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

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/

Hellah Sidibe, global runner known for his incredible run streak, talks about his upbringing, soccer career, and first experience running Western States 100. They discuss the power of hope, starting today, and maintaining a running routine. They also highlight the importance of trust, support, and gratitude in racing.

Sally answers your questions with candid responses and encouraging insight. Support the podcast and download Sally's Strength and Running app here Get Sally's New Book: CHOOSE STRONG and be sure to leave a review! Thank you again for supporting our show! Every download means so much to us! Keep Choosing Strong in ALL you do!

We did it- Sally's first 200+ mile race is complete and we have a solid 3 hour episode to break it all down. You'll want to save this for your extra long run or to power you through the next few days as every segment is insightful and encouraging. As with all our episodes, we hope you find strength and encouragement for your own journey in what we have to share. You'll hear the background leading up to the race, the challenges Sally faced, why she chose to wear that green suit and sun hat with the mouth shield; and what it felt like to push through feet wounds for more than 80 hours. And....YES, you'll be entertained again by Eddie's presence and lighthearted insight on what it was like to crew his first 250 mile race! There's something for everyone in this episode and we thank you advance for the ratings and comments. To support our work, please download the SALLY MCRAE STRENGTH APP and be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel as the Cocodona 250 film will be released in two weeks on the @sallymcraestrength YT channel. To pre-order Sally's book: CHOOSE STRONG For Sally's sun hat- https://a.co/d/6CMxcYN Follow Drew Darby and Tyler McCain (photographer/filmakers) We appreciate you for listening and being a part of the community! Feel free to send us a message at contact@sallymcrae.com or leave us a review on Apple! Thank you!

Get ready for an hour of entertainment & a whole lot of inspiration as Eddie and Sally talk about the build up to the first of 4, 200 mile races this year…building a team, crewing, and of course choosing strong! We want to thank YOU for your support and being a part of the community! If you loved this episode and want to help us continue to put out great content, please consider downloading Sally's Running and Strength app: SALLY'S APP Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel and follow Sally's training journey to the COCODONA 250 in her latest series: Training for a 200+ Mile Race. Episodes are released every Friday! Want to WATCH the podcast? We have uploaded every episode onto the CHOOSE STRONG PODCAST YouTube channel. Check it out here!

Today I sit down with Mac Jackson - a new runner in the ultra world who recently crushed his first 100 mile race in under 20 hours. Mac talks about juggling life as a husband, father, and career man while fitting in the training. Be sure to give Mac a follow @Maction17 on IG! We want to thank you for listening, sharing and supporting our channel. Be sure to check us out at the following media outlets: CHOOSE STRONG PODCAST YOUTUBE CHANNEL SALLY MCRAE STRENGTH APP SALLY MCRAE YOUTUBE CHANNEL- LATEST SERIES: TRAINING FOR A 200 MILE RACE SALLYMCRAE.COM

Are you frustrated with your training or tired of people saying you are training wrong? In this special episode, Sally shares her personal story of overcoming self-doubt and a sea of critics to fulfill a childhood dream of becoming a professional athlete. We guarantee you will be encouraged and inspired by this episode no matter where you are in your dream journey- running or not. Episode Topics: 1. The foundation of customized training and letting go of the "perfect way to train." 2. Why blanket statements, even from so called "experts" should be taken lightly. 3. Sally's personal story from young mother of two, in debt, and carving her own path to be a pro athlete. 4. Using your powerful mind, research and discernment to carve your own path. 5. Only you can work on your dreams. 6. The words you need to hear today. 7. Choose Strong. If you loved this episode and want to help us continue to put out great content, please consider downloading Sally's Running and Strength app: SALLY'S APP Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel and follow Sally's training journey to the COCODONA 250 in her latest series: Training for a 200+ Mile Race. Episodes are released every Friday! Want to WATCH the podcast? We have uploaded every episode onto the CHOOSE STRONG PODCAST YouTube channel. Check it out here!

Tim Tollefson is one of the most well known and accomplished American ultra runners in the world. Since signing his first pro contract 9 years ago, Tim has powered his way up mountains and varied terrain to stand on podiums all over the world, including the most competitive of them UTMB, where he twice placed 3rd as well as 2nd in the CCC. In addition to a long list of 1st place finishes, Tim is well known and loved in the ultra community simply for who he is as a person. Last year, Tim shared a raw and personal story of struggle, which I highly recommend you check out (link below) and he created and launched the first ever MAMMOTH TRAIL FEST (which happens to be smack in the middle of my favorite mountain range, Eastern Sierra). Check out the details of the trail fest and sign up today! It's a once in a lifetime experience that you don't want to miss! (Eddie and I plan to be there this year!) In this episode, we discuss: -Tim's start in sports, growing up in both Minnesota and California -His transition from soccer to running and then to the trails -Tim's story on YouTube: WHAT GOES UNSAID  -MAMMOTH TRAIL FEST- SIGN UP TODAY!  -Follow Tim on Instagram: @timtollefson  Support the CHOOSE STRONG PODCAST by downloading our app: SALLY MCRAE STRENGTH

When Drew Darby and Tyler McCain were tasked with filming the CHOOSE STRONG PROJECT they had little knowledge of what they were getting into. In this episode you will learn how these two creators took big risks, overcame personal fears, and pushed beyond their limits to capture a story that has impacted thousands of people around the world.  Check out the CHOOSE STRONG FILM on YouTube Follow Drew Darby and Tyler McCain on Instagram Support our work and download the SALLY MCRAE STRENGTH APP !