Still Becoming

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Still Becoming is a show for anyone who refuses to settle with age. Hosted by distance runner Bobby Olivera, this is a podcast that dives into the training, recovery, purpose and passion that drives athletes and creators long after the world expects them to slow down. Through stories from people redefining their prime- from their late 30's to their 70s- you'll find insight, encouragement, and proof that your journey still matters. THis isn't about going back to who you were. It's about becoming who you're meant to be now. Because your story isn't over --- it's still being written.

  1. 12H AGO

    Still Becoming: The Ego

    In this episode of Still Becoming, Bobby explores the difficult but necessary battle of learning how to manage the ego in training, fitness, and everyday life. He reflects on how the desire to constantly push harder, prove yourself, and chase intensity can slowly lead athletes toward burnout, injury, frustration, and eventually questioning their own potential. Drawing from his current marathon training, Bobby shares how different his approach has become compared to previous years. Instead of turning every run into a test, he talks about learning to stay patient, trust the process, and follow a long-term plan — even when workouts feel “too easy” or boring. He explains how the ego often convinces people that if a workout doesn’t feel hard enough, then it doesn’t count, when in reality consistent and controlled training is often what creates the biggest breakthroughs over time. The episode also touches on how stress accumulates from more than just workouts. Sleep, work, family life, emotional stress, and daily responsibilities all contribute to overall fatigue, even if athletes feel physically capable of pushing more. Bobby emphasizes the importance of listening to those signals instead of ignoring them for the sake of pride or validation. He also discusses the danger of comparing yourself to elite athletes or social media narratives that glorify nonstop intensity and massive training loads. Through personal experience, Bobby explains that success is not built through constant destruction, but through balance, patience, recovery, and sustainable consistency. Ultimately, “The Ego” is a conversation about maturity, self-awareness, and learning how to pursue long-term success without letting ego take control of the journey.

    11 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Still Becoming: Together "What actually constitutes a good workout?"

    In this first episode of our new monthly segment, Still Becoming: Together, Rachel joins the show to explore a simple question that turned into a much deeper conversation: What actually constitutes a good workout? For years, fitness and movement have meant very different things to both of us. Bobby comes from a high-performance running background rooted in competition, pushing limits, and constantly chasing improvement. Rachel approaches movement from a much more grounded and sustainable perspective—through dance, strength training, enjoyment, and simply staying active in ways that feel fulfilling. Throughout the episode, we unpack how those two viewpoints sometimes clash, sometimes complement each other, and ultimately help us grow together. We discuss: Why many people feel like workouts “don’t count” unless they are intense The pressure culture surrounding fitness and performance The difference between exercising for joy versus exercising for achievement How identity can become deeply tied to performance Injury, burnout, and learning to redefine movement over time Why movement should not be reserved only for elite athletes The importance of preserving passions without shame or comparison Rachel also shares her background in musical theatre, dance, and performance arts, along with why running never became her primary passion despite being surrounded by it. Bobby reflects on how his relationship with running shifted after injury, aging, and years of believing workouts only mattered if they involved suffering, sacrifice, or measurable progress. One of the biggest themes throughout this conversation is that there is no single “correct” way to pursue fitness. For some people, it may be marathon training or chasing ambitious goals. For others, it may be walking, dancing, strength classes, or simply finding movement that helps them reconnect with themselves. This episode is less about telling people how to work out and more about encouraging listeners to rethink their relationship with movement, expectations, and personal growth. Whether your workouts are intense or casual, structured or imperfect, competitive or creative—you are still becoming. Welcome to Still Becoming: Together.

    23 min

  3. MAY 6

    What if not feeling ready is part of becoming?

    This week’s episode explores the unexpected emotional weight that can follow a big commitment. After signing up for a marathon, I expected to feel excitement, clarity, maybe even pride. Instead, what showed up was doubt, pressure, and a quiet sense of “what did I just do?” We don’t talk enough about this part. The moment after the decision, when the reality sets in and you realize there’s no going back. It’s easy to assume that if something is right, it should feel good immediately. But what if that’s not true? What if commitment doesn’t create confidence, but instead reveals everything that’s still uncertain? This episode sits in that space. Not trying to fix the feeling, not trying to rush into motivation, but instead asking a different question: what if not feeling ready is actually part of becoming? Because maybe the discomfort isn’t a warning sign. Maybe it’s a signal that you’re stepping into something that requires more from you. Maybe it means you’re growing into a version of yourself that hasn’t fully formed yet. Right now, I don’t feel fully confident. I don’t feel completely certain. But I’m still here. Still showing up. And maybe that’s the real shift—learning to stay committed even when it doesn’t feel good yet

    10 min

  4. APR 29

    The Gap Between Commitment and Belief

    This week’s episode explores the unexpected emotions that can surface after making a big commitment. After signing up for the marathon, I expected to feel excited, confident, and fully locked in—but instead, I felt anxious, uncertain, and honestly a little disconnected from the moment. That gap between expectation and reality is something we don’t talk about enough. In this episode, I open up about the pressure that comes with chasing a goal like running in the 2:20s, and the quiet fear that all the work might still fall short of the validation I’m hoping for. It’s not about negativity—it’s about honesty. What does it mean when you commit to something big and don’t immediately feel ready? Does that mean you’re not prepared, or does it mean you care more than ever? Rather than trying to force confidence, this conversation leans into a different approach: showing up without needing to feel perfect. I talk about learning to separate emotions from actions, staying present in the process, and allowing belief to build through consistency instead of expectation. This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to feel like the hero to take the next step. You don’t need everything to click before you begin. Sometimes growth looks like uncertainty, and progress starts with simply showing up anyway. If you’ve ever questioned yourself right after making a big decision, this one’s for you.

    12 min

  5. APR 22

    Holding It Together When Life Get Heavy

    In this episode of Still Becoming, I open up about what it looks like to keep showing up when life feels heavy. My family is walking through a challenging season right now—one that’s brought tough conversations, self-reflection, and moments where I’ve questioned myself more than I’d like to admit. It’s the kind of situation where you know you’re trying to do the right thing, but it still doesn’t feel clear or comfortable. Instead of having answers, I’ve been sitting in the uncertainty. There are moments I’ve wanted to check out, to escape the weight of it all, even just for a little while. But I’ve realized that real strength isn’t about having everything figured out—it’s about staying present when things feel out of control. This episode isn’t about solutions. It’s about honesty. It’s about recognizing that showing up still matters, even when you’re tired, unsure, or emotionally stretched. Whether it’s going for a run, being there for your family, or simply facing the day without all the answers—those small acts of consistency are what carry us forward. If you’re in a season where things feel heavy, you’re not alone. You don’t have to solve everything today. Just focus on what it looks like to show up, right here, right now. Because sometimes becoming isn’t about fixing everything—it’s about staying when it would be easier to walk away.

    10 min

  6. APR 15

    Trusting the Work You Can't See Yet

    In this episode of Still Becoming, I talk about a phase that doesn’t get enough attention—the part of the journey where you’re doing everything right, but it doesn’t feel like progress. There are days where you show up, put in the work, and stay disciplined… but instead of feeling strong or accomplished, it just feels quiet. Controlled. Almost too easy. And that’s where doubt starts to creep in. We’ve been conditioned to believe that progress has to feel intense. That if it’s not hard, fast, or exhausting, it must not be working. But the truth is, some of the most important growth happens in these quieter phases—the ones that don’t look impressive from the outside. I share a recent run where everything felt smooth but heavy, and how that led me to question if I was doing enough. But later, I realized those are the exact moments that build real strength—the kind that shows up when it matters most. This episode is about learning to trust that process. Not rushing ahead. Not forcing more. Just staying committed to the work in front of you, even when it doesn’t feel like it’s paying off yet. Because the work that changes you the most… is usually the work no one sees.

    10 min

  7. APR 8

    Still Becoming: Don't Rush the Chapter You're In

    In this episode of Still Becoming, I talk about something that doesn’t get enough attention—what it feels like when things are actually going right, but your mind keeps trying to pull you forward anyway. Lately, I’ve been in a good place. Training is steady, life feels aligned, and there’s a rhythm to what I’m doing. But even in that, I’ve noticed this quiet urge to jump ahead… to do more, to speed things up, to chase the next level before this one is complete. That second-guessing voice can be convincing. It makes you question if you’re doing enough or if you’re falling behind. But what I’m starting to realize is that the real work isn’t always about adding more—it’s about staying committed to what’s already working. There’s a discipline in that. A kind of strength that comes from resisting the urge to rush the process. This episode is about learning how to stay. Staying in the phase you’re in. Staying with the habits that are building you. Staying long enough for the work to actually take root. I also share a simple weekly challenge: for the next seven days, when that voice tells you to do more or move faster, pause—and choose to stay the course instead. Because maybe growth isn’t about getting ahead. Maybe it’s about trusting where you are… and realizing you’re not stuck—you’re still becoming.

    10 min

  8. MAR 31

    Still Becoming Interview with Chris Streight

    In this episode, Bobby sits down with Chris Strait for a thoughtful conversation about longevity, identity, and what it means to keep showing up as an athlete over time. Chris shares his experience as a lifelong cyclist, runner, and outdoor athlete, reflecting on how movement has remained a core part of his life even as age, recovery, and injury have changed the way he trains. Together, Bobby and Chris explore the balance between data and intuition, discussing how heart rate, sleep tracking, and structured training can be helpful tools without becoming something that overrides self-awareness. Chris also opens up about a major mountain biking crash that left him with a serious humerus injury, and how that experience reshaped his relationship with recovery, adaptation, and resilience. A major theme throughout the episode is learning how to let go of ego while still staying committed to growth. Chris talks about accepting that performance changes with age, while continuing to find joy in the process, the outdoors, and the discipline of showing up. Bobby connects that message to his own running journey, recovery, and questions about how to keep progressing without losing sight of what really matters. This conversation is about more than training. It’s about consistency, community, and adjusting without giving up. At its core, this episode offers an honest and encouraging reminder that the goal is not perfection, but continuing to move forward with purpose and perspective.

    39 min
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Still Becoming is a show for anyone who refuses to settle with age. Hosted by distance runner Bobby Olivera, this is a podcast that dives into the training, recovery, purpose and passion that drives athletes and creators long after the world expects them to slow down. Through stories from people redefining their prime- from their late 30's to their 70s- you'll find insight, encouragement, and proof that your journey still matters. THis isn't about going back to who you were. It's about becoming who you're meant to be now. Because your story isn't over --- it's still being written.

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  • Creator
    runnerbob77
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © runnerbob77
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