In this episode, we discuss Natalie's life and running journeys. Natalie is a mother of four, works full-time, and runs her own side business. She started running in high school and has been on and off with running throughout her life. Running serves as a mental and physical escape for Natalie, allowing her to work through challenges and find balance in her busy life. While she has no interest in ultra running or marathons at the moment, she hopes to run a full marathon in the future. The word 'tribe' to Natalie represents the community of people who support and uplift each other in their running journeys. In this conversation, Natalie discuss her experiences with running and the impact it has had on her lives. We talk about the importance of having a support system and accountability partner in their running journeys. Natalie shares her best advice for runners, which is to focus on their breathing while running. Overall, the conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Podcasting Experience

05:13 Natalie's Background and Side Business

07:21 Life Outside of Running

12:28 Starting the Run Group and 'Free the Knees'

15:32 Running the Clearwater Half Marathon

23:01 The Importance of Running for Mental Health

29:00 The Meaning of 'Tribe'

31:26 The Power of a Support System

33:22 The Importance of Breathing

36:15 Finding Balance Between Parenting and Running

39:17 The Impact of Screen Time

47:54 Natalie's Bow Business

Natalie IG: https://www.instagram.com/natscrazycrew/

Rylee Dee Botique: https://www.instagram.com/ryleedeesboutique/

My IG: https://www.instagram.com/itslizmyers/

Pod IG: https://www.instagram.com/tribeofrunners/

My Blog: https://elizabethmyers.substack.com/

Email: [email protected]