Inspired Soles

Carolyn Coffin

Inspired Soles is a podcast that fuels your passion for running and helps you achieve peak performance with every stride. Host Carolyn Coffin talks with industry experts, coaches, Olympians and everyday runners to educate and inspire you to take your running to the next level. 

  1. 294. Dr. Duane Scotti | The 3 Most Common Marathon Injuries (and How to Treat & Prevent Them)

    -15 h

    294. Dr. Duane Scotti | The 3 Most Common Marathon Injuries (and How to Treat & Prevent Them)

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text What are the most common injuries marathon runners face—and do you really need to stop running when they happen? In this episode, physical therapist, running coach, and Healthy Runner Podcast host Dr. Duane Scotti returns to Inspired Soles to break down three of the most common injuries he sees in runners: proximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT), iliotibial band syndrome (ITB), and Achilles tendinopathy. We discuss what causes these injuries, how to treat them, and most importantly, how to prevent them from derailing your training. Duane also shares why loading tendons is often more effective than stretching them, the dangers of over-striding and transitioning too quickly to zero-drop shoes, plus the simple dynamic warm-up he recommends for masters runners. Whether you're dealing with a nagging injury or hoping to avoid one altogether, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you stay healthy and running strong. Connect with Duane: 5-minute Warm-Up RoutineInstagram: @sparkhealthyrunnerHealthy Runner Podcast on Apple and SpotifyWebsite: sparkhealthyrunner.comSpark Healthy Runner YouTube Channel Coaching & Resources: learn.sparkhealthyrunner.comPHT ResourceITB ResourceAchilles Tendonitis ResourceHealthy Runner Facebook GroupDuane's past episodes on Inspired Soles:Year-Round Consistent Training for Marathon SuccessReturn to Running Safely After Time OffIt's All About That Base (Training)SPARK Your Training With PrehabWhy Road Runners Should Try TrailsConnect with Carolyn: Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.

    1 h 60 min
  2. 293. Whitney Heins | Solving the Final 10K Marathon Puzzle

    2 juin

    293. Whitney Heins | Solving the Final 10K Marathon Puzzle

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Whitney Heins knows a thing or two about chasing big goals. The founder of The Mother Runners, coach, podcast host, mother of two, and 2:54 marathoner has spent years pursuing her marathon potential—and like many of us, she's still trying to crack one of the sport's greatest mysteries: how to truly nail the final 10K. In this conversation, Whitney shares how she went from a 3:15 marathoner to running sub-3, the lessons she's learned through injury setbacks and ambitious goals, how she balances motherhood, business ownership, and competitive running, and what happened when her spring goal marathon was postponed just days before the race. We also dive deep into the marathon puzzle itself, exploring the physical and mental challenges of those final miles and why Whitney believes her best marathon may still be ahead of her. Whether you're chasing a marathon breakthrough or simply trying to balance running with the rest of life, this conversation is packed with wisdom, perspective, and inspiration. SPONSOR: goodr sunglasses. Ready to upgrade your eyewear to something functional, fashionable, fun, and affordable?  Head to goodr.com/INSPIRED to claim $10 off your first order. Connect with Whitney: Instagram: @themotherrunnersPodcast: The Mother RunnersWebsite: themotherrunners.comConnect with Carolyn: Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.

    1 h 5 min
  3. 292. Darolyn Walker | 3:05 at Boston, Multiple Sclerosis, and Redefining What It Means to Be a Runner

    26 mai

    292. Darolyn Walker | 3:05 at Boston, Multiple Sclerosis, and Redefining What It Means to Be a Runner

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text I’m joined by Winnipeg runner Darolyn Walker for a powerful and perspective-shifting conversation about running, resilience, and redefining what success looks like. Darolyn’s story spans more than two decades — from competing at a high level in her university and national track days, to navigating a multiple sclerosis diagnosis in her mid-20s, to raising three children while continuing to train, race, and adapt through unpredictable health challenges. We focus in particular on her remarkable performance at the Boston Marathon, where she ran 3:05:37 while living with MS — a result that sits at the intersection of high level performance and deep gratitude for simply being able to run. But this conversation isn’t really about times or records. It’s about identity, acceptance, letting go of old definitions of success, and finding meaning in movement through changing seasons of life. SPONSOR: Cure Hydration. Staying hydrated isn't just about water — you also need electrolytes. Real ingredients. Real hydration. Visit curehydration.com/INSPIREDSOLES for 20% off.  Connect with Darolyn: Instagram: @darolynwalkerFacebook: @darolyn.walker.7Connect with Carolyn: Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.

    53 min
  4. 289. Waldo Cheung, MPT MSc | Do Running Shoes Really Matter? (And What Matters More)

    5 mai

    289. Waldo Cheung, MPT MSc | Do Running Shoes Really Matter? (And What Matters More)

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text I’m joined by returning guest Waldo Cheung—physiotherapist, educator with The Running Clinic, and one of my go-to voices for the science of running—for a timely conversation on shoes, injury risk, and what actually matters most. We explore the shift from the minimalist shoe movement of the early 2010s to today’s super shoe era, and whether all this innovation has meaningfully changed how and why runners get injured. Waldo shares what he’s seeing clinically, how footwear may influence (but not determine) injury patterns, and why training load—more than anything on your feet—remains the biggest driver of both performance and breakdown. If you’ve ever wondered whether your shoes are helping, hurting, or just distracting you from the bigger picture, this one’s for you. PROJECT-99 Application Form: https://forms.gle/h3fihkbD3Ag8J3UF6 Connect with Waldo: Instagram: @rehabinapinchWebsite: https://runrehab.pro/LinkedIn: rehabinapinchWaldo's previous Inspired Soles episodes 209: Understanding & Managing Running-Related Pain174: Shoes, Technology, Research & Masters RunningResources Waldo mentioned: The Running Clinic Course: https://therunningclinic.com/Minimalist index: https://therunningclinic.com/minimalist-index/@thepostrunsnackConnect with Carolyn: Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.

    1 h 24 min
  5. 288. Brant Stachel | The Hard Truths Runners Need to Hear (But Don’t Always Want To)

    28 avr.

    288. Brant Stachel | The Hard Truths Runners Need to Hear (But Don’t Always Want To)

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Brant Stachel returns for a powerful conversation about the hard truths runners need to hear — and why they matter. A mental performance coach, registered psychotherapist, and author of Fast and Free: Mindset Training for Endurance Athletes, Brant has a unique ability to challenge athletes while still meeting them with empathy and understanding. In this episode, we explore the many counterintuitive principles of endurance training — from slowing down to get faster, to the reality that fitness is built in recovery — along with the uncomfortable patterns that often hold runners back.  This is an honest, thought-provoking conversation about growth, self-awareness, and what it really takes to reach your potential. If you’re ready to think differently about your training, this one’s for you. SPONSOR: Cure Hydration. Staying hydrated isn't just about water — you also need electrolytes. Real ingredients. Real hydration. Visit curehydration.com/INSPIREDSOLES for 20% off.  PROJECT-99 Application Form: https://forms.gle/h3fihkbD3Ag8J3UF6 Connect with Brant: EP 272 of Inspired Soles on his new book, Fast and FreeInstagram: @fastandfreecoaching @brant_stachelYouTube: @FastandFreeCoachingPodcast: The Fast and Free PodcastWebsite: runfastandfree.comConnect with Carolyn: Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.

    1 h 1 min

À propos

Inspired Soles is a podcast that fuels your passion for running and helps you achieve peak performance with every stride. Host Carolyn Coffin talks with industry experts, coaches, Olympians and everyday runners to educate and inspire you to take your running to the next level. 

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