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#047 - Staying fit while traveling doesn't mean hours in a gym or denying yourself delicious local cuisine. Mike and Maryssa, the Two Fit Travelers and hosts of The Fit Travel Show, share tips and simple things you can do to enjoy your travel while staying fit.

Topics Covered:

• Setting the right expectations about fitness and travel
• Things to consider when planning and preparing for a trip
• Healthy tips to maximize your time while on your trip
• Bonus: Some cool places that you should visit!

Today's Guest
Two Fit Travelers

Mike
Mike has worked in the fitness industry for 12 years either owning, managing or consulting companies until he earned his first Master’s degree in Exercise Science: Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation Science. He holds several fitness industry-recognized certifications from organizations like the National Academy of Sports Medicine, National Strength and Conditioning Association, and Precision Nutrition. Mike has trained 1000s of clients, including collegiate athletes, during his career. Now, he consults small businesses and elevates other entrepreneurs to practice business in the modern world.

Maryssa
Maryssa is a companion animal Veterinarian. She has a wealth of fitness experience, a former Division 1 scholarship competitive swimmer, 8-time triathlete (Sprint and Olympic distance), and former AFAA certified fitness instructor. She also participates in obstacle course racing with Spartan and Tough Mudder for fun.

Follow Two Fit Travelers:

• Website - Two Fit Travelers
• Instagram - @twofittravelers
• Facebook - @twofittravelers
• Pinterest - @twofittravelers
• YouTube - Two Fit Travelers

Additional Resources:

• The Fit Travel Show: Episode 2.9 - Pandemic Success Story: Richard Conner @InspireVirtualRuns 

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#046 - Pancreatic cancer is the 3rd leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States after lung and colon. Hear from Richard Pante and Kim Levesque about why they joined the fight against pancreatic cancer and how the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network supports patients and their loved ones.

Topics Covered:

• Learn how Pancan supports patients and their loved ones
• Hear about PurpleStride run/walk and PurpleLight memorial events
• Find out how you can give back and support this cause

Today's Guests

Richard Pante
Richard Pante is a Community Relationship Manager for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. His role is to support all those fighting back against pancreatic cancer in New England. Richard lives in Frederick, Maryland, with his wife, Autumn, and son, Donovan. He has also joined the world of running over the pandemic and is addicted!

Kim Levesque
Kim Levesque is the Connecticut Affiliate Chair for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Her role is to lead, support, and raise awareness for participants in Connecticut. Kim's husband and two kids actively join her fight to end pancreatic cancer and help others in their purple family community.


Help Fight Against Pancreatic Cancer:

• Support the Inspire Virtual Runs team for PurpleStride CT 2022
• Follow the CT Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Affiliate Facebook page
• Visit the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network website for more information

Join the Inspire Virtual Runs community:

• Website - Inspire Virtual Runs 
• Facebook - @Inspirevrs
• Instagram - @InspireVirtualRuns
• Strava - @IVRS

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#045 -  Inspire Virtual Runs host, Richard Conner, shares how running is not only great for your mind and body, but also a great way to support a good cause.

Topics Covered:

• How running can help support good causes
• Examples of non-profit organizations that host races
• My personal experience with pancreatic cancer in the family
• How Inspire Virtual Runs is supporting  the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network

About your Inspire Virtual Runs Host
Richard Conner
Richard is a strategic marketing professional with experience in B2B marketing. Richard is the founder of Inspire Virtual Runs and is passionate about helping others reach their goals. He is a Connecticut native and is a husband, dad, writer, Star Wars fan, and of course – runner! Richard recently discovered obstacle course racing and has fully embraced this new obsession.

Sign up to run Purplestride CT 2022 or donate (Team: Inspire Virtual Runs):

• http://support.pancan.org/goto/inspirevirtualruns

Join the Inspire Virtual Runs community:

• Website - Inspire Virtual Runs 
• Facebook - @Inspirevrs
• Instagram - @InspireVirtualRuns
• Strava - @IVRS

Additional Resources:

• #005 Simple Ways to Improve Your Runs with Yoga - Danielle Nardi
• #017 Run for Refugees 5K with Ann O'Brien
• #021 Believe in the Power of a Wish: Make-A-Wish® CT 5K Road Race Series
• #025 Pancreatic Cancer Action Network: PurpleStride 2021

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#044 - Mom, nurse, and runner, Crissy Coleman, talks about why she got back into running after having kids and the program she used that only took 30 minutes a day. Crissy also talks about the advantages of virtual running and her experiences between in-person and virtual.

Topics Covered:

• How a Couch to 5K program can help you get started
• What is virtual running and the benefits
• Different experiences between virtual and in-person
• What to do after completing a Couch to 5K program

Today's Guest
Crissy Coleman
Instagramer Crissy found her passion for running in early 2021 after completing the couch to 5k program. She shares her journey about how she remained motivated using Instagram in addition to virtual challenges, and how she continues to find a balance between a busy job in the NHS, young family, and running.

Follow Crissy:

• Instagram - @run_crissy_run

Additional Resources:

• Virtual Runner UK

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#043 - CEO and runner, Wendy Coop, talks about how there is no such thing as the perfect running weight. Wendy shares her running experience along with some inspiration and fun tips for others no matter your weight.

Topics Covered:

• Being judged as a runner based on body size
• Reasons to run other than losing weight
• How to run successfully in a larger body
• Simple ways to make running fun

Today's Guest
Wendy Coop
Wendy is the CEO of Coop Creative Consulting LLC. She is a former naval officer and computer teacher turned writer and speaker. She writes and speaks on the intersection of social media and ministry. In her free time, she runs 5ks and half marathons as well as hones her skills as a plant-based chef. Wendy is also a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and a proud military spouse.

Follow Wendy:

• Instagram- @mrswendycoop

Additional Resources:

• Runner's World

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#042 - Marathon runner and Marketer, Bob Cargill, shares his experiences from running over 400 races (including the Boston Marathon). Bob talks about the joy he has received from running and the qualities that carry over into other parts of a runner's life.

Topics Covered:

• How running positively impacts other areas of your life
• Not letting fear of getting injured stop you
• Interesting races runners should check out
• Building friendships through the running community

Today's Guest
Bob Cargill
Bob, who was the New England Direct Marketing Association’s Direct Marketer of the Year in 2009, is an adjunct professor, a copywriter, content creator, social media consultant, and public speaker who has worked for some 500 or so different clients over the years.

Follow Bob:

• Website - thebobcargill.com

Additional Resources:

• Bob's Running History

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#041- Spartan racer and PE teacher, Marquel Hatcher, lost his joy for fitness and running. Listen to his inspiring story about how he rekindled his love for fitness  and embraced a healthy lifestyle after a wake-up call and strives to be a role model for his students.

Topics Covered:

• Lower weight doesn't automatically mean you are healthy
• Having knowledge about fitness is not enough, you have to act
• The importance of being around like-minded people
• Finding something that you like so you will stick with it
  
  

Today's Guest
Marquel Hatcher
Marquel is a “Girl Dad” and a PE Teacher from Maryland. He has several years of experience as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor. He has always been an athlete; however, his fitness journey took a detour years ago because he lost his joy.  He returned to running & fitness after a wake-up call from his doctor. This has inspired him to lead a healthy lifestyle and to become a role model for his students. Marquel has a Bachelors in Exercise Science and Masters in Exercise Science and Physical Education.

Follow Marquel:

• Instagram - @em_h_fitness

Additional Resources:

• Spartan

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#040 -  Inspire Virtual Runs host, Richard Conner, shares a positive message, along with his running journey this year and building new habits in 2022. 

Topics Covered:

• Recap of my virtual and in-person races in 2021
• Reflecting and acknowledging your accomplishments
• Importance of being part of a running community
• 5 simple tips for building a new habit

About your Inspire Virtual Runs Host
Richard Conner
Richard is a strategic marketing professional with experience in B2B marketing. Richard is the founder of Inspire Virtual Runs and is passionate about helping others reach their goals. He is a Connecticut native and is a husband, dad, writer, Star Wars fan, and of course – runner! Richard recently discovered obstacle course racing and has fully embraced this new obsession.

Join the Inspire Virtual Runs community:

• Website - Inspire Virtual Runs 
• Facebook - @Inspirevrs
• Instagram - @InspireVirtualRuns
• Strava - @IVRS

Additional Resources:

• #017 Run for Refugees 5K with Ann O'Brien
• #021 Believe in the Power of a Wish: Make-A-Wish® CT 5K Road Race Series
• #025 Pancreatic Cancer Action Network: PurpleStride 2021
• #030 5 Simple Tips to Building a New Habit and Changing Your Life

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#039 - Breanna Maurer is a mom, personal trainer, and nutrition coach that struggled with her own fitness after her second pregnancy. Breanna shares what inspired her to regain control of her health and fitness and the simple ways she integrated it back into her life.

Topics Covered:

• Taking care of yourself as a mom
• Simple ways to ease back into being fit
• Doing what is enjoyable and works for you
• Integrating fitness into your family life

Today's Guest
Breanna Maurer
Breanna Maurer is a mom of two toddlers who currently resides with her husband, south of Cleveland, OH. After owning her own dance studio for many years, she recently stepped away from dance to pursue a full-time career as a Fitness trainer & Nutrition coach. She has 10 years of running experience where she began by competing in triathlons but ultimately ended up focusing on trail running. Breanna has stood on the podium a handful of times and hopes to continue to improve within the sport, especially with her favorite distance - ultramarathons!   After her second pregnancy, she really struggled and ended up becoming obese. She used running as a way to gain back her health and has set out to help motivate and encourage others to keep moving forward, one step at a time.

Follow Breanna:

• Instagram - @breannarunningmom

Additional Resources:

• How Running Changed Me - By Breanna Maurer (Runners World)
• "Time on your feet" - Inspire Virtual Runs Podcast - Episode 2: Kickstart Your Running with Kevin Gregory

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#038 - Sara McInerney Hauck, host of Facing Fear podcast, helps others face their fears while she has faced and overcomes her own. In this two-part episode, Sara shares her running journey and how she managed physical and health challenges to achieve her fitness goals.

Topics Covered:

• Fitness journey after an injury
• Differences between virtual and live races
• Experience running a virtual marathon
• Support needed to run longer distances

Today's Guest
Sara McInerney Hauck
Sara McInerney Hauck describes herself as an ever-evolving individual who wants to make the world a better place through storytelling. She is the host of the Facing Fear podcast, a show that encourages individuals to face fear in pursuit of their own unapologetically authentic life. The Facing Fear podcast has more than 15,000 listens and over 50 episodes. She’s a daughter to awesome parents, wife, sister, nonprofit manager, lover of things food, yoga, and adventure.

Follow Sara:

• Facingfearwithsara.com
• Instagram - @facingfearwithsara
• Facebook - @facingfearwithsara
• Facing Fear Podcast

Additional Resources:

• Taking on Fear in Phases (Lindsey Hein | Podcaster, Speaker, Runner, Coach)
• CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
• Spartan

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