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Explore the unspoken rules of the trail with insights from Sally’s extensive experience. Discover practical passing strategies, the importance of communication, and how to navigate conflicts while racing. Learn about adapting your etiquette based on local trail culture and hazards, plus the pros and cons of using headphones while running. Sally shares fun stories and highlights the significance of community and kindness among trail users. Finish your season strong with tips on connection and self-care off the trails!

Explore the power of human connection and why real community matters as Sally shares her insights from a recent speaking tour. Discover stories of resilience and joy, like a man hiking with ice cream. Learn about the importance of prioritizing fitness for busy parents and the impact of constant screen time on youth. Sally also offers practical advice on cleaning hydration bladders and shares her morning routine tips for starting the day strong. It's a vibrant chat celebrating togetherness, gratitude, and health!

Andy Glaze, a veteran ultrarunner and battalion chief, returns to share his incredible journey of resilience and the emotional toll of writing his upcoming memoir. He reveals how he's maintained an astounding 288 consecutive weeks of 100-mile runs and the challenges he faced while editing his book. Andy discusses the vital role of failure in building mental toughness, recounts harrowing racing experiences, including a mudslide during a race, and emphasizes the importance of authentic storytelling on social media.

The hosts dive into the power of the 'What If' mentality, encouraging listeners to push through challenges. They share personal fitness journeys, detailing how to ease back into routine after time off. Engaging discussions on the impact of supportive partners in racing ignite inspiration, while insights on managing stuff versus goals highlight the essence of minimalism. The transformative power of surprising progress is celebrated, along with practical tips for finding race pacers. Fashion tips and home renovation stories add a fun twist!

Sally is back from France so we chat about her week over at UTMB. We also cover what to look for when/if you are looking at getting a running pack/vest. Where do you start? What are the important components you should look for when deciding which pack is best for you? And, for fun, we chat through Sally's vast knowledge of Fantasy Football :) and she picks a Fantasy Ultramarathon team. Enjoy! Other Episode Highlights:- Pumpkin Spice Latte's in September- UTMB week podcasts and food choices - Building the best Ultramarathon Fantasy Team - Listeners Choosing Strong!- Meet up in Nashville?- The right way to pronounce Missouri - Curbside Ministries in KY ⁠https://www.curbsideministries.com/⁠ Going to be a Javelina this year? Let us know what you will be doing out there! Send us an email at contact@sallymcrae.comAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Choose Strong Book ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sally McRae Strength App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Choose Strong Podcast YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sally McRae YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Choose Strong Merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bare Performance Nutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Code: SALLY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Choose Strong Strava Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to send us mail? Here is the address if you want to say hi!6771 Warner Ave. P.O. Box 2051Huntington Beach, CA 92647Episode Sponsors:Janji: Go to ⁠⁠⁠janji.com ⁠⁠⁠and use code CHOOSESTRONG for 10% offBoncharge: Go to boncharge.com and use coupon code SALLY to save 15%MUD/WTR: Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code STRONG at https://ambassadors.mudwtr.com/STRONG #MUDWTRPODFunction Health: Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/a/sally-mcrae

Sally dives into the impact of IT band pain on runners, offering insights on strength training and rehabilitation strategies. She also shares tips on running during pregnancy, emphasizing the importance of monitoring heart rate and listening to one's body. The conversation includes the vibrant atmosphere of UTMB, networking for creative careers, and heartfelt family updates as McKenzie heads to college. Sally highlights the importance of proper running technique to prevent injuries while maintaining a positive community vibe.

Injuries can be discouraging and frustrating. But with some perspective, they can be something you didn't know you needed. Join us this episode as Sally shares how injuries can be the secret to unlocking something much more for you. Other Episode Highlights:- Juice fasting- Choose Strong listener mail- Bears swimming in your pool- Snake advice - 50 mile training plan- 1/2 marathon on the horizon?- Choose Strong community highlights50 Mile Training Plan: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sally McRae Strength App⁠⁠⁠⁠All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.⁠⁠⁠Choose Strong Book ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sally McRae Strength App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Choose Strong Podcast YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sally McRae YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Choose Strong Merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bare Performance Nutrition⁠⁠⁠ Code: SALLY⁠⁠⁠Choose Strong Strava Group⁠⁠⁠Want to send us mail? Here is the address if you want to say hi!6771 Warner Ave. P.O. Box 2051Huntington Beach, CA 92647Episode Sponsors:BON CHARGE: Go to boncharge.com and use coupon code SALLY to save 15%Janji: Go to janji.com and use code CHOOSESTRONG for 10% offMud/WTR: Get up to 43% off your order at mudwtr.com and use code STRONGiRestore: Head over to irestore.com for discounted prices when you use SALLY

Listen in as we share about the recent situation we encountered at our house. Sally initially mentioned it in an IG post & quickly realized that it struck a chord with many of you who have experienced similar situations. How do respond when something like this happens? How did you deal with the unsettling feeling? Hopefully you will be seen and encouraged as you listen to this episode! All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.⁠⁠Choose Strong Book ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sally McRae Strength App⁠⁠⁠⁠Choose Strong Podcast YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠Sally McRae YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠Choose Strong Merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bare Performance Nutrition⁠⁠ Code: SALLY⁠⁠Choose Strong Strava Group⁠⁠Want to send us mail? Here is the address if you want to say hi!6771 Warner Ave. P.O. Box 2051Huntington Beach, CA 92647Episode Sponsors:Function Health:⁠ ⁠⁠functionhealth.com/sallymcrae⁠BONCHARGE: Visit boncharge.com and use code SALLY for 15% offPlan to Eat: Go to plantoeat.com/sally for a free trial. Choose Strong listeners can save 25% on an annual subscription.

Listeners get insights on finding balance in training and life. Sally shares tips for managing pre-race nerves and how to budget for healthy eating. The duo reflects on the inspiring legacy of a 114-year-old marathoner. They react to a hilarious AI robot soccer match clip and discuss the challenges of filming at the Badwater 135 race. Plus, Sally offers advice on coping with being a slow runner and highlights essential road trip snacks. It's a lively mix of inspiration and practical advice!

In this episode, Sally sits down with Dan Green, the recent Cocodona 250 champion, and chats growing up in Pennsylvania, how he got started running, Western States 100, his new signing with Solomon, what's next on his race list, and MUCH more! We hope you love this conversation with Dan as much as we did. Enjoy!Dan Green IG: @danisgreenDan Green Strava: Dan Green Theresa Green Strava: Theresa Green Bargain Boys Media YouTube Channel: @BargainBoysMediaAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Choose Strong Book Sally McRae Strength AppChoose Strong Podcast YouTubeSally McRae YouTubeChoose Strong Merch Bare Performance Nutrition Code: SALLYChoose Strong Strava GroupWant to send us mail? Here is the address if you want to say hi!6771 Warner Ave. P.O. Box 2051Huntington Beach, CA 92647Episode Sponsors:Function Health:⁠ Visit funtionhealth.com/sallymcrae⁠ for $100 off for new members.