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EP 689: Finding Joy in the Process: Lessons from a 100-Mile Race
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In this episode, Nation friend and renowned ultra runner Krissy Moehl talks about her recent race at the High Lonesome 100. Krissy shares her experience running the challenging 100-mile race after a six-year hiatus from 100 milers and discusses her mindset as an aging athlete. She talks about the importance of accepting and embracing her body's changes and finding joy in the process. Krissy also reflects on the support and community surrounding ultra running and the lessons she learned from this race. In this conversation, She also talks about the importance of being aware of one's body and making intentional decisions to maintain long-term health and continue running. Krissy expresses her curiosity about the changes in her body as she goes through perimenopause and her desire to explore the topic further.
Takeaways
- Accept and embrace your body's changes as an aging athlete
- Find joy in the process of running and racing
- Seek support and surround yourself with a supportive community
- Don't be afraid to ask for help and accept assistance during races
- Appreciate the contributions and impact of others in helping you achieve your goals The Leadville Trail 100 Run has a well-organized race organization and takes pride in its initiatives, such as gender equality and non-binary inclusion.
- The whiskey tradition at the race is sponsored by Laws Whiskey House, and the whiskey bottles are given to finishers as a symbol of accomplishment.
- As an aging athlete, Krissy is curious about the changes in her body and how perimenopause affects her running and overall health.
- Making intentional decisions to prioritize long-term health and maintain muscle mass is important for aging athletes.
- Endurance events provide transformative experiences and allow individuals to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of the surroundings.
Shame on you if you don't already own a copy of Krissy's book, Running Your First Ultra. Shake of your embarassment and get a copy now!
Find out more about this episode's sponsor:
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Manage episode 433324336 series 109035
In this episode, Nation friend and renowned ultra runner Krissy Moehl talks about her recent race at the High Lonesome 100. Krissy shares her experience running the challenging 100-mile race after a six-year hiatus from 100 milers and discusses her mindset as an aging athlete. She talks about the importance of accepting and embracing her body's changes and finding joy in the process. Krissy also reflects on the support and community surrounding ultra running and the lessons she learned from this race. In this conversation, She also talks about the importance of being aware of one's body and making intentional decisions to maintain long-term health and continue running. Krissy expresses her curiosity about the changes in her body as she goes through perimenopause and her desire to explore the topic further.
Takeaways
- Accept and embrace your body's changes as an aging athlete
- Find joy in the process of running and racing
- Seek support and surround yourself with a supportive community
- Don't be afraid to ask for help and accept assistance during races
- Appreciate the contributions and impact of others in helping you achieve your goals The Leadville Trail 100 Run has a well-organized race organization and takes pride in its initiatives, such as gender equality and non-binary inclusion.
- The whiskey tradition at the race is sponsored by Laws Whiskey House, and the whiskey bottles are given to finishers as a symbol of accomplishment.
- As an aging athlete, Krissy is curious about the changes in her body and how perimenopause affects her running and overall health.
- Making intentional decisions to prioritize long-term health and maintain muscle mass is important for aging athletes.
- Endurance events provide transformative experiences and allow individuals to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of the surroundings.
Shame on you if you don't already own a copy of Krissy's book, Running Your First Ultra. Shake of your embarassment and get a copy now!
Find out more about this episode's sponsor:
AND!!!!! Check out t
700 episode
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