
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

Mar 16, 2024 • 1h 38min
#51 The STRONG Mom | Living Your Story
In this episode Sally and Eddie sit down to answer your questions about being a Mom & balancing motherhood/parenthood while working and training. Listen in as Sally shares stories and experiences that will inspire and encourage you as you navigate this season of your life!
If you wish to send Sally mail, you can send it here:
6771 Warner Ave.
P.O. Box 2051
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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://2ab1e5.myshopify.com/
Sponsors:
InsideTracker: https://www.insidetracker.com/ CODE: Sally

Mar 13, 2024 • 1h 58min
#50 Creating, Running, & Filmmaking with Drew Darby
Join Sally as she interviews the talented Drew Darby, who you might already know because he’s filmed and produced her last 4 documentaries!
Follow Drew on IG: @drewdarby
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://2ab1e5.myshopify.com/
Sponsors:
InsideTracker: https://www.insidetracker.com/ CODE: Sally
Factor Meals: factormeals.com/sally50

Feb 28, 2024 • 1h 42min
#49 Everyday is a NEW Opportunity | Q & A
Join Eddie & Sally for a solid chat over coffee as they dive deep into what it takes to overcome limitations. They also answer community questions and banter about running, work, & life.
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://2ab1e5.myshopify.com/
Camelbak Apex Pro Run Vest: https://www.camelbak.com/shop/packs/running/apex-pro-run-vest/CB-2940.html?dwvar_CB-2940_color=Black
Sponsors:
InsideTracker: https://www.insidetracker.com/ CODE: Sally
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Feb 17, 2024 • 59min
#48 Love & Running | Amazing Stories from the CS Community & Answering YOUR Qs
“This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CHOOSESTRONG and get on your way to being your best self.” http://www.betterhelp.com/CHOOSESTRONG
Thank you for tuning in today! Eddie and Sally dive straight into this episode with some opening banter, laughter and incredible stories from the Choose Strong Community.
Be sure to check out the new merch shop and don't forget to enter the STRONG LOVE GIVEAWAY on the @choosestrongpodcast Instagram account!
We appreciate your ratings and reviews as they help spread the good around!
Fan Mail Address:
6771 Warner
PO BOX 2051
Huntington Beach CA 92647
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://2ab1e5.myshopify.com/
Sponsors:
InsideTracker: https://www.insidetracker.com/ CODE: Sally
BetterHelp: www.betterhelp.com/CHOOSESTRONG for 10% off your first month

Feb 10, 2024 • 1h 15min
#47 Fitness is Fitness | And How Eddie Smashed His 1/2 Marathon on Limited Training (THE STRONG LOVE GIVEAWAY!)
THE STRONG LOVE GIVEAWAY IS UNDERWAY FOR FEBRUARY!
+WIN 1 OF 10 HATS: SALLY'S YELLOW CHOOSE STRONG HAT
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+WIN 1 OF 2 MAMMOTH TRAIL FEST 50K ENTRIES: SEPTEMBER 2024
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We dive into Eddie's Half-Marathon at the Surf City Marathon in Huntington Beach where he surprised himself running 90 seconds faster per mile than he expected to...and "felt great!"
We talk about how fitness and the power of consistently training over time to make big gains.
Support the podcast here by purchasing the Choose Strong book, app, or merchandise!
Sponsors:
InsideTracker: https://www.insidetracker.com/ CODE: Sally

Feb 3, 2024 • 2h 10min
#46 All About Running- Training Through Discomfort & Answering YOUR Running Questions
Join Eddie and Sally as they share about training through discomfort; patient building when you don't feel good; and tracking success even when it feels slow.
We answer your questions about training for the mountains and hills when you live in a flat area; running alone on the trails; fueling and overall nutrition and more!
Links Discussed in the Podcast:
THE CHOOSE STRONG/DTW MERCH SHOP
BARE PERFORMANCE NUTRITION DISCOUNT CODE
SALLY'S APP AND BOOK
Special thanks to YOU for being a part of the community! We love and appreciate each of you!
Please consider living a rating and review in Spotify! Thank you!!
Sponsors:
InsideTracker: https://www.insidetracker.com/ CODE: Sally

Jan 29, 2024 • 1h 13min
#45 Running in Unideal Situations to Produce Ideal Outcomes
Join Eddie and Sally in this light-hearted episode as they answer YOUR questions; share stories; and discuss Eddie's most unideal long run in a storm.
Please consider supporting this podcast by visiting our sponsors, downloading Sally's App, book, or visiting our merchandise shop!
Get your DO THE WORK merch!
Download Sally's Strength App
NEW YOUTUBE EPISODE DROPS THIS WEEK ON SALLY'S CHANNEL
EVERY REVIEW AND RATING MATTERS! PLEASE CONSIDER LEAVING ONE!
Sponsors:
InsideTracker: https://www.insidetracker.com/ CODE: Sally
Factor Meals: factormeals.com/sally50

Jan 22, 2024 • 39min
#44 The 5 Ingredients for Consistency
“This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CHOOSESTRONG and get on your way to being your best self.” http://www.betterhelp.com/CHOOSESTRONG
SHOW NOTES:
-Losing mojo/motivation or steam while pursuing a goal
-5 ingredients to keep you consistent
-Get YOUR DTW gear here
As always thank you for being a part of the community! We appreciate you and we are always rooting for you!
#chooseStrong #doTheWork

Jan 15, 2024 • 1h 19min
#43 Update on Eddie's Training & Life & Sally's Hat Giveaway
Pre-order Sally's Yellow Hat from her online store here
Visit Sally McRae's New Website! and download her Strength App!
Thank you so much for being a part of the community! We are looking forward to another stellar year with you!
Show Notes:
*2024 Kickoff
*Community messages
*Update on Eddie's Training
*Picking a challenge/mindset for life instead of a season.
*Hat Giveaway (10 hats!)
InsideTracker: Save 20% on all InsideTracker tests with the code SALLY at checkout.
Hat Giveaway: contact@sallymcrae.com and/or tag @choosestrongpodcast

Dec 31, 2023 • 1h 23min
#42 Overcoming Fear & People Pleasing | End of Year Recap
Fear and People Pleasing are some of the top reasons people either don't start or stop pursuing a goal. Listen as Eddie and Sally break down the 2023 year and vulnerably share stories from this year of having to overcome fear and people pleasing. The information in this podcast is for everyone and can be applied to any goal you're working toward!
Thank you for supporting Sally and Eddie this year as they expanded the podcast, Sally's YouTube channel; released a book and released 3 race documentaries. We know we couldn't have done it without you.
As always, we appreciate every thoughtful review and 5-star rating; if you have a moment, please leave one for us!
To support Eddie and Sally's content, please download the SALLY MCRAE STRENGTH AND RUNNING App: https://sallymcrae.app/