20 MAY 2021 · We have a some very special guests for you today and we’re going to talk about Racing Across America, overcoming obstacles, The Speed Project, Running For Charity, Cheetos… and a few other things along the way. So, as we like to say… Let’s get to it! Farrah Carbonell - Insta: @far.rah @24x7movement Laura Barnard - Insta: @muuvbikes www.storiesfromtherun.com

4 MAY 2021 · We welcome Tara Mardigan who shares some amazing stories of accidentally PR'ing a Half, slipping on a banana during the NYC Marathon, and running the Boston marathon as support for a Stage IV neck and cancer patient. Oh yeah, we talk about nutrition too. There's a lot going on here, kick back and enjoy! Follow Tara on IG: https://www.instagram.com/theplatecoach/ and her running club Bed-Stuy Flyers: https://www.bedstuyflyers.com/ Let's get to it!

18 MAY 2020 · Mariya started running after having back to back pregnancies and wanting to feel physically stronger. She's come a long way and continues to push herself to run faster, longer and to continue to set an example for her two daughters.

11 MAY 2020 · Todd Aydelotte is considered a ‘Historical Runner’ where he runs ultra-marathons that follow the paths of historical people. During the quarantine he took on the challenge of running over 1,000 laps in this apartment to help raise money for the Bowery Mission, who are helping people receive food and help, especially in this time of crisis. Please consider supporting the Bowery Mission through Todd’s fundraising page. https://my.bowery.org/BoweryMissionHallwayMarathon

13 APR 2020 · I hope everyone is staying healthy and sound. This episode was record at the beginning of February and our guest takes a Buddhist-based approach to cultivate mindfulness through the practice of running - which included falling asleep during an ultra-marathon. You might want to check out his site and his meditations especially during these times to help you focus on what’s important and feel more at ease. We're gonna call this one #luciddreaming #mindfulness.

6 APR 2020 · In today's episode we have Rita, a 49-year-old from Canada. After a lifetime of struggling with weight, she decided to make a change. This led to her first run, her first 5k and she's not done. Stories From the Start is a new segment on the SFTR Podcast featuring Brittany Lee, who runs the Stories from the Start blog. What you'll hear is Brittany narrating inspiring stories submitted by runners from their starting line.

25 MAR 2020 · Did you know a Half Marathon was 13.1 miles? Our next guest has a great story about signing up for one without knowing that. It’s kinda like one of those 5k marathons non-runners talk about. Also, due to having to deal with diabetes, he makes his own energy fuel, and shares why community is important. We gonna call this one #negativesplits #community.

17 MAR 2020 · We started a Slack Group for Runners so we can stay in touch and support each other during these challenging times. We’ll also have Happy Hour Zoom chats where you can join and chat w/each other and stay Socially Connected instead of Socially Distanced. Please spread the word to anyone you think would be interested in staying connected. Share with us what you’re up to, race updates and even post some funny running memes to keep everyone’s spirits up. Join the Group: http://bit.ly/sftrslack

17 MAR 2020 · What are you passionate about? Today, we have an immigrant, scientist, mother of 3, and an athlete that is doing so many admirable things to empower people to seek fitness and helping to find a voice to fight for a better world through running. Her story is very topical to what’s going on right now regarding healthcare access and the issues she’s had to deal with in her running career and how she inspires people to live life without regrets. We gonna call this one #runningforacause #listentoyour

11 MAR 2020 · In today's episode we have Matt. A 30-year-old from Maryland who in an attempt to find himself, also found running. Stories From the Start is a new segment featuring Brittany Lee, who runs the Stories from the Start blog. What you'll hear is Brittany narrating inspiring stories submitted by runners from their starting line. What were they feeling? Why did they choose now? How did they know it was time? What happened in their mind, their life and in their heart that brought them to that place?