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A few seasons ago, the Mossback's Northwest video series profiled Catherine Montgomery, an early 20th-century wilderness advocate who has been dubbed “the Mother of the Pacific Crest Trail.”   But after the video aired, a viewer reached out with some more information: Catherine Montgomery, a “progressive” of her time, expressed extremely racist views.   This, unfortunately, isn't a new story. Many American heroes, including in the context of wilderness access and preservation, perpetuated racism and exclusion. Cascade PBS's resident historian Knute Berger invited Alison Mariella Désir, host of the Cascade PBS video series Out & Back, to join him in an episode of Mossback's Northwest to discuss these uncomfortable and lesser-known truths.  In this episode of Mossback, Berger joins Désir and co-host Stephen Hegg to dig even deeper into the big questions of wilderness access: How many celebrated environmentalists, from John Muir to John James Audubon, did and said unconscionable things? What do we do with this knowledge? And what impact has this history of bigotry had on the experiences of people of color in outdoor recreation today? Plus, Désir shares stories rarely told about the ways people of color have always  participated in – and championed access to – the great outdoors.  For more on all things Mossback, visit CascadePBS.org. To reach Knute Berger directly, drop him a line at knute.berger@cascadepbs.org. And if you'd like an exclusive weekly newsletter from Knute, where he offers greater insight into his latest historical discoveries, become a Cascade PBS member today. --- Credits Hosts: Stephen Hegg, Knute Berger Producer: Sara Bernard Story editor: Sarah Menzies

Today, I'm thrilled to be joined by Alison Mariella Desir, a powerhouse disrupter and activist in the running community and a true advocate for change. Alison is the founder of Harlem Run, a running club that brings people together through running while championing diversity and inclusion. She's also the author of Running While Black, which sheds light on the intersection of race and running. I like to think I'm pretty progressive and aware of the ways that race affects us all personally and collectively.  But reading Alison's book, my eyes were opened even more to the ways that race continues to shape the running community—and society generally. In this conversation, Alison shares her personal journey, the inspiration behind Harlem Run, and the powerful message in her book that challenges and invites us to all open our eyes to the hidden forces of race in the running world and beyond.  We dive into how running can be a vehicle for social justice, and the importance of creating spaces where everyone can feel welcome and empowered. This is a conversation about more than just miles—and more than just race.  It's about community, activism, inclusivity, intentionality, culture and using movement to drive change. -- This interview is presented with gratitude to our partners at Brooks Running For over a century, Brooks has been propelled by a never-ending curiosity with how humans move. It drives their every decision and every innovation. Because they believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. And we're all moving towards something. It could be the top of a mountain, a first-ever 5K, or peace of mind after a stressful day. So… let's run there.  With gear and experiences specifically designed to take you to that place. Whether it's a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line—or a cure for a disease, a cleaner environment or a more just and equitable society. Let's run there. Head to BrooksRunning.com to learn more .

Alison Mariella Désir is an athlete, mother, activist, public speaker, community builder, and now a hiker and mountain climber. Désir is well known for her groundbreaking book Running While Black: Finding Freedom in a Sport that Wasn't Built for Us and for her work making space for and creating communities that center and welcome BIPOC athletes into the running and outdoor worlds. Désir was first featured on WRS in October 2022, when her book was released. That episode told the story of Désir's running life to that point. In this episode, Désir shares the story of how and why she summited Africa's tallest peak, Kilimanjaro (19,341 ft), with an all Black group of women who she'd previously never met. Before this trip, hiking wasn't an activity that had held much interest for Désir. Today, she's searching for what mountain she'd like to summit next. This is the story of discovering a new source of joy, empowerment, and rewarding challenge. As transformative as this journey has been, however, when Désir returned to the US, she was faced once again with the reality of most running, trail, and outdoor communities in this country, especially those with the greatest access to power and change: how they center and favor white athletes. Highlighting this reality, in particular, was an article in the popular trail and ultra publication I Run Far, "Women in Trail Running and Ultrarunning: Perspectives on the Challenges and Progression Toward Equity." The equity discussed, however, focused only on white women: written by two white women, all the sources for the story were also all white women (a deliberate editorial choice). Reflecting on the ongoing need for change, the need to get serious about inclusion, Désir's story ends with a call to action, a call for much needed conversations. Keep Up with Alison Mariella Désir Alison's website: alisonmdesir.com Alison on Instagram: @alisonmdesir Alison's Kilimanjaro hashtag: #AMDclimbskili Mentioned in this Episode Soraka Tours: soraka.tours Alison Mariella Désir on WRS, October 2022: https://womensrunningstories.com/alison-mariella-desir-running-while-black-her-story-her-book Article from I Run Far: "Women in Trail Running and Ultrarunning: Perspectives on the Challenges and Progression Toward Equity" To support WRS, please rate and review the show iTunes/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/womens-running-stories/id1495427631 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4F8Hr2RysbV4fdwNhiMAXc?si=1c5e18155b4b44fa Music Credits Cormac O'Regan, of Playtoh penguinmusic, via Pixabay Coma-Media, via Pixabay Rockot, via Pixabay SergePavkinMusic, via Pixabay Grand Project, via Pixabay RomanBelov, via Pixabay Ways to Connect and Engage with Women's Running Stories Instagram: @womensrunningstories Instagram: @over50sub20_5k_project Facebook: facebook.com/WomensRunningStories Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/444164966663627 Website: womensrunningstories.com Email host Cherie: clouiseturner@gmail.com Women's Running Stories is a proud member of the Evergreen network: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Runner's Round Table podcast. Season is “Conversations with Runners”, and each episode features a conversation with an inspiring female runner who is making the running community better in her own way. In this episode, Stephanie talks to Alison Mariella Désir about the weaving of histories through her book Running While Black” and how she uses movement as a path towards disrupting the status quo in running to create a future where all are visible and feel like they belong. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.  To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EfpzepXlrt8 About Stephanie: 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 advancedcertifications 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). www.instagram.com/thecookierunner/ www.thecookierunner.net About Alison Mariella Désir: Alison Mariella Désir is multi-talented: a founder, a doer, an activist, a connector, a visionary and an unapologetically straightforward communicator with a passion for movement, mental health, and racial equity. Alison got her start in the running and outdoor industry unintentionally, after seeing a black friend train and complete a marathon. inspired, alison went on to run her first marathon and discovered that she had found a powerful tool to manage her depression. she's been working to share the transformational power of running and movement ever since. https://www.instagram.com/alisonmdesir https://alisonmdesir.com/ To purchase "Running While Black": https://alisonmdesir.com/book --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/runnersroundtable/support

Alison Mariella Désir is an endurance athlete, author, activist, mental health advocate, the mind behind PBS's Out and Back series, and the founder of Harlem Run, Run for all Women, and the Meaning Through Movement Tour. We had the opportunity to sit down with Alison to discuss her work and comprehensive approach to community building, how exclusionary histories inform the spaces we move through, how racialized bodies move differently through space, mental health and movement and how the past informs the present.

On this Outdoor Explorer we're joined by Alison Mariella Dèsir, author of "Running While Black: Finding Freedom in a Sport That Wasn't Built for Us." Her book unveils the running movement as being centered around and represented by White people, not only ignoring the foundational work and performances of Black distance runners but also not acknowledging that running while Black can be dangerous.HOST: Lisa KellerGUEST: Alison Mariella DèsirLINKS:Alison Mariella Dèsir websiteHarlem RunRun4AllWomenThe Running Industry Diversity CoalitionRun Alaska Trails POC Trail Running and Adventure RetreatSkinny Raven Book SigningOut & Back with Alison Mariella Dèsir]]>

Alison Mariella Désir has developed into one of the nation's leading voices when it comes to inclusivity and diversity, especially within the endurance sports industry.10 years ago, she founded a group called Harlem Run that has grown into one of the nation's most well-known running clubs. More recently, she published a book titled Running While Black, widely seen as a searing expose of a supposedly egalitarian sport and a call to reimagine the entire running industry.She will be a featured guest at this year's Grandma's Marathon with several opportunities for the public to meet and hear from her.FRIDAY, JUNE 168:00 a.m. - Morning Shakeout Run - Duluth Running Company12:00 p.m. - DEI Keynote Speech - Essentia Health Fitness Expo (DECC)1:00 p.m. - DEI Roundtable - Essentia Health Fitness Expo (DECC)2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Book Signing - Essentia Health Fitness Expo (DECC)

Alison Mariella Désir is an activist, runner, organizer, and author of the new book, Running While Black. After hearing her speak at the Feisty Women's Performance Summit in 2022 (before the book was published) we wanted to catch up with Alison, hear how her book has been received, and learn more about her many cultural insights and observations about the Black experience in the running space.Alison shares how the past year has gone, post book launch, and the specific parts of the book that received pushback and critique. Further, she shares the ways the white culture influences how she presents herself in the world - and how she has worked to heal this. Finally, Alison gets honest about her postpartum depression - as well as the new program she's designed to combine therapy and movement.@alisonmdesirhttps://alisonmdesir.com/ Founder of @HarlemRun, @Run4AllWomen, Running Industry Diversity CoalitionAuthor of Running While Black, purchase hereNutritionist mentioned: @black.nutritionistJoin us on March 7th at 4pm PST for our International Women's Day Panel Discussion www.womensperformance.com/iwdDownload the Feisty Female Athlete Guide:https://www.womensperformance.com/ Join the waitlist for Fueled: A comprehensive nutrition course for active women by Feisty Media | Coming April 2023:https://www.womensperformance.com/fueled-waitlist Learn More about the Feisty Kona Tri-Cation:https://www.feistytriathlon.com/trication Follow us on Instagram:@feisty_womens_performance Feisty Media Website:https://livefeisty.com/ Support our Partners:InsideTracker: Get 20% off at insidetracker.com/feisty Previnex: Get 15% off your first order with code PERFORMANCE at https://www.previnex.com VJ Shoes: Use code FEISTYVJ for $20 off a pair of shoes at https://vjshoesusa.com/pages/feisty

This conversation with Alison was sponsored by the Atlanta Track Club and Movers + Pacers. Recorded at the Atlanta Track Club Marathon Weekend expo and moderated by Run Duo Co-Host India Cook.

In celebration of both Black History Month in February and Women's History Month in March, Mary has put together this conversation series.She continues her conversation with Alison  Mariella Désir in part two of this compelling interview. They discuss what it means to be multi-marginalized in the Black community, how disability is viewed in the Black community, the pandemic, and more.Alison Mariella Désir is multi-talented: a founder, a doer, an activist, a connector, and an unapologetically straightforward communicator with a passion for community health. Alison came to running organically, following a period of depression, when a Black friend and role model trained for and completed a marathon.Alison is the author of Running While Black, the tv host and producer of Out & Back w/ Alison Mariella Désir (now streaming) and the host of Out & Back's companion podcast; listen here.Alison is the founder of Harlem Run, an NYC-based running movement, and Run 4 All Women, which has raised over $150,000 for Planned Parenthood and $270,000 for Black Voters Matter.Alison is co-founder and former chair of the Running Industry Diversity Coalition, a nonprofit that unites the running industry to provide resources, measure progress, and hold the industry accountable to equitable employment, leadership, and ownership positions and improve inclusion, visibility, and access for Black, Indigenous, and people of color.Alison holds her BA in History, MA in Latin American and Caribbean Regional Studies, and EdM in Counseling Psychology, all from Columbia University.Alison sits on the advisory boards for Strava and &Mother and is an Athlete Ambassador for Athlete Ally.You can follow Alison on social media here.The Politics of Disability was named Best Interview Podcast at the Astoria Film Festival in October 2022.

    Ashley is thrilled to welcome Alison Desir onto the Bizzimumzi Podcast.    Alison Mariella Désiris multi-talented: an athlete, a founder, a doer, an activist, a connector, and an unapologetically straightforward communicator with a passion for community health.  Alison is the author of Running While Black   She is the founder of Harlem Run, an NYC-based running movement, and Run 4 All Women, which has raised over $150,000 for Planned Parenthood and $270,000 for Black Voters Matter.   Alison is co-founder and former chair of the Running Industry Diversity Coalition, a nonprofit that unites the running industry to provide resources, measure progress, and hold the industry accountable to equitable employment, leadership, and ownership positions and improve inclusion, visibility, and access for Black, Indigenous, and people of color. Alison most recently has channeled her personal experiences and formal training to bring the mental benefits of running to a broader group.   Alison was named as one of the “Power Women of 2022” by Women's Running Magazine. She was also listed as one of the most influential African Americans, aged 25 to 45, by The Root 100.   The Bizzimumzi Podcast is brought to you by coffee-infused host Ashley Verma. This show is created to share all the ups, downs and all arounds of the wild world of parenting. Each week Ashley will be joined by a fellow inspiring, thriving and surviving Bizzimumzi – who will share their own journey. This podcast is your weekly opportunity to take a deep breath as we try to navigate the wild world of parenting; think of this podcast as the safe space where we are not too hard on ourselves, we share our humility and relish in overcoming the inevitable failures that simply happen. This is a podcast for those who are unapologetically At Its Best, even when 'At its Best' means the dishes aren't done, there is crayon on the walls and your hair hasn't been washed in forever. We Are Bizzimumzi. We love hearing from you! Get in touch with any topic suggestions, questions and feedback at: info@bizzimumzi.com   

Never before has nurturing our collective well-being felt so essential. Each year, Well+Good highlights the individuals paving new paths for us to follow in order to be well. We're rethinking the way we eat, move, think, grow, while caring for ourselves and for each other.This episode features just a few of the many influential voices from Well+Good's fourth annual Changemakers list. Listen closely, the future of wellness is talking.HOST: Ella Dove, Sr. Director of Creative Development at Well+GoodGUESTS: Alison Mariella Désir - Author, Activist & TV host of “Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir”Jing Gao - CEO & Founder of FlybyJing Brian Levine - CEO & Founder of NodalHolly Thaggard - CEO & Founder of SupergoopTiffany Yu - CEO & Founder of DiversabilityABOUT THIS PODCASTAt Well+Good HQ, we spend our days talking to and learning from the most interesting people in wellness—experts, thought-leaders and celebrities. On The Well+Good Podcast we're inviting you to join the conversation. With each episode, our hosts will dig into our most clicked on topics in order to reimagine what it means for you to live well. Tune in weekly to find the wellness that fits your frequency.You can also find us on our website on YouTube or social in between shows.Got thoughts? Shoot us a line at podcast@wellandgood.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In celebration of both Black History Month in February and Women's History Month in March, Mary has put together this conversation series.She sits down with Alison Mariella Désir in part one of their conversation to discuss her book, Running While Black, the thought behind it, what running while Black means to her, the implications the book has had and the disconnect between social justice and Disability Justice.Alison Mariella Désir is multi-talented: a founder, a doer, an activist, a connector, and an unapologetically straightforward communicator with a passion for community health. Alison came to running organically, following a period of depression, when a Black friend and role model trained for and completed a marathon. Alison is the author of Running While Black, the tv host and producer of Out & Back w/ Alison Mariella Désir (now streaming) and the host of Out & Back's companion podcast; listen here.Alison is the founder of Harlem Run, an NYC-based running movement, and Run 4 All Women, which has raised over $150,000 for Planned Parenthood and $270,000 for Black Voters Matter.Alison is co-founder and former chair of the Running Industry Diversity Coalition, a nonprofit that unites the running industry to provide resources, measure progress, and hold the industry accountable to equitable employment, leadership, and ownership positions and improve inclusion, visibility, and access for Black, Indigenous, and people of color.Alison holds her BA in History, MA in Latin American and Caribbean Regional Studies, and EdM in Counseling Psychology, all from Columbia University.Alison sits on the advisory boards for Strava and &Mother and is an Athlete Ambassador for Athlete Ally.You can follow Alison on social media here.The Politics of Disability was named Best Interview Podcast at the Astoria Film Festival in October 2022.

Hello, friend,In this episode, we are honored to have Alison Mariella Désir author of Running While Black, and host of Out and Back sit down with us at the bRUNch table to discuss her book, race, motherhood, and the running community. Coaches Shelby & Christine share their thoughts on the book along with resources on how to become a better ally and advocate. We look forward to hearing your thoughts!  Today's long run or walking workout is structured as follows: 2 min dynamic warmup exercises5 min warm-up walk 15 min Endurance Block1 min Pace Change20 min Endurance Block1 min Pace Change15 min Endurance Block5 min walking cool-down Haven't yet joined our community page? What are you waiting for? Join a group of fellow movers, shakers, runners, and walkers here, or follow us on Instagram!We want to hear from you! Have questions or feedback? Drop us a line at info@timeforbrunch.comDo you want to have coffee with the coaches? Call us a ring at 347-9BRUNCH or 347-927-8624 or use the form and submit it here >>Please consult a physician before starting any new exercise routine.Thanks for listening! Support the showJoin the newsletter list to receive updates, special offers, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content. Want to become a member of Time for bRUNch+ to show your support of the show? Join here.Join the bRUNch bunch on Facebook or follow us on Instagram.

I am thrilled to share the recording of our first-ever live virtual community event, Running and Reading with Alison Mariella Désir. We discuss her first book Running While Black: Finding Freedom in a Sport that Wasn't Built for Us. If you haven't read this book yet, you can find it anywhere books are sold, and if the cost of books is a barrier, check your local library for a copy. This book is a really important read and you will be glad you made the time for it. A big thank you to Sasha Gollish and Quinton Jacobs who joined me to help lead the discussion. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. You can find Alison at http://alisonmdesir.com/ and on Instagram @alisonmdesir 

For this episode, we talk with author and activist Alison M. Désir about her recently released book, Running While Black. The book itself, and the conversation, investigate complex and necessary topics like white spaces, the healing and hurting that can come from running, and what it means to share your experience. Alison is at the center of a conversation about how the culture around running can change for the better, and continues to share an inspiring story about the people leading the way. You can find Alison on Instagram at @alisonmdesir or her website http://alisonmdesir.com

What kind of gear should you wear? How cold is too cold? And how do you stay motivated to say, run outdoors, when the weather is dreary? Athlete and activist Alison Mariella Désir, author of Running While Black, and Dr. Kelechi Okoroha, a sports medicine specialist at the Mayo Clinic, share their best advice.

What kind of gear should you wear? How cold is too cold? And how do you stay motivated to say, run outdoors, when the weather is dreary? Athlete and activist Alison Mariella Désir, author of Running While Black, and Dr. Kelechi Okoroha, a sports medicine specialist at the Mayo Clinic, share their best advice.

This final episode of 2022 is a compilation of highlights from 12 of the most impactful conversations I've had over the past 12 months. As I've written in years past, putting this annual episode together is equal parts exciting and impossible. It's a treat to revisit all of these exchanges but it's also a tough task to pick 12 that stood out. Each and every person that's been gracious enough to give me an hour or two of their time has taught me, inspired me, entertained me, moved me, or changed me in some way—and it's my hope that they've done the same for you. This year's "best of" lineup, in order of release date, are: Bolota Asmerom, Luis Grijalva, Amy Leedham, Phil Shin, Nell Rojas, Tommy Rivs, Jinghuan Liu Tervalon, Tommie Runz, Peter Gilmore, Alison Mariella Désir, Chris Mosier, and Marielle Hall.This episode is brought to you by:— New Balance. TheFreshFoam X 1080 v12 is the shoe I run most of my miles in and it holds up week in and week out. The FuelCell Rebel v3 is my go-to go-fast shoe for workouts. And finally, the soon-to-be released FuelCell SC Elite v3 is my racer. Check 'em out at your favorite run specialty store or on newbalance.com.— Precision Fuel & Hydration. Check out this webinar on fueling and hydration for marathons and ultras or these articles about carbohydrate needs and how to train your gut to take in more fuel. The Fuel & Hydration Planner is a great tool to dial in your fueling and hydration needs. Use the code TMS22 when you check out at precisionfuelandhydration.com and save 15% off your first order.Click here for complete show notes. Music and editing for this episode by John Summerford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've all heard the slogan: Just do it. And it's so powerful, because it's such a simple idea: just put on your shoes, go outside, and run. It's that easy. But if you're not white, it may not necessarily be true.

In this special episode of 'Fast and Loose', Sashah and Producer Dave talk with Alison Mariella Désir about starting Harlem Run, her new book 'Running While Black', building running communities on two coasts, and challenging the system. Featuring the audiobook introduction of 'Running While Black' written and read by Alison Mariella Désir - Audio excerpted courtesy Penguin Random House Audio.

Simply stated: Everyone needs to listen to this frank, enlightening podcast with Alison Mariella Désir, an activist, endurance runner, and author of the new book Running While Black. In this episode recorded in front of an audience at GU Energy headquarters and co-hosted by GU Community Manager Yuri Hauswald, Alison details:  -how she found meaning—and relief from depression—through movement;  -the early days of Harlem Run, the NYC running group she founded; -the troubling whitewashing of U.S. running history;  -her profoundly unsettling experience running the Boston Marathon; and, -the genesis of her upcoming PBS series, debuting December 1.       When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Feed the need to move: Save 25% off your order of $50+  with code AMR25 at GUenergy.com   Banish breakouts: Get 15% off, plus free shipping,  on your first order at gladskin.com/AMR Visit Indeed.com/amr to start hiring now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alison Mariella Désir - Multi-talented founder, doer, activist, connector, and unapologetically straightforward communicator with a passion for community health. In her new book “Running While Black: Finding Freedom in a Sport That Wasn't Built for Us,” she explores the historical context of running. She joins Tavis to unpack her text.

This week, I'm so excited to introduce you to endurance athlete, activist, and mental-health advocate Alison Mariella Désir. When Alison was at rock bottom, searching for meaning and structure, running and marathon training saved her life. We're discussing the paradigms that Black runners face, what we can do as a society to improve diversity, access, and equity in the running sphere and the world at large, and why this work will never end.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/273

Alison Mariella Désir is the Author of the eye-opening new book, RUNNING WHILE BLACK:  Finding Freedom in a Sport That Wasn't Built for Us.  Alison is also a runner, marathoner, activist, mental health advocate, founder, and Mother. She is the co-chair of the Running Industry Diversity Coalition and the Director of Sports Advocacy and an Athlete Advisor for Oiselle, She is a Brooks Run Happy Ambassador, and she is the founder of Harlem Run, an NYC-based running movement, and the Run 4 All Women, an organization focused on social justice through movement, that has raised over $400,000 for non-profits Planned Parenthood and Black Voters Matter. Today on the podcast, Alison and I are talking all about her new book, Running while Black.  We rewind to where it all began-how running saved her life, how training for her first marathon inspired her to build Harlem Run Club, and where her passion for Run 4 All Women and social justice through running began and how all of these initiatives have grown and evolved culminating in her story, all of which she talks about in her new book. Running While Black weaves historical context—from the first recreational running boom in Oregon, to the unrecognized Black pioneers of the sport, to the horrific murder of Ahmaud Arbery—together with Alison's own story of growth in the sport to show America's history of white supremacy across major institutions. Désir unpacks how we got here and advocates for a world where everyone is free to safely experience the life-changing power of movement. Alison shares how as she became involved in the running community and learned its history, she realized that the sport was largely built for those who are white, thin, and fast, and have no idea what it is like to live in a Black body. Alison and I also talk about what it took to bring this book to fruition, I get the scoop on her newest venture and retreat, Women of Color Take The Lead and how she's staying fit in the process. CONNECT Alison Mariella Désir on Instagram Marni On The Move Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, or YouTube Marni Salup on Instagram and Spotify OFFERS InsideTracker: Get 20% percent off today at InsideTracker.com/marnionthemove Revitin is a prebiotic toothpaste. Get 15% off and use our code Marni 15 at Revitin.com SUPPORT THE PODCAST Leave us a review on Apple. It's easy, scroll through the episode list on your podcast app, click on five stars, click on leave a review, and share what you love about the conversations you're listening to. Tell your friends to what you love on social. Screenshot or share directly from our stories the episode you're listening to, tag us and the guests, and use our new Marni on the Move Giphy! SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for our weekly newsletter, The Download for Marni on the Move updates, exclusive offers, invites to events, and exciting news!    

I can't believe I got to talk to Alison in the middle of her book tour! Alison created @harlemrun , has been a huge part of the change we are seeing when it comes to representation in the space (she was in this fight way before it was cool) and most recently dropped a book titled “Running While Black”. This book is so amazing! Through her own journey and experiences in life and the running space this book highlights so many of the experiences that encapsulate being black in America. This conversation is important. Tap in! Buy the book. The audiobook is narrated by Alison and is absolutely perfect. Check it out.

In this episode, Alison tells her running journey and touches on many of the topics that are featured in her book. Let this serve, then, as an inspiration to read her whole story in Running While Black, a book that will certainly become a best-seller and an important read for all runners, especially white runners. On Women's Running Stories, we often feature running journeys that highlight how running is about more than the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other. Alison's story is exceptional in this regard. Her new book is the latest example of how Alison interweaves her running with her commitment to leave the world a better place than it was when she found it. Over the years, she has become a leader in the running world, with a clear, powerful voice. She has shown how running can be a vehicle to create change. She's also working to create change within the running industry so that this sport can some day truly live up to the claim that it is open and welcoming to everyone. Alison not only does the work herself, but also inspires and encourages and helps make space for other people doing the work to move the sport of running toward being a space where everyone feels not only welcome, but that they belong. This episode is sponsored by The Feed, the largest online marketplace for your sports nutrition, offering the brands you know and love, from Skratch Labs, Clif Bar, to Maurten, plus their athlete customized supplements called Feed Formulas. In addition to supporting Strides Forward, this sponsorship supports Hear Her Sports and Keeping Track: together we are a collective of women-hosted podcasts focused on women in sports.As part of this sponsorship, you can get $80 in credit at The Feed: just go to TheFeed.com/forward to claim your $80 in credit at The Feed.Keep Up with Alison OnlineAlison's website: http://alisonmdesir.com/Alison on Instagram: @alisonmdesirBuy Running While Black: Links to Organizations Mentioned in this EpisodeHarlem Run: http://www.harlemrun.com/aboutRun 4 All Women: https://www.run4allwomen.com/Meaning Through Movement: https://www.meaningthrumovement.com/Running Industry Diversity Coalition: https://www.runningdiversity.com/Take the Lead on Instagram: @woctakethelead

In this episode, meet Harlem Run and Run 4 All Women founder Alison Mariella Désir, writer and Family Secrets podcast host Dani Shapiro, and stand-up comedian John Crist. Listen in as each of these authors describe what it was like to record their audiobooks, and what they learned from their time in the studio. Running While Black by Alison Mariella Désir: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/675749/running-while-black/ Signal Fires by Dani Shapiro: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/706864/signal-fires/ Delete That by John Crist: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/609288/delete-that/

Alison calls herself a disruptor, and that descriptor would be putting it lightly. The author of Running While Black isn't holding back in her new expose, and she's on the show today to share some of her experiences. For episode 225, Alison opens up about being in a dark place before picking up running, using drugs and trying to numb the pain of her depression, and how sport reminded her of what it was like to feel again. Alison also talks about starting a running movement in harlem, Harlem Run, with the goal to make running more inclusive and welcoming to people of color. She shares what it felt like to be at the forefront of media attention for her efforts, despite knowing that so many people that looked like her felt othered in the space, and we also talk about how it feels for her to be a Black woman raising a Black son in the wake up Ahmaud Arbury's murder. She also speaks on the establishment of the Running Industry Diversity Coalition, and where she hopes this conversation will go moving forward. SOCIAL @alisonmdesir @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS LMNT | Head to drinklMNT.com/hurdle to get a free sample back with purchase! FUTURE | Head to www.tryfuture.com/hurdle to get your first month of training for only $19. Bonus! The first 30-days are risk free, and you can cancel at any time for a full refund. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Essential Lessons From 3 Months Of Attending Regular Physical Therapy JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hurdle/message

Running saved Alison Mariella Désir's life. At rock bottom and searching formeaning and structure, Désir started marathon training, finding that it vastlyimproved both her physical and mental health. Yet as she became involved in thecommunity and learned its history, she realized that the sport was largely builtwith white people in mind. To help make running more inclusive and welcomingto people of color, Désir founded Harlem Run, an NYC-based running movement,and Run 4 All Women, which has raised over $150,000 for Planned Parenthoodand $270,000 for Black Voters Matter.Désir is currently co-chair of the Running Industry Diversity Coalition, a Run Happy Advocate for Brooks Running,and an Athlete Advisor for Oiselle. A graduate of Columbia University for her bachelor's and two master's degrees,including a master's of education in counseling psychology, Alison has been published in Outside Magazine,contributed the foreword for Running is My Therapy by Scott Douglas, and founded the Meaning Thru MovementTour, a speaking series featuring mental health experts and fitness professionals. Running While Black is her firstbook. Alison Mariella Désir currently lives with her son, Kouri Henri, and partner, Amir Muhammad Figueroa,outside of Seattle.

Alison Mariella Dèsir Author of Running While Black : Finding Freedom In A Sport That Wasn't Built For UsMolly and Alysia speak with Alison about the process of writing her book, who she hopes reads it, how she hopes it affects the running industry, her love of running and her approach to the disruption the book may stir. Alysia reads you a few sneak peeks from the book that are particularly powerful so tune in!pre order now, release dat OCT 18 and meet Alison on Tour here! Links-Book! Buy Running While Black hereAlisons site and social instagram- @alisonmdesir twitter- @AlisonMDesir Our previous episode with Alison: listen here from May of 2020Alisons outside mag piece referenced in podWe continue to thank TheFeed.Com for supporting our 4 month epsidode block! Claim your Feed Credit freebies here! 

"There's a big period of my life that led me to find long-distance running where I was a shell of myself. I was depressed and suicidal and anxious and unable to leave my house. And I think a lot about, what if my story had ended there? What if there wasn't this other part of my life where I get to be the person who I am today?" Alison Mariella Désir is a runner, a marathoner, a change-maker, an activist, an advocate, a wife (to Amir!), a mother (to Kouri!), a founder (of Harlem Run and Run 4 All Women), a creator, and now, she adds "author" to her bio. Alison's highly-anticipated book, Running While Black: Finding Freedom in a Sport That Wasn't Built for Us, hits bookshelves next week. Today, Alison returns to the Ali on the Run Show (for the fourth time!) to talk all about her writing process and her hopes and dreams for the running industry. This book is a must-read for runners and non-runners alike. SPONSORS: UCAN: Click here and use code ALI for 20% off your next UCAN order. Vuori: Click here for 20% off your first Vuori purchase. What you'll get on this episode: How does it feel to have this book out in the world? (3:10) What Alison hopes people feel when they read this book (7:45) All about Alison's writing vibe (12:00) What Alison learned about herself during the writing process (17:15) What would Alison's dad think of this book? (19:45) What Alison's relationship with running is like right now (21:50) On dealing with racism and microaggressions from a very young age (27:15) “She wasn't tired. She was tired of giving in.” (32:55) The pressure to continue being a high-achiever (36:10) What it felt like for Alison to keep showing up to Harlem Run — by herself (41:50) On building community, and what Alison learned from running with other groups, crews, and clubs in New York City (48:00) On being vulnerable at this stage in life (54:40) What Alison hoped would come from her Outside magazine op-ed (57:30) On sniffing out performative BS, and seeing meaningful change within the running industry (1:03:45) The experience of recording the audio version of Running While Black  (1:14:00) Which parts of the book have resonated most with people so far (1:16:15) For more from Alison, check out: Alison Désir, Founder of Harlem Run What's New With You? "Why it's an exciting time for women's running" “Ahmaud Arbery and Whiteness in the Running World,” by Alison Désir for Outside Magazine Follow Alison: Instagram @alisonmdesir Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Blog Strava SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

In this episode, Jessica Luther, Amira Rose Davis, Shireen Ahmed, Lindsay Gibbs, and Brenda Elsey are live at the University of Notre Dame. First they share their favorite Notre Dame trivia. Then, they discuss protecting -- or not -- the labor of athletes, starting off with the the recent Sally Yates report about sexual and racial abuse in the NWSL by former coaches Paul Riley, Christie Holly, and Rory Dames, and the lack of accountability by US soccer federation and Safe Sport, and CONCACAF. They also talk about how the myth women's sports being in peril is used as shield to defend actions of abuse and mistreatment; lack of physical and mental health protection for athletes, gendered violence, the importance of labor unions in sport. Following this discussion, they preview of Shireen's interview with endurance athlete and activist Alison Mariella Désir on her new book Running While Black. Next, they burn some of the worst in sports on the Burn Pile. Then, they celebrate those shining light, including Torchbearer of the Week, handball player Lucas Krzikalla, who became the first out gay man actively playing in a professional German sport. They wrap up the show with What's Good and What We're Watching In Sports this week. Following this discussion, they have a Q&A with the audience, which is available on Patreon. This episode was produced by Tressa Versteeg. Shelby Weldon is our social media and website specialist. Burn It All Down is part of the Blue Wire podcast network. For show notes, transcripts, and more info about BIAD, check out our website: www.burnitalldownpod.com To get exclusive content and support the Burn It All Down podcast, become a patron: www.patreon.com/burnitalldown For BIAD merchandise: https://www.bonfire.com/store/burn-it-all-down/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/BurnItDownPod; Facebook: www.facebook.com/BurnItAllDownPod/; and Instagram: www.instagram.com/burnitalldownpod/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I've got a great episode for you this week with Alison Mariella Désir, who is making her second appearance on the podcast. If you missed our first chat, go back in the archives to Episode 168, where you can learn more about Alison, her background, how she got into running, and the work she's done as a community builder and an activist. This conversation was a very topical one and centered around Alison's new book, Running While Black, which is available for pre-order now and will be available for purchase everywhere on October 18. We talked about the book, how it came to be, and how it evolved during the process of writing it. Alison shared some of her experiences of being a Black woman in a very white space, she told me about the impact she hopes her book will have, we discussed what “reimagining the run” could look like for future generations, and so much more. This episode is brought to you by:— New Balance. The new FuelCell Rebel v3 from New Balance is everything I enjoyed about its predecessor but with a more supportive upper, a little more cushion underfoot, and a more durable outsole. What it doesn't have is much more weight, checking in at under 8 ounces, making it a great go-fast shoe for tempo runs, track workouts, and interval sessions on the road. The FuelCell Rebel v3 is available in both men's and women's sizes on newbalance.com or at your favorite run specialty retail store. — The Monterey Bay Half Marathon. The Monterey Bay Half Marathon is BACK! Registration is now open for this fast, scenic course along the beautiful Monterey Bay coastline. If you're looking for a fall race with a high potential for a PR, this is your course! Sign up to #runthiscoast on November 13 at montereybayhalfmarathon.org. Use the code MARIO at checkout to save $10 on your registration for the half marathon or the Ocean View Challenge.Click here for complete show notes, sign up here to get the morning shakeout email newsletter delivered to your inbox every Tuesday, and/or join our growing community on Patreon, where you'll also gain access to exclusive content like The Weekly Rundown, my Patreon-only podcast with Billy Yang, a live monthly Coaches' Corner discussion, and other perks that pop up from time to time.Music and editing for this episode of the morning shakeout podcast by John Summerford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Shireen Ahmed interviews Alison Mariella Désir, endurance athlete, activist, mental health advocate and author of the book Running While Black. They talk about Alison's writing process, relationship with endurance running in as Black woman in a white sport. To pre-order Running While Black, which publishes October 18, 2022, visit: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/675749/running-while-black-by-alison-mariella-desir/ This episode was produced by Tressa Versteeg. Shelby Weldon is our social media and website specialist. Burn It All Down is part of the Blue Wire podcast network. For show notes, transcripts, and more info about BIAD, check out our website: www.burnitalldownpod.com To get exclusive content and support the Burn It All Down podcast, become a patron: www.patreon.com/burnitalldown For BIAD merchandise: https://www.bonfire.com/store/burn-it-all-down/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/BurnItDownPod; Facebook: www.facebook.com/BurnItAllDownPod/; and Instagram: www.instagram.com/burnitalldownpod/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Carrie chats with endurance athlete and author Alison Mariella Désir! They chat about her new book, "Running While Black," while also discussing why she's comfortable challenging people, race in the running community, and so much more!

Keep up with the women from our listener stories via these outlets mentioned on the show:  Jenna: When the People Decide podcast and Democracy Works podcastTiffany: RunISee50.comSophie: What Next Mum podcast and blogIn this episode, we recommended the following stories, in honor of Juneteenth: Running While Black: Finding Freedom in a Sport that Wasn't Built for Us by Alison Mariella Désir, available for preorderTemple's Tigerbelles by Dwight Lewis and Susan Thomas, illustrated by James ThrealkillTigerbelle: The Wyomia Tyus Story by Elizabeth Terzakis and Wyomia TyusThe Black Sportswoman website and newsletter by Bria Felicien Olympic Pride, American Prejudice, the documentary (and book) by Deborah Riley DraperA Spectacular Leap by Jennifer LansburyAlso mentioned in this episode: Sister on Track documentaryLearn about ParkRun. For people in the US, here's the link to ParkRun USA. Submit your story for consideration to be included on a future Strides Behind the Mic episode: we're excited to share stories from you, the listener. Each Strides Behind the Mic episode, we will share three listener stories. Please record yourself telling a 1-3 minute story related to the prompt "Share a memorable moment from a recent run" and email it to Strides Forward producer Cherie at clouiseturner@gmail.com.  You can also use the form on our websiteBe sure to include details about why this moment was so memorable. Please share where in the world you were running, and if you want to, please include your name. Have questions about how to record yourself and email your recording, please feel free to email Cherie, clouiseturner@gmail.com. Visit Strides Forward on our websiteCatch up with us on Instagram and Twitter: at both, we're @StridesForward

The 50th episode of the year is a “best of” compilation of highlights from 12 of the most impactful conversations that I've had over the past 12 months. It's an honor and privilege to be in conversation each week with athletes, coaches, advocates, and others who teach me something about running, coaching, or living a better life. In this episode you'll hear from 13 people whose experiences, insight, and/or advice stood out to me: Alexi Pappas (0:03:25), Craig Curley (0:10:51), Dinée Dorame (0:19:31), Nathan Martin (0:27:21), Keith Kelly (0:32:30), Jorge Maravilla and Stephanie Howe (0:42:08), Mark Coogan (0:51:16), Christine Gould (0:59:31), Alison Mariella Désir (1:05:56), Jon Green (1:14:07), George Hirsch (1:22:53), Alex Varner (1:32:05). I hope these conversations help you see what's possible for yourself through the lens of running.This episode is brought to you by:— Recover Athletics. Recover Athletics has worked with the world's best sports physicians and Olympians like Meb Keflezighi to design an app that makes prehab fun and easy. In 90 seconds, the app will customize a program for your body and your training with different resistance exercises, plyometrics, and mobility work—100% evidence-based exercises that are easy to follow on your iPhone or iPad. It's available only in the iOS app store by searching "Recover Athletics" or at this link.— the morning shakeout Patreon community: This is where shakeout superfans can support my work directly, interact, and also gain access to exclusive content like The Weekly Rundown, which I co-host with Billy Yang, a monthly "Coaches Corner" discussion, and other fun perks. You can join for as little as a buck a week at themorningshakeout.com/support.Music and editing for this episode of the morning shakeout podcast by John Summerford. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“Sometimes you just need an advocate to kick you in the pants.” Sarah Lesko just might be one of the most-loved women in the running industry. As the leader of corporate development for Oiselle, Sarah — or "Lesko," as most call her — is beloved by her colleagues, by Oiselle's elite athletes, and by the hundreds of members of the Volée team. So what is about Lesko that makes people so drawn to her? After hearing about Oiselle from countless women on this show — Lauren Fleshman, Sally Bergesen, Alison Mariella Désir, Rebecca Mehra, Kara Goucher, Courtney Carter — it's time to hear from Lesko herself! On this episode, Sarah talks about growing up on a commune, going to (and running for) Yale, and becoming a doctor. She talks about the health issue that forced her to take an 18-year break from running, and explains what drew her back in and got her on the run again. She talks about having kids (she's a mom to three boys) while in her medical residency, and about life as a mom and family medicine doctor. And she talks about her decision to leave the medical industry in 2015 to work for Oiselle. Today, Sarah manages Oiselle's philanthropic efforts, its Bras For Girls program, and the elite team. In this conversation, she reflects on helping grow the brand, including the initiatives she's proudest of, and the missteps along the way. Plus, she talks about why, at 52, she's proud to be "faster as a master." SPONSOR: AfterShokz — Visit ontherun.aftershokz.com for 15% off wireless headphones. EMBED EPISODE HERE What you'll get on this episode: How was your run today? (4:40) What's dominating your brain right now? (5:55) What Sarah's childhood was like as a self-proclaimed “child of hippies” (9:30) On med school, raising children during med school, and becoming a family medicine doctor (14:20) Meeting Sally Bergesen, and the road to Oiselle (22:25) Why Sarah took 18 years off of running (25:21) Reflecting on where Oiselle was at when Lesko entered the picture (29:50) On leaning in to internet culture, engaging with influencers in the running space, and starting to sign and sponsor professional athletes (34:35) What, exactly, Lesko does all day, and all about Bras for Girls (42:45) On being so loved (48:45) How Oiselle has evolved over the years (52:00) On hiring Alison Mariella Désir, and the brand's goals for DEI work (58:45) The role running plays in Sarah's life right now (1:05:25) What we mention on this episode: Sally Bergesen on Episode 48 of the Ali on the Run Show Lauren Fleshman on Episode 103 of the Ali on the Run Show Bras For Girls Oiselle Light Luxe Fabric Alison Mariella Désir on Episode 292 of the Ali on the Run Show Kara Goucher on Episode 86 of the Ali on the Run Show Running Industry Diversity Coalition Follow Sarah: Instagram @drlesko Twitter @drlesko Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

Amira talks to Alison Mariella Désir and Lauren Fleshman about the ongoing Womxn Run the Vote Relay, its evolution and its intention -- and looks back at the 1977 torch relay from Seneca Falls to Houston for the National Women's Conference. This episode was produced by Martin Kessler. Shelby Weldon is our social media and website specialist. For show notes, transcripts, and more info about BIAD, check out our website: www.burnitalldownpod.com To help support the Burn It All Down podcast, please consider becoming a patron: www.patreon.com/burnitalldown For BIAD merchandise: teespring.com/stores/burn-it-all-down Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/BurnItDownPod; Facebook: www.facebook.com/BurnItAllDownPod/; and Instagram: www.instagram.com/burnitalldownpod/

Alison Mariella Désir is a runner, mother, and an activist. She is the founder of Harlem Run, as well as several other running collectives for women. She is a Global Ambassador for Hoka One One, and Athlete Advisor for Oiselle. Alison has a huge presence in the running community, of which she is a powerful advocate for women, both on a grassroots level and on a higher platform with brands and key community leaders. This is a powerful conversation with Alison, and covers the following topics:Her one year old son and motherhoodHow she got her nickname ‘Powdered Feet’ and her childhoodHer early experiences runningHer parents preparing her for the worldBeing a minority in schoolFeeling more accepted and belonging in collegeBeing inspired to run a marathonThe importance of structureFounding Harlem Run, and the evolution to what it is todaySharing and having a collaborative partnerHow she met her husbandWho inspires herHer goals and future ambitions as a runner and advocateWomxn Run the Vote and how she got involved with Oiselle____EPISODE LINKSAlison's InstagramAlison's WebsiteAlison's TwitterAlison's LinkedInMeaning Thru MovementHarlemrun.comAlison's PatreonWomxn Run The VoteThe Oiselle Website Just Got Cooler Resources GaloreMsLatoshaBrown.comBlackVotersMatterFund.org____SPONSORSJaybirdJaybird creates high performance wireless headphones for athletes. ‘Designed for Athletes, Built for Adventure’ is the core of Jaybirds ethos.Trail runs up high, climbing at shady cliffs, and SUPing on the lake are a few of the ways we’re filling the hot, sunny days of late summer—we’re already trying to minimize being indoors, so it’s the perfect time to get outside. And for many of us, it’s almost time to drop back into school, work, or even just the new normal. Whatever the next few months hold for you, Jaybird’s True Wireless Vista headphones will keep you motivated through the final days of summer, and keep you focused up when it’s time to buckle down. Get out there, live it up, and enjoy your freedom to your favorite soundtrack.Vista: Vista is Jaybird's first dustproof, shockproof, waterproof, and sweat proof set of true wireless earbuds. Vista's innovative design and unrivaled combination of comfort and performance ensure you'll never worry about them falling out and slowing you down.Jaybird would like to offer 10% off a Jaybird Vista purchase to all ROO listeners. Use code ROO10 on Jaybirdsport.comOiselleOiselle is a Seattle based, women run athletic apparel company, for women. Oiselle makes beautifully designed and functional running apparel for female athletes of all ages, paces, and places and brings together a community of women who love to move, run, and fly. Their mission is threefold: make great products, improve the sport, and build the sisterhood. Oiselle makes apparel for both recreational runners and women who are at the pinnacle of their sport, and everything in between. Three American Records have been set in Oiselle uniforms, and their extended sizing means there is something for everyone. The design and wear testing process is extensive, and they use models that are as diverse as their incredible product choices. Oiselle’s website is full of free resources for training plans, advice for girls and much more. As part of Oiselle’s social mission, they created the Bras For Girls program, aimed at encouraging participation in sport for late elementary to middle school girls.  They donate sport bras to girls at an age where many stop participating in sport due to discomfort with their changing bodies. Oiselle aims to encourage participation in sport by reducing a prominent barrier for many girls in that age demographic. So far, Oiselle has donated over 8000 sports bras to middle school girls, and is expanding the program every year.Oiselle has organised a WOMXN RUN THE VOTE virtual relay from Atlanta, Georgia to Washington, DC, September 21st-27th, 2020. Teams of 15-20 will virtually cover the 680-mile journey, learn about Civil Rights historic sites and people, and raise money for Black Voters Matter, an organization dedicated to increasing power in marginalized, predominantly Black communities. Your registration will include an exclusive invitation to a virtual event featuring LaTosha Brown, Co-Founder of Black Voters Matter, on September 22nd (National Voter Registration Day).Oiselle is offering a 15% discount to ROO listeners, who used the code ‘ROO15’ at oiselle.com This is only valid for Oiselle products purchased before September 15 2020.____For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Ahmaud Arbery was killed on February 23, 2020 while he was out for his daily run. Laura looks to fellow runners Alison Mariella Désir and Bayano Kamani for wisdom on where we go from here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode Jor-El and Rachel are joined by special guest Alison Mariella Désir-Figueroa! Alison is a therapist and the founder of Harlem Run and Run for All Women, where she has successfully fused running and social activism. Widely known in the running world and previously named one of The Root 100 as one of the most influential African Americans of our generation, Alison's platforms seek to empower us to bring about social change. In this week’s episode we discuss the pros and cons of activism, maintaining a healthy mind and Alison’s upcoming little bundle of joy. We hope you enjoy it!

The On She Goes ladies have a candid discussion about mental & physical health while traveling as a woman of color. Alison Mariella Désir gives us all her tips on handling mental discomfort and illness while on vacation, and gives us details on her organization Harlem Run and her podcast, Finding Meaning (On The Run). Jordan Dinwiddie from The Thicc gives us their recommendations on looking and feeling good while on the road. Check us out on: Facebook.com/onshegoes Twitter.com/onshegoes Instagram.com/onshegoes Follow Alison: Instagram.com/alisonmdesir Follow Harlem Run: Instagram.com/harlemrun Follow Finding Meaning (On The Run): Stitcher.com/podcast/hangar-studios/find-meaning-on-the-run-with-alison-desir Follow Jordan: Instagram.com/JordanRenee Follow The Thicc: Instagram.com/TheThiccGram

It's our big Boston Marathon 2018 special! We begin with an event no one thought would ever come -- Alison Mariella Désir, founder of Harlem Run and Run 4 All Women, finally joins her friends Peter and Bryan IN PERSON. Alison talks about the efforts underway by Run 4 All Women to support activism around the 2018 midterm elections and about the amazing events in her personal and professional life since she last spoke with HWYRT. Next, runner and blogger Jennifer Kyle, aka jbirdruns, describes how she began running, how she expanded from blogger to athlete ambassador, and how she balances the public with the private when writing her blog. Then, Amanda Nurse runs out of the Boston Marathon catalog and into the podcast seat to talk about her plans to train for the Olympic trials. She also shares how she first got into running when she moved to Boston and how she is now returning to running following the birth of her son. Finally, Chris Heuisler of RunWestin stops by to share a few of his many AMAZING stories, including his part in helping to honor Meb Keflezighi on his retirement and how he chatted with Shalane Flanagan on marathon weekend. Plus, Chris offers advice to new runners. Find out more about all of our guests from this show:  http://www.harlemrun.com https://www.run4allwomen.com http://jbirdruns.com https://www.instagram.com/amandarunsboston/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzL67lVbULE Visit our sponsor to help keep this podcast running: https://www.chargerunning.com