Jeff Jackson, AKA Coach JJ, lives in Austin, Texas. He’s 47 years old, is a husband, a father to four, an experienced entrepreneur, newly minted nonprofit founder and a recovering alcoholic, and prescription pill addict. We talk with JJ about:  Becoming a runner late in life after being overweight, a smoker and an alcoholic Using long distance running as therapy for depression and anxiety His nonprofit called depression2extinction that is working towards eliminating the stigma of depression using Movement, Mindfulness and Human Connection His motto of “relentless forward progress” Planning for his Ultra 50 Expedition in 2018, which will be 50 days consecutive running an ultra marathon in all 50 states Challenges of trying a new distance or something different, his Be Real Check-in    This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!   Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter depression2extinction Website, Instagram @depression2extinction, Facebook

Ep.114: Jeff Jackson - Relentless Forward Progress

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Amy Puzey lives in Alberta, Canada, is a wife, and a mother to six children. We talk with Amy about:  Originally becoming a runner to stay in shape for swimming Meeting her husband at a multi-day race and enjoying time running with her family Their kids being involved in running by volunteering, race directing, cheering, and racing themselves Involving children in their 5 Peaks Adventures trail races and The TranSelkirks Run Parenting lessons learned from running Her thoughts on the My Mommy Runs children’s book    My Mommy Runs Book Pre-Order: https://igg.me/at/mymommyruns www.mymommyrunsbook.com, My Mommy Runs Book Facebook Group   Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter 5 Peaks Trail Running, The TranSelkirks Run

Ep.121: Amy Puzey - Mama Bear Runner

Jessica Hurlbut lives in New York, is a wife, and a mother to five amazing kids. We talk with Jessica about:  Becoming a runner later in life The transition from shorter distances to ultramarathons Her 110 Mile National Adoption Day Run in 2018 Lessons learned from running for parenting Her thoughts about the My Mommy Runs children’s book Why runners should be involved in foster care and adoption  My Mommy Runs Book Pre-Order: https://igg.me/at/mymommyruns www.mymommyrunsbook.com, My Mommy Runs Book Facebook Group Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter  110 Mile National Adoption Day Run Facebook Page, www.adoptuskids.org,  Runner’s World Article

Ep.120: Jessica Hurlbut - Running for Adoption

Hayley Sorenson is a wife and working mother to two boys. We talk with Hayley about:  Transitioning from short to long distance running in college and beyond The Gilbert’s Gazelles running group in Austin, Texas and the importance of the running community Working with her husband to push themselves towards their goals Leveraging running to conquer self-doubt Running and working out with her children Her thoughts about the book, My Mommy Runs Making everyday choices that help you become the best version of yourself    My Mommy Runs Book Pre-Order: https://igg.me/at/mymommyruns www.mymommyrunsbook.com, My Mommy Runs Book Facebook Group  Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter

Ep.119: Hayley Sorenson - This Mommy Runs

Stephanie Bales Hurtado is a wife, mother and emergency room nurse living in the Toronto area: We talk with Stephanie about:  Her on and off relationship with running Qualifying for the Boston Marathon The 5 peaks trail series How her son took part in her running Trail running, ultra marathons and epic running adventures around the world Lessons learned from running for parenting such as perseverance, persistence, and independence Her Running Divine Podcast and guests such as Courtney Dauwalter and Camille Herron Doing something that scares you, asking for help, and caring for yourself    www.mymommyrunsbook.com, My Mommy Runs Book Facebook Group   Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Stephanie’s Instagram @ultrasteph81,  Running Divine Podcast, www.runningdivinepodcast.com

Ep.118: Stephanie Bales Hurtado - Running Divine

Debbie Butcher is from Illinois. She’s been running for over 40 years and has three children between the ages of 20 and 28. We talk with Debbie about:  Initially becoming a runner as a sprinter but growing to love long distance events Running and racing while pushing a stroller How her running impacted her three kids and how they have become runners Qualifying for the Boston Marathon and running it with her son Why the Chicago Marathon is special to their family Her thoughts on the My Mommy Runs children book Advice and encouragement for mother runners of all ages    www.mymommyrunsbook.com, My Mommy Runs Book Facebook Group Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter  Debbie’s Instagram @mastermomrunner, www.runmahomet.com

Ep.114: Jeff Jackson - Relentless Forward Progress

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