Another Mother Runner

Many Happy Miles: Taking The Long Road With Jenny Hoffman

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Looking for inspiration to push past your own boundaries—whether in running or life? In this episode, Dimity and Sarah WF sit down with Jenny Hoffman, a mother of three, Harvard physics professor, and three-time national ultrarunning champion. Jenny shares about her recent accomplishments, including the story behind setting a Guinness World Record for running across the U.S.

In this episode, the trio discusses:

  • How Jenny got her start in running;
  • Her childhood dream of crossing the country on foot and how she made it a reality;
  • The challenges she faced during her record-breaking journey;
  • The mental and physical strategies she used on the road;
  • Balancing motherhood, career, running...and more! 

    • You won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation!

    Get ready to kick off the new year with Joy to the Run! This 2024 virtual training program is your chance to embrace the joy of movement, set new goals, and celebrate every step of your journey. Sign up today and make 2024 your most joyful year yet!


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