Podcast appearances and mentions of sasha wolff

On this week's episode, host Allison Donahue speaks with Sasha Wolff, the founder and Executive Director of "Still I Run." Still I Run is a community of runners and mental health warriors determined to take control of our physical and mental health while also breaking the stigma surrounding people who live with a mental illness. Still I Run is the country's only non-profit running community that works to promote the benefits of running for mental health while also defeating the stigma, raising awareness around the topic, and help others get started running for their mental health. Sasha also shared that Still I Run operates solely on proceeds from merch sales and donations. All programs and outreach are donor supported. Online-Still I Run

In this episode, we chat with Sasha Wolff, the inspiring founder of Still I Run – Runners for Mental Health Awareness. Sasha takes us on a personal journey as she shares her experience with mental illness and how the transformative power of running became a beacon of hope in her life. Discover the roots of Still I Run, the nation's only non-profit dedicated to advocating for the mental health benefits of running on a broad scale. Sasha delves into the organization's inception in 2016, born out of her own realization of the positive impact running had on her mental well-being following a challenging period of depression and anxiety. Sasha resides in Michigan with her husband Greg, three kiddos (2, 4, and 6), and their Weimaraner, Max. When the family isn't going on runs together, they're hanging out with friends, discovering local parks, or enjoying the beautiful Michigan lakeshore. Connect with Still ; Run: stillirun.org  Facebook.com/stillirun instagram.com/stillirun  ----------------------------------------------------------------------- This episode is proudly sponsored by ⁠⁠Hope for BPD⁠⁠ Hope For BPD is that resource, a beacon of hope. Whether you're personally affected by BPD, or you're supporting a loved one through their journey, this platform is here to assist you every step of the way. Hope For BPD provides confidential and compassionate treatment consultation, information and research about evidence-based treatments, ongoing solution-focused and nonjudgmental support for individuals with BPD and family members, and more. Visit⁠⁠ https://www.hopeforbpd.com/⁠⁠ to learn more about their services, and to find that glimmer of hope you've been looking for. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you so much for tuning into this Show! If you've enjoyed it then share, subscribe, and leave a review if you haven't already :) Join us on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠@bpdbravery⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ and feel free to contact me via email at braverybpd@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bpd-bravery/support

It was such and honor to have Sasha Wolff, founder and executive director of Still I Run on Peaceful Power Project, the podcast today. We chat the origin of Still I Run, running and metal health, stigma around mental health, using our voice and stories to give others permission to as well, ways to 'get involved', and so much more! "Still I Run is a community of runners and mental health warriors determined to take control of our physical and mental health while also breaking the stigma surrounding people that live with a mental illness. Still I Run is the country's only non-profit running community that works to promote the benefits of running for mental health while also working to defeat the stigma, raise awareness around the topic, and help others get started running for their mental health." stillirun.org Find Sarah on IG: @sarahgranatocoaching Find Still I Run on IG: @stillirun Find Sasha on IG: @sashawolff FB group mentioned in the episode- https://www.facebook.com/groups/111139732900601

Sasha Wolff is the founder of Still I Run – Runners for Mental Health Awareness. Still I Run, a community of warriors promoting the benefits of running for mental health, was founded in 2016 after Sasha discovered the benefits of running after a brief hospitalization for depression and anxiety. Originally started as just a Facebook page and website, Still I Run is now a national non-profit with programming aimed at helping people overcome any barriers they may have when it comes to running for mental health. They also pride themselves as being a safe place for people to chat about their mental health journeys and their runs!   Sasha lives in Michigan with her husband, two daughters, and a son. In her “spare” time she runs for her mental health, enjoys Lake Michigan, and spends time with her family and friends.   In this episode we cover so much – we talk about:  Managing anxiety and depression Sasha's experience checking herself into a mental health hospital Why sometimes the bravest things are the hardest  The self-blame game of mental health  How running became her passion and helped her maintain mental health  Why we both love running so much – hello, runner's epiphany  How she started her non-profit and continues to manage it while working part-time And that it's okay to not be okay    If you struggle with mental health, please talk to someone. Get help and support. You're not alone.  Enjoy this conversation!    Still I Run  Daring Greatly  Psychology Today Therapy Finder  Sasha's Pick: Ultra Audio Boosts Hailey's Pick: Saucony Endorphin

Hello, friends,If there is one way to show yourself that you are worth fighting for is getting laced up and getting in your long run with Sasha Wollf, mental health warrior and founder and executive director of Still I Run. The country's ONLY non-profit running community that works to promote the benefits of running for mental health while also working to defeat the stigma, raise awareness around the topic, and help others get started running for their mental health. Still I Run was founded by Sasha in 2016, however, the idea for the group came to her a few years earlier. In 2011, she was hospitalized for anxiety and depression and one of the coping mechanisms she learned while getting help was the concept of creating healthy routines and habits. One day, shortly after discharge from the hospital, Sasha put on a very neglected pair of running shoes and decided to go for a short walk. That walk felt so great that she kept doing it on a regular basis and eventually started to go faster and longer. She hasn't stopped running for her mental health since.On October 10 (World Mental Health Day) in 2016, Sasha launched a Facebook page and a sub-par (her words!) website thinking only friends and family would be receptive to the idea. The outpouring of support from not only friends and family, but complete strangers prompted Sasha to grow Still I Run into a non-profit charity organization. Still I Run is now a community that is over 17,000 members strong and it continues to grow every day.In this episode, we learn more about Sasha, the organization, how you can get connected to them, and all of the great things they are working on! Starting Line ScholarshipWorld Mental Health Day 5k  (Has sold out for 2022, but sign up for their newsletter to be among the first folks to learn about their swagtastic runs in the future on their website or make a donation)Instagram and FacebookGiving Tuesday is right around the corner and is traditionally a great way to help nonprofits with grassroots fundraising! We encourage you to mark your calendar for November 29th and make a donation to help Still I Run here >> Today's workout will be structured -  2 min Dynamic stretches5 min walking warm-up20 min Endurance Pace2 min walk20 min Endurance Pace2 min walk or tempo20 min Endurance Pace2 min walk or tempo5 min walking cool-down and Coffee with the Coaches segment with SashaDo you have a question you would like featured or answered?Submit it here >>Play along in this and all future bRUNch games by joining our weekly newsletter here >> We 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! 

Another special guest good people, The Wright Mentality presents Mrs. Sasha Wolff, Founder and Director of Still I Run non-profit organization. She's here to discuss some of the mental issues we run away from and how we can stand up against them. This new episode "Can't Stop, Won't Stop, so come follow us and great your mental ready for the knowledge it deserves! Website: www.thewrightmentalitybrand.com www.Stillirun.org Facebook: Antonio Wright Still I Run Instagram: @fire_man24 @thewrightmentality @stilliruncommunity --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antonio-wright5/support

When Sasha Wolff discovered the benefits of running for mental health, she wanted to connect with others who did the same thing.  She couldn't find an existing group, so she created her own, Still I Run.  What began as a Facebook page and website is now a non-profit charity and a community of runners over 16,000 strong. “The biggest stat out there is one in five Americans will be diagnosed every single year with a mental illness.”  Even if you're not affected, the odds are that you know somebody who is.  Mental illness doesn't discriminate. “Mental illness doesn't care where you are in life,” Sasha says.  “It doesn't care how happy you are.  It just happens. It's like when you get a cold out of the blue or you break your leg unexpectedly, or you have a heart attack. You don't plan for those things, they just happen.” “Once I finally started taking that proactive approach, that's when things started to get better for me.”  When Sasha was first diagnosed with depression, she was given a prescription for Prozac and sent on her way.  That didn't work, and since then she's learned the necessity of proactively managing mental health.  She has three tools in her mental health toolbox:  running, medication, and therapy.  “I'm hoping that this conversation really explodes into something bigger because we need the support system now.” Alexi Pappas was one of the first professional athletes to discuss mental health.  Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka raised awareness further when they stepped away from competition this year.  Sasha applauds them:  “I think when you have voices like that come forward, it inspires others to come forward, which is why I've decided to be vulnerable about my own story because you hope it at least helps one other person.” “It does kind of help you feel like you're part of something larger than yourself.” The Starting Line Scholarship helps people overcome the barriers they may have to running.  “So our hope,” Sasha says, “is that by awarding this scholarship, we're giving you all the tools that you need to get started with this lifelong habit of running for mental health.” “Lead with empathy.” Sasha realizes that “it's really hard to understand mental illness because it's not something you can see. It's not something you can really understand unless you talk to someone who may have a mental health disorder.”  The best thing that you can do if you know someone with a mental illness is to be empathetic.  If you're struggling yourself, know that you're not alone. RESOURCES: Still I Run website Run.Write.Fight. Starting Line Scholarship Still I Run Facebook Still I Run Instagram Dear Therapists podcast Tina's Together Runs   Thank you to Athletic Greens, goodr, and Picky Bars for sponsoring this episode. Athletic Greens is a simple and easy way to get 75 vitamins, minerals, and whole food source ingredients to help my immune system be stronger and greater! It is so simple to make and it tastes good, as well.  Go here to get a FREE year supply of Liquid Vitamin D and five FREE travel packs with your subscription. I have been a fan of goodr for YEARS and I literally have their sunglasses all over my house. I recently had an episode with co-founder Stephen Lease where he talks about the true and real story behind his company and I appreciate him being honest with me about it. The design behind these sunglasses really takes into consideration look and comfort. They are 100% carbon neutral and a part of 1% for the Planet.   Go here and use the code TINA15 for 15% off your order. I am thrilled to be sponsored by Picky Bars! I have had a few people from the Picky Bars company on the podcast and I am happy to say that their ideals are right in line with what Running for Real stands for. These bars are not only delicious, but made of real food and are made for sport, imagine that…. They're gluten, soy, gmo, and dairy free, with even some vegan options.  Click here for 20% off AND you can also get an additional 20% off your order if you purchase a Picky Club membership. A membership entitles you to build your own Picky Club Box, delivered every month. Thanks for listening! We know there are so many podcasts you could be listening to, and we are honored you have chosen Running For Real.  If you appreciate the work that we do, here are a few things you can do to support us: Take a screenshot of the episode, and share it with your friends, family, and community on social media, especially if you feel that the topic will resonate with them.  Be sure to tag us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram If you are struggling through something a guest mentions, chances are others are too, and you will help them feel less alone.  Leave an honest review on iTunes or your favorite podcast player. Your ratings and reviews will really help us grow and reach new people. Not sure how to leave a review or subscribe?  You can find out here. "Thank you" to Sasha.  We look forward to hearing your thoughts on the show.

Why is mental illness still stigmatized, and how can running improve the mental health of parents? This week Sasha answers these questions and shares her personal story about why she started the non-profit Still I Run. She also gives some practical advice to Heather who recently signed up for a half-marathon.

In this episode we talk about the topic of mental health. We speak about the stigma, the reason for the stigma, and some studies that show the science behind mental health so we can better understand why it is that we feel better when we run. We also talk to our special guest, Sasha Wolff, the founder of the non-profit organization Still I Run. Still I Run is a 501(c)3 organization and running community that promotes the benefits of running for mental health. Sasha shares how she became a runner, and what caused her to start her foundation Still I Run. Sasha also shares her own mental health with us, she talks about how she discovered the benefits of exercise, how running changed her life, and how she is now trying to change the lives of others through her foundation. The “Still I Run starting line scholarship” for example, helps individuals and family start running. Sasha shares some of her favorite stories on the impact that their foundation has made on people. Last but not least Sasha shares some tips for people that have mental illnesses, including where they can go for help and what they can do to live their best lives possible. Sasha Wolff can be found on instagram @stilliruncommunity Her website is stillirun.org Our instagram is @runningpodcast Our facebook group is www.facebook.com/groups/runningwithfriendscommunity/ And our NEW website is www.runningpodcast.us

In this episode we talk about the topic of mental health. We speak about the stigma, the reason for the stigma, and some studies that show the science behind mental health so we can better understand why it is that we feel better when we run. We also talk to our special guest, Sasha Wolff, the founder of the non-profit organization Still I Run. Still I Run is a 501(c)3 organization and running community that promotes the benefits of running for mental health. Sasha shares how she became a runner, and what caused her to start her foundation Still I Run. Sasha also shares her own mental health with us, she talks about how she discovered the benefits of exercise, how running changed her life, and how she is now trying to change the lives of others through her foundation. The “Still I Run starting line scholarship” for example, helps individuals and family start running. Sasha shares some of her favorite stories on the impact that their foundation has made on people. Last but not least Sasha shares some tips for people that have mental illnesses, including where they can go for help and what they can do to live their best lives possible. Sasha Wolff can be found on instagram @stilliruncommunity Her website is stillirun.org Our instagram is @runningpodcast Our facebook group is www.facebook.com/groups/runningwithfriendscommunity/ And our NEW website is www.runningpodcast.us --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support

When Sasha Wolff realized that running really helped her in her struggles with depression and anxiety, she was hoping she could find a community of others with similar experience. When she couldn't, she decided to build that community herself. Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/946. Today's Episode of the Show is Sponsored by Be Ready on Race Day: How to Create a Custom Training Plan for Your Next Marathon or Half Marathon http://BeReadyonRaceDay.com Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong! http://dizruns.com/support Become a Patron of the Show! Visit http://Patreon.com/DizRuns to find out how. Get Your Diz Runs Radio Swag! http://dizruns.com/magnet Subscribe to the Diz Runs Radio Find Me on an Apple Device http://dizruns.com/itunes Find Me on an Android http://dizruns.com/stitcher Find Me on SoundCloud http://dizruns.com/soundcloud Please Take the Diz Runs Radio Listener Survey http://dizruns.com/survey Win a Free 16-Week Training Plan Enter at http://dizruns.com/giveaway Join The Tribe If you’d like to stay up to date with everything going on in the Diz Runs world, become a member of the tribe! The tribe gets a weekly email where I share running tips and stories about running and/or things going on in my life. To get the emails, just sign up at http://dizruns.com/join-the-tribe The tribe also has an open group on Facebook, where tribe members can join each other to talk about running, life, and anything in between. Check out the group and join the tribe at https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedizrunstribe/

Sasha Wolff is the founder of Still I Run. Still I Run is a community where people can share their experience of dealing with depression/anxiety etc. through running or any other type of physical activity. We encourage one another to take time out of our busy lives to run for our mental health. Through various programs we ... more »

Sasha Wolff is the founder of Still I Run. Still I Run is a community where people can share their experience of dealing with depression/anxiety etc. through running or any... The post Sasha Wolff – Founder of Still I Run; Running for Mental Health appeared first on Lindsey Hein.

Sasha Wolff is a wife and mother of two (soon to be three), a runner, mental health advocate, and communications specialist for a furniture company. In this episode, we talked about: -her first mile -the intersection of running and mental health -why she started Still I Run -the resources it provides -how running impacts her mental health, and vice versa -defining success -goals in 2022 and beyond -how to get started in taking control of mental health -and so much more! This episode is brought to you by SuperCoffee; the healthy, delicious alternative to sugary coffee drinks. SuperCoffee was recently named the fastest growing food and beverage brand in America by Inc Magazine, and after tasting a bunch of their flavors, I can see why. Their coffees contain zero sugar and many of them contain 10g of plant based protein. They’re growing in popularity in the running community and I’m excited to share a special discount with you. They offer a 60 day money back guarantee, meaning if you don’t love it, you get your money back. No questions asked. Grab 15% off online with the code FTLR or look for them nationwide in 25,000 stores like Target, Whole Foods, Walmart, Kroger and CVS.

On this episode I talk with Sasha Wolff, creator of "Still I Run" and Debbie Thurlow about her role in this growing community. Still I Run is a non-profit organization and online community for runners whose mission is to raise awareness around mental health. We talk about both their running journeys and about the many opportunities this community has to help people with mental health issues through running. Here is the link to the fundraiser that I am running now: https://www.classy.org/fundraiser/3159927 Here is the link to the "Still I Run" website: https://www.stillirun.org/ Follow me on instragram: https://www.instagram.com/larunningmusic/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sasha Wolff, Founder and President of the non-profit organization Still I Run (Still;Run), discusses her running journey through the lens of mental health. This led to her creating a group of Runners for Mental Health Awareness with various programs including the upcoming “RunStreak for Mental Health” in May. Still;Run -- Runners for Mental Health Awareness RunStreak for Mental Health, May 1st through 31st Semicolon project Join the Runners Without Limits Group on Facebook For more informative and fun content related to all things running and then some visit the Running Without Limits (Heather Jergensen) channel on YouTube and Facebook Follow us on Instagram: Heather: @CoachHeatherJ Jen: @AQuiltingJewel Heather and Jen are a coach/athlete duo that talk about all things running during a weekly podcast. Heather has been an athlete for most of her life. She took her love of swimming and entered the triathlon world, eventually crushing Ironman. She eventually married her love of running and all things Disney and tackled a number of runDisney runs. This is where she met Jen. Jen began running during her weight loss journey half a dozen years ago. She previously only ran from base to base as a varsity softball player and loathed running. But thanks to her friends and a supportive network, she ran her first 5K. Heather and Jen met as Jen was training for her first half marathon and eventually her first full marathon thanks to Heather’s encouragement. The two are now dear friends and share a coach/athlete relationship. This friendship and love for running comes through on their podcast.  All information provided by Heather Jergensen Coaching and Runners Without Limits is of a general nature and is furnished only for educational/entertainment purposes only. No information is to be taken as medical or other health advice pertaining to any individual specific health or medical condition. You agree that use of this information is at your own risk and hold Runners Without Limits harmless from any and all losses, liabilities, injuries or damages resulting from any and all claims.

Sasha Wolff is the founder of Still I Run, a community for runners affected by mental illness. She shared her mental health journey and talked about the way running can serve as medicine. We also talked about Still I Run's upcoming virtual race, the Breaking Stigma in Stride 5K, and the nonprofit's amazing scholarship program. Sign up for the race and learn more at stilliruncommunity.com. We also played Christmas Party Playlist. There was much merriment. ************************************ This episode was presented by Gateway Foundation. If drugs and alcohol are starting to take over your life, or the life of someone you love, it's time to be honest and enlist some help. Gateway offers life-saving inpatient services, as well as virtual treatment. Call 877-505-HOPE to schedule a consultation, or visit gatewayfoundation.org for more information. ************************************ Catch me on IGTV (@40000_Steps) and Facebook Live at 11 a.m. CST every Tuesday and Thursday. Join the discussion. Bring your own snacks. ************************************ If you or someone you know would like to star on the podcast, or be interviewed on IGTV, email christopher@40000steps.com. ************************************ Sign up for the free newsletter and read Christopher's regular musings in The Big Blog at 40000steps.com, where you can also listen to every episode of 40,000 Steps Radio. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christopher-heimerman/message

In this episode, we talk to Telebehavioral Health.US therapist and CEO, Susie Morozowich, LMSW, LCSW along with founder of the non-profit, Still I Run, Sash E. Wolff. We discuss Sasha's incredible brand, and the importance of mental health awareness that so many have found through running. Help us spread the word of her amazing work by visiting https://www.stilliruncommunity.com or follow the group on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/StillIRun/. We want you part of the next conversation, so please leave a comment or drop us an email at corey@telebehavioralhealth.us.

“Giving myself grace throughout 2020 has helped me exponentially.”  The lovely and inspiring Sasha Wolff, founder of Michigan-based Still I Run, returns to the MRG Show — she last joined Heather for an honest conversation about mental health and wellness just after starting her non-profit in late 2016 — to share how Still I Run has grown. This “community of warriors promoting the benefits of running for mental health” now has 8,000 members. These are runners not only in Michigan but aross the country.  Still I Run includes a charity running team, a “Run, Write, Fight” letter initiative, scholarship program, ambassador opportunities, and a virtual 5K on World Mental Health Day, among other activities and programs. Sasha, a mom of two and marathoner who recently ran a virtual Boston Marathon in her beloved Grand Rapids, Michigan, has even more plans for Still I Run: “I want this to be a nationwide movement.”  Sasha, 35, was recently recognized as one of the recipients of the Grand Rapids Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 award. This annual recognition highlights 40 individuals under the age of 40 making a difference in West Michigan. Since 2002, the Grand Rapids Business Journal has awarded over 600 dynamic young professionals who have achieved personal success and made significant civic contributions to our community. She also was featured, alongside four other females, in Women’s Running Magazine in May 2019. The article, which was titled “5 Courageous Women Who Are Running Down Mental Health Stigmas,” gave Wolff the opportunity to share about her nonprofit, Still I Run-Runners for Mental Health Awareness. FIND HEATHER: @michiganrunnergirl on Instagram @michigan-runner-girl on Facebook — If you enjoy what you’re hearing on the Michigan Runner Girl show, we’d be so, so grateful if you’d take a few moments to write a review on iTunes. This will help more runners and Michigan lovers like yourself find the podcasts. Thank you!! Also, the quickest way to get the podcasts is to subscribe to the show via iTunes or via Stitcher or your favorite podcast app.  A special thanks to the talented Jonny Tornga for producing the show.

Peter and Bryan welcome Sasha Wolff, founder of Still I Run (https://www.stilliruncommunity.com), a non-profit charity focused on the benefits of running for mental health. Following her own recovery from a mental health crisis, Sasha took up running to help her cope. When she couldn't find an existing community focused on running and mental health, she formed her own! Sasha describes the ways in which Still I Run focuses its efforts, including promoting the benefits of running, defeating the stigma of mental health, and creating a virtual community of people sharing their own stories. Plus, Bryan and Peter share some amazing accomplishments from within our HWYRTian running community, and celebrate officially reaching the five-year podcast marker.  Join our Strava group here: https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT Head over to our Web site here: www.HWYRT.com Please visit our sponsor www.pathprojects.com

In this episode of the Heromakers Podcast, Laurie and Ann talk with Sasha Wolff, founder of Still I Run, which raises awareness for mental health. Sasha shares about her own journey with depression and how that led her to found an organization whose sole purpose is to help those with mental illness to find courage and strength. Still I Run focuses on utilizing physical activity as a way to health while also providing support and community for those who have dealt with any type of mental illness.We highly encourage you to check out their website and to follow them on social. We hope this episode encourages you help break the stigma of mental illness and to be brave and courageous in fighting for the good and safety of those dealing with depression, anxiety, or any other mental illness. You can find Sasha on IG at @SashaWolff. You can find Still I Run on IG at @StillIRunCommunity or on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/stillirun. Heromakers can be found on IG @heromakersmovement and on FB @heromakersmovement. You can also visit our website at: www.heromakersmovement.com. Like us and follow us today!We are now on PATREON and we would love if you'd become a partner! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/heromakersmovement. Episode is LivePublished: Oct. 22, 2020 @ 3AM EditUnpublishAdd a TranscriptGet episode better indexed by search engines.Add Chapter MarkersListeners can tap through & see what’s coming up.Create a Visual SoundbiteBest way to share to social media for engagement.Share Episode On FacebookTwitterLinkedInMore OptionsEmail Link to EpisodeDirect Link to MP3Embed this ONE EpisodeView Episode Stats

"I didn’t want people to think fun, happy Sasha really has depression and anxiety."   Sasha Wolff is the founder of Still I Run, a non-profit organization and online community for runners, whose mission is to raise awareness around mental health. On this episode — in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month — Sasha, a mom of two who lives in Michigan, talks openly about her own experiences with depression and anxiety. She opens up about her decision to admit herself to an inpatient facility for treatment, talks about what that was like, and explains what's in her "mental health care kit." She also shares the story of how she found running, and why she's so passionate about running for her own mental health.   Thank you to AfterShokz for sponsoring this episode of the Ali on the Run Show! CLICK HERE for 15% off wireless headphones.   What you’ll get on this episode: What Mental Health Awareness Month means to Sasha (4:30) Sasha shares her mental health story (7:40) On the decision to check into a mental health hospital (14:30) What’s in Sasha’s “Mental Health Care Kit?” (21:00) How running has played a role in Sasha’s mental health journey (30:20)   What we mention on this episode: Andrea Barber on Episode 209 of the Ali on the Run Show Andrea Barber on Episode 45 of the Ali on the Run Show Full Circle: From Hollywood to Real Life and Back Again, by Andrea Barber Koala Clip   Follow Sasha: Instagram @sashawolff Instagram @stilliruncommunity Facebook Website   Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Like the Facebook page 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!

In this latest episode Rachel and Jor-El talk with mental health advocate and runner Sasha Wolff. Sasha shares with us how she was inspired by her own hospitalization and mental health struggles to create an online community that’s now spreading out into real life.  “Still I Run” was inspired by the Maya Angelou poem Still I Rise, which has long been a beacon for those hoping to thrive despite difficult circumstances. This is exactly what Sasha hopes to create with her network. We talk with her about how telling her story helped her follow Brene Brown’s lead on reducing shame and embracing vulnerability. Tune in to hear about Sasha’s story of how she found more purpose as she became a voice for reducing mental health stigma. Learn more about Still I Run on their Facebook page. Related: Brené Brown: The power of vulnerability (TED Talk)  

I've long wished for some kind of group or community tying mental health struggles with running—and I found it about a month ago in an article! Sasha Wolff is the founder of Still I Run, a community that that runs for their health, raises awareness of mental health issues and works to stop the stigma. We talk about using running as a coping tool for depression, Sasha's own hospitalization and just kind of geek out on running. You'll want to get running after you listen!

Spreading Mental Health Awareness is a mission SRC is passionate about and strives to do more of. In doing so, we are joined by Sasha Wolff, founder of "Still I Run," a community dedicated to running for mental health awareness. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strong-runner-chicks/support

What you'll hear on this episode:  Sasha Wolff battles a mental illness. She's discovered running is a strong ally in that battle. As she searched the internet to find a group of runners that rallied to promote their own mental health or that of others, she couldn't find one. So she decided to create her own. In this conversation, Sasha talks openly about her own mental illness and how that led her to founding Still I Run Check out the Still I Run Facebook Group You may also be interested in checking out their closed inspiration group here __________________________________________________________________ Introduction and closing song: One Flame to Burn (Prospect 7) A special thank you to Rachel Wood for sponsoring today's episode through Patreon. If you would like to comment on this podcast you can contact me and leave a comment at:   Email me at: r.keithcartwright@gmail.com

Brett Rein currently lives in Durango, CO, is 28 years old, and is a substitute teacher and ski instructor. Although Brett has always been an athlete, including playing hockey and rugby, it wasn’t until college that he started running. Brett’s appreciation for running started when a buddy of his started training for the Navy SEALs, in which they would trail run for hours. During graduate school, he read the book The Last Lecture which inspired him to think about his own goals in life and he ended up signing up for the Death Race by Peak Races in 2014. Brett tells us about training for the Death Race, a race of unknowns and various events, including chopping wood, making a fire, hiking, four hours of ballet, and running up mountains. He also shares how he went from being tied for second place in that race to waking up in the hospital. Brett redeemed himself at his second Death Race and speaks about learning from failure. We also learn about Brett’s travels and other endurance races, including an attempt to swim across Lake Tahoe, running up a volcano, meditating for ten days, and paddle boarding hundreds of miles. Brett is currently training for the Bigfoot 200, a 206.5 mile ultramarathon. While training for this race Brett is undertaking a mental health awareness project called Miles From Ordinary in which he is helping people share their stories regarding mental health. Brett loves the community he has surrounded himself including The Endurance Society, as well as sponsors such as The Ultra House, SaunaSpace, and Garden of Life. Brett was introduced to the Runified podcast by Sasha Wolff, founder of Still I Run, who was on episode 28 of our podcast. Brett hopes to work with Sasha to raise awareness for mental health together.   This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!   Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Brett’s Facebook, Instagram @milesfromordinary_, Still I Run’s Website

Sasha Wolff, founder of Still I Run - Runners for Mental Health Awareness, joined me for a conversation around her organization and own dealings with managing her mental health. We spoke about a variety of issues including her own dealings with depression and anxiety, her time in a mental hospital, how she came to launch Still I Run, and what keeps her running forward today. Spoiler alert, it's a lot. Sasha, herself, is a mental health advocate working to defeat the stigma through her non-profit. The group aims to promote the benefit of running for mental health and was started after Sasha discovered how much the sport aided her own recovery. When Sasha isn't running or working to spread the word about Still I Run, she works as a marketing manager and can be found hanging out with her husband, pups, friends, and family in West Michigan.

Runified Podcast host Matt Sorenson reflects on common themes that were present throughout the last 30 episodes of the Runified Podcast. He focuses the topics of the Boston Marathon, training, diversity, veterans, overcoming obstacles, epic adventures, and changing lives with running. This is a great chance to learn what Runified is all about! Our guests in the past 30 episodes are Audrey Springer, Victoria Phillippi, Chris Sanders, Shawanna White, Deyl Kearin, Stacy Holden, Sasha Wolff, Ben Jacobs, Kim Eagle, Arne Robertson, Marcel van der Kuil, Steph Cash Hogan, Martinus Evans, Bill O’Shields, Kate McKenzie, Martin Parnell, Thom Singer, BethAnn Telford, Ben Luke Smith, Nico Ericksen-Deriso, Mark Sutcliffe, Martina O’Connell, Bonnie Yesian, Eric Spears, Zuleyma Chazari, Adele Garcia, and Andy Cloud. We chat about the marathon, half marathon, ultramarathons, trail running, injury, training, running advice, coaching, challenges in life, mental health, education, technology, nutrition, and more.   This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast! Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter

Adele Garcia lives in Michigan and started running in high school but never really liked it. After being injured by a roadside bomb while serving in the Army, Adele returned home with post-traumatic stress and survivor's guilt. She grew to love running as she found it to be an effective tool for channeling the negative energy and stress in a positive way. Adele has since run marathons and ultramarathons, as well as used running for more than just herself, including starting an event called Upward Spiral, a 24-hour run/walk to raise awareness around depression, self-harm, suicide, bullying, and mental health. She shares her inspiration behind starting Upward Spiral, the impact they have made so far, and her dreams for the program’s future. If you enjoy this episode, make sure to listen to Episode 28 with Sasha Wolff from Still I Run.   This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!   Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Upward Spiral on Facebook, upwardspiral.mi@gmail.com  

Sasha Wolff started running in 2012 when her depression and anxiety flared up. She quickly fell in love with running and found that pushing herself and accomplishing goals helped her cope and manage her mental health challenges. Sasha recently started a group called Still I Run, that encourages people to run for their physical and mental health, raises awareness of mental health issues and seeks to stop the stigma surrounding mental health. Sasha tells us about the motivation behind this group, what it is all about, and explains what their logo means. She provides runners of all abilities helpful advice and reminds us that we are not alone, and there are communities like Still I Run that can help. You can purchase Still I Run products on their Etsy shop and find out more at their website.   This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!   Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Still I Run’s Website, Blog, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Etsy Shop