Podcasts about black girls run

Send us a textEpisode 752 | The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show | www.Sharvette.comYouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/live/nTYp4yLicyA?si=OjaJDlB3RgE3oqJpPenny McPherson, widely recognized as “Plant-Based Penny,” is a distinguished international speaker, author, and wellness coach specializing in holistic wellness and plant-based living. With a successful career as a vice president in the banking industry in Richmond, Virginia, Penny transitioned into the wellness space after a transformative two-year sabbatical abroad. During this time, she immersed herself in global healing practices, studying with renowned holistic health experts across three continents.Penny holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from High Point University and is the co-author of *Pearls, Wisdom, and Advice from Emerging Women Leaders*. Her expertise and engaging presence have been highlighted through podcasts, media appearances, and presentations at regional and national conferences such as Leading Ladies RVA, Sweat With Your Sole – Black Girls Run!, the Virginia Community Health Workers Conference, and the Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show.Her speaking engagements emphasize plant-based living, holistic healing, and practical strategies that empower individuals to “Look, Live, and Feel WELL.” Testimonials from her audiences frequently highlight her ability to transform challenges into actionable progress through plant-based solutions and holistic approaches.Penny's impact has been widely recognized. Black Girls Run! described her wellness sessions as “pivotal to our conference's success,” and the Executive Director of the Virginia Community Health Workers Conference applauded her for “leading a powerful breakthrough session that inspired and empowered all in attendance.”Penny's unique approach blends her global experiences, formal education, traditional remedies passed down through generations, and faith-based principles. This combination has made her a sought-after voice in the wellness community, particularly among women over 40 seeking sustainable, plant-based solutions to improve their health and vitality.Upcoming Event: On February 2, 2025, Penny will host *Pampering With a Purpose: A Boutique Spa Experience in Wellness and Rejuvenation*, offering a day of relaxation, education, and plant-based solutions for women on their wellness journeys.www.plantbasedpennylife.comFacebook page: https://www.facebook.com/plantbasedpennylife/Instagram: @PlantBasedPennyLife 

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Listen to Aaron & Joshua Potts' panel from the TCS New York City Marathon Expo with Black leaders in the NYC Running Community. They explore how these clubs are transforming their communities, discuss the rise of run clubs in the mainstream, and give each leader the chance to hype up their runners competing in this iconic race. Meet the panelists: @goldfingertrackclub | Jerry Francois, founder of GFTC

Jen Kanyugi is running her 20th consecutive Boston Marathon this year. Her journey to get to this point is about this one event, and so much more. In this time, Jen went from not running more than 20 minutes on the treadmill to being a steady presence at this, one of the most recognized and celebrated running events in the world. In that time she became a mom, three times (she ran two of her Boston Marathons while pregnant). She learned the joy of completing those 26.2 miles, and that it's so special she continues to want to do it, again and again, every year. She's learned the power of support, finding groups to train with and create community with, like Girls on the Run and Black Girls Run. Jen has also learned the tragedy of trauma, having run Boston 2014, the year of the bombing. And she understands what it means to come back and reclaim spaces that were threatened. And she's learned the power of giving and volunteering: for years Jen has raised money for charities she is passionate about, and she regularly volunteers for the running groups she is a part of. Jen Kanyugi shares all of this in this episode of celebration. In honor of her 20th consecutive Boston Marathon and all that she does for the running community, Jen has also been chosen to be a member of Team Bevans. Team Bevans comprises exceptional Black women marathoners running the Boston Marathon. They run in honor of Marilyn Bevans, the first American born Black woman to run the marathon in under 3 hours. This is just one of many accolades Bevans earned as one of the best marathoners of her day. Kanyugi and the other women on the team embody the spirit of Black woman excellence in marathon running sparked by Bevans, and help solidify her incredible legacy. Keep Up with Jen Kanyugi Facebook: facebook.com/patandjen Jen Kanyugi's Camp Shriver donation page Mentioned in This Episode Black Unicorn Marathoners: blackunicornmarathoners.org Team Bevans: facebook.com/blackunicornmarathoners Black Girls Run: blackgirlsrun.com Girls on the Run: girlsontherun.org Roads to Boston series: womensrunningstories.com/home-2/roads-to-boston-9-runners-1-finish-line Boston Marathon Expo Live Stage event, Sun., April 14, 2pm: "Making a Statement: Breaking Barriers in Women's Running" featuring Briana Boehmer, Kelly Bruno, Alisa Harvey; moderated by Cherie Turner, Julie Sapper, Lisa Levin; presentation of Team Bevans takes place immediately following this conversation Oiselle, the apparel brand rooted in running; made by women, for women: oiselle.com Music Credits Cormac O'Regan, of Playtoh SergePavkinMusic, via Pixabay artmucis.janevo, via Pixabay Coma-Media, via Pixabay Ways to Connect and Engage with Women's Running Stories Instagram: @womensrunningstories 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

Jay Ell Alexander is motivated by her passion for sparking a change in the minds and bodies of others through her entrepreneurial spirit. As owner and CEO of The Vaughn Strategy, a branding and public relations firm and Black Girls RUN!, a national running organization, she leads a powerful movement that has resonated with a huge audience. Over the last decade, she has established herself as a communications professional with a true commitment to community engagement through her passion for health and fitness. She is also the Founder/Executive Director of the BGR! Foundation and the co-owner with her husband of C+J Alexander Investments. Black Girls RUN! has helped shift the consciousness of culture for over 250,000 African American women, encouraging them to adopt a healthy, active lifestyle through running, movement and community. It has also transformed the running community and aided in the diversification and increased participation in the sport of endurance distance running. Alexander has received national and international notoriety since the start of her tenure including partnerships with Saucony, Ford, Facebook, Brooks Running, REI, Fleet Feet and media coverage on NBC News, Good Morning America, ESSENCE, The O (Oprah Winfrey) Magazine and Ebony Magazine.A native of Norfolk, Va., Mrs. Alexander received her Communications degree from George Mason University and her Master's degree in Strategic Public Relations from Virginia Commonwealth University. She is also a graduate of the University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business Nonprofit Executive Leadership program and a Certified Run Coach.She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (Spring 2007) and the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). She serves a variety of community boards and has completed numerous half marathons, 10Ks and 5Ks and two marathons. She has been recognized by iPower Richmond 30 under 30, George Mason University Black Alumni's 40 Under 40 and the Rising Star Award by PRSA Richmond.Jay Ell and her husband Christopher are the proud parents of 4-year-old, Chris, Jr. and 2 year old daughter, Jaycee. They are also proud pup parents to an 8-year-old black Lab, named Luna.

Jay Ell Alexander is a runner and the CEO of one of the largest running groups in the United States: Black Girls Run, aka BGR, with 258,000 members. Alexander has been leading BGR for six years now, after working as marketing and PR lead for the previous six years. And she has a very clear understanding of the women she is inspiring and motivating because she is her own target audience. The goal of BGR is to "encourage and motivate Black women to practice a healthy lifestyle." Statistically, African-American women have the highest rates of being overweight, and along side that disproportionately experience health issues associated with a poor nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle. Alexander herself came to running as a response to her own health issues, which she began to experience in her 20s. She's knows first hand the transformative power of running and how it can help people participate in their own wellness. Along the way, she also discovered what a terrifically unique group of people runners are. This is Jay Ell Alexander's running story, from why she first started lacing up, through to becoming a leader in the running community and navigating motherhood, twice, as a CEO and runner, to what goals she's got for herself today, as she continues to lead a movement that is shifting the wellness stats for African-American runners throughout the country. Keep Up with Jay Ell Alexander Instagram: @jayellalexander Mentioned in this episode Black Girls Run website: blackgirlsrun.com Black Girls Run Instagram: @officialblackgirlsrun WRS episode featuring Tiffany Chenault: https://womensrunningstories.com/podcast/women-running-stories Ways to Connect and Engage with Women's Running Stories Instagram: @womensrunningstories Twitter: @WomenRunStories Website: womensrunningstories.com Email host Cherie: clouiseturner@gmail.com Women's Running Stories is a member of the Evergreen network: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/

We're joined this week by Shawanna White, the 9th-fastest U.S.-born Black woman marathoner, who was the inspiration for “The List” maintained by Gary Corbitt and consisting of 31 Black American-born women who have run sub-3-hour marathons. Shawanna has run 16 sub-3-hour marathons, more than any other Black American-born woman, and was featured in the documentary Breaking Three Hours: Trailblazing African American Women Marathoners. Tune in to hear Shawanna talk about her running journey, from high school track sprinter to marathoner. She recalls a coach whose belief in her talent for longer distances changed her life and shares how programs like Black Girls Run can help bring women of all ages and abilities into distance running. Shawanna is also a K-8 PE teacher, and she hosts a Friday night dance party on Instagram. Find out what inspired her hashtags #keepitpositive and #sexypace.LINKS:Breaking Three Hours: Trailblazing African American Women MarathonersShawanna White on IG peachrunner26.2. Black Unicorn Marathoners 10th Annual Celebrate & Connect EventFOLLOW NYRR: Instagram | Facebook | X | TikTokSUPPORT: Support the Set the Pace podcast! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.DISCLAIMERSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Natalie Barlatier has a determination when it comes to her running that is truly remarkable. Barlatier discovered a love of track and field in her youth, but took a break from running when she entered college. She returned to the sport after being diagnosed with MS in her late 20s, and began to explore distance running. Barlatier worked her way up to marathons over time, and running has been an important part of maintaining her health: mental, physical, and emotional. She has continued to run despite a major MS relapse, and she's returned to running after having her two children. Barlatier has run nine marathons, but that's not without some notably unusual set-backs along the way, beginning with the first two marathons Barlatier trained for. The first marathon was NYC 2012, which was cancelled due to Hurricane Sandy. Next up, Boston 2013, the year of the bombing: Natalie was one of the many runners who was stopped just about a mile from the finish. This experience also resulted in lasting trauma that almost spelled an end to Barlatier's marathon ambitions. Barlatier did finally reach the finish line of a marathon on her third try, and followed that up with several more marathons after that. Then came COVID, which put an end to Barlatier's training and plans for running the 2020 Boston Marathon, but she returned to run in 2021 and again in 2023, and most recently she completed the 2023 Chicago Marathon. Beyond her commitment to meeting her own running goals and serving as an example to others impacted by MS of what can be possible, as well as being a role model to her two young children, Barlatier has discovered the joy and strength of her local running community, in particular Black Girls Run. Mentioned in this Episode Black Unicorn Marathoners: https://www.blackunicornmarathoners.org/ Ways to Connect and Engage with Women's Running Stories Instagram: @womensrunningstories Twitter: @WomenRunStories Website: womensrunningstories.com Email host Cherie: clouiseturner@gmail.com Women's Running Stories is a member of the Evergreen network: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/ Women's Running Stories is proud to be featured as one of the top 20 Women's Running podcasts by Feedspot: https://blog.feedspot.com/womens_running_podcasts/ Women's Running Stories is proud to be featured as #4 on the GoodPods top Running podcasts list

Welcome to the Runner's Round Table podcast. Season 4 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 Tia Pettygrue about her love of the running community and all the hats she wears as a run coach, Game Changers mentor, and national coach for Black Girls Run! Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.  Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.  To watch on YouTube: 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 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). www.instagram.com/thecookierunner/ www.thecookierunner.net About Tia: Tia Pettygrue is a RRCA Level 2 certified running coach and National Coach for Black Girls RUN!. Tia virtually coaches individuals and group for first timers and those seeking to run their best, as well as coaching the run/walk method. Tia's goal is to make each of her clients feel they are her only one, even if she's coaching 100 people at a time. Her focus is keeping her athletes injury free and having a solid work/life balance. Tia wants her athletes to have the joy of running long term! Reach Tia at @marathonliftgirl or TIATrainingInAction.com. www.instagram.com/marathonliftgirl www.TIATrainingInAction.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/runnersroundtable/support

Tamara Fowler has dedicated her career to babies, children, and their families. As Founder and CEO of Wiggle Giggle Playtorium, this indoor playground and event venue is just the latest of her pursuits to help children develop, and to support their families. With Bachelor's degrees in Biology and Nursing, and a Master's in Secondary Education, Tamara has done everything from teaching high school Chemistry and Physics, to Nursing in Labor and Delivery, and Fertility and Family Planning. As a wife and mom to a 3 year old, when she created Wiggle Giggle, Tamara did so with a vision of kids learning, growing, and playing all day, and parents in Marietta, Georgia having a safe place for their children to explore. Raised in Roswell, Georgia, Tamara was a student athlete in high school and attended Spring Hill College on a basketball scholarship. She also coached various sports when she taught at Stone Mountain High School, and was a leader for Black Girls Run in its early days. Thus, she knows first hand that children learn more than techniques of a game and use of motor skills through play. They're being exposed to community building, networking, empowerment, and mutual support in the time they spend interacting with newfound friends. Moreover, parents benefit from the same thing. While their kids imagine-up big adventures, they're exchanging stories and tips, and finding people who understand their lived experiences as parents. When Tamara and her partner returned to Georgia with an almost 2 year old, after spending 7 years away, living in California, Virginia, and then Maryland respectively during that time, these were the things they sought out. They would drive for miles, exploring places where their daughter could practice using her courage and social skills, and parents could engage in dialogue with one another, which meant they spent a lot of time commuting with a toddler. With Wiggle Giggle as the only indoor playground within a 10 mile radius, Tamara recognized and seized the opportunity to fill this need other parents in her immediate area seemed to share. With party bookings taking place before Wiggle Giggle's doors were opened by neighbors and classmates from their daughter's school, attendance of over 400 people at the facility's grand opening, a collaborative partnership with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, private event reservations from her Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. members, local public figures, and more, Wiggle Giggle has received an outpouring of support, the Fowler family is overwhelmed with gratitude for being embraced by the community.Riverside.fm A platform for podcast interviewingBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

This episode discusses being grateful and reminding yourself to not take things for granted. A recent race in honor of one of the victims of the Stoneman Douglas shooting brings back memories of a sad day. I briefly spoke with Corey & Darius from Black Men Run and Black Girls Run about the race, the shooting, and their run groups. I also share my experience witnessing what happened the day of the shooting. Check Out The Run Groups: Black Men Run & Black Girls Run To Support The Scott J. Beigel Memorial Fund: Click Here To Support The Show: Patreon Intro & Outro Produced By: Awwyeah Background Music: Chill Noons by Kronicle --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themileyourein/support

Its week 7! This week on The Local Running Club Pod Greg goes transatlantic when he chats to Jennifer Brayboy Locklear who runs with Black Girls Run in North Carolina USA, we chat about coming to club running after children, find her way as an indigenous person, the diversity of club running plus much more. There is also the weekly run down of Greg's training in the run up to the Manchester Marathon and a listener question! Please share, give feedback, review and subscribe to the pod and send any question or thoughts on what you would like to hear on the pod. Some links to get your peepers on The Pod insta www.instagram.com/thelocalruningclubpod Greg's Insta www.instagram.com/gregsrunning Follow my training on Strava www.strava.com/athletes/gregrobinson Jennifer's Insta https://instagram.com/indigenousnc_runner?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Black Girls Run https://www.facebook.com/groups/bgrfayettevillenc/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF

Well into her 30s, Tiffany Gayle Chenault didn't have any interest in running, even when she said yes to a friend who asked her to run a 5-mile event near her home in Boston, Massachusetts. But during that run, she felt something, a renewed sense of being alive that had gone quiet since the passing of her mother a few years earlier. That aliveness led to a whole new path for Chenault, whose professional life is as a professor of sociology at Salem State University. As Chenault began her running journey, she also developed a curiosity about the lack of diversity in the sport, especially the absence of other Black women runners. This led to Tiffany setting out on a running challenge and research project of completing a half-marathon in each one of the 50 states. Her approach and interest is both academic and personal: she's assessing the project through the dual lens of being a Black woman runner herself and also as a sociologist focused on the intersection of race, gender, and class. Tiffany has been chronicling her journey on her blog RunISee50. Once Chenault finishes her project in 2023, by completing a half-marathon in her 50th state, Hawaii, she'll turn her findings into a book. Tiffany has come to define her own space in the running community, and she's working to help other women do the same. She is the co-ambassador for the Boston chapter of Black Girls Run, and she a member of the Boston Running Collaborative, which the Boston Athletic Association created to strengthen its focus on increasing diversity and access to the running community in the Boston area. Tiffany also recently modeled for REI and was featured in their catalog. As part of that campaign, there was an accompanying article that featured her titled "What a Runner Looks Like." Ways to keep up with Tiffany Her blog: RunISee50.com Instagram: @runisee50 Ways to keep up with Women's Running Stories Our website: womensrunningstories.com Instagram: @womensrunningstories Twitter: @womenrunstories

Hello, friends,We are thrilled to have Coach Tia take time out of her incredibly busy schedule to sit down with us and share her joy, wisdom, and inspiration. Coach Tia Pettygrue is a Level 2 RRCA and National Coach for Black Girls RUN!, Tia has coached over a thousand women from 5k's to 100-mile ultramarathons. She equips her athletes with knowledge and skill they can use for the rest of their lives. She is happy to work with those using the run/walk method and always emphasizes injury prevention. Tia never tires of the thrill of seeing her runners complete their very first or best race and everything in between. Coach Tia has finished ten marathons, over 150 half marathons, a triathlon, and figure competition. She is working toward her bucket list item - Boston Qualifier, and if anyone can do it, it's her! You are MOST definitely going to want to stay in touch with Coach Tia, and these are all the ways you can do so:Join her Facebook group Discount Codes for Races here >>You can email her at runtiarun@gmail.com or visit her website.Or find her on Instagram or Facebook.And, because we know you want her Linguine with Clams Recipe, don't forget to check out the newsletter! And her go-to #lipstickrunner of choice is Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick. Today's 65-min long run workout will be structured -  3 min Dynamic Stretches5 min Warm-up Walk14 min Conversation Pace1 min walk  14 min Conversation Pace1 min walk 14 min Conversation Pace1 min walk5 min Fast Finish 7 min walking cool-down and Coffee with the Coaches segment featuring  Lisa K. Thank you, Lisa, for having coffee with us! Be on the lookout for your $5 gift card.Friends, if you have a question and want to do coffee with the coaches, reach out to us  here or call ‪(347) 927-8624‬ or 347 -9BRUNCHWe want to hear from you! Have questions or feedback? Drop us a line at info@timeforbrunch.comPlease consult a physician before starting any new exercise routine.Thanks for listening! Summary Keywords: race, running, coach, half marathon, people, friends, run, coaching, love, brunch, heart, marathon, training, confident, runner, mile, shoes, marathon training

This is a very special episode. Tomorrow is my two-year podcast anniversary. It is also the day my mother transitioned from this world due to breast cancer. I wanted to do something positive and meaningful during the midst of  COVID and I started this podcast. I thank you so much for listening, a special thank all of my past and future guests. Thanks for all the suggestions, the recommendations. I appreciate all the love. This week's guest I met shortly after I moved to Chicago. Thanks to Gabrielle Barber who I met in Berlin who told me about Men Run Deez Streets. They were the first group I ran after I moved to the city. Although they were lightning fast, and I am not they were welcoming all the same. Terrance Lyles is my guest this week.  Terrance L. Lyles AKA The Machine, AKA Optimus Prime, is a marathoner, triathlete, and the founder of Men Run Deez Street.. His father is  Bernard Lyles, a previous guest on this show. Terrance  has completed over 30 marathons,  50-mile ultra-marathon and more recently a half IornMan distance race, 70.3 triathlon.   After Terrance  witnessed so many women of Black Girls Run taking on the sport, he became inspired to recruit men from social media to start his own club. Terrance's goal was to bring more black men into marathons. He formed  Men Run Deez Streets (MRDS) in 2013. He uses every opportunity to promote health and fitness through running.   Episode Highlights: Terrance in the midst of a life crisis started running as a coping mechanism. Terrance pays tribute to his dad, Bernard Lyles, who inspired him to run. Some memorable marathons, the good and the bad. Terrance talks about his 50-mile ultra-marathon. How Men Run Deez Streets  (MRDS) came to be. Terrance's first triathlon . Terrance talks about some obstacles he's faced and what drives him. Terrance shares some final words of inspiration.   Guest Bio Terrance L. Lyles, “The Machine” AKA “OPTIMUS PRIME” was born and raised in the streets of Chicago. He attended Neal F. Simeon High School and later attended Southern Illinois University Carbondale where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology. He returned to Chicago to pursue a career in engineering and has worked in state and city government for over 20 years. He is currently employed as a Senior Project Manager for the Chicago Transit Authority leading multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects. Terrance began his running experience in 2006 after having many personal and financial issues. He believed that he needed something to keep his mind off of stress and needed a positive outlet. Knowing that his father, Bernard Lyles, was an avid runner, he consulted him and was advised to join the Maxfitness Marathon Training Program led by Coach Rudy Christian. Terrance trained for his first Chicago Marathon that year and completed it with a time of 4:07:28. This is when he developed the passion for running. Terrance went on to complete over 30 marathons in various cities that includes Detroit, Indianapolis, Miami, Little Rock, Atlanta, St. Louis, New Orleans, and overseas in Negril, Jamaica and Berlin, Germany. He has also completed a 50-mile Ultra-Marathon in Chicago, and most recently, an Ironman 70.3 triathlon. With many years of accomplishments and a continued passion for running, Terrance became inspired to help bring more men of color into the sport. After witnessing many women of Black Girls Run taking on the sport, he became inspired to recruit men from social media to start his own club. With the many urban and professional men that reached back to him, Men Run Deez Streets (MRDS) was born in 2013. From there, he has helped train many men, and even women, to become long-distance runners and half marathon/marathon finishers. Terrance is a Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) Certified Adult Distance Running Coach. He is also an avid cyclist and swimmer. Terrance believes in helping people become their best selves. He is passionate about volunteering in the community for charity events and he is an advocate for social justice. He is dedicated to bringing about change to the community and helping others become healthier by running.  He lives by and adheres to a famous quote: “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world” – Harriet Tubman.   Connect with Terrance Lyles  Connect with Terrance on Facebook Connect with Terrance on Instagram Men Run Deez Streets on Facebook Send Terrance an email. MRDS got featured on Block Club Chicago   Did you enjoy today's episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email runningischeaperthantherapyolb@gmail.com. To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Apple Spotify Google  Get a copy of the book Running Is Cheaper Than Therapy: A Journey Back to Wholeness. It is available in  hardback, paperback, and newly released audio form.   Connect with Dr. Ouida Brown Instagram @ouilifeouilove Facebook @ouilifeouilove33 Twitter @ouilifeouilove Youtube @ouilifeouilove Sign up for my newsletter http://bit.ly/OuilifeOuiloveNewsletter  

Exercise, motherhood, marriage, and leadership - Jay Ell Alexander joined the pod to chat about a range of limiting beliefs, including the idea that Black girls don't run. She's the CEO and owner of Black Girls Run, which proves that limiting beliefs around Black women and exercise can be reframed. In this episode she shares about: how she got into running after learning she had her high blood pressure,  the life-changing impact running has made in every aspect of her life,  letting go of control,  asking for help as a mother,  making health a priority when you feel short on time, and   making marriage work. Connect with us! @jayellalexander blackgirlsrun.com @blackgirlsrun ipwomanpodcast.com @ipwomanpodcast

Sarah interviews Hollis at our very first Team KSB episode! We talk about Black Girls Run, GirlTrek Omaha, and Black Girls Do Bike. We finish this episode with talking about staying safe on the run, in light of recent events.

Zsa Zsa Porter is an exceptional friend, an avid runner, member of Black Girls Run,  vegan restaurant owner, Iron Man Triathlete, military wife, mom of three. Her mission is to encourage women, young girls to dream big, her story reminds us that anything is possible.   Zsa-Zsa has made it her life's work to impact her community which has led her from the financial services industry to opening the Exposed Vegan Restaurant. Through the restaurant she has created some of the best plant-based cuisines proving that a vegan diet can, not only be very delicious, but also fuel the highest fitness performance levels.   We discuss in-depth her journey from her youth, injuries, through struggles with weight gain and  overcoming her fears and self-doubt into life  as a runner, triathlete and so much more.    I would like to dedicate this episode to Zsa Zsa's mother  Kim Williams who passed away since the recording of this episode.    Episode Highlights:       How ZsaZsa got her name and the fearless mentality behind it. Zsa Zsa  school days and becoming a swimmer. A major injury during a  bicycle crash and lessons learnt from the experience. How Zsa started  running  Her 1st major race Zsa-Zsa with her husband  How Team Porter inspires each other aFull distance iron-man. The challenges and the thrills of Triathlons The reason behind opening her vegan restaurant    Guest Bio:   Zsa Zsa Porter went from someone held down by personal insecurities and weight gain to becoming an avid runner, triathlete, and restaurateur. Zsa Zsa is on a mission to encourage women and young girls to dream big and reach for the stars. Zsa Zsa's story reminds us that Anything is Possible. She is always willing to share her failures and lessons learned. It's this burning desire to positively impact her community which led her to open Exposed Vegan Restaurant. As a restaurateur, Zsa Zsa created a West Charlotte hotspot, serving fresh and nourishing plant-based cuisine. From smoothies, to bowls loaded with sweet potatoes, and even cookies she's exposing how delicious vegan food can be when done correctly. Her goal is to show how a well-planned vegan diet can fuel the highest performance fitness levels, while reducing risks of injury and chronic diseases. Zsa-Zsa leverages her unique experiences as an African American female entrepreneur, restaurant owner, digital executive, and Ironman triathlete to motivate and activate her community. She is also a proud military spouse and mother of 3 children, she truly understands the importance of balancing family and life.   Connect with Zsa-Zsa Porter Read Zsa Zsa's  inspiring book Running For My Life Visit her restaurant or preorder your meal at  Exposed Vegan Follow Zsa Zsa on Instagram Catch her on Facebook Did you enjoy today's episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email runningischeaperthantherapyolb@gmail.com. To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Apple Spotify Google  Get a copy of the book  Running Is Cheaper Than Therapy: A Journey Back to Wholeness

Tes is one of the founders of The Race! A 5K and half marathon race that takes place in Atlanta, GA. Everyone is welcome but it is unapologetically created by black folks for black folks. Spaces like this are so important to create a breeding ground for more POC to come to the sport and pursue a life of health and wellness! She shared her running journey…from first 10K to growing Black Girls Run to running The Race. For more info, check out theraceuc.com

Sabrina Slocum has been active in sports since high school. She ran hurdles, ran 100m, played basketball and even participated in bodybuilding.   Sabrina has an  MBA, she is a marathoner, an ultra-marathoner, a triathlete. She unfortunately sustained an ankle fracture and had to work her way back. She is now back to running, biking, and swimming. The road  was not easy Sabrina is also a podcast host, she's the co-host of Sole Sistas On The Run. This podcast is based on live conversations that she's had while running. The ultimate goal is to encourage uplift, inspire, and bring awareness to  issues that many face and promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.  We discuss in-depth her journey as an athlete, her approach to nutrition and fitness, among many other things. Episode Highlights:   How Sabrina started running and her journey with Black Girls Run. Jump back in history to her high-school days. Her experience in bodybuilding. Her preparation for her first  marathon. We discuss Sabrina's greatest weakness in regards to multi-sports Sabrina's bucket list. Sustaining an ankle injury and the challenge of living with a temporary disability. Starting her own podcast and some words of advice. Guest Bio: Sabrina Slocum began her fitness journey in 2012 when she began running with Black Girls run. She was active in track and basketball while in high school, however, she also participated in two body-building competitions in her early thirties. It did not take long for Sabrina to progress in her running. She started running in 2012 and progressed to her first marathon in 2012. She has completed seven marathons, several half-marathons, 10k's, 5k's. She started her multi-sport journey in 2015. She has completed several sprints, Olympics and two 70.3 triathlons. She is a fellow HBCU graduate, graduating from Tuskegee University with a B.S in Marketing. She also my Soror, a member of Delta Sigma Theta Incorporated. She has an MBA and worked for over 20 years in the mortgage industry. She changed careers and has served twelve years in higher education currently in the role as an Academic Advisor. She is also a Podcast Co-Host of : Sole Sistas On the Run. ​​This podcast is based on live conversations she has while running. The ultimate goal is to encourage, uplift, inspire, and bring awareness to the issues that many face and promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.   Connect with Sabrina Catch Sabrina's inspiring podcast Connect with Sabrina on Instagram Connect with Sabrina on Facebook Did you enjoy today's episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email runningischeaperthantherapyolb@gmail.com. To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Apple Spotify Google  Get a copy of the book  Running Is Cheaper Than Therapy: A Journey Back to Wholeness

Welcome to episode #026 of the Mission of Spe Podcast. For the episode, Mark sits down for the 3rd outside interview in Forest Park with Kimberly Berry. Kim has been a teacher for several years and a marathoner. She works with "Girls on the Run" and " Black Girls Run" to help and give back to others. In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as: Reach out to Nate: Instagram: Kim's love of children and then their education. Dealing with teaching and Covid-19. Her story with "Girls on the Run'' & "Black Girls Run" involvement. The joy of running and health and favorite quote, "Forward is a Pace!". Building partnerships with the running community. @kbizzle_75 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.berry.969 If you want to hear more Mission of Spe Podcast, be sure to subscribe and tune in for new episodes.

I talk with Jay Ell Alexander she's owner/CEO of Black Girls Run! They are all about encouraging running. You can check it out at Blackgirlsrun.com Also save 10% using code JUSTARUNNER at Baleaf.com --- Support this podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justarunner/support

Have you been the high achiever who got results in everything, been the “go-to girl” who always delivered, and was proudly a “master multi-tasker"? However, you found yourself  in a situation where you felt like you couldn't keep up with the pace anymore.  Everything you tried you felt stuck and overwhelmed. In this episode, I have a conversation with Allegra Feemster. Allegra empowers women to live fully in their purpose by having submitted hearts to God. She is the host of "The Body Beautiful Broadcast" on WNCN internet radio since 2017. ACE Certified Fitness Pro, former National Master Trainer and National Media Rep, 20+ years of experience training and transforming the lives of thousands in the US and abroad. Connect with Tamika:If you loved today's episode, please share your favorite takeaways by sharing this episode and tagging us on Instagram!Connect with me on Instagram  @_tamikamctierwebsite: tamikamctier.comIf you are a wife looking to up-level the communication in your marriage, click here to download your free T.A.L.K It Out Conversation Guide now!Not part of the Ageless Conversations Community yet? Join HERE:Facebook GroupConnect with Allegra: email: thebodybeautiful.ba@gmail.com

Welcome to (R)unscripted episode 16! In this episode Matt sits down with Bridgette Honor to discuss her recent success in ultra running completing two 50ks in the past 4 months. She has sights on completing 41 miles on her 41st birthday at the Longest Day Event, 50 miles at the Yeti 50 Miler, and eventually a 100 mile trail run someday! In upcoming events she is scheduled to also start competing in triathlons. Bridgette is a community leader as a mentor for Black Girls Run in Columbia South Carolina. Matt also discusses with Bridgette the role we all play in removing barriers for entry to minority groups in the sport of trail running and ultra running. Our goal is to be as inclusive as possible with every runner no matter age, pace, or race. Thank you Bridgette for being a role model for future runners!

It's a “new year” for us right here at And the Question Is as we open season 2 with a look-back.Helping me out in this insight-filled episode are my amazing partners in creating my podcast, Stacey and Meghann. Together, we will talk about the most memorable episodes we've made in season 1 (and there are 11 of them that you can check out now) and what made them extra special for us. I'm so glad to have these two ladies on board with me for this short episode. Besides the dynamics, I appreciate gaining different perspectives about topics that matter not only to the black community but human life, in general, like fatherhood, healthcare inequality, and infertility in women. By talking about the past, which isn't really such a long time ago for us here, we're able to appreciate the journey we've been through, the lessons that hopefully made us better people, and the ideas and topics we'd wish to cover as we welcome in full embrace season 2.Topics Covered:Find out the episodes that stand out in our memory because of their impact and the topics coveredLearn various perspectives from three people living completely different lives Know the topics we've covered in season 1 and how they can potentially affect you Get some amazing ideas on what should happen for season 2Guest Bio:Stacey Gatlin is a servant leader dedicated to the development of people, processes and organizations.  Her true passion is helping to make a difference in the lives of women and children. She is committed to long-lasting personal, professional, and community development through her career and volunteer activities.  She transitioned her corporate experience in talent management, process improvement, and project management into entrepreneurship and advocacy.In 2017, Stacey launched her own lifestyle management business, Victory Concierge (victoryconcierge.net). The business provides online business management and virtual assistance to busy professionals and small businesses. Victory Concierge is a perfect merger between her passion for helping others and her attention to detail.  Stacey's customers entrust her to handle the administrative responsibilities while they focus on growing their business and/or career. She works with diverse professionals in the private sector, including legal, medical, consulting, and beauty industries. In her previous career, Stacey enjoyed 15+ years with Johnson & Johnson spending the first half of her career in operations and supply chain with experience in planning, manufacturing supervision, and customer service.  In the second half of her career, she leveraged her network, ability to drive results, and coaching skills in the talent management area of Johnson & Johnson. She co-led the African American Leadership Council (AALC) and the Procurement Women's Leadership Initiative employee resource groups.  Overall, she was blessed with roles of increasing responsibility, leadership exposure, and the opportunity to travel to Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America.  Stacey earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from the Rutgers School of Engineering.  When not serving her clients and community, she enjoys spending time with her husband and 6-year-old son, laughing with family and friends, live music, good wine, traveling, and jogging with Black Girls Run. You can listen to episodes of And the Question Is with Dr. Graham on:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify

We continue to celebrate Changemakers throughout Women's History Month with Ciara Iglehart, creator of Your Pace Matters and a Brand Ambassador for Black Girls Run. Ciara talks to us about how joining a running club has led to so many positive changes - from encouraging a healthy and active lifestyle for women, to facilitating positive conversations to bring women from various backgrounds together in sisterhood. Ciara also details how YPM and BGR have empowered long-term and positive changes on her communities, not just locally, but nationwide. Lastly, we learn about Ciara's "rock bottom" moment: what led to it, what helped pull her out, and how it has had a lasting effect on Ciara prioritizing her mental health.

Today I am in the lab with Jay Ell Alexander! As owner and CEO of The Vaughn Strategy and Black Girls RUN!, she leads a powerful movement that has resonated with a huge audience. Over the last decade, she has established herself as a communications professional with a true commitment to community engagement through her passion for health and fitness. Listen & learn how she navigates her wellness, faith, and entrepreneurship journey. Make sure you follow her on IG @jayellalexander & on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayellalexander/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This podcast is part of a series of Black History Month Reflections with local black and brown professionals in and around Tacoma. We're bringing conversations that we often have in private, out in public. Be a fly on the wall as Dave chats with these great individuals as we wrap up Black History Month 2022. Jiquanda Nelson is a multi-faceted entrepreneur and social disruptor, and the CEO of Diversity Window, a Diversity Equity and Inclusion technology organization. She's also the host of the podcast, Smalltown Girl, and an ambassador to Black Girls Run, an organization that encourages black women in the running space. In this episode Jiquanda speaks on her experiences growing up that led to her "why" today. In that is black joy... why we need it and how Jiquanda highlights black joy in her life. Jiquanda's personality alone will give you an idea of how she rocks! Looking for more content? Visit www.windermereabode.com for more content, houses and information! Connect with Jiquanda - Instagram - @just_jiquanda Linkedin - Jiquanda Nelson Website - www.diversitywindow.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/windermereabode/message

On this episode of Women Gone Wilderness we are talking with Chandrika D. Phea,  an active outdoor enthusiast, a triathlete who loves cycling, hiking, kayaking and the music nature brings. She has created a safe space for black women to hike and explore our wilderness areas, is a best selling author and an inspiration for others to get outside and try something new.Check out Chandrika's best selling Book, "Lord, I Don't Want to Die A Christian" You can follow Chandrika on Twitter at: Chandrika D. PheaColumbus Laides, you can connect with Black Girls Run. For those ladies outside of the Columbus area visit : Black Girls Run to find a community near you. 

Kriste Peoples is a Denver-based outdoor enthusiast and guide, runner, writer, and mindfulness meditation teacher. When she's not out adventuring along the trails of Colorado's Front Range, Kriste is likely writing about it or recovering with carbs in a local eatery.  Her work has been published in Trail Runner Magazine, Outdoor Research, Altra Running's Run Better blog, Outside Magazine, Elevations Outdoors, and others. As Program Manager for the Women's Wilderness Trailblazers program, she creates nature-based events that cultivate a greater sense of agency, community, and engagement in nature among women of color.  Kriste offers talks that address increasing the representation of people of color in nature. She has facilitated workshops, participated in panels, and delivered online trainings at conferences such as PGM One, Outdoor Retailer, REI, Summit Sisters, and more. She serves on the board of Running Start nonprofit, an organization dedicated to helping women overcome obstacles to fitness. She is a trail running coach for Life's Too Short Fitness, has coached for Black Girls Run, and led nature-based outings for organizations that include CitiWild and Outdoor Afro. In addition to her passion for introducing women and people of color to new narratives of wellness, she is the founder of the Black and Brown Women's Alliance, which provides mindfulness-based in-person and online events that prioritize wellness, self-care, and collective healing. “Giving yourself grace to meet yourself where you are on that day”  I love this quote from Kriste.  Talking to Kriste is a wonderful, enlightening  experience.  Hearing her talk about her love of the outdoors makes you want to lace up and head right outside.  On this episode Kriste talks about how being mindful and meditation has improved her life.  We discuss how she is empowering other women and what she is most passionate about as well as the importance of self-care. I had a few light bulb moments as I listened.  We also talk about her community involvement and where change still needs to happen.  Kriste is someone we could talk to for hours. Enjoy! IG- @kristepeoples   https://linktr.ee/kristepeoples

In this episode we discuss: Dr. Latisha Williams is the owner of Run For Life Performance & Physical Therapy in Indianapolis, IN with a specialty in helping runners and women ages 35+ move, feel, and perform at their best with rehab to performance and health coaching. She is a Certified Run Coach, Certified Health Coach, wife, mother and enjoys running, working out, and music. She is the lead Physical Therapist for Black Girls Run, national programs. She is the host of Runner's University Podcast, Women's Guide to Running After 35. She has a private FB Group: Everyday Women Wellness: Empowering Women Ages 35+. Quote: “The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any.”- Alice Walker Scripture: Proverbs 3:5 - "Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding." Real talk, real women. No shame. Be sure to subscribe & Come follow us at: IG Feel Better Naked Podcast - @feelbetternaked IG Dr. Latisha - @drlatishapt IG Dr. Jennifer - @regenerate.physio

Nikaeda Griffie started running in high school as a way to socialize and continued cross country and track in college for gym credit and to stay in shape. Nikaeda returned to running in 2007 when a coworker invited her to participate on a marathon relay team. From there she went on to participate in one event each month usually between a 5k and 10k distance. A year later she ran her first half marathon and then her first marathon a few weeks later. Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic she had been training for her dream race, the Selma to Montgomery Relay where she would run the route Civil Rights leaders traveled on foot for voting rights. The race was cancelled the week before it was to take place in March 2020 but Nikaeda ran the race virtually. Following this accomplishment, her coach encouraged her to train for Indiana Trail 100 endurance race. After 8 months of training, Nikaeda earned her 100 mile buckle in October 2021.  She now runs for stress relief as much as fitness and prides herself in being an average runner with above average goals. She is a proud member of several running clubs- the most influential being Black Girls Run!, Black Runners Connection, National Black Marathoners Association and She Runs This Town.

Jay Ell Alexander is the owner and CEO of Black Girls Run and a public relations specialist. She joins the podcast to talk with Karen about living life in the flow, no matter what curve balls are thrown.Tune in every Tuesday for a new episode of the 100% Human podcast and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.Episode topics and mentionsMotherhoodEntrepreneurshipRunningBeing in the presentGeorge Mason UniversityNostalgiaTikTokMental healthBlack Girls RunCOVID-19 pandemicBoundariesBreastfeedingFollow  onlineJay Ell Alexander on LinkedInJay Ell Alexander on Instagram

The clothing retail industry is not known for being climate friendly. The textile industry, as a whole,  emits 1.2 billion tons of carbon and uses five trillion liters of water per year.Dawnielle Tellez, an EDF Climate Corps alum, is candid and thoughtful about the challenges of making the outdoor apparel industry more sustainable. “What's been tough for me to realize is that at the end of the day, the outdoor industry and broadly apparel industry is reliant on fossil fuels,” she  tells Yesh Pavlik Slenk. She finds reasons for hope, though. Tellez says the circular economy, the adoption of lower carbon materials, and scaling decarbonization are exciting, emerging ways the apparel industry will be reducing negative environmental impacts going forward.  Tellez advises people looking to get into sustainability careers to set goals, ask for informational interviews, and explore the kinds of degrees she and other sustainability specialists have pursued. “The space is just wide open right now,” she says. “I feel like you can really carve out whatever it is that you want.”Tellez fights social challenges as well as climate change—particularly the historical exclusion of marginalized groups from outdoor activities.  She hopes to see them become more visible and included in the outdoor imagination—some of which is modeled by high-profile outdoor apparel companies like REI.“Looking to groups that are bringing access and knowledge of sport, [such as] Black Girls Run, Outdoor Afro, Latino Outdoors, organizations that are doing incredible work to build community amongst different BIPOC groups is, I think, hugely valuable to how we're going to be able to make the outdoors actually accessible for all people going forward.”Resources mentioned in this episode:REI: A Sustainable Future, REI's blog about their sustainability initiativesGRID Alternatives: GRID Alternatives. Dawnielle worked for this nonprofit, which provides affordable solar panels to low-income communities.EDF: Climate CorpsGreenBiz: The 2021 GreenBiz 30 Under 30Black Girls Run:Black Girls Run. Outdoor Afro: Outdoor AfroLatino Outdoors: Latino OutdoorsAdditional information: EDF's Supply Chain Solution CenterREI's 2020 Impact Report (its corporate sustainability report) Nature: The price of fast fashionWorld Resources Institute: Apparel Industry's Environmental Impact in 6 GraphicsUSC Diving: USC Dornsife Scientific Diving, Dawnielle's 2012 blog post about scientific diving at USCFollow EDF:Not yet receiving the Degrees newsletter? Join us here! Twitter: EDF (@EnvDefenseFund)Facebook: Environmental Defense FundInstagram: environmental_defense_fundLinkedIn: Environmental Defense Fund

In this week's episode we hear from Angie Jackson. Angie recently completed Ironman 70.3 Atlantic City and is on her quest to become an Ironman in 2022.Angie gives us an overview of her background and what compelled her to start her journey to becoming heart healthy. Angie is part of a very supportive group in her current town of Fayetteville, NC called Black Girls Run. It was through that group that she was introduced to the sport of triathlon. Angie admits how during her 1st Super Sprint she used the lane ropes to “pull” herself across the water to complete the swim leg.Not learning to swim as a child, Angie signed up for adult swim lessons at her local YMCA. She tells us what that experience was like and confesses that she had to take the class a second time.We talk about how a 1.2 mile swim needs to be respected and Angie recommends a book that has helped her. Angie is targeting Ironman Maryland 2022 for her 1st full distance race. Her new motto is “Wanna be a Crabbie.” She explains what drew her to that venue over the others she had to choose from.Just after completing the 70.3 in Atlantic City, Angie accompanied a friend to Augusta Georgia to perform Sherpa duties and served as a race volunteer. Angie gives one of the best “pro tips” ever: Volunteers can go everywhere. She tells a very funny account of how she guided the swimmers to the Swim Finish. From there she worked the bike and run courses and was even handing out medals at the finish line. She even gets me to commit to volunteering at a race soon.When asked how she balances training, work, and family; Angie provides a very honest response. She describes how a date with her “significant other” looks and we agree that while delicious, corn dogs and funnel cakes from the State Fair and not part of Ironman training.We discuss how Angie came to name her bike Hurricane. After telling the story of my bike again, Angie casually provides what my bike will be called moving forward.Angie gives some very good advice for anyone that is just starting out or struggling to maintain focus: have an accountability partner. It's often easier to give up on yourself than it is to let someone else down.I look forward to following Angie's journey over the next year and am sending her all the positives vibes in her training for Ironman Maryland 2022.

In this episode, Michelle and Ekemini are sitting at the table with Jay Ell Alexander who is Truth's Table's August BlackGirlMagic guest! Jay Ell has established herself as a communications professional with a true commitment to community engagement through her passion for health and fitness over the last 11 years. She is the owner of The Vaughn Strategy, a public relations consulting business, and also serves as the owner and CEO of Black Girls RUN!, after serving as their brand manager for six years. She is also the Founder and Executive Director of the BGR! Foundation. A native of Norfolk, Va., Mrs. Alexander received her Communications degree from George Mason University and her Master's degree in Strategic Public Relations from Virginia Commonwealth University. She is currently enrolled at the University of Notre Dame in the Nonprofit Executive Leadership program. Mrs. Alexander has a passion for running, loves shopping and traveling. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and the Public Relations Society of America. She and her husband Chris are #T1DParents and reside in Richmond, Va. with their son, Chris Jr., and their dog, Luna. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us! IVP First Nations Version Discount for Truth's Table Listeners: Truth's Table listeners can save 30% off First Nations Version when you order at https://www.ivpress.com/first-nations-version using promo code TRUTH21 offer expires on September 30, 2021. Black Women, join Truth's Table Black Women's Discipleship Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/truthstablediscipleship Support Truth's Table: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TruthsTable PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/TruthsTable Merchandise: https://www.teespring.com/truthstable

Jay Ell Alexander has established herself as a communications professional with a true commitment to community engagement through her passion for health and fitness. She's the owner of The Vaughn Strategy, a public relations consulting business, and also serves as the owner and CEO of Black Girls Run. In this inspiring episode, Jay Ell discusses her choice to help change the lives of women through running.

JUNETEENTH A celebration held annually on the nineteenth of June to commemorate African American emancipation from slavery in Texas on that day in 1865. Greetings, on this episode I take you on a journey with me on my first official 5K run. The run was a celebration run for Juneteenth. I could not have picked a better run for my first time. It was a beautiful day and event that was put together and supported by a few great groups in San Diego CA. Fit Black and Educated and Black Men Run and Black Girls Run. Take a listen as I explain who this 5K Clai guy is and how he came about and as I share my experience about the run, the people and how it made me feel to be surrounded by so much positivity. Please click the links below, sign up and support. Thank you for supporting my podcast and all. https://www.fitblackandeducated.org/ https://blackmenrun.com/blackmenrun-chapters/san-diego/ https://blackgirlsrun.com/community/san-diego-ca/ https://solo.to/dagodiddyvision --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/claiborne-jackson0/message

Adina Crawford is a certified PYTT 200, VYTT 200 and 50 YSTT Yoga Teacher. She teaches Meditation and Mindfulness. She is a mentor, motivator, advocate and community influencer. She is heavily involved in the fitness community in several realms besides yoga she runs, cycles, swims and participates with various community events to promote wellnss. Adina is an ambassador for Black Girls Run, HoneyStinger, Nuun, Black Girls Do Bike (Shero) and Zooma National Ambassador and a FitPro for Athleta. She also serves an ambassador for Trek Bicycles, REI Co-op Partner, Brand fitness model for Terry Bikes and Oiselle. She also serves on the Board of Directors for Black Girls Run Foundation. She has her own Blog on fitness, she has been featured in various online articles, podcasts and participated with the Brooks Running shoes campaign. Her calling to teach yoga has been about diversity and community with the understanding that each person is unique, everyone is at a different level and growth. Diversity is the community together. Her speciality in yoga is Vinyasa, Sculpt and Restorative. Her goal is to bring more diversity and awareness to the mat and spread the love of all the benefits of yoga coupled with other activities is beneficial. YOGA IS FOR EVERY-BODY. In addition she has taught at various locations I.e. Lululemon, Athleta, private events, family reunions, private schools and local fitness centers. In 2016 she completed her first Marathon (Chicago) numerous half marathons, several indoor Triathlons and cycling events in various cities. ****To follow Adina visit her on Instagram: @deanietheyogini (https://www.instagram.com/deanietheyogini/) *** ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message*** ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on: Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead), Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek), Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! *** ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show. Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00. Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

Following our catch-up for the week, we were so thrilled to welcome rock star runner, mom, teacher, and Hyland's Ambassador, Kim Van Acker.  Kim shares her journey on how she started running after college with Black Girls Run, decided to run a marathon in 2014 and then shaved 30 minutes off her first marathon to qualify for Boston in 2016.  Kim used that qualifying time to run her first Boston in 2018 and shares her harrowing journey from Hopkinton to Boston on the wettest and coldest day in recent Boston Marathon history.  Fortunately, she was able to enjoy a hot Boston the following year in 2019.  Kim also shares how she overcame a significant health setback in 2020 and how she has shifted her approach to running as a result of that experience.  Kim is a special education teacher, a mom, and a leader in the running community.  We absolutely loved this conversation and hope you do, too.  Kim can be found on Instagram and Twitter @kimvanarun.   Thank you to our sponsors, @oofos, @lilytrotterscompression, and @SPIbelt.  Also thanks to our editor, Erin Bryant. For more information on our RFF--->BOS Group Coaching Program, please check out our website at www.runfartherandfaster.com or email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/runfartherandfaster/message

Born and raised in Roanoke, Alabama, Krystle Bell Saulsberry is a 2007 magna cum laude graduate of Jacksonville State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a double minor in Spanish and Business & Technical Writing. She is a 2011 graduate of Auburn University Montgomery with a Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management and Leadership. She also holds a Certificate in Grant Proposal Writing from Fort Hayes State University. Krystle has 18 years of pageantry experience as a titleholder, judge, coach, emcee, stage manager, and content creator. She is the Owner & Founder of Krystle Clear Pageantry. Krystle Clear Pageantry is a web-based platform that is designed to coach and educate women and girls on how to have a winning mindset, make a good presentation, and develop self-confidence. Aside from her pageantry experience, Krystle is the AARP Community Programs Instructor for the Birmingham, Alabama market where she teaches and facilities technology, caregiving, job search, and networking classes and workshops for the 50+ population. Krystle also serves as the Grant Writer for the Black Girls RUN! Foundation. Krystle is married to Robert Saulsberry, Jr., and they reside in Oxford, Alabama. Please connect with Krystle here: www.krystleclearpageantry.com www.facebook.com/krystleclearpageantry www.instagram.com/krystleclearpageantry www.pinterest.com/krystleclearpageantry --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/relationshipswithreyes/message

- Should you always listen to music while you run? - winter hydration/nutrition - anti-racism in the running space! - "real food" fuels vs. sports nutrition - baja blast and food wads!! Resources: Runners for Public Lands https://runnersforpubliclands.org/about/Black Girls Run https://blackgirlsrun.com/How To Be an Anti-Rascist https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/bo...

Jay Ell Alexander, the CEO of Black Girls Run and an advocate for black women's health, discusses how small changes can lead to big results and the importance of organ donation in the Black community.

On today's episode I talk with Stacy Griner, Owner and Operator of Kika Stretch in Atlanta, Georgia. Stacy wasn't always an athlete, in fact she grew up avoiding sports and sweating all together! Through big life events and changes, Stacy found her inner athlete at age 41 and began her journey as a cyclist, marathon runner, triathlon competitor, and traveler. Though Stacy has not been an athlete her entire life, her journey is what makes her story and message that much more special. Stacy has overcome many challenges in her life to reach an inner peace that can only come with experience and reflection.We discuss:- Life events that change us for the better.- Pursuing a dream you never knew you had.- The transition and rebirth as an athlete.- Shifting your mindset when it gets tough and always pushing forward.- Finding that peace within yourself and continuing to grow.… and more!Here are some highlights.  Finding Your Community“At the time it was really a matter of  finding myself and finding my voice. Coming to some realizations about who I am and who I love. I found this organization called Black Girls Run and they didn't have a big following in the South Bay but they had quite a presence in Oakland. I connected with a few women and I got in community with these women who were into running and they were like, ‘Hey, you can do a half marathon.' And I was like, “I don't even run, like, I don't even know if I can run a mile without stopping.” But, they were very supportive and they were like, ‘Well then you can walk it.' And I didn't even think about walking a mile. Like, I knew I was out there, but I just... I wasn't aware of measurement like that.”Standing in Your Truth“I started to train for my first marathon that I did in Paris that I actually was like, gosh I'm sweating. And by that time, I had come to the realization that I was standing in my truth as a queer woman. I was just out, proud of who I was and that journey I was starting from there to  after I had finished that first half of marathon, it was like laying the foundation for me standing in my truth. And then from there it was just building on that muscle and building on that to make myself stronger.”Having Something Just For You“My entire life I did not have to have anything just for me. Like my career, my marriage, all of this stuff was for other people, and becoming an athlete was all me. Which was one of the reasons why I love it so much, because it was the one thing where I was able to show up for myself and really prove to myself that I could do something. Now mind you, obviously I had other accolades like, I'm a Mom, I have a great career, but for some reason… that felt great, but becoming this athlete was just something that I didn't ever dream of. Like, when I was young, I dreamed of getting married and having children and having a great career. I never dreamed of running a marathon. I never dreamed of riding my bike 545 miles. I never dreamed that I was going to do an Iron Man. I just didn't have those kinds of dreams.”If you've been out of the fitness game for a while, you know how hard it can be to get back into a consistent exercise routine. Make it easy on yourself by starting with Your First Five Days.Your First Five Days is a free mini-challenge that's all about setting that foundation to get you back into your body, your energy and your confidence with simplicity and ease.Each day during Your First Five Days, you'll get simple tips and action steps on how you can make fitness a part of your everyday life in a way that doesn't feel heavy, hard or stressful.You'll also get a daily private podcast episode that you can listen to while you move.Where will you go from there? The sky's the limit! It all starts with Your First Five Days.Get it for FREE at www.robinlegat.com/fiveSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/seasoned-athlete/donations

Let’s talk for a minute about WHY we run. Of course, it’s great exercise. If we run in groups — we meet people, encourage each other, and get motivated to live our best, healthiest lives. That’s also the philosophy behind the group Black Girls RUN, whose goal it is to get African American women off … Continue reading Black Girls Run →

"It takes a lot of grit to be able to show up, way before the race. A lot of people put so much emphasis on the day of, but we don't give ourselves enough credit for the actual training that we put in…give yourself the credit and grace to say I am capable of doing hard things.” Latoya Shauntay Snell is an endurance athlete, activist, and food/fitness blogger. Latoya has completed over 30 marathons and documents much of her training over on her blog, Running Fat Chef. She is also the co-host of The Long Run Podcast (through the 300 Pounds and Running Network) alongside Martinus Evans. You may have seen her sharing the November 2020 cover of Runner's World as a Runners Alliance Ambassador, advocating for runner safety and body politics. Latoya's advocacy journey continued to evolve when, in 2017, she was heckled by spectators while running the New York City Marathon, which was publicized in Runner's World. She went on to pen an essay about that experience on The Root that went viral. Her platform has continued to grow since then and she creates amazing content across social media platforms– from workouts, to food and meal prep, to life lessons. In this conversation, she shares insights on marathon training, endurance, and how to stay motivated when facing adversity.   In this Episode: Running Fat Chef Blog “I'm a Plus Size Runner and I Got Heckled at the NYC Marathon,” by Latoya Shauntay Snell,com, November 30, 2017. “Running Needs Something More Radical Than Body Positivity. Here's How Latoya Shauntay Snell Is Making It Happen,” by Taylor Dutch,com, October 22, 2020. Black Girls Run   Follow Latoya Shauntay Snell: Instagram: @iamlshauntay Tik Tok: @iamlshauntay Twitter: @latoyashauntay The Long Run Podcast with Martinus Evans   Follow Grounded Pod: Instagram: @groundedpod Twitter: @groundedpod Facebook: facebook.com/groundedpodwithdinee   Subscribe, Listen, & Review Grounded with Dinée Dorame on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Soundcloud | Stitcher

Jay Ell Alexander lives in Richmond, Va. with her husband, Chris, 15-month-old son, Chris, Jr. and their pup, Luna. She is the Founder and CEO of The Vaughn Strategy, a public relations strategy consulting firm and the owner and CEO of Black Girls RUN!   I brushed shoulders with Jay two-ish years ago at RebelleCon, and I know you will find her to be as authentic, lovely and magnetic as I did back then. It was very cool to have a conversation with her on the other side of motherhood about ALL the surprises this “hood” had in store for her and all the ways it changed her. Her 15mo tries to break down the door to get to her during this interview, so it feels appropriate that much of the convo was like a juicy first-time mom tell-all. Jay is ambitious and juggling two different businesses while also making her own health a priority, so this one is super relatable if you like the new mom real talk or want to hear about the hustle of the juggle.   In this episode, G and Jay talk about: -Rites of passage of first-time moms & the mental prep of cookie baking with kids  -Her (intense) pandemic schedule mommying and full-time entrepreneuring -Her experience with postpartum depression and her “bounce back” expectations -Why me and Jay should actually be the ones hosting the childbirth classes -The nastygram she sent her mom friends after becoming a mom -Why Jay's husband is convinced Jesus Christ was a woman -Lightning crotch -How she healed her PPD with running -The ups and downs of Black Girls Run and the magical story of how angel investors made it possible for her to acquire it -How she successfully pivoted BGR - a company based on races/events - during a pandemic   Keep in touch with Jay Ell on IG at @jayellalexander visiting her website at jayellalexander.com   Buy her book on Amazon here.    Find a Black Girls Run running group near you Follow Black Girls Run on IG On FB   Gervase's digital course for new mamas, Becoming launches January 11th Join the six-week masterclass Join as a VIP

I am a Triathlete' is a one of a kind book that encourages kids and adults to explore the sport of triathlons. This book celebrates the idea that anyone young or old, can make it to the finish line. Triathletes and multisport fans will enjoy the colorful and unique illustrations. Triathlons continue to gain popularity, as more people explore the sport which challenges you to swim, bike and run during one event. 'I am a Triathlete' inspires the next generation of triathletes and/or encourages those training for any sport to push on. organized and coordinated cycling and running meet-ups with local groups like Black Girls Run and Black Girls Do Bike. She has been inspiring and encouraging ladies to increase their fitness by participating in marathons, duathlons, and triathlons. In 2013 Nia completed her first triathlon, which inspired her to encourage others to try the sport. Swimming, biking, and running has proven to be both challenging and rewarding. Now Nia is looking to inspire a younger generation and to continue to encourage those new to Triathlons to make it to the finish line. FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/MrsNiaO Website: https://niatheauthor.com/ Moments of Grace is sponsored by www.tradeacademypro.com Become a sponsor for Moments of Grace : https://anchor.fm/Momentsofgrace Host Website: www.drajrbutler.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/momentsofgrace/support

We talk about running as a universal sport. It has a low barrier for entry and not a lot of rules to follow. You can participate solo or in a group. You can run races of many distances and on various terrain, or not race at all. We believe that races highlight the best aspects of running, in which many people come together to accomplish the same goal, but by following their own path. In the race environment, they can accomplish more than what they may have been able to do alone. Today, we cover the universal nature of running, and how our journeys may look different, but are in fact very similar and all intertwined. Highlights of the episode: 11:30 How running is contagious and makes us feel like we can do more 12:20 The fear of being last 22:25 What being a Real Life Runners means to her 23:00 Other struggles and challenges on Corey's running journey 29:30 What is Black Girls Run and Why is it an important part of the running community 39:20 How is running different for members of the black community 50:50 How running has had a positive impact in her life 52:40 How to foster a culture of equality in running Resources: 1 Million Miles for Justice Virtual Run/Walk Black Girls Run Corey Brown on Instagram @coreylbrown Facebook: Corey Brown Sign up for our FREE 5 day running challenge! We start June 15! Click here to request to be added to our private Facebook tribe! 12 Common Running Mistakes - free audio training and ebook! Interested in our coaching program? Click here to learn more about our coaching program and fill our our coaching application. Our Favorite Products to Make Healthy Living Easier Hope you enjoy it!! Let us know if you have any questions that you would like answered on our show! Thanks for Listening!! Want to support the show? Check out our options here, including gear and patron options! If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please send us an email at angie@realliferunners.com or kevin@realliferunners.com Come find us on Facebook and Instagram and say hi! Instagram page for the show @realliferunners Kevin @kevinbrown.rlr Angie @angiebrown.rlr Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one! Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts

Toni Carey turned her passion for health and fitness to lead a co-creation of Black Girls Run a Grassroots organization that encourages and inspires African American women to live a healthy lifestyle. She has been named one of the thirty black bloggers you should know by The Root, Essence Magazine and more. Tune in to hear Tony's journey on personal growth and finding your voice.