Welcome to Episode 13, featuring 2022 Boston Marathon finisher Savannah Gigandet! As with all our guests, we dive into Savannah’s background in running and her journey thus far - from her time as a competitive gymnast to taking on the Boston Marathon, and now balancing her passions both for running and strength training. 

Savannah also speaks candidly about her experience with eating disorders related to athletics. She shares how these challenges have influenced her relationship with sports and what recovery has looked like over time. This powerful and vulnerable conversation sheds light on a struggle many athletes face and the impact it can have in the running community and beyond. 

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Please note: 

This episode includes discussion of eating disorders which may be sensitive for some listeners. While this is a sensitive topic, we believe this is an essential conversation to have in order to promote awareness in the athletic space and show support. 

If you or someone you love is struggling with an eating disorder, there are resources available to help:

• nationaleatingdisorders.org

• National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Eating Disorders

Helplines are also available:

• ANAD Helpline: 1 (888) 375-7767 (Monday-Friday, 9am-9pm CT)

• National Alliance for Eating Disorders Helpline: 1 (866) 662-1235 (Monday-Friday, 9am-7pm ET)

• Diabulimia Helpline: 1 (425) 985-3635

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Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven

Guest: Savannah Gigandet