

Choose Strong
Choose Strong with Sally and Eddie McRae
Hosted by Eddie and Sally McRae, Choose Strong is about choosing strength over fear in every situation in life. Strong Mind, Strong Body, Strong Love. Each episode is filled with candid insight, raw and relatable stories and interviews. As a pro athlete, wife, mother, and biz owner, Sally seeks to encourage others to live a strong and courageous life and uses her running as a metaphor for life. The show covers a variety of life focused topics including running, total wellness, mindset, parenting, life balance, the impact of social media, and staying motivated while working toward goals.
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Oct 1, 2025 • 1h 4min
#117 | Human Connection, Dealing With Information Overload, How to Clean Your Bladder & Starting the Day Strong
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!

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Sep 23, 2025 • 1h 53min
#116 | Andy Glaze | Success Through Failure
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.

Sep 16, 2025 • 1h 16min
#115 | The "What If" Mentality, Getting Race-Day Fitness Back, & Transformations
Join us in this episode as we bounce around and touch on many topics! Something for everyone in this episode. If you have ADD, you will love this episode :) Okay, even if you don't, you'll love it too. Thanks again for tuning in and listening. Enjoy!A Few Episode Highlights:Sally multitasking & doodling Bike & coffee at the gym Brain hacks to get up early and workout Bench pressing 225lbs Weighing yourself at the gymGetting your race day fitness back after time offWhat if I just tried? What happens if I just keep going? What if?Renovation memories and renovations to come The popularity of watching a good transformation Hoarding talkIt’s far better to use your time to manage your goals instead of managing your stuffFashion tips from Sally & EddieI signed up for a race, how can I find pacersSally speaking in MO & KYCapitol Steps Workout in Nashville 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:Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/SALLY to book a top-rated doctor todayJanji: Go to janji.com and use code CHOOSESTRONG for 10% offiRestore: Unlock your best skin with @iRestorelaser! Subscribe & Save for 25% off or more + free shipping on iRestore Skincare AND get HUGE savings on the iRestore Illumina Face Mask with code SALLY at https://www.irestore.com/SALLYFunction Health: Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/a/sally-mcrae

Sep 8, 2025 • 1h 18min
#114 | Choosing the Right Pack, UTMB Week Recap & Sally's Fantasy Ultramarathon/Football Picks
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

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Aug 25, 2025 • 54min
#113 | How IT Band Pain Nearly Took Running Away From Me
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.

Aug 18, 2025 • 1h 20min
#112 The Life-Changing Perspective While Injured | Rookie Forever
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

Aug 1, 2025 • 1h 11min
#111 | The Break-in & A Peaceful Mindset
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.

Jul 22, 2025 • 57min
#110 | Answering Your Questions on Balance in Life/Training, Food & Pre-Race Nerves
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!

Jul 12, 2025 • 2h 2min
#109 Dan Green | Cocodona 250 Champion
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.

Jul 5, 2025 • 1h 55min
#108 Western States 100 Week, How to Run Across Rocks & Why Movement is Key
Western States 100 week brings excitement and community to the forefront. The essence of human connection shines as runners share their experiences. TrailCon highlights innovation in trail running while inspiring stories emerge from the race's challenges. Tips on navigating rocky trails reveal the importance of agility. The impact of youth in ultra running showcases the sport's bright future. Reflections on resilience and camaraderie capture the spirit of endurance athletics, making this week a memorable celebration of running.