003: Natalie Myers on Finding Balance Through Running To Endure Her Crazy Life

In this episode, we discuss Natalie's life and running journeys. Natalie is a mother of four, works full-time, and runs her own side business. She started running in high school and has been on and off with running throughout her life. Running serves as a mental and physical escape for Natalie, allowing her to work through challenges and find balance in her busy life. While she has no interest in ultra running or marathons at the moment, she hopes to run a full marathon in the future. The word 'tribe' to Natalie represents the community of people who support and uplift each other in their running journeys. In this conversation, Natalie discuss her experiences with running and the impact it has had on her lives. We talk about the importance of having a support system and accountability partner in their running journeys. Natalie shares her best advice for runners, which is to focus on their breathing while running. Overall, the conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcasting Experience 05:13 Natalie's Background and Side Business 07:21 Life Outside of Running 12:28 Starting the Run Group and 'Free the Knees' 15:32 Running the Clearwater Half Marathon 23:01 The Importance of Running for Mental Health 29:00 The Meaning of 'Tribe' 31:26 The Power of a Support System 33:22 The Importance of Breathing 36:15 Finding Balance Between Parenting and Running 39:17 The Impact of Screen Time 47:54 Natalie's Bow Business Natalie IG: https://www.instagram.com/natscrazycrew/ Rylee Dee Botique: https://www.instagram.com/ryleedeesboutique/ My IG: https://www.instagram.com/itslizmyers/ Pod IG: https://www.instagram.com/tribeofrunners/ My Blog: https://elizabethmyers.substack.com/ Email: thetribeofrunnerspodcast@gmail.com