Follow the Cat

In our society, people are often told to eat less to be healthy. This has lead to a culture of villainizing certain foods and glorifying others (think 'carbs are bad and 'protein is king').

This should not be the case for people in general and especially not for folks who run.

As my runs are getting longer, I am realizing how important it is to be eating enough for my energy needs. There is a remarkable difference between how I feel when I eat properly before a run versus when I don't. The same goes for fueling while I'm running and when I'm trying to kick-start post-run recovery.

But it's also overwhelming! So, if you're like me and a bit confused about the basics of fueling as a runner, then this episode featuring registered nutritionist Poppy Hawe from NutriFit Coaching will help!

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NutriFit Coaching

Poppy Hawe's Instagram: @poppy.nfc

Poppy's Podcast: The Fueled Female

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Moms- we all have them- and if we are fortunate enough to have a good relationship with ours, that connection lasts a lifetime.

But mothers are so much more than the people who tuck you in at night and cook you good (hopefully) food. They have an identity and a life independent from motherhood.

As I've been running, I was curious about the intersection between running and the moms who do... because there are A LOT of them.

Ashley Hamer-Pritchard is a podcaster, serial runner, and mother of two. She shares the highs and lows of running and motherhood, how she overcame the physical and mental challenges associated with both, and why she keeps coming back.

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Ashley's Instagram: @smashleyhamer

Taboo Science

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Starting something new is always intimidating and running is no different.

Fortunately, Cadence Dubus and Rachel Spurrier are joining the how to help!

We talk about how their coaching programs are built with brand-new runners in mind, why the sport can feel inaccessible, and how to build a running practice that fits YOU.

You can learn more about the programs Brooklyn Strength, Cadence, and Rachel provide here:

https://brooklynstrength.com/ | @brooklynstrength

https://www.goandglowrun.com/ | @goandglowrun

Cadence's podcast Busy Body

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Running can seem like the easiest way to get out and exercise, but for some, it's not so simple.

Fortunately groups like Achilles International works to break barriers to races and encourage movement in folks with disabiliities. With over 60 chapters across the United States and the globe, this non-profit truly puts their advocacy in action.

Francesco Magisano is the NYC chapter's regional director and joins the podcast to share his story as a blind athlete, the legacy of Achilles International and why the organization is so important for disabled and able-bodied communities around the world.

Learn more about Achilles International and find your local chapter: https://www.achillesinternational.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/achilles_international/

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After sharing my personal history with running, my curiosity led me to wonder what the ACTUAL history of running is.

Where did it all start, how has time repeated itself, and where are we going (or running to) in the future?

Our very first guest on the podcast is Dr. Sam Edwards from Loughborough University in the U.K. He is going to lead us through a crash course in the history of running. It's actually a lot more interesting than you might think!

Thank you Dr. Edwards for joining me!

You can find more about Dr. Edwards below:

Website: https://www.runninghistorian.com/

Substack: The Running Historian

Runner's World Podcast: Running's Biggest Cheats

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You either hate running or you love it.

But if you hate running (like I did for most of my life), how do you come to love it? What is the special sauce that takes a person from dreading a morning run to signing up for weekly 5ks?

Allow me to shed some light on the subject...

Of course, do what is best for you! You don't even have to run after listening to this. But, if you're running curious, this is what helped me :)

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Like many before me and many more after, my relationship with running was born out of hate.

You couldn't PAY me to run.

But here I am PAYING to run my first marathon...

This is the enemies to lovers origin story between me and running.

CONTENT WARNING: There is mention of mental illness and disordered eating. Please be mindful when listening and take care of yourself!

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A thesis, if you will, for Follow the Cat's premiere series featuring running.For the next several weeks we'll dive deep into the history, culture, and process of running. There will be conversations with professionals, coaches, and everyday runners. All of this will culminate in the running of my first marathon!

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Just one girl today and you know what that means, a solo Sophie episode diving into another not-so-covered below the fold story from the world.

This time, Sophie is giving you a crash course into the delusional and down-right awful world that is looksmaxxing- a manosphere subculture that is on the rise.

Maybe you've seen some of these Chads on social media or you just watched Louise Theroux's latest Netflix documentary. Maybe you've never even head of things like mogging, mewing, and the manosphere. Well, either protect your peace or jump into the deep end with Sophie because this is a doozy. And this episode only scratches the surface!

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Sophie is going solo again this week and that means another episode of Below the Fold.

If you have any connection to the world of entertainment, then you've probably heard about what is happening with Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and ex (?) bachelorette Taylor Frankie Paul.

This episode is your sparks notes guide to what is happening sprinkled with a little opinion and a healthy dose of speculation.

TRIGGER WARNING: there is mention on domestic violence. If you or someone you know is struggling with an abusive relationship there are resources available for help:

Domestic Violence 24/7 Hotline: 800-799-7233

National Resource Center on Domestic Violence: https://nrcdv.org/

SPOILER ALERT: for Secret Lives of Mormon Wives

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