In this episode, hosts Nick Klastava and Amanda welcome Stephanie Diaz, a runner and coach, to discuss the barriers in the running community. They explore Stephanie's journey into running, the importance of community, inclusivity, and the impact of social media on perceptions of running. The conversation also touches on financial accessibility in the sport, the significance of gear and representation, and how brands can better cater to diverse runners. The episode concludes with advice on making running more welcoming and a fun round of secret questions.

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(00:00) Welcome to our Guest Stephanie

(05:18) Mastercard Mini 10k and Chicago Marathon

(17:07) Stephanie's Running Journey

(19:40) Experiences with Inclusivity in Running

(30:11) The Impact of Social Media on Running

(38:22) Financial Accessibility in Running

(52:42) Advice for Making Running More Welcoming

(56:43) Secret Questions and Wrap-Up

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Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Stephanie believes that to be a runner is to believe in your possibility as a human through movement. Her favorite running distance is the half marathon (13.1 miles/21 kilometers).

IG - Stephanie Diaz

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