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Carrie interviews 4-time Olympian Shalane Flanagan! Shalane discusses the weather challenges at the 2018 Boston Marathon, her new cookbook, and coaching the Michelob ULTRA Team for the TCS New York City Marathon.

Show notes for this episode can be found at ctollerun.com.

Shalane Flanagan

Shalane is an Olympic medalist, four-time Olympian, American record holder, and world-class marathoner. She finished second at the 2010 NYC marathon and ran the fastest time ever by an American woman at the 2014 Boston Marathon, completing the race in 2:22.02. At the 2014 Berlin Marathon, Shalane ran a personal best of 2:21.14, the second-fastest time ever by an American woman. She won the NYC Marathon in 2017, in 2:26:53. Nike has sponsored Shalane since she graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2004. She has been running at an elite level for 16 years and typically runs 100-plus miles a week. She attributes her ability to sustain this level of training to her nutrient-dense diet. Focusing on fueling for health and performance is an integral part of her training regimen. Shalane has been featured on the cover of Runner’s World, Women's Running, Running Times, Competitor Magazine, and Track and Field News. She has appeared on 60 Minutes, ESPN Outside the Lines, and Oprah. Her inspiring story has also been heralded in Women's Health, Shape, USA Today, the Boston Globe, and the New York Times. Shalane speaks passionately about the importance of healthy eating at running events across the country. Shalane lives and trains in Portland, Oregon.

Carrie interviews 4-time Olympian Shalane Flanagan! Shalane discusses the weather challenges at the 2018 Boston Marathon, her new cookbook, and coaching the Michelob ULTRA Team for the TCS New York City Marathon.

Show notes for this episode can be found at ctollerun.com.

Shalane Flanagan

Shalane is an Olympic medalist, four-time Olympian, American record holder, and world-class marathoner. She finished second at the 2010 NYC marathon and ran the fastest time ever by an American woman at the 2014 Boston Marathon, completing the race in 2:22.02. At the 2014 Berlin Marathon, Shalane ran a personal best of 2:21.14, the second-fastest time ever by an American woman. She won the NYC Marathon in 2017, in 2:26:53. Nike has sponsored Shalane since she graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2004. She has been running at an elite level for 16 years and typically runs 100-plus miles a week. She attributes her ability to sustain this level of training to her nutrient-dense diet. Focusing on fueling for health and performance is an integral part of her training regimen. Shalane has been featured on the cover of Runner’s World, Women's Running, Running Times, Competitor Magazine, and Track and Field News. She has appeared on 60 Minutes, ESPN Outside the Lines, and Oprah. Her inspiring story has also been heralded in Women's Health, Shape, USA Today, the Boston Globe, and the New York Times. Shalane speaks passionately about the importance of healthy eating at running events across the country. Shalane lives and trains in Portland, Oregon.

Carrie interviews Mario Fraioil! Mario discusses how he got started writing, his passion for coaching, and the importance of fueling your body.

Show notes for this episode can be found at ctollerun.com.

Mario Fraioli

Mario is a Bay Area-based running coach, writer, and podcast host. As a coach, he has guided athletes to personal bests, Boston Marathon qualifying times, national championship titles, Olympic Trials appearances, international podiums, world championship teams, national records, and even the Olympic Games. He also publishes the morning shakeout—a weekly email newsletter that covers running and other worthwhile topics—and hosts the podcast of the same name. Mario was the senior editor at Competitor magazine from 2010-2016. His work has also appeared in Running Times, New England Runner, Triathlete, and other publications. In 2013, he authored his first book, The Official Rock ‘n’ Roll Guide To Marathon & Half- Marathon Training. As an athlete, Mario was an NCAA Division II cross-country All-American at Stonehill College in 2003 and has raced competitively from the 800 meters to ultramarathon distances. He has personal bests including 4:09 for the mile, 2:28 in the marathon, and 7:59 for 50 miles. A native of Massachusetts, Mario spent a few years in San Diego, and currently lives north of the Golden Gate Bridge with his wife Christine, their four bikes, and dozens of pairs of running shoes.

Carrie interviews Mario Fraioil! Mario discusses how he got started writing, his passion for coaching, and the importance of fueling your body.

Show notes for this episode can be found at ctollerun.com.

Mario Fraioli

Mario is a Bay Area-based running coach, writer, and podcast host. As a coach, he has guided athletes to personal bests, Boston Marathon qualifying times, national championship titles, Olympic Trials appearances, international podiums, world championship teams, national records, and even the Olympic Games. He also publishes the morning shakeout—a weekly email newsletter that covers running and other worthwhile topics—and hosts the podcast of the same name. Mario was the senior editor at Competitor magazine from 2010-2016. His work has also appeared in Running Times, New England Runner, Triathlete, and other publications. In 2013, he authored his first book, The Official Rock ‘n’ Roll Guide To Marathon & Half- Marathon Training. As an athlete, Mario was an NCAA Division II cross-country All-American at Stonehill College in 2003 and has raced competitively from the 800 meters to ultramarathon distances. He has personal bests including 4:09 for the mile, 2:28 in the marathon, and 7:59 for 50 miles. A native of Massachusetts, Mario spent a few years in San Diego, and currently lives north of the Golden Gate Bridge with his wife Christine, their four bikes, and dozens of pairs of running shoes.

Carrie goes for a walk with retired professional baseball player, Corey Koskie! Corey discusses how he got into baseball, life after the sport, money management, and his advocacy work for young athletes.

Show notes for this episode can be found at ctollerun.com.

Corey Koskie

Corey is a Canadian-born third baseman, who played professionally for the Minnesota Twins (1998-2004), Toronto Blue Jays (2005), and Milwaukee Brewers (2006). After retiring from baseball, he became a Planet Fitness franchisee (2010-2016). Corey was inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in 2015.  He is the founder of the website Linklete, which serves to connect people through their shared experiences in sports. Corey resides in Minnesota with his wife, Shannon, and their four sons.

Carrie goes for a walk with retired professional baseball player, Corey Koskie! Corey discusses how he got into baseball, life after the sport, money management, and his advocacy work for young athletes.

Show notes for this episode can be found at ctollerun.com.

Corey Koskie

Corey is a Canadian-born third baseman, who played professionally for the Minnesota Twins (1998-2004), Toronto Blue Jays (2005), and Milwaukee Brewers (2006). After retiring from baseball, he became a Planet Fitness franchisee (2010-2016). Corey was inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in 2015.  He is the founder of the website Linklete, which serves to connect people through their shared experiences in sports. Corey resides in Minnesota with his wife, Shannon, and their four sons.

Carrie goes for a run with Olympian Kara Goucher on the shores of Lake Superior in Duluth, Minnesota! Kara discusses staying injury-free, her new book, designing for Oiselle, and her family life.

Show notes for this episode can be found at ctollerun.com.

Kara Goucher

Kara was a 3-time NCAA champion at the University of Colorado, where she graduated in 2001. She won a silver medal in the 10,000m at the 2007 World Championships in Osaka. She competed in the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics 10,000m final where she placed 10th, and the 5000m where she placed 9th. Kara made her marathon debut at the ING New York City Marathon in 2008. She finished in third place, becoming the first American on the podium since 1994. In 2012, Kara won the USA Half Marathon Championships and competed in the London Olympics in the Marathon, placing 11th. Kara lives and trains in Boulder, Colorado with her husband (Adam) and son (Colt). She is sponsored by Oiselle and Skechers.

Carrie goes for a run with Olympian Kara Goucher on the shores of Lake Superior in Duluth, Minnesota! Kara discusses staying injury-free, her new book, designing for Oiselle, and her family life.

Show notes for this episode can be found at ctollerun.com.

Kara Goucher

Kara was a 3-time NCAA champion at the University of Colorado, where she graduated in 2001. She won a silver medal in the 10,000m at the 2007 World Championships in Osaka. She competed in the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics 10,000m final where she placed 10th, and the 5000m where she placed 9th. Kara made her marathon debut at the ING New York City Marathon in 2008. She finished in third place, becoming the first American on the podium since 1994. In 2012, Kara won the USA Half Marathon Championships and competed in the London Olympics in the Marathon, placing 11th. Kara lives and trains in Boulder, Colorado with her husband (Adam) and son (Colt). She is sponsored by Oiselle and Skechers.

Carrie goes for a walk with 6-time Olympic medalist Jackie Joyner Kersee! Jackie discusses her favorite Olympic memories, managing her asthma as an athlete, playing in the American Basketball League and her Winning at Life curriculum.

Show notes for this episode can be found at ctollerun.com.

Jackie Joyner-Kersee

Jackie grew up in East St. Louis, Illinois. The second of four children born to Al and Mary Joyner, Jackie’s athletic talent and determi­nation helped her to push through obstacles and go on to win six Olympic medals, including three gold, one silver, and two bronze in four total Olympic games. Jackie has become known as one of the greatest athletes of all time. Her list of achievements include:Jackie grew up in East St. Louis, Illinois. The second of four children born to Al and Mary Joyner, Jackie’s athletic talent and determi­nation helped her to push through obstacles and go on to win six Olympic medals, including three gold, one silver, and two bronze in four total Olympic games. Jackie has become known as one of the greatest athletes of all time. Her list of achievements include:

• First woman to win back-to-back gold medals in the heptath­lon, a 7-discipline event
• First woman to score 7,000 points in the heptathlon
• First American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in the long jump
• Current world-record holder in the heptathlon with 7291 points (1988, a record that has stood for 30 years now).

Jackie’s success as an athlete is only surpassed by her achievements in serving her community. She has open-heartedly leveraged her athletic ability to give back and has been honored for this work by The Jesse Owens Award, The Sullivan Award, Volunteers of America Humanitarian Award, The Trumpet Award, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Outstanding Achievement Award, International Olympic Committee Women in Sports Trophy, and 8 Honorary Doctorate degrees.

In her autobiography A Kind of Grace, Jackie explains that, in itself, giving back to the community is a kind of grace. She travels throughout the United States as a motivational speaker to raise awareness about issues such as: overcoming social injustices; winning with grace and humility; dealing with health problems; team building; track and field; youth health and fitness; and women in sports. Her speeches highlight how to combine and apply dedication, determination, and desire. Jackie ex­emplifies the theme she wrote about in her book A Woman’s Place is Everywhere by applying her famed athletic tenacity to develop great programs and discover committed sponsors in her Foundation’s initiatives worldwide.

Carrie goes for a walk with 6-time Olympic medalist Jackie Joyner Kersee! Jackie discusses her favorite Olympic memories, managing her asthma as an athlete, playing in the American Basketball League and her Winning at Life curriculum.

Show notes for this episode can be found at ctollerun.com.

Jackie Joyner-Kersee

Jackie grew up in East St. Louis, Illinois. The second of four children born to Al and Mary Joyner, Jackie’s athletic talent and determi­nation helped her to push through obstacles and go on to win six Olympic medals, including three gold, one silver, and two bronze in four total Olympic games. Jackie has become known as one of the greatest athletes of all time. Her list of achievements include:Jackie grew up in East St. Louis, Illinois. The second of four children born to Al and Mary Joyner, Jackie’s athletic talent and determi­nation helped her to push through obstacles and go on to win six Olympic medals, including three gold, one silver, and two bronze in four total Olympic games. Jackie has become known as one of the greatest athletes of all time. Her list of achievements include:

• First woman to win back-to-back gold medals in the heptath­lon, a 7-discipline event
• First woman to score 7,000 points in the heptathlon
• First American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in the long jump
• Current world-record holder in the heptathlon with 7291 points (1988, a record that has stood for 30 years now).

Jackie’s success as an athlete is only surpassed by her achievements in serving her community. She has open-heartedly leveraged her athletic ability to give back and has been honored for this work by The Jesse Owens Award, The Sullivan Award, Volunteers of America Humanitarian Award, The Trumpet Award, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Outstanding Achievement Award, International Olympic Committee Women in Sports Trophy, and 8 Honorary Doctorate degrees.

In her autobiography A Kind of Grace, Jackie explains that, in itself, giving back to the community is a kind of grace. She travels throughout the United States as a motivational speaker to raise awareness about issues such as: overcoming social injustices; winning with grace and humility; dealing with health problems; team building; track and field; youth health and fitness; and women in sports. Her speeches highlight how to combine and apply dedication, determination, and desire. Jackie ex­emplifies the theme she wrote about in her book A Woman’s Place is Everywhere by applying her famed athletic tenacity to develop great programs and discover committed sponsors in her Foundation’s initiatives worldwide.