In this episode, we chat with Coach Ruth Atkinson—former choir teacher turned full-time run coach and new mama. Ruth opens up about her transition from the classroom to coaching, what it was like running a marathon at 26 weeks pregnant (!!), and her very real, very raw return to running postpartum. We talk about identity shifts, social media comparison traps, setting expectations, and why every mom's journey (and comeback pace) is valid.

In this episode, we cover:

• Ruth’s career pivot from choir director to running coach
• Her experience running a marathon while 26 weeks pregnant
• The emotional and physical shift from performance-focused to vibe-focused running
• What early postpartum return to running actually looks like (C-section, sleepless nights, and all)
• Advice for navigating motherhood and still staying connected to your sense of self

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