Inspired Soles

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

    1 day ago

    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.

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

    26 May

    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
  3. 291. John Gay | Olympic Steeplechaser on Injury, Identity & His Marathon Debut

    19 May

    291. John Gay | Olympic Steeplechaser on Injury, Identity & His Marathon Debut

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Olympian steeplechaser John Gay joins the show ahead of his marathon debut at the Ottawa Marathon. We dive into his journey through a challenging stretch of injuries, and how it forced him to rethink training, rebuild confidence, and lean on his support system — including his wife Camille, his coach Jon Green, and fellow athletes/friends. We also explore his evolution from Olympic finalist in the 3000m steeplechase to first-time marathoner, what it means to start a new chapter in his running career, and what he’s learned from hosting The Shakeout Podcast. Connect with John & The Shakeout Podcast: Instagram: @John_e_gay, @ShakeoutPodcastThe Shakeout PodcastLive podcast recording at the Ottawa Race Weekend Expo Friday, May 22nd @ 6:00 PM ESTWorld Athletics: https://worldathletics.org/athletes/canada/john-gay-14678397Connect 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.

    1hr 13min
  4. 290. Cassandra de Winter | Top Canadian at Boston in Just Her 3rd Marathon

    12 May

    290. Cassandra de Winter | Top Canadian at Boston in Just Her 3rd Marathon

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text 32-year-old Cassandra de Winter ran 2:34:43 in the 2026 Boston Marathon professional field to finish as the top Canadian woman — a nearly five-minute PB in just her third marathon. Cassandra shares her remarkable rise in both road and trail running, her background in rugby and powerlifting, and what it looks like to self-coach while raising three young children alongside a deeply supportive husband. We also talk about the difficult decision to withdraw from the Oldman Backyard Ultra due to SI joint issues, after using the event to raise funds for Youth One, a Lethbridge-based organization providing free mentorship and support services for youth ages 11–18. 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 Cassandra: Instagram: @cassdewinter.runs Website: https://cassruns.com/Connect 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.

    1hr 26min
  5. 289. Waldo Cheung, MPT MSc | Do Running Shoes Really Matter? (And What Matters More)

    5 May

    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.

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

    28 Apr

    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.

    1hr 1min
  7. 287. Boston Marathon Recap: Gutsy Racing, No Watch & Falling Back in Love with Marathoning

    22 Apr

    287. Boston Marathon Recap: Gutsy Racing, No Watch & Falling Back in Love with Marathoning

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Johnny is back (basically a co-host at this point) for a  recap from the 130th running of the Boston Marathon. We go deep on everything: training, travel chaos, race weekend energy, my live show with Jeff Cunningham, and of course, the races themselves. Johnny took a bold swing on the early downhills and paid for it with a tough second half, while I ran entirely on effort—no watch—and somehow managed to hit every goal, including a Boston Qualifier. It’s a long one (2:40—same as Johnny’s finish time), a little emotional, and very much a time capsule of a weekend we won’t forget. Connect with Johnny: Instagram: @bestjohnnyeverPrevious podcast appearance discussedEP 279: Reflecting on the Season of Deep ConversationsEP: 271: The Marathon Project: PBs, DNFs & Perspective Connect 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.

    2h 43m
  8. 286. LIVE from Boston with Jeff Cunningham: Stories, Strategy & Marathon Monday Predictions

    19 Apr

    286. LIVE from Boston with Jeff Cunningham: Stories, Strategy & Marathon Monday Predictions

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Recorded in person in Boston ahead of our live show, Carolyn and Jeff Cunningham break down everything you need to know heading into the Boston Marathon. From course insights and race day conditions to memorable moments and elite predictions, this episode is all about the energy, excitement, and anticipation of Marathon Monday. Connect with Jeff: Consistently Good Podcast Instagram: @jdcunningham97 @cunninghamrunning @theconsistentlygoodpodcastConnect 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.

    27 min
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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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  • Creator
    Carolyn Coffin
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    294
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Inspired Soles
  • Show Website
    Inspired Soles

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