Hey Conscious Runners! I’ve got an amazing episode for you! I know I say that about every episode, and it’s true. But honestly, this one is takes it to a another level! Today, I’ve got first time marathoner Brian Madden on the line with me. I met Brian a couple of years ago. He reached out to me about being interested in running a marathon. I didn’t hear from him for two years.

About two months ago, I got a message from him saying that he was going to run a marathon and that he wanted my help. I immediately said yes! To say coaching Brian was an adventure is an understatement! First of all, he came to me never having run over a 5k and in 7 weeks, he wanted to complete his first marathon in 6 hours. But for Brian it was about much more than this. It was about crossing the finish line before he turned 40 years old, it was about challenging himself in a way never had, it was about becoming one of the few who could say they ran 26.2 miles.

Brian knew little to nothing about running. We worked closely together as I coached him towards his goal. There were long solo runs, runs in the bitter cold and runs that began at 2:30 am and lots of doubts to overcome.  Through Skype calls, phone calls, emails, pep talks and even a quick call to easy his nerves the night before his race, Brian was able to accomplish his goal and learn so much about himself and running along the way.

[Tweet “”I enjoy what running has done for me ~Brian Madden”]

Until next time, run strong, run long and be happy.

Hey Conscious Runners! I’m so excited to bring you this episode. Today, I’ve got runner, editor at Trail Runner Magazine and creator of the Mindful Running Training system and running and wellness retreats.

Using a mindful approach to training and recovery, Elinor helps runners break free from cycles of chronic injury, burnout and the constant struggle to reach fitness and racing goals.

Elinor’s Mindful Running Training System will help you find your training “sweet spot,” where you are doing just the right amount necessary to reach your goals while maintaining optimal health. This approach emphasizes the importance of building a foundation of good health upon which to build fitness.

As a result, you will be able to reach new levels of fitness and running success while become injury resistant, cultivating more energy, more time for rest, sleep and self care.

I completely enjoyed my chat with Elinor and know you will too.

[Tweet “”Tapping into deeper levels of yourself and finding that will to finish when you think you have nothing left” – Elinor Fish”]

Until next time, run strong, run long and be happy.