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. 284. Thomas Nobbs | From 2:12 to 2:09: Canada’s New 4th Fastest Marathoner

    3D AGO

    284. Thomas Nobbs | From 2:12 to 2:09: Canada’s New 4th Fastest Marathoner

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Canadian marathoner Thomas Nobbs joins the show after his breakthrough 2:09:25 win at the McKirdy Micro Marathon, moving him to 4th all-time in Canada. We unpack the training, patience, and mindset behind his massive leap. Connect with Thomas: Instagram: @nobbs.not.knobs @coach.nobbsCoaching: Team Run Run, @teamrunrunConnect 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.

    1h 6m
  2. 283. Do You Really Need a Run Coach? 1:1 Coaching vs Training Plans

    MAR 31

    283. Do You Really Need a Run Coach? 1:1 Coaching vs Training Plans

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Four experienced run coaches pull back the curtain on a real mentorship-group conversation to explore the pros, cons, and trade-offs of 1:1 coaching versus training plans—and help you decide what’s right 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.  Previous Episode with these coaches: Ep 227: Insights From 5 Expert Run CoachesConnect with Janelle Brade: Inspired Soles Interview: Ep 148: Level Up Your Mental GameWebsite: https://www.motivatedinmotion.com/Instagram: @motivated.in.motion @motivated.mrsConnect with Lynsey Romano: Inspired Soles Interviews: Ep 31: Why Runners Can't Afford to NOT Strength Train Ep 206: The Science of Marathon TaperingEp 221: Navigating Changes in the Coach-Athlete RelationshipWebsite: https://www.runcoach.org/ Instagram: @lynseyeromanoConnect with Jocelyn Fredine: Inspired Soles Interview: Ep 280: Strong at Every Stage | 5 Women on Running, Identity & Belonging (International Women's Day Special)Website: https://www.runcoach.org/ Instagram: @coach.jocelynConnect with Sarah Carroll: Inspired Soles Interview: Ep 218: How to Get Started (or Re-Started) With RunningWebsite: https://www.underdogscoaching.com/Instagram: @underdogs_coachingConnect 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.

    1h 5m
  3. 282. Sara Mandershied | A 2:55 and 4:35 Marathoner Should NOT Train the Same

    MAR 24

    282. Sara Mandershied | A 2:55 and 4:35 Marathoner Should NOT Train the Same

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text What does marathon training really look like across a nearly two-hour performance gap? In this episode, I’m joined by Sara Mandersheid to explore the key differences between coaching a 2:55 and a 4:35 Boston Qualifier. We dig into how factors like time on feet, long runs, workouts, fueling, recovery, and race day strategy should actually scale — and why a one-size-fits-all approach to marathon training often misses the mark. Along the way, Sara shares thoughtful truths about mileage, performance, and what really moves the needle — while also reminding us that joy has a place in the process. Whether you’re chasing a BQ or simply looking to train smarter, this conversation might just change how you think about your running. Connect with Sara: Instagram: @sayrahrunshappy @elevateyourrunningPodcast: Elevate Your Running Coaching: elevateyourrunning.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.

    1h 10m
  4. 281. Jacob Thomson | Boston Prep, Pacing the Pros & the NYC Half

    MAR 17

    281. Jacob Thomson | Boston Prep, Pacing the Pros & the NYC Half

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text This week, I’m joined by professional marathoner Jacob Thomson, coming off his race at the New York City Half Marathon. We unpack how the race played out, including the moment he found himself running solo, and what it all means with Boston just five weeks away. We also talk about his unique role pacing some of the best runners in the world, his top tips for tackling the Boston course, and his podcast Out and Back. And of course, we couldn’t help but weigh in on the buzz around Grant Fisher’s half marathon debut. 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 Jacob: Instagram: @jtcougars8 @runthomsontraining @out_n_backOut and Back Podcast Coaching: https://www.thomsontraining.run/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.

    1h 6m
  5. 280. Strong at Every Stage | 5 Women on Running, Identity & Belonging (International Women’s Day Special)

    MAR 6

    280. Strong at Every Stage | 5 Women on Running, Identity & Belonging (International Women’s Day Special)

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text In celebration of International Women’s Day, Carolyn speaks with five Canadian women runners from their 20s to their 60s about identity, belonging, and what running gives us at every stage of life. Their stories are different, but the threads that connect them may feel surprisingly familiar. Guests: Jazz Shukla (@peanutjazz) – Olympic 800m runnerJoelle Tomlinson (@joelle_t) – TV host and media personality, joelletomlinson.caJocelyn Fredine (@coach.jocelyn) – Athletic therapist and running coachShannon Wilson (@shannon72wilson) – Runner, triathlete, and palliative care professionalJudy Otto (@otto.jusdy) – Masters runner chasing a Boston qualifierConnect 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 3m
  6. 279. Johnny & Carolyn Coffin | Reflecting on the Season of Deep Conversations

    FEB 23

    279. Johnny & Carolyn Coffin | Reflecting on the Season of Deep Conversations

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text My frequent co-host (and husband!) Johnny Coffin is back on the mic for a deeper conversation about what the past few months have stirred up since The Marathon Project. From unpacking a tough DNF to reflecting on the themes emerging across recent podcast episodes, we explore identity, expectation management, and the patterns Johnny has noticed as I’ve processed it all in real time. We also share training updates with eight weeks to go until Boston — including Johnny’s upcoming 3000m and international half marathon — and how we’re supporting each other through this next build. Along the way, we reference Grossweiner’s Law and the now-infamous “meatloaf vs. pizza” analogy… which will all make sense by the end. Sponsor: Visit levermovement.com and use Inspired20 for 20% off OR use this link: https://levermovement.com/discount/Inspired20 Connect with Johnny: Instagram: @bestjohnnyeverPrevious Inspired Soles episodes:EP: 271: The Marathon Project: PBs, DNFs & Perspective EP 266: Chasing Big Goals at The Marathon ProjectEP 240: Sub-35 10K & Ottawa Race Weekend RecapEP 230: Ask Carolyn Anything + Colour Commentary from JohnnyEP224: Do You Control Strava, or Does It Control You?EP 211: Coffin's Chicago Marathon Recap: The Bodily Fluids EpisodeEP 202: Paris Olympic Track & Marathon Recap EP 55: Road to the 2021 Boston MarathonEP 12: Slow the BLEEP DownConnect with Carolyn: Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinLever MovementUse code Inspired20 at checkoutDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.You 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.

    1h 4m
  7. 278. Jeff Cunningham | Beyond Training Plans: Confidence, Comparison & Caring for the Whole Runner

    FEB 13

    278. Jeff Cunningham | Beyond Training Plans: Confidence, Comparison & Caring for the Whole Runner

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Jeff Cunningham returns for a deeper conversation about the parts of coaching that go far beyond workouts and race plans. We explore what happens when the real obstacle isn’t fitness, but confidence. When athletes are running 90+ miles per week but not fueling enough. When self-worth gets tangled up in race results. When comparison — amplified by social media — chips away at belief. Jeff shares how he navigates these challenges as a coach, especially when the issue isn’t physical but emotional — or when it falls outside of his own expertise. We talk about the danger of the success-or-failure mindset, what it really means to “stay on the path,” and how to rebuild trust in yourself after a disappointing performance. This episode is about caring for the whole runner — not just the one chasing a PR. If you’ve ever felt like your biggest hurdle wasn’t the training plan but your own self-doubt, this conversation is for you. Connect with Jeff: Instagram: @jdcunningham97Bat City Track ClubCunningham Running Jeff's Past Episodes on Inspired Soles: Episode 256 on Marathon Pacing Episode 217 with Polly (Jeff’s Canadian sub-elite athlete)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.

    1h 5m
  8. 277. Chris McClung | Why Every Runner Deserves Good Coaching — Inside "Running the Rogue Way"

    FEB 9

    277. Chris McClung | Why Every Runner Deserves Good Coaching — Inside "Running the Rogue Way"

    Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text What does “good coaching” really mean — and who deserves it? In this episode, I’m joined by running coach, podcast host, and Running Rogue founder Chris McClung for a wide-ranging conversation on the fundamentals that help runners improve without shortcuts. We talk about slowing down to get faster, training by feel, and why elite training principles should be accessible to every runner, regardless of pace or experience. Chris also shares behind-the-scenes insight into his new book, Running the Rogue Way: Elite Training Accessible to All, and the philosophy that has guided Rogue athletes for over two decades. Visit levermovement.com and use Inspired20 for 20% off OR use this link: https://levermovement.com/discount/Inspired20 Connect with Chris: Instagram: @roguechrisPodcast: Running RogueBook: Running the Rogue Way: Elite Training Accessible to AllPaperback HardcoverCanadaEbook at IndigoWebsite: runningrogue.comPrevious episode: Training for Hilly RacesConnect with Carolyn: Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinLever MovementUse code Inspired20 at checkoutDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.You 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.

    1h 3m
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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
    285
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Inspired Soles
  • Show Website
    Inspired Soles

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