What if the key to unlocking your best running performance isn’t just more training—but better fueling? In this episode ofThe Fuel Run Recover Podcast, I sit down with Ali Green (find her on insta@thesmileymiler), a passionate runner and mental health advocate, to talk about her journey of learning how to fuel properly and how it’s transformed both her running and overall well-being.

Ali, a 22-year-old runner with a background in psychology, recently graduated from Emory University and is preparing to pursue her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Science at Boston University this fall. During her gap year, she’s balancing life as a preschool teacher while training hard, chasing race goals, and striving to be the best runner—and person—she can be.

We dive into:
✅ The biggest mistakes Ali made when she first started running and how she fixed them
✅ How better fueling helped her run stronger, recover faster, and feel her best
✅ The connection between nutrition, mental health, and athletic performance
✅ Her passion for helping athletes improve both physically and mentally

Ali’s story is a must-listen for any runner looking to feel more energized, perform better, and enjoy the sport to the fullest. Tune in and get inspired to fuel smart and run strong!

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