The Fit Fifteen

It's the 250th episode of The Fit Fifteen Podcast Show! Head out for a walk with your podcast show host, Catherine Turley, as she counts down the top 5 most listened to episodes from the last 50 conversations shared on the show. Did you catch them all when they went live? Have another favorite? We'd love to know! Join the conversation on the show notes page (FitArmadillo.com/250th).

While the podcast will be on a break before episode 251 is released, you are invited to enjoy the break by working out with your host and some of the other certified personal trainers at Fit Armadillo. Learn more about the "pay what you can" small online group fitness classes Catherine will continue to host through the end of May when you catching up with her during this episode (Hint: These are NOT live-streamed to the masses via Instagram or Facebook live, but virtual sessions provided through the Fit Armadillo format). 

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Looking for help finding your fitness motivation while supporting a favorite nonprofit? Reason2Race Co-Founder Gabrielle Baumeyer shares more about her company and how it helps both individuals and corporations raise money and awareness for nonprofits.  She and her husband Bill launched Reason2Race in 2010 after several years of personally experiencing the power of fundraising for her own athletic events. Supporting others in achieving their goals is truly Gabrielle’s passion as evident in the results Reason2Race has achieved. Over 6,500 individuals have completed approximately 700 events and raised over $6 million dollars for local and international causes. During these challenging times, Reason2Race might be able to help your favorite nonprofit! Tune in for all the details and to get inspired. 

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In our last episode, mental health advocate, Dr. Julie Connor, Ed.D. shared her personal wellness journey. Today, we continue our conversation and she shares resources she's used on her own journey and to help others throughout the country.  Dr. Julie Connor's talks about tough topics like mental illness, recovery, and suicide empower others throughout the country with communication and conflict resolution skills to build strong relationships and strengthen teamwork. Her passion for this topic really shines through in our conversation.  If you missed the first half, be sure to check it out! Dr. Julie Connor's personal wellness journey proves very inspirational!

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As a TED speaker, educator, and mental health advocate, Dr. Julie Connor, Ed.D. helps youth and adults throughout the country talk about tough topics like mental illness, recovery, and suicide. She empowers others throughout the country with communication and conflict resolution skills to build strong relationships and strengthen teamwork. In this first half of our conversation, Dr. Connor shares mental health and wellness tips from her own journey. When we continue our conversation tomorrow, she'll share additional resources that she's found helpful for herself and others.

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Thinking about becoming a runner, but don't know where to start? Race director, Susan Rancourt, comes back to the show to talk about the Release the Runner movement. Centered on supporting those new to running, this initiative reminds would-be runners that we were all new to running once. Tune in for inspiration from both Susan and your podcast host, lifelong runners, who share insights to assure you that getting started is the hardest part. Luckily, once you do the Release the Runner community is there to support you virtually. Companies like Susan's Rhode Races & Events are offering additional ways to educate and inspire you from a safe social distance.  We hope this episode motivates you to #ReleasetheRunner! Tag us @FitArmadillo in your posts for a bonus cheer, and visit the show notes for all the links to connect with Rhode Races. 

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Rhode Races race director, Susan Rancourt, shares more about the series and how you can still participate in the 2020 Newport Race this year as a virtual runner. During the episode, Susan talks about how this virtual run idea came about and how you can participate as a 5K, half marathon, or full marathon racer. Passionate about supporting the running community, Susan has also brought together running coaches and physical therapists to offer continued support and advice to runners during this challenging time. Whether you're a lifelong runner or new to the sport, you're sure to benefit from the information and motivation Susan and the Rhode Races team plans to continue to share on their social media channels.  

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Last year, over 70,000 Americans died of drug overdoses. It is estimated that 22 million Americans over the age of 12 are addicted to drugs or alcohol, and nearly a million teens are as well. These numbers suggest that as many as 1 in 3 families is impacted by addiction. Therefore, chances are you know someone who is struggling with a substance use disorder. “So what does this have to do with running?” you may be thinking, or perhaps “How can I help?” That’s what today’s guest is here to talk about. As the founder of Strides in Recovery, today’s guest, Leslie Gold, has coached hundreds of people in early recovery across the finish line of races ranging from 5Ks all the way to full marathons. So many of the participants have said that the experience was life-changing, that training was absolutely critical to their long-term sobriety. Leslie’s going to talk to us today about how you can inspire someone who is struggling with addiction get started on a running program that can change their life. She’ll talk about what you

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This week's Female Founder Friday guest is Valentine Lister. She's passionate about spirituality and wants to help you enjoy all of its many benefits. Tune in to learn the real definition of spirituality and how you can have a spiritual practice even if you aren't part of an organized religion. While exercise is an example of a spiritual practice, you don't need to become a cardio queen or gym rat (when we're allowed back at the gym!) to enjoy its benefits. You also don't need to break a sweat to practice spirituality. During our conversation, Valentine shares one very similar exercise she uses with her clients that can be done from the comfort of a chair. This episode and Valentine's tips are a great way to help you feel more grounded during these uncertain times! 

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Take a walk break with your podcast host, Catherine Turley, as she reads an excerpt from new book: 1 Habit for Women Action Takers: Life Changing Habits from the Happiest Achieving Women on the Planet. She shares the habit she thinks will help you take more action as well as one bad habit she encourages you to avoid. Enjoy audio books or have a friend who does? Visit FitArmadillo.com/AudibleGift to purchase a gift audible membership and support the show by using our affiliate link. Mother's Day is coming and this gift can be delivered from a safe social distance!

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Before your 15 minute walk break today, enjoy this guided meditation with Best-selling author and speaker, Agapi Stassinopoulous. This meditation comes from Agapi's most recent book, Wake Up to the Joy of You: 52 Meditations and Practices for a Calmer, Happier Life, where she takes readers on a journey and inspires them to let go of what doesn’t work and create the lives they really want. As Agapi shared the last time we chatted, "...fitness and feeling good in your body is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself and is the foundation of everything else. If we want to have more joy in our lives, we must feel good in our bodies. There is no substitute." ​During these challenging times, we could all use more joy and Apagi's wisdom. Be sure to follow her on social media and sign up for email updates for more of both.

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