More Than Running with Dana Giordano

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.

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.

"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.

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!

In this episode of More Than Running, I FINALLY sat down with Lauren Fleshman to discuss her new book Good For a Girl. I believe this book should be mandatory reading for anyone who coaches female athletes, is an athlete, or cares about improving the sporting landscape for all. Lauren's experience as an athlete competing at the highest professional level is unique, but her overall experience as a female athlete facing issues of body image, anxiety, and self-doubt is not. I hope you enjoy this episode and can read Good for a Girl!

This episode is supported by COROS use code DANA for a free watch acessory at checkout. COROS is a performance sports technology company that helps athletes train to be their best.For COROS, it’s all about the outdoors, mountains, and a passionate, active lifestyle. When you use a COROS product, you know you are getting a tool that has been designed, tested, and perfected for the athlete by the athlete. COROS users have set World Records and been to the highest point on earth, pushing products to the extremes.

This episode is also supported by equip.health eating disorder treatment that works. Supported by many insurance providers in over 50 states.

More Than Running is a CITIUS Mag podcast and is edited and produced by Mike Zurzolo.

Welcome back to more than running with Dana. I’m your host Dana Giordano, and on this show, I talk to the women in and around the running community who inspire me daily. I started this podcast when I was running professionally and I felt like the deeper stories of women were not being amplified. Stay for real conversations about confidence, mental health, body image, motivation, and of course, running.

This episode of More Than Running is supported by New Balance. This is a mini-series featuring New Balance’s Stolen Starts ambassadors and Team New Balance athletes. This episode was recorded back in December but was postponed due to personal events for our guests.

I have often felt like the ends of our running community have felt so separate and what better way to celebrate women in running by round table conversations with the women making change within their communities and reaching new heights on the professional track circuit.

On the community end of the spectrum are the women of The Stolen Starts, a women’s running collective started in 2021. 10 ambassadors make up The Stolen Starts and include women from London, South Korea, Berlin, LA, Paris, and more. Each woman in the collective was selected because they are each powerful advocates for specific causes in their respective communities. In this episode, we meet Elodie Watrin a talented musician from Paris who uses her platform to promote sustainable practices.

On the other end of the running spectrum and the world, we met Emma Coburn, Olympic Bronze medalist and 10x USA National Champion in the Steeplechase. Emma Coburn is also highly passionate about sustainability and shares her outlook on how to be connected to her own environment. 

Over the next 45 minutes, you will hear an incredible conversation about sustainability, running, community, and more. It’s like going on a run with your favorite people. Elodie and Emma are both more than running, and I hope you enjoy this series!

MTR is a CITIUS Mag podcast and is edited by Mike Zurolo.

On this episode of More Than Running, I take a moment to chat about the WHY for the podcast and where it goes from here. When your relationship with running changes, it can be hard to see how it fits into your life, but you know you need it there. Stripped back this 15 minute mini-episode grounds the 2023 year and the upcoming conversations on the podcast. Cheers and let me know what you think! - Dana

Welcome back to more than running with Dana. I’m your host Dana Giordano, and on this show, I talk to the women in and around the running community who inspire me daily. I started this podcast while running professionally and felt like the deeper stories of women were not being amplified. Stay for real conversations about confidence, mental health, body image, motivation, and running.

This episode of More Than Running is supported by New Balance. This is a mini-series featuring New Balance’s Stolen Starts ambassadors and Team New Balance athletes.

I have often felt like the ends of our running community have felt so separate and what better way to celebrate women in running than round table conversations with the women making change within their communities and reaching new heights on the professional track circuit.

On the community end of the spectrum are the women of The Stolen Starts, a women’s running collective started in 2021. 10 ambassadors make up The Stolen Starts and include women from London, South Korea, Berlin, LA, Paris, and more. Each woman in the collective was selected because they are each powerful advocates for specific causes in their respective communities. In this episode, we meet Vanessa One a Los Angeles-based graphic designer and marathoner r championing fundraising for athletic-based youth organizations in LA.

On the other end of the running spectrum and the world, we met Gabby Thomas, USA 200m Olympian. Gabby graduated from Harvard and is now pursuing her Masters in Epidemiology at the University of Texas in Austin. Gabby is also a vocal advocate for athletes' mental health.  I can't wait to see what she does this season.  

Over the next 45 minutes, you will hear an incredible conversation about mental health, motivation, community, and more. It’s like going on a run with your favorite people. Heather and Harky are both more than running, and I hope you enjoy this series!

MTR is a CITIUS Mag podcast and is edited by Mike Zurzolo.

Welcome back to more than running with Dana. I’m your host Dana Giordano, and on this show, I talk to the women in and around the running community who inspire me daily. I started this podcast when I was running professionally and I felt like the deeper stories of women were not being amplified. Stay for real conversations about confidence, mental health, body image, motivation, and of course, running.

This episode of More Than Running is supported by New Balance. This is a mini-series featuring New Balance’s Stolen Starts ambassadors and Team New Balance athletes.

I have often felt like the ends of our running community have felt so separate and what better way to celebrate women in running by round table conversations with the women making change within their communities and reaching new heights on the professional track circuit.

On the community end of the spectrum are the women of The Stolen Starts, a women’s running collective started in 2021. 10 ambassadors make up The Stolen Starts and include women from London, South Korea, Berlin, LA, Paris, and more. Each woman in the collective was selected because they are each powerful advocates for specific causes in their respective communities. In this episode, we meet Harky Kalsi a London-based artist and multi-time marathoner championing conversations about mental health in running.

On the other end of the running spectrum and the world, we met Heather MacLean, USA 1500m Olympian and also my best friend! Heather had a challenging year with health and mental health struggles, and her honesty is essential to what the sport needs to grow and be more inclusive for all!

Over the next 45 minutes, you will hear an incredible conversation about mental health, motivation, community, and more. It’s like going on a run with your favorite people. Heather and Harky are both more than running, and I hope you enjoy this series!

MTR is a CITIUS Mag podcast and is edited by Mike Zurolo.