Run Your Story Podcast Allison Gaillard

In this episode of Run Your Story, host Allison Gaillard interviews Marci Goldberg, who shares her unique journey from being a competitive swimmer to becoming a triathlete.Marci talks about the importance of family, how she transitioned into running and triathlons, and the lessons she has learned along the way. She discusses the challenges and joys of participating in various races, including marathons and Ironman events.Marci also touches on her favorite race memories, her blog detailing her...

This podcast episode features an interview with Valerie Guy, a high school running coach who shares her unconventional journey into running and coaching. Initially not athletic and a smoker, Valerie's life changed when she met her husband, Justin, who introduced her to various physical activities.Motivated to quit smoking in 2015, she took up running starting with the Couch to 5k program alongside her family. Despite early struggles, Valerie persevered, eventually running her first race and t...

In this episode of Run Your Story Podcast, host Allison Gaillard interviews Sarah Rice, a mother, author, and runner with a compelling story of overcoming an eating disorder through running.Sarah discusses how running transitioned from an unhealthy coping mechanism to a source of joy and a way to honor her body and spirit.She shares insights from her book 'Gospel-Shaped Womanhood', covering topics on identity, body image, and finding balance between exercise and life's other demands.Sarah's s...

This podcast features an engaging conversation between Allison Gaillard and Joanne Parker, who shares her passion for running, CrossFit, and living a healthy lifestyle despite having type 1 diabetes.Joanne recounts her athletic journey from swimming and track in high school to embracing motherhood and maintaining fitness by participating in triathlons, running events, and eventually finding a love for CrossFit.She discusses the impact of her diabetes diagnosis on her exercise routine, the imp...

This podcast episode features an engaging conversation with Kelly, a passionate runner whose journey began as a way to cope with her father's passing.She shares her transformation from a casual runner to completing marathons, highlighting the significance of VIP running experiences and the supportive role of her running bestie.Kelly delves into the therapeutic aspects of running, the lessons learned about personal strength, and her favorite races, including the memorable California Internatio...

In this episode of Run Your Story, Alison Gaillard sits down with Dr. Jonathan Yoder, a doctor from Victory Health and a missionary with an intriguing running story.They discuss how Dr. Yoder, who is known for his holistic approach to health and his aid work around the globe, got into running, the benefits he's experienced, and his adventures in running, including running barefoot in Africa and healing his knee with a bee sting.They also touch on Victory Health's initiative in supporting the ...