Listen as Eddie and Sally answer one of the most common life questions, "How do I keep going when it hurts?" Raw, relatable, and deeply insightful, everyone will benefit from this episode and we strongly encourage you to share it with your family and loved ones. +Intro- light and fun per usual, Eddie and Sally banter a bit before diving in +Sally's most asked question "How do you keep going?" +Pain in Life vs. Pain in a Race +Sally's stories: personal setbacks in races, lessons learned +Coaching Hat: Sally guides athletes through discomfort and mental roadblocks and gives real-life coaching and crewing examples that have brought athletes success +Powerful words, mantras and encouragement for the listener We ask you support Eddie and Sally's work by downloading Sally's Strength App! The goal is to put out encouraging, helpful, and REAL content into the world and by downloading the app you help big time, so thank you in advance if you are already in the app! Follow the CHOOSE STRONG PODCAST on Instagram and YouTube ! Follow Sally McRae on Instagram and YouTube! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sallymcraepodcast/support

Sally McRae just crossed the finish line as the Moab 240 champion which also crowned her as the Triple Crown of 200s Champion and the Grand Slam of 200s Champion. For the last 5 months Sally has been on a quest to complete Cocodona 250, Tahoe 220, Bigfoot 200 and Moab 240 and she had her heart set on winning the final race. Listen in as Eddie and Sally break down the race; her strategy to win; and Sally's overall message about the pain we experience in a race compared to real life. Whether you're a runner or not, there's something for everyone in this episode that you can apply to your every day life. If you love Eddie and Sally's work, we ask you to consider downloading Sally's Strength App where you'll find workouts, racing plans, and mental strength sessions to help you in your every day life and in racing. We appreciate your support of Eddie and Sally's app as it helps them put out content weekly! SALLY MCRAE STRENGTH APP --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sallymcraepodcast/support

Curious about what it takes to train and race for a trail/ultra race? Join Sally & Eddie on this discussion about her first years as a rookie runner; and the journey she took to understanding how to train, eat, pick gear, and prepare for a race. Please consider supporting Eddie and Sally's work by downloading ⁠SALLY'S RUNNING AND STRENGTH APP⁠. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sallymcraepodcast/support

Join Eddie and Sally in this casual, real conversation as they tackle listener's questions about alcohol, sleep, nutrition and other most commonly asked questions. Sally begins the conversation with a personal story about her recent travels and then deep dives into her personal views and lessons she's learned about every day topics. We guarantee you'll glean something from this discussion; and as always, Eddie will keep you laughing. THE TAHOE 200 FILM WILL BE RELEASED TONIGHT ON SALLY'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL; PLEASE SUBSCRIBE AND WATCH HERE. *Note- They discuss an alternative topic for this podcast at the beginning which they have decided to save for another episode. Please consider supporting Eddie and Sally's work by downloading SALLY'S RUNNING AND STRENGTH APP. To watch this episode on YOUTUBE, please subscribe and watch here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sallymcraepodcast/support

Don't miss this powerful episode with world-renown Billy Yang; one of the most talented filmmakers in the endurance world. Please consider supporting Billy as he races New York City Marathon to raise money with Justin Grunewald for the BRAVE LIKE GABE FOUNDATION. Follow Billy Yang on all major social media platforms @billyyang and be sure to check out his inspiring films on his YOUTUBE channel. Consider supporting Eddie and Sally's work by downloading Sally's Strength and Running app or by purchasing her CHOOSE STRONG book. Thank you in advance for all your support! Brave Like Gabe Foundation: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/brave-like-gabe-foundation/2023-nyc-marathon/justin-grunewald-2 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BillyYang Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/ Choose Strong Book: https://a.co/d/ajtQM28 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sallymcraepodcast/support

The hosts discuss their college years and teaching careers, favorite races, embracing pain and discomfort, and the challenges of balancing running and real life responsibilities. They also explore the mental aftermath of completing a race and offer advice on recovery.

In part 2 of the Mental Game, Sally discusses three critical factors that destroy our mindset both in everyday life and racing. Grab a pen & paper for this one- you’ll want to take notes! Please consider supporting our show by downloading the Sally McRae Strength App! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sallymcraepodcast/support

When challenges begin to compound, do you second guess your mission or personal abilities? When is it time to throw in the towel and when should we keep pushing forward? In this candid episode, Sally and Eddie break down the Bigfoot 200 race- an event that took place just 17 days after Sally crossed the finish line of Tahoe 220. Sally takes the listener into the mindset that's helped her overcome again and again while reminding us that's it's okay to feel weak. Sometimes the greatest lessons are learned when we relinquish our expectations and we do the best with what we have to give in the moment. Please consider supporting Eddie and Sally's work by downloading the SALLY MCRAE STRENGTH APP Get Sally's latest book: CHOOSE STRONG and be sure to leave a review! Subscribe to Sally's YouTube channel and be the first to know when the TAHOE 200 film premiers! Follow Sally on Instagram @yellowrunner Follow the CHOOSE STRONG PODCAST on Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sallymcraepodcast/support

Have you tapped into your powerful mind in difficult situations? Do you believe a strong mind is only for "some" people? Listen as Eddie and Sally break down Sally's grueling journey to finish Tahoe 200, the second race in the GRAND SLAM OF 200s SERIES. From illness to blacking out while alone on the trails, Sally encourages her listeners to believe in the strength we all possess despite the dark and painful challenges in racing, but most importantly, in life. THE YELLOW NIKE TRAIL CHOOSE STRONG HAT will be gifted to 8 people who leave a podcast review! Listen to hear the details and we thank you in advance for your kind and encouraging reviews! Please consider supporting our work by downloading the SALLY MCRAE STRENGTH app! Every download allows us to continue creating content, films, podcasts, etc and we thank you so much for the support! Podcast Photo by: Tyler McCain --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sallymcraepodcast/support

Mental toughness, fortitude, and overcoming. What & How you think has the power to crush you or strengthen you no matter the season/situation in life. Listen to the start of this multi-series episode and leave encouraged & inspired to work on your mental game. Choose Strong Book: https://www.amazon.com/CHOOSE-STRONG-Choice-Changes-Everything/dp/B0C3FMPSJW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3CDKJYBHKJBJM&keywords=choose+strong+book&qid=1689393335&sprefix=choose+srong+book%2Caps%2C147&sr=8-1 Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sallymcraepodcast/support