Choose Strong
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.
Latest episodes
Jan 27, 2025 • 2h 1min
#87 Running Essentials to Keep You Motivated
In this episode we discuss 2 essentials you need to stay motivated as you train for a race or just run for exercise.
Other highlights of the episode include:
- Running news & research
- A "Sally Says" segment
- Reviews & community highlights
- Eddie's running outfit
- Community Poll
All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.
Choose Strong Book: https://a.co/d/hcwGfcY
Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/
Sally McRae YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength
Merch: https://sallymcraemerch.com/
Bare Performance Nutrition: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition Code: SALLY
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Jan 19, 2025 • 1h 30min
#86 Go For the Big Goals in 2025
In this episode we discuss the importance of courage in going after big goals and making big decisions, that effect your family and career. We use our experiences and a few bit of our story to encourage you to GO after your big goals, because life is short!
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All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.
Choose Strong Book: https://a.co/d/hcwGfcY
Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/
Sally McRae YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength
Merch: https://sallymcraemerch.com/
Bare Performance Nutrition: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition Code: SALLY
Episode Sponsors:
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Dec 29, 2024 • 1h 30min
#85 How To Keep Your Resolutions & Reach Your Goals
As 2024 comes to an end, it's time to look to 2025! Listen as we reflect a bit on this past year and give tips on how you can keep your new year's resolutions and reach your goals!
Giveaway entry: email choosestrongpodcast@sallymcrae.com or DM @choosestrongpodcast on IG
Episode Highlights:
- Spotify Wrapped recap
- K-cups vs pour over coffee
- Community Highlights
- The Mammoth Film
- 2025 January giveaway!!
- Movement vs Progress
- Overnight success is never overnight
- The importance of putting your head down and doing good work
All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.
Choose Strong Book: https://a.co/d/hcwGfcY
Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/
Sally McRae YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength
Merch: https://sallymcraemerch.com/
Bare Performance Nutrition: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition Code: SALLY
Episode Sponsors:
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Dec 20, 2024 • 1h 8min
#84 Choosing Joy & Mammoth Film Drop
In this episode we chat over coffee & candy about all sorts of stuff! From the Christmas season traditions and busyness to surprising 19 yr old Sally when she was working at Ruby's Diner. Enjoy & THANK YOU for spending time with us each episode 🙏🏼
Other episode highlights:
- The realities of the busy holiday season
- Choosing Joy
- The present of your presence
- No ants this year on candy canes
- Listeners choosing strong
- Eddie's goals
All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.
Choose Strong Book: https://a.co/d/hcwGfcY
Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/
Sally McRae YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength
Merch: https://sallymcraemerch.com/
Bare Performance Nutrition: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition Code: SALLY
Episode Sponsors:
Lumen: lumen.me/SALLY to get 15% off your Lumen
Dec 7, 2024 • 1h 4min
#83 Gratitude In Loss | Sharing A Hard Season
Listen in as we share about the current season we are in and how to find gratitude in the midst of loss. Sally also shares a powerful story from her teenage years that will encourage you to be grateful in the middle of a confusing and/or difficult time.
As always, thank you for listening!
Other episode highlights:
- It's all about the people!
- CS listener highlights
- Making a house a home
- The angel ornament left behind
- Reminding yourself of the Good Stories when the present gets tough
All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.
Choose Strong Book: https://a.co/d/hcwGfcY
Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/
Sally McRae YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength
Merch: https://sallymcraemerch.com/
Bare Performance Nutrition: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition Code: SALLY
Episode Sponsors:
BetterHelp: Visit https://BetterHelp.com/choosestrong to get 10% off your first month.
Manukora: Head to https://manukora.com/SALLY to get $25 off your Starter Kit!
Nov 8, 2024 • 1h 49min
#82 Your 1st Ultra | Getting Stronger
Are you thinking about running an Ultra? Or maybe you have run a half or full marathon and now your ready to bump up to the next level! If you are wondering what Ultra training would consist of or what gear you would need or even if you should wear a pack or not, this episode will answer those questions and more!
Other episode highlights:
- Sally lifting heavy weights
- Gyms with 30lb dumbells and 120lb dumbells
- The strong & enduring body
- Zero drop shoe conversation
- Sally doesn't like to hit people
- Eddie can do the splits in the air
- "Did I Get Better Today?"
- Choose Strong listeners running the NYC Marathon
All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.
Choose Strong Book: https://a.co/d/hcwGfcY
Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/
Sally McRae YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength
Merch: https://sallymcraemerch.com/
Bare Performance Nutrition: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition Code: SALLY
Episode Sponsors:
Manukora: Head to https://manukora.com/SALLY to get $25 off your Starter Kit!
Lumen: lumen.me/SALLY to get 15% off your Lumen
Oct 31, 2024 • 1h 34min
#81 Keep Working!
The hosts dive into the power of hard work and motivation, sharing personal stories that inspire perseverance. An incredible 83-year-old athlete showcases the benefits of staying active at any age. Nostalgic Halloween tales bring laughter, as they reminisce about childhood costumes and family traditions. They celebrate endurance sports milestones and the strong sense of community they create. Lastly, the importance of embracing setbacks as growth opportunities is emphasized, encouraging listeners to keep striving toward their dreams.
Oct 26, 2024 • 1h 13min
#80 Strength Training as a Foundation
Now that racing season is coming to end and the new year is around the corner, offseason is here. In this episode, Sally shares what she does in the offseason & gives ideas on what an offseason for you might look like and the importance of having an offseason. She also touches on how long an offseason should be and the importance of strength training no matter what the next goal or race is. Enjoy!
All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.
Choose Strong Book: https://a.co/d/hcwGfcY
Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/
Sally McRae YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength
Merch: https://sallymcraemerch.com/
Episode Sponsors:
Ketone-IQ: Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six-pack of Ketone-IQ with Ketone.com/SALLY
Oct 20, 2024 • 2h 6min
#79 Getting Your Mojo Back
What do you do when you have lost your MOJO? Sally answers this question and many others in this episode! You will also be entertained with stories about teaching English in China, 'Eddie's goals' segment, Moab 240 recap and community highlights! Thanks again for spending time with us! Enjoy.
Old Fort Strong Endurance Festival
https://www.campgrier.org/
LEKI Poles: LTK
All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.
Choose Strong Book: https://a.co/d/hcwGfcY
Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/
Sally McRae YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength
Merch: https://sallymcraemerch.com/
Episode Sponsors:
BetterHelp: Visit https://BetterHelp.com/choosestrong to get 10% off your first month.
Oct 14, 2024 • 1h 40min
#78 Running, Nighttime Coffee, & Forgiveness
This episode has a little bit of everything to keep you engaged and entertained as you run, lift, work, drive or even while you make candles! We chat about a recent trip to Canada, forgiveness, Strava connections, shout-outs, nighttime coffee, and giant pumpkins. Enjoy!
Old Fort Strong Endurance Festival
https://www.campgrier.org/
All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.
Choose Strong Book: https://a.co/d/hcwGfcY
Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/
Sally McRae YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength
Merch: https://sallymcraemerch.com/
Episode Sponsors:
Ketone-IQ: Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six-pack of Ketone-IQ with Ketone.com/SALLY
Lumen: lumen.me/SALLY to get 15% off your Lumen
