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Trail Mix Cristina & Kara Piergentili
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Welcome to Trail Mix, the podcast crafted by runners, for runners. Join sisters Kara and Nina, both competitive athletes with a shared passion for pounding the pavement and hitting the trails.Nina, armed with a master's in nutrition and coaching credentials, brings her expertise to the conversation. Kara, a seasoned runner, adds her personal insights, creating a podcast that's 100% about running, 50% of the time.Get ready for candid discussions on nutrition, training strategies, and the ins and outs of the daily grind. This isn't your typical running podcast – it's an authentic, unfiltered look into the world of two dedicated athletes.No frills, no fluff. Just two running buddies sharing their experiences, knowledge, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a beginner lacing up for the first time, Trail Mix is your go-to source for all things running…and notStrap on your running shoes, hit play, and join Kara and Nina. Keep it wild!
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Social Media Woes and Treadmill Talk
A Wednesday upload can only mean one thing, both Nina and I have had a busy week of donut eating and injury prevention. We buckle down and talk about our social media woes (do we need a Tik Tok account?!), the pros and cons of supplementing some runs on a treadmill, and briefly discuss a new study on the effects a tight sports bras can have on your breathing.Sports Bra Study: https://journals.lww.com/acsm-msse/abstract/9900/sports_bra_restriction_on_respiratory_mechanics.466.aspxIf you or som...
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Strength Training and a Legging Review
This week we cover many topics:Get an update on Nina's injuryA Reebok legging reviewWhat our strength routines look like and how to plan yoursEating Disorder Awareness WeekIf you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder here is a link to resources. Eating Disorder Resources. RSVP to Mug Club!Connect with us: @trailmix_pod on Instagram, Follow Nina and KaraLooking for a coach or sports nutritionist? Nina's your girl!Support us on Patreon! Thank you!!Join the gear swap!&nb...
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Pre and Post Run Fueling, AG1 Review, How to Plan a Race Season
We BACK! Ok...so we went biweekly for February...thanks for sticking with us! We cover all the good stuff this week including: How Nina is fueling her runsA (hot take?) AG1 reviewHow we plan our racing seasonWhy Kara shouldn't be allowed to have subscription servicesWe also have a Nutrition Corner this week covering how and why it's important to fuel right after your runs. Help Maddie raise money for the Joslin Diabetes Center and the High Hopes Fund as she prepares to run the Boston Mar...
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Good Ole Fashioned Catch Up
Aye! We back baby, sorry for the unintentional week hiatus...life happens and we are busy folk outside of this podcast. This week on the Trail Mix podcast it's a good ole fashioned catch up. We do some catching up with each other, tend to some housecleaning, and make 2 big and exciting announcements. Check it out! Help Maddie raise money for the Joslin Diabetes Center and the High Hopes Fund as she prepares to run the Boston Marathon.Connect with us: @trailmix_pod on Instagram, Fol...
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Burnt Out and Injured, 'tis the season
Help Maddie raise money for the Joslin Diabetes Center and the High Hopes Fund as she prepares to run the Boston Marathon.Women who inspire us: Katie Grossman Connect with us: @trailmix_pod on Instagram, Follow Nina and KaraLooking for a coach or sports nutritionist? Nina's your girl!Support us on Patreon! Thank you!!Join the gear swap! Got a question or topic suggestion? Send us an email trailmixsisters@gmail.comKeep it wild!
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Patreon! Gel Review! Cold Weather Kits!
Help Maddie raise money for the Joslin Diabetes Center and the High Hopes Fund as she prepares to run the Boston Marathon. Connect with us: @trailmix_pod on Instagram, Follow Nina and KaraLooking for a coach or sports nutritionist? Nina's your girl!Support us on Patreon! Thank you!!Join the gear swap! Got a question or topic suggestion? Send us an email trailmixsisters@gmail.comKeep it wild!