🎙️ Gone Running Podcast | Episode #119

In this powerful and personal episode, we’re joined by Annie Openshaw, who shares her transformative journey through gut health challenges, injury recovery, and her return to competitive squash!

Annie opens up about years of digestive issues, the impact it had on her identity and well-being, and how she rebuilt her health by reducing ultra-processed foods, embracing plant diversity, and committing to consistent, sustainable changes.

She also discusses the mental aspect of recovery, the connection between gut health and emotional well-being, and how she found her way back to the squash court — rediscovering joy and performance in a sport she loves.

🎙️ Episode highlights:

 🥦 The role of plant diversity in gut health
 ❌ Cutting down ultra-processed foods
 📉 Why quick fixes don’t last — and what really works
 🧠 How gut health links to mental resilience
 💪 Strength training for injury recovery
 🌀 Rebuilding identity after setbacks
 🏆 Annie’s return to competitive squash
🤝 Balancing social life with wellness goals

This episode is for anyone on a journey to better health — physically, mentally, or emotionally. Annie’s story reminds us that healing isn’t linear, but with patience and purpose, it’s possible.

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Annie Openshaw - https://www.instagram.com/annieopenshaw/?hl=en