"For as much as our pandemic has been focused on inaction and staying at home, I think with the changes that we're trying to make, we're actually trying to do things about them now that we're back out in the community and going."
This week's guest is Amy Horst. Amy is the head men’s and women’s cross country coach at Loyola and the head women’s track coach. We speak about Amy’s previous career as an engineer working on CT machines and what made her decide to switch to coaching. The real reason Amy and I connected originally was regarding her work as a member of the NCAA sport committee for track and cross country. Amy and her committee are the behind-the-scenes energy that makes NCAA championships work. 
Amy also has been working to grow female announcing voices at the NCAA level. I loved this episode since there as great takeaways about following your passion, acknowledging your work even when it feels like nothing has been accomplished (hello pandemic!) and how to keep pushing for equality in the spaces you work in.
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Episode 5 | Loyola Coach Amy Horst On Acknowledging Success And Pushing For Equality

Listen as Dana Giordano, a professional middle-distance runner, sits down and talks with some of the most inspirational and insightful women in running. Whether they're doing amazing things on the track or working tirelessly to promote the sport as industry leaders and entrepreneurs, hear how they've found success.

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Why hello, my friends. I missed you! As it turns out moving across the country takes a moment and I've been cooking up something special for this fall for the podcast. Stay tuned1
In the meantime here is a special episode of More Than Running with Courtney Wayment. Courtney recently placed 3rd at the USA National Championships to secure her spot on the Steeplechase team. Courtney is just the best source of energy and light and I know her stories will brighten up your day like they did mine! Courtney takes on an International Field at the London Diamond League on July 23rd. Let's go!
This episode is sponsored by COROS, the company that supports World Record Holders to anyone who lives an active lifestyle. I love my COROS Apex 2 running watch and use the sleep tracking and the numerous activities to track my life on the go. Use code DANA for a free accessory at check out. 

BONUS EPISODE: Courtney Wayment on recovery, gratitude, and steeplechase.



Angel Piccirillo graduated from Villanova University with a clear plan in mind: run fast, secure a contract, join a training group, represent national teams, and repeat the process. However, little did she expect that, despite being a 9-time All-American and graduating in 2017, she would find herself on her fourth training group in just six years, finally hitting her stride as a professional athlete in 2023 setting a personal best in the 1500 in 4:07 this past April.


In this episode of More Than Running, we delve into Angel's remarkable journey, beginning with her training in Philadelphia alongside Ajee Wilson and Raeyvn Rodgers. From there, she transitioned to the Oiselle Little Wing Group under the guidance of coach Lauren Fleshman, followed by a stint with the Oregon Track Club in Eugene, Oregon. Now, she finds herself in North Carolina, training with the Puma Elite Training group under the coaching of Alistair and Amy Cragg. This journey would have tested even the most resilient of athletes, requiring immense persistence and the challenge of maintaining a long-distance relationship with her husband, Australian Olympian Patrick Tiernan. Through it all, Angel's unwavering self-belief in her own potential has been a driving force.


More Than Running is supported by COROS! Use code DANA for a free accessory 
 The new COROS Update brings a redesigned app and significant upgrades to the entire COROS training solution with an all-new running fitness system, improved EvoLab, brand-new Explore page, location and map manager, and many more improvements. Whether you're training for a goal or exploring outdoors, the ultimate GPS watch just got even better. 


More Than Running is edited by Mike Zurzolo. 



Angel Piccirillo on resilience in the face of track training group changes

"It’s really amazing because I’m 27 years old. I’ve made an Olympic team. I’ve made an Olympic final. I’m an indoor national champion. I have all these accolades and I finally have a contract. It’s really cool because it’s just confirmation that I’m not an imposter. I deserve this kit. Now, I finally have it. I am so happy that it’s Nike."
Join us on this episode of More Than Running as we hear from Valerie Constien, a professional track athlete who made the 2021 Tokyo Olympics team in the steeplechase. Valerie discusses her experiences in the years since the Olympics and how she has continued to support her track career through a full-time job in tech and volunteering with the University of Colorado Boulder teams.
In this conversation, Valerie shares her tenaciousness, self-belief, and sincerity that have helped her succeed in her athletic pursuits. She talks about the challenges of being an unattached athlete and how she has overcome them with determination and a positive attitude.
But the biggest news of all is that Valerie has recently signed with Nike Running to continue her career! She will debut in the Doha Diamond League on May 8th, sporting her new green kit. Don't miss this exciting announcement from a true athlete who embodies the spirit of More Than Running.
More Than Running is hosted on the CITIUS MAG Podcast Network and is edited by Mike Zurzolo. 

Olympian Valerie Constien signs professional track contract with Nike two years post Tokyo Games

Congratulations to Emma Bates for placing 5th in the Boston Marathon TODAY in 2:22:10. Listen to her immediate post-race thoughts on More Than Running with Dana.

Emma Bates After Running 2:22:10 And Finishing Top American At The 2022 Boston Marathon

Have you ever wondered why it seems like specific runners online keep getting free gear, trips, and race entries? Why are these people sometimes elites and sometimes everyday athletes? In this episode of More Than Running - Erin Bailey, founder of Momentum Management a talented agency for active creators, and Cait Keen, an Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier and creator, and I have a round table discussion on the current state of the running economy. Stay tuned for our reasons why we create, running with a phone, our pet peeves and more!



Episode 5 | Loyola Coach Amy Horst On Acknowledging Success And Pushing For Equality

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