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Today I’m joined by five incredible fellow female running coaches to pull back the curtain on what it really means to coach runners—not just the workouts, but the philosophy, the passion, and the little things that make a big difference.

Three of these amazing ladies—Lynsey, Sarah, and Janelle—have been on Inspired Soles before, while Andrea and Alison are making their first appearances today. Together, we’ll dive into how we got into coaching, the mentors who shaped us, and what separates a good coach from a great one. We’ll also explore who benefits most from coaching, our unique styles, and what it’s really like to work with us.

Of course, we won’t shy away from the fun stuff—running trends that make us cringe, things that personally trigger us, and the best running books and podcasts we swear by.

Whether you’re a coach yourself, considering hiring one, or just love geeking out about the sport, this conversation is packed with insight, honesty, and maybe even a few hot takes! 

Connect with Alison McPherson:

• Website: https://www.rhythmruncoaching.com/
• Instagram: @rhythmruncoaching

Connect with Andrea Rice:

• Website: https://www.startlinecoaching.ca/
• Instagram: @startline.coaching

Connect with Janelle Brade:

• Inspired Soles Interview: 
  • Ep 148: Level Up Your Mental Game
• Website: https://www.motivatedinmotion.com/
• Instagram: @motivated.in.motion

Connect with Lynsey Romano:

• Inspired Soles Interviews: 
  • Ep 31: Why Runners Can't Afford to NOT Strength Train 
  • Ep 206: The Science of Marathon Tapering
  • Ep 221: Navigating Changes in the Coach-Athlete Relationship
• Website: https://www.runcoach.org/ 
• Instagram: @lynseyeromano

Connect with Sarah Carroll:

• • Inspired Soles Interview: 
    • Ep 218: How to Get Started (or Re-Started) With Running
  • Website: https://www.underdogscoaching.com/
  • Instagram: @underdogs_coaching

Connect with Carolyn:

• Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffin

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