07-2838 min
Runner's Round TableS3 EP16 - How To: Goals with StephanieSeason three of the Runner’s Round Table is all about the “How To” of running. In this episode, Stephanie talks about goals: what they are, how to think about setting goals, and how to approach picking a goal race. Thanks for listening and enjoy the episode.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Stephanie believes that to be a...
2023-07-2433 min
Runner's Round TableS3 EP15 - How To: Build Community with Cristina Ramirez & Jamie DePaolaSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to community magic makers Cristina Ramirez and Jamie DePaola about the power of sharing our dreams and the impact of community. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Stephanie believes that to be a runner is...
2023-07-211h 29
Runner's Round TableS3 EP14 - How To: Orangetheory & Run with Nicole DeSenaSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to coach Nicole DeSena about Orangetheory and how to add this group workout to your running life so that you can run stronger and with more awareness of how it feels to run strong. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: youtu.be/S_vDV1QnZps
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with adv...
2023-07-171h 08
Runner's Round TableS3 EP13 - How To: Strength Train & Run with Alyssa FordSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to physical therapist, strength coach, and run coach Alyssa Ford about all things strength training: what it is and how to make it work for you regardless of the season of running you are in. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube:
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced cer...
2023-07-141h 21
Runner's Round TableS3 EP12 - How To: Return from an Injury with Dr. Kat CampbellSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this special crossover episode with the Run with Kat Podcast, Stephanie talks to physical therapist and run coach Dr. Kat Campbell about the one thing every runner dreads: injury. We talk about what injuries are and how to return to running after experiencing an injury. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube:
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is...
2023-07-101h 19
Runner's Round TableS3 EP11 - How To: Build a Support CrewSeason three of the Runner’s Round Table is all about the “How To” of running. In this episode, Stephanie talks about building a support crew that supports you as a person, a runner, and an athlete. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
About Stephanie
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Stephanie believes that to be a runner i...
2023-07-0719 min
Runner's Round TableBonus Episode: Running for Charity with StephanieIn this a special bonus episode in celebration of the London Marathon ballot drawing day, Stephanie talks about charity running: what it is, how to do it, and things to consider when running for a charity. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Stephanie believes that to be a runne...
2023-07-0625 min
Runner's Round TableS3 EP10 - How To: Run Through Menopause with Becky CroftSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie is talking to run coach Becky Croft about menopause: what it is, how it impacts running, and how we can take the fear out of this life transition that affects so many athletes. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: youtu.be/Ro0n5lw6sT0
Season 2 "Conversations with Coaches" with Becky can be found here.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of...
2023-07-031h 24
Runner's Round TableS3 EP9 - How To: Postpartum Running with Melissa SzurovySeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to postnatal fitness specialist, personal trainer, and run coach Melissa Szurovy about all things postpartum. We go into postpartum myths and what to expect when it comes to running in a postpartum body. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and...
2023-06-301h 21
Runner's Round TableS3 EP8 - How To: Run Safe with Jodi FisherSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to Go Guarded founder Jodi Fisher about safety on the run and how she turned a moment of vulnerability into an opportunity for empowerment for all. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qhIrgghgUOM
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yog...
2023-06-261h 11
Runner's Round TableS3 EP7 - How To: Train the Distances with Katherine WuestenfeldSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to run coach Katherine Wuestenfeld about training for the 5K, 10K, half marathon, or marathon distances. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kB45mAmucBA
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Stephanie bel...
2023-06-231h 16
Runner's Round TableS3 EP6 - How To: Pick a Run CoachSeason three of the Runner’s Round Table is all about the “How To” of running. In this episode, Stephanie talks about run coaching and all the questions you should consider when it comes to finding a coach that is the best fit for you. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidr...
2023-06-1924 min
Runner's Round TableS3 EP5 - How to: Celebrate Running with Meredith MinnickSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie is talking to run coach Meredith Minnick about how to celebrate ourselves as runners through all the ups and downs of our runner lives. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7uUIaKVWDfc
Season 2 "Conversations with Coaches" with Meredith can be found here.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced cer...
2023-06-161h 13
Runner's Round TableS3 EP4 - How To: Social Media with Amanda KatzSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to run coach Amanda Katz all about social media, including the rise of the running influencer, how to process information on social media, and how to use social media as a runner and as a run coach. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
Season 2 "Conversations with Coaches" episode with Amanda can be found here.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ur_X9JbC5Mo
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Ru...
2023-06-121h 33
Runner's Round TableS3 EP3 - How To: Fuel with Cortney BerlingSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie talks to registered dietitian and run coach Cortney Berling about all things fueling, from how to fuel before a run to how women should fuel across the lifespan. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: youtu.be/zdjXUnNMYzk
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yog...
2023-06-091h 06
Runner's Round TableS3 EP2 - How to: Gear with Christie ZookSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie is talking to run coach Christie Zook about running gear and all the things new and seasoned runners should have to be their best and most comfortable runner selves. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/St8QixLAFJs
Go Guarded: self-defense and safety gear
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga tea...
2023-06-051h 12
Runner's Round TableS3 EP1 - How To: RunSeason 3 is all about the HOW TOs of running and, in this episode, Stephanie is both the host and the guest. This solo episode is all about how to run; not just physically how to run, but also how to navigate the mental side of running. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
Season 1 "Who's A Runner?" episode can be found here.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in...
2023-06-0237 min
Runner's Round TableBonus: Post-London Breakdown with Jen Steele (@misadventuresofamarathoner)In this bonus episode of the Runner's Round Table, Stephanie wraps up her London Marathon experience by being interviewed by the always awesome Jen Steele. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
About Stephanie
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Stephanie believes that to be a runner is to believe in your possibility as a human through movement. Her fa...
2023-05-051h 28
Runner's Round TableBonus Episode: Pre-London Marathon Questions AnsweredIt's London Marathon race week! In this bonus episode, Stephanie answers all of YOUR questions related to the London Marathon. Topics covered include:
Entry Options
Why Marathoning & Why London
Training aka Journey to London
My Race Plan
After London Plans
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Stephanie believes that to be a runner is to believe in...
2023-04-1742 minRunner's Round TableS2 EP26.2 Conversations with Coaches: Stephanie Diaz (@thecookierunner)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table featured conversations with different female run coaches. In the final episode of the season, Stephanie shares her 10 big takeaways from all 26 conversations. Thank you to all the coaches who joined this season and to everyone who listened all the way. Stay tuned for season 3!
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Step...
2023-03-1010 min
Runner's Round TableS2 EP26 Conversations with Coaches: Montana DePascuale (@coachmontanadepasquale)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Montana DePascuale about fighting imposter syndrome to own the “runner” label, the power of education, and embracing where you are as an athlete. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube video, go here: https://youtu.be/-U4P6Tb6gxI
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga t...
2023-03-061h 17
Runner's Round TableS2 EP25 Conversations with Coaches: Amanda Katz (@amanda_katzz)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Amanda Katz about the different processes of running, understanding and owning who you are as a coach, and the power of “right now.” Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube video, go here: https://youtu.be/8VH_DOrV_lI
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga tea...
2023-03-031h 11
Runner's Round TableS2 EP24 Conversations with Coaches: Christine Hetzel (@runwinefinishlines)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Christine Hetzel about collaborative coaching, developing the coach-athlete relationship across different seasons of life, and empowering the athlete beyond the run and the run-coaching relationship. Just a note that there are a few moments of extended silence as the internet worked to reconnect. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For YouTube video, go here: https://youtu.be/nQ800zQvU-Q
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of A...
2023-02-271h 11
Runner's Round TableS2 EP23 Conversations with Coaches: Erin Kennedy Dalisay (@runwellclinic)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with Dr. Erin Kennedy Dalisay about how she is embracing seasonality in her life and encouraging her athletes to do the same, her new Mental Runner Coaching program, and supporting athletes throughout the lifespan. A note: there were internet issues so there is a break in conversation around the 40-ish minute mark. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
For YouTube videos, go here: youtu.be/bliJH6r7lDo (Part 1) and youtu.be/v8AdoHM6QJo (Par...
2023-02-241h 20
Runner's Round TableS2 EP22 Conversations with Coaches: Melissa Malani (@isamarathoner)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Melissa Malani about her person-centered approach to run coaching, her decade-long relationship with the marathon distance, and the power of female friendships. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube video, go here: https://youtu.be/JhSZJlR7kjU
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certi...
2023-02-201h 11
Runner's Round TableS2 EP21 Conversations with Coaches: Shelby Schmidt (@runningschmidt)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Shelby Schmidt about how running helps us connect to ourselves, the overlap between being a running friend and a run coach, and how we can elevate the sport to include all movement styles and body types. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube video, go here: https://youtu.be/5zff688H-QY
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with...
2023-02-171h 16
Runner's Round TableS2 EP20 Conversations with Coaches: Kim Silverstein (@coachKimLA)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Kim Silverstein about the importance of having fun with running, adjusting to a changing relationship with running as life changes, and some challenges coaches face when confronting diet culture. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube video, go here: https://youtu.be/fu54BeOEg7k
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Addi...
2023-02-131h 33
Runner's Round TableS2 EP19 Conversations with Coaches: Allison Gaillard (@runyourstory_podcast_training)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Allison Gaillard about the power of community and the beauty behind exploring each person’s run story. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube video, go here: https://youtu.be/0nj-cUO8kT0
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga F...
2023-02-101h 14
Runner's Round TableS2 EP18 Conversations with Coaches: Naomi Morita (@runakamai)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Naomi Morita about what running means to her, her focus on the HOW of running with her athletes, and her Bluetooth method of coaching. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube video, go here: https://youtu.be/6F2JotelGwY
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with...
2023-02-061h 26
Runner's Round TableS2 EP17 Conversations with Coaches: Danielle Hirt (@RunwithcoachD)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach coach Danielle Hirt about her coaching style of “coaching with you in mind,” how she developed her confidence as a coach, and the importance of removing yourself from your athlete’s training. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube Video, go here: https://youtu.be/KOXd77nM8Qg
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running...
2023-02-031h 08
Runner's Round TableS2 EP16 Conversations with Coaches: Annika Brubaker (@graceforeverymile)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Annika Burbaker about the importance of running fitting into your lifestyle, making more space for moms of young children who are runners at running and racing events, and her experience as a race director. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube video, go here: https://youtu.be/3nPrEXHwcvs
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of r...
2023-01-301h 26
Runner's Round TableS2 EP15 Conversations with Coaches: Cristina Caldwell (@fueledcoaching)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Cristina Caldwell about the differences between road running and trail running, two things that runners tend to do wrong when approaching their nutrition, and the importance of cultivating kindness in the running community. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube video, go here: https://youtu.be/1Zw6tK5V-uc
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 year...
2023-01-271h 16
Runner's Round TableS2 EP14 Conversations with Coaches: Allyson Pesta (@allyraemoves)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Ally Pesta about the importance of exploring the why behind your running and your goals, giving ourselves the grace to be in the “gray space,” and the power of reclamation across all areas of life. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube video of this discussion, go here: https://youtu.be/2IzYWPfgqUU
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach wi...
2023-01-231h 15
Runner's Round TableS2 EP13 Conversations with Coaches: Nicole Castillo (@theyogini_runner)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Nicole Castillo about her thoughts on how running and yoga complement one another, dealing with disappointing race experiences, and the importance of remember that running is something we get to do. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
*For the YouTube video, go here: https://youtu.be/fDbQZNh_Jv4
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running expe...
2023-01-201h 42
Runner's Round TableS2 EP12 - Conversations with Coaches: Jennifer Giles (@jenngileseat4sports)Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Jennifer Giles about how she marries sports nutrition with run coaching and the importance of education in the coach-athlete relationship. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Stephanie believes that to be a runner is to be...
2023-01-161h 23
Runner's Round TableS2 EP11 - Conversations with Coaches: Kari-Ann Wanat (@run.the.tangents)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Kari-Ann Wanat about her “finish and feel good” philosophy and how she’s bringing runners, run crews, cheer squads, running routes, and running stores together on her Run-N-Race NYC website.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Ste...
2023-01-131h 15
Runner's Round TableS2 EP10 - Conversations with Coaches: Meredith Minnick (@mererunsamarathon)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Meredith Minnick, a Philadelphia-based run coach, who not only believes the runner-coach relationships is a partnership, but also lives it by being her athlete’s biggest cheerleader, celebrating their wins, feeling their lows, and being there for all the in-between moments.
*YouTube video can be found here: https://youtu.be/MlM-2YI1OH0
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 1...
2023-01-091h 20
Runner's Round TableS2 EP9 - Conversations with Coaches: Becky Croft (@coach.croft)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Becky Croft, a unicorn of a coach who brings every bit of who she is to the coaching relationship. In this discussion, we talk about Chi running, how running is more than how you perform, and how she advocates for bringing awareness to epidemic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.
Content warning:
This podcast includes a discussion on gender-based violence that begins near the 72-minute mark.
Youtube video can be fo...
2023-01-061h 40
Runner's Round TableS2 EP8 - Conversations with Coaches: Kris R. Smith (@krisrs)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Kristyn R. Smith, a New York City based run coach who works with runners virtually, in person, and as part of one of the largest run clubs in NYC, the Dashing Whippets. In this conversation we talk about Kristyn’s later-in-life entry into the sport, the importance of her mentorship with Paul Carmona, her style of coaching that focuses on life beyond the run, and the power of community. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.
2023-01-021h 18
Runner's Round TableS2 EP7 - Conversations with Coaches: Kristin Stokes (@k_stokes829)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Kristin Stokes, run coach for True Potential Running. We talk about how Kristin went from hating running to it being a passion of hers that she shares with others through the coach-athlete relationship. Please note that there is a break in the conversation near the 65-minute mark of the conversation because of technology issues (going 3 for 3!)
YouTube videos can be found here: Part 1- https://youtu.be/RHWq5DJsKC8 /Part 2- https://youtu.be/8bA...
2022-12-301h 17
Runner's Round TableS2 EP6 -Conversations with Coaches: Victoria Buker (@victoriatbuker)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Victoria Buker of Integrative Health with Victoria. Victoria brings her health and wellness coaching experience into the run coaching relationship and works to meet athletes where they are so that the current season of running can be celebrated. Party Pack runners are going to love this discussion! (Please note that I, once again had internet issues, and the conversation gets choppy toward the end; you can hear me the whole time, but not Victoria).
*Yo...
2022-12-261h 16
Runner's Round TableS2 EP5 - Conversations with Coaches: Dr. Katherine Campbell (@Runwithkat_dpt)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach, physical therapist, and personal trainer Dr. Katherine Campbell. Katherine talks about the importance of strength training and the role strength training plays in her coaching philosophy. (Please note there were internet issues that might have led to some 10-second audio delays or issues throughout the episode.)
*YouTube video can be found here: https://youtu.be/qQr9DOk4vhA
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of Ameri...
2022-12-231h 07
Runner's Round TableS2 EP4 - Conversations with Coaches: Shana Miller (@stilettorunning)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Shana Miller of Stiletto Running. Shana talks about importance of the long game when it comes to running and reminds us that running and run coaches are for everyone.
*YouTube video can be found here: https://youtu.be/7Kizlg32MNg
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced cert...
2022-12-191h 08
Runner's Round TableS2 EP3 - Conversations with Coaches: Heather Carpenter (@joyfulpurposerunning)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Heather Carpenter. Through Joyful Purpose Running Heather helps her athletes find joy in the journey while connecting and reconnecting to their purpose throughout their running journey.
*YouTube video can be found here: https://youtu.be/z3REQZDg5RA
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga...
2022-12-161h 01
Runner's Round TableS2 EP2 - Conversations with Coaches: Jen Steele (@misadventuresofamarathoner)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with coach Jen Steele. Jen is the founder of the Misadventure Squad and focuses on working with women and helping them fall in love with process of running and achieving their goals.
*YouTube video can be found here: https://youtu.be/UUADkT3Sd10
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with adva...
2022-12-131h 16
Runner's Round TableS2 EP1 - Conversations with Coaches: Jessica Bigio (@justjesss77)Season two of the Runner’s Round Table will feature conversations with different female run coaches. In this episode, Stephanie talks with Miami-based run coach Jessica Bigio on her running and coaching history, the importance of in-person coaching, and how coaching is a tool that helps an athlete grow beyond the numbers.
*YouTube video can be found here: https://youtu.be/S-28iG6c3fc
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with...
2022-12-081h 15Runner's Round TableS1 EP7 - One of the Biggest Running Myths DebunkedIn this solo episode, Stephanie shares her thoughts on the myth that runners like and love to run. Do runners actually like to run or do they like how running makes them feel? Make sure to share your thoughts after listening to this short and sweet episode. Episode brought to you by speed work musings.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wis...
2022-11-1405 minRunner's Round TableS1 EP6 - Safety & Empowerment on the RunIn this episode Stephanie is joined by runners and run coaches Sabrina Ehmke and Katherine Wuestenfeld to talk about our reactions to Eliza Fletcher's abduction, how her murder has impacted us, and the ways in which we are working on empowering ourselves and others on and off the run. A trigger warning as we do talk about the culture of victim blaming.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in...
2022-09-301h 10Runner's Round TableS1 EP5 - The Process of RunningIn this episode, Stephanie shares her thoughts on the process of running, both trusting the process of running and a tip/trick for accepting the nonlinear process of running.
For related blog posts, read Stephanie blog "Trust the Process” and “Trust the Nonlinear Process."
https://thecookierunner.net/run-wild-flow-free/2022/8/6/trust-the-process
https://thecookierunner.net/run-wild-flow-free/trust-the-non-linear-process
https://www.instagram.com/thecookierunner/
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with a...
2022-08-1512 minRunner's Round TableS1 EP4 - Running and MotherhoodIn this episode, Stephanie is joined by her running coach Jessica Reyes aka Sugar Runs. We discuss running and motherhood and how the two intersect. In addition, we offer up suggestions for improving support for mother-runners and their partners and tips for mothers looking to be runners. For more on Team Sugar Runs, go here. For a related blog post, read Stephanie blog "Running and Motherhood.”
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with adva...
2022-08-031h 29
Runner's Round TableS1 EP3 - Race ReadinessIn this episode (06.18.22), Stephanie is joined by Jenniffer Johnson, the person who helped Stephanie become a runner. Jenniffer is a run coach, holistic occupational therapist, yoga teacher, and much more. In this discussion we explore race readiness and ways to tap into your intuition as a runner. Follow Jenniffer on Instagram and go here for more information on her current offerings. For a related blog post, read Stephanie blog "Are You Marathon Ready?"
To join future discussions live, follow me on Instagram @thecookierunner or check in with my website for registration details.
About Stephanie:
Stephanie...
2022-06-191h 30Runner's Round TableS1 EP2 - Running & Social MediaIn this episode (05.21.22), Stephanie is joined by educator and Skokie Swifter's run/walk club founder Sabrina Ehmke. We discuss the impact of social media on our understanding of ourselves as runners and how to engage with social media in ways that motivate us to be our best runner selves. Follow Sabrina on Instagram and, for more on Skokie Swifters, go here. For a related blog post on this topic, read Stephanie's blog "Running & Social Media."
To join future discussions live, follow me on Instagram @thecookierunner or check in with my website for registration details.
About...
2022-06-191h 28Runner's Round TableS1 EP1 - Who's a Runner?In this episode (04.16.22), Stephanie is joined by Team Sugar Runs coaches Jessica Reyes, Katherine Wuestenfeld, and Debra Cookson. We discuss what it means to be a runner, how we can start taking ownership of that “runner” identity, and the ways in which we, as part of a larger running community, can make being a runner feel more accessible. For more on Team Sugar Runs, go here. For a related blog post, read Stephanie blog "Who's a Runner?"
To join future discussions live, follow me on Instagram @thecookierunner or check in with my website for registration details.
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2022-06-181h 28
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2017-02-1651 min
Foxy and SquidFoxy and Squid #20: How to be Professional, Saki's Therapy Session, Grayson Allen vs. Ray RiceStephanie Diaz (Saki) needs to vent to Erik Watkins (Squiddy). The world is going to chaos and she needs to clear her mind and soul. She's also here with Squid to give a seminar on how to be professional in any field. Also on the list, is social justice. It's time we brought some politics into the show again, this time in regards to Grayson Allen. Is he worse than Ray Rice? And should Ray Rice get a second chance? Find out this and more on the Foxy and Squid Show.
2017-02-1651 min
Foxy and SquidFoxy and Squid Show #12: Thanksgiving Plans, Charlie Strong Fired, and RunbowOn this episode of the Foxy and Squid show, Stephanie Diaz and Erik Watkins discuss their Thanksgiving plans. Eating delicious Turkey. Spending time with wonderful family members, who we don't see for a year because reasons. Of course, a time of grace as well. In the mean while they discuss Charlie Strong Fired, while Saki struggles with a colorful new game that isn't all that it seems. That's right! She plays Runbow on PC. All this and more on the Foxy and Squid Show.
2016-12-031h 21
Foxy and SquidFoxy and Squid Show #12: Thanksgiving Plans, Charlie Strong Fired, and RunbowOn this episode of the Foxy and Squid show, Stephanie Diaz and Erik Watkins discuss their Thanksgiving plans. Eating delicious Turkey. Spending time with wonderful family members, who we don't see for a year because reasons. Of course, a time of grace as well. In the mean while they discuss Charlie Strong Fired, while Saki struggles with a colorful new game that isn't all that it seems. That's right! She plays Runbow on PC. All this and more on the Foxy and Squid Show.
2016-12-031h 21