Best Hosted By Sara Seven Podcasts (2025)

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EP. 202 - The Foundation Formula: Structuring Your Post-Season for Peak Performance 27:46

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Don't just run; run smarter. In this essential episode, Coach Sara breaks down the fundamental structure of a successful running year. She covers the often-misunderstood Off-Season, dives deep into effective Base Building strategies, and discusses the season between, the flexible season!. Learn the foundation formula that protects you from burnout …

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Mitchell Silk and his book A Seat at the Table 33:32

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On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Mitchell A. Silk, author of “A Seat at the Table: An Inside Account of Trump's Global Economic Revolution.” Mr. Silk served as assistant secretary for International Markets at the US Department of the Treasury and was the first Hassidic Jew to ever serve in a presidential…

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Barbara Bensoussan and her book Seven Blessings and a Murder - Encore 19:57

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Author and Mishpacha magazine writer Barbara Bensoussan is featured on this encore episode of “613 Books” podcast, discussing her mystery, “Seven Blessings and a Murder.”This is a thrilling novel featuring a colorful assortment of family members from England, France, and the U.S. who converge in Jerusalem for the wedding. Some of the relatives are …

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EP. 201 - Four Common Half-Marathon Mistakes And How To Avoid Them! (Re-release) 41:16

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The half-marathon distance is one of the best race distances to race, and it’s also a race distance that many don’t properly train for! In this episode, Coach Sara shares four common half-marathon mistakes and how to avoid them! How to Structure a Training Plan How to get the most of the Long Run How to Pace a Half Marathon How to Avoid Running Too…

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Sara Miriam Gross and Her Book Invisible Tribe - Encore 30:53

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Author, Editor and Copywriter Sara Miriam Gross is the featured guest on this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast, and we are talking about her terrific book, “Invisible Tribe.”It’s a collection of fictional stories that explore the tough, messy, and even funny situations that children who have lost a parent sometimes find themselves in. These di…

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EP. 200 - How to overcome race day obstacles with Julia Armstrong 51:35

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Julia is back on the podcast! We catch up on what she’s been up to over the last six months, and how to overcome race day obstacles! Julia has had her fair share of things outside of her control showing up on race morning. In this episode, we talk about: How to separate the disappointment of race day and the success of training The mental strategie…

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EP. 199 - From 2:04 to 1:28, 3 Changes That Made Me a Faster Half-Marathoner 50:53

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You're chasing that breakthrough PR, but found yourself either stuck, plateaued or moving backwards. In this episode, Coach Sara breaks down the three non-negotiables that powered her incredible journey from a 2:04 half-marathon runner to a 1:28 powerhouse. We reveal the exact strategies behind: Unwavering Consistency: Why showing up consistently i…

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Lesley Kaplan and Power Talks with Women Entrepreneurs 36:42

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On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean welcomes back Lesley Kaplan, a business strategy, branding and goal-achieving coach. Lesley has recently published a dynamic and instructive book called, “Power Talks with Women Entrepreneurs: A Collection of Inspiring Success Stories and Secrets from Women in Business." The wide-ra…

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EP. 198 - Beyond the Watch: The Runner's Skill of Active Listening (and Why Slowing Down Makes You Faster) 1:09:00

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In this episode, we cover: The "Good Hard" vs. "Bad Hard" Test: How to instantly know when to push through a tough mile and when to stop a run to prevent a minor niggle from becoming a major injury. Mastering the Talk Test: Learn to use conversation as your most reliable, objective metric for ensuring your Easy Runs are truly easy—the non-negotiabl…

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EP. 197 - Beyond the Watch Series: Mastering the Skill of Patience 44:34

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Every runner wants to get faster, but what if the pursuit of speed is actually slowing you down? In this essential episode, Coach Sara kicks off the Running Skill Sets series by exploring the transformative power of Patience. We'll dive into: Why the body needs a long view to adapt to training stress. The connection between rushing and your most fr…

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Raquel Kirszenbaum and her Book Stop Hurting, Start Healing Encore Part Two 32:46

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This episode of “613 Books” podcast, is PART 2 of producer/host Heather Dean’s interview with author and international speaker, Raquel Kirszenbaum about her new book, “Stop Hurting, Start Healing.”This is both a self-help book and memoir which takes readers on her dynamic quest from despair and difficulty to resilience and happiness.Raquel addresse…

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EP. 196 - The Chicago Marathon 2025 Recap 1:05:09

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Coach Sara reflects on her experience at the 2025 Chicago Marathon—sharing what’s changed since her last race three years ago. She dives into her race strategy, mindset, and how her body held up over 26.2 miles, and gives a glimpse of what’s next. Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Youtube Music Connect with us: elevateyourrunning.com Elev…

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Raquel Kirszenbaum and her Book Stop Hurting, Start Healing Encore Part One 33:59

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On this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer/host Heather Dean interviews author and international speaker, Raquel Kirszenbaum about her book, “Stop Hurting, Start Healing.”This is both a self-help book and memoirs which takes readers on her dynamic quest from despair and difficulty to resilience and happiness. From the very first page, Raquel’…

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Episode 218: Faith, Fitness, and Resilience with Sara Isabella 1:06:50

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In this week’s interview episode of the M3 podcast, I am joined by my friend and aspiring naturopathic doctor, Sara Isabella. We delve into our journeys in the sport of powerlifting, sharing our motivations, challenges, and rewarding experiences. Sarah discusses her passion for a holistic approach to health and fitness, her personal battles with de…

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EP. 195 - 3 Crucial Strategies to Master Your Next Marathon 46:32

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Don't just run your next marathon—master it. Even after seven successful finishes, a coach is always learning! Join me as I reveal the top three crucial adjustments I'm making to my training and race day plan for my eighth marathon. Listen in to discover how to shift your race day from simply surviving to truly thriving on race day! Where to Listen…

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Episode 217: Lose the Weight and Keep It Off for Good! 14:06

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In this week's solo episode of the M3 Podcast, I address the common questions of how to lose weight and keep it off. I discuss the pitfalls of fad diets and shares five essential tips: prioritizing nutrition quality and portion control, strength training regularly, maintaining an active daily lifestyle, managing sleep and stress, and building a sus…

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EP. 194 - Beyond the Pavement: Conquering High Altitude Racing with Hailey Fisher 1:17:27

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Hailey is back on the podcast this week sharing her most recent adventure, completing the Imogene Pass Race from Ouray to Telluride, Colorado ~ over 16 miles above 8.000 feet. She shares her experience, how she prepared for the race, why she took a break from road racing and what's next! This is an episode not to miss! Where to Listen: Apple Podcas…

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Episode 216: Fuel Your Performance and Train Smarter with Shane Dempsey 1:33:35

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In this week's interview episode on the M3 podcast, I welcome fitness expert, Shane Dempsey, to discuss his inspiring journey through fitness coaching, overcoming an autoimmune disorder, and maintaining peak physical health. We go deep in the topic of biomechanics and physiological phenomenons and Shane shares insights on training methodology, the …

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EP. 193 - 3 Secrets I Use in My Training to Build Unshakeable Confidence! 45:02

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You're in peak shape, but the mental doubts are starting to creep in. I know the feeling. On this week's episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on how I've built unshakeable confidence and momentum in my own training. I'll share three key strategies I've learned over the past few years that have helped me overcome plateaus and chase down my biggest …

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Episode 215: Seven Lessons Therapy Taught Me 20:36

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In this week's solo episode, I share even powerful lessons I learned from therapy that have significantly shifted my mindset and motivated both internal and external changes. I discuss the importance of taking action over merely thinking, stepping out of comfort zones, making small impactful choices, understanding that fear signifies importance, na…

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Rabbi Bentzion Kravitz and his book Know What to Answer When Someone Challenges Your Faith: Tishrei 23:33

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On this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Rabbi Bentzion Kravitz, the Founder of Jews for Judaism. Rabbi Kravitz’s book, “Know What to Answer When Someone Challenges Your Faith.”In this interview, Rabbi Kravitz addresses several Tishrei-related topics from “Know What to Answer,” giving us much to ponder as we journey …

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EP. 192 - Longevity, Mindset, and Performance Hacks for Masters Runners with Stephanie Dyer 1:15:19

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This week, we're sitting down with Stephanie Dyer, a true Grand Master's Runner who has completed over 30 marathons across three decades. Age hasn't slowed her down—in fact, she's only gotten better with time! In this episode, Stephanie shares her best advice on how to maintain longevity in the sport, cultivate a strong and positive mindset, and ge…

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Rabbi Levi Shmotkin and his book Letters for Life - Interview Part 2 19:52

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This is Part 2 of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean’s interview with Chasidic scholar and educator, Rabbi Levi Shmotkin, author of “Letters for Life: Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe.”In the universal quest for coping with the inevitable challenges that threaten our peace of mind, and after years of studying the R…

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Episode 214: Overcoming Emotional Eating with Holly Bertone - Insights from an FBI Counterintelligence Expert 50:19

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In this week's interview episode of the M3 Podcast, I welcome Holly Bertone, a former FBI Counterintelligence Chief of Staff turned holistic health coach, sharing that it comes down to threats and patterns in both the FBI and fitness world. Holly shares her captivating journey from her career in the FBI to addressing emotional eating issues. Our di…

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EP. 191 - How to Prepare for Travel Race Season 52:02

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Whether it's your first or thirteenth travel race, this podcast episode highlights all the things to consider when traveling racing! Is Travel Racing Right for You? Pre-Race Preparation, Travel Check-list, Travel Day Considerations+ more! Thank you to our sponsors: PR Labs: PR Recovery Lab is here for you! Do you need that added boost of recovery t…

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Rabbi Levi Shmotkin and his book Letters for Life 24:17

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On this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Chasidic scholar and educator, Rabbi Levi Shmotkin, author of “Letters for Life: Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe.”In the universal quest for coping with the inevitable challenges that threaten our peace of mind, and after years of studying the Rebbe’…

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Episode 213: Learn the Foundations to Fitness 21:46

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In this week's solo episode of the M3 podcast, I dig into the essential elements of starting a fitness journey. I discuss the importance of nutrition, particularly protein intake, and the concept of macronutrient tracking-as I introduce the 4-week "Foundations-to-Fitness" course. I designed this course to help new clients build a strong nutritional…

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EP. 190 - Run Stronger After 40, 5 Recovery Essentials with Coach Sara (interview by Dr. Duane Scotti) 48:07

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This week's episode is a bit different - this is a replay from Dr. Duane Scotti's podcast, The Healthy Runner Podcast. We discuss the top 5 recovery essentials that every aging runner needs to show up happy, strong, and recovered while chasing big goals. Enjoy! Dr. Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD, OCS is a running physical therapist, run coach, host of the …

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Rivkah Lambert Adler and her book Adrift Among the Nations Interview Part Two 23:17

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This episode of “613 Books” podcast is PART TWO of producer Heather Dean’s interview with Dr. Rivkah Lambert Adler, a writer, book reviewer and adult educator whose most recently-published book is called “Adrift Among the Nations: Between Christianity and Torah.”This is a book about leaving Jesus by Dr. Lambert Adler who is a journalist, an educato…

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Episode 212: Make Moments Magical with Jamie Lovelynn 37:12

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In this week's interview episode of the M3 podcast, I welcome Jamie Lovelynn, an international artist and trauma-informed breathwork practitioner. Jamie, who has a robust background in biochemistry and corporate sales, shares her journey of transforming stress and survival into connection and fulfillment through art and breathwork. Our discussion g…

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EP. 189 - How to Elevate Your Mindset with Mental Skills Coach, Carrie Jackson 1:08:15

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Carrie Jackson is a mental skills training coach. She is the co-author of Rebound and the co-host of the Injured Athletes Podcast. In this episode, we dive into the mindset of an anxious athlete and how it presents itself on the start line. Struggling with race day nerves? Join us as I connect with Carrie Jackson about practical strategies to conqu…

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Rivkah Lambert Adler and her book Adrift Among the Nations 22:06

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On this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Rivkah Lambert Adler, a writer, book reviewer and adult educator whose most recently-published book is called “Adrift Among the Nations: Between Christianity and Torah.”This is a book about leaving Jesus by Dr. Adler who is a journalist, an educator, and an Orthodox Jew. In th…

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Episode 211: The Power of Taking a Pledge 14:27

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In this week's solo episode of the M3 podcast, I share some recent updates in my personal life and how it has led me to take a new pledge with sobriety from alcohol and self-harming. I share some recent struggles with changing and stopping medication, the significance of taking a pledge, and the impactful steps of creating accountability, strengthe…

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EP. 188 - Less is More: The Power of Strategic Undertraining 44:29

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Ever feel like you're not doing enough to prepare for your next race? In this episode, we flip the script on undertraining. Instead of seeing it as a failure, we explore how strategic undertraining can be your secret weapon. Join me as we discuss why a slightly less-than-perfect training cycle can lead to a stronger, healthier body and a sharper mi…

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Episode 210: Overcome Any Obstacle and Break Walls with Raheel Saddiqui 55:31

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In this powerful episode of the M3 podcast, I sit down with Wall Breaker, Raheel Saddiqui, to share his remarkable journey of losing over 200 pounds and overcoming numerous personal and physical challenges. From dealing with childhood obesity and bullying to experiencing significant setbacks, including the loss of his father and severe back injurie…

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EP. 187 - What You Need to Know about RED - S + Underfueling for Endurance Athletes with Registered Dietitian, Kristy Baumann (marathon.nutritionist on IG) 1:09:13

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Welcome to the August Elevate Your Running Team Call! I thought it would be fun to include you in our team call, and gain the same expertise as the Elevate athletes receive each month with our team discussion. This month, Kristy Baumann joins us to discuss the importance of fueling well to make you feel like it’s your superpower. We discuss: Why yo…

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Miriam Walfish and her book Bubby Karp and the Mystery at Ponderosa Pines 30:36

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On this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Miriam Walfish, whose most recently-published book is called “Bubby Karp and the Mystery at Ponderosa Pines.”When the main character, ‘Bubby Karp,’ agrees to fill in for the cook at Ponderosa Pines, she expects a fun-filled winter break with her grandchildren. Instead, they en…

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Episode 209: Unlocking Flow States Through Mind Mapping with Devon Seegers 56:26

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In this week's interview episode of the M3 podcast, I am joined by Devon Seegers- who is a yogi, producer, and transformational coach. Devon shares his journey of becoming a clarity coach and producer for visionaries, helping clients unlock flow states and overcome internal contradictions. The conversation delves into the concept of flow states, th…

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EP. 186 - If I Started Running Today, This Is What I Would Do and Buy! 55:26

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Running looked a lot different in 2005 when I started my running journey. In this week’s episode, I share practical suggestions and tips on what I would do and buy if I were starting over my running journey in 2025! This is a fun one, I hope you enjoy it. Thank you to our sponsors: PR Labs: PR Recovery Lab is here for you! Do you need that added bo…

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Episode 208: Supplements I Take and Why I Trust Them 27:41

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In this week's solo episode of the M3 Podcast, I'm excited to share the importance of supplements in enhancing movement, mindset, and medicine. I emphasize the role of protein as a fundamental building block for muscle, tendons, ligaments, and overall recovery. I explain and highlight my favorite supplements, including Level-1 protein, collagen wit…

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EP. 185 - Run with Confidence in the Era of Running Influencers and Social Media Saturation 1:16:26

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Fellow running coach Merilee Navarre is on the podcast this week to discuss the hot topic of running with confidence in an era of social media saturation and influencer culture. We'll dive into how to filter the noise, trust your unique journey, and find your stride without falling prey to comparison or unrealistic expectations. Tune in to learn pr…

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Rabbi Irwin Katsof and his book Living Dangerously 37:27

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On this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Rabbi Irwin Katsof, whose most recently-published book is called “Living Dangerously: My Struggle to Get Rich without Losing My Soul.”Rabbi Irwin Katsof thought had everything figured out by the time he was 35. He was driven by an insatiable hunger for financial success and ti…

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Episode 207: Why Fitness with Intention and Putting Clients First Matters Most with Alex Bush 48:13

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In this episode of the M3 Podcast, I welcome health and fitness coach Alex Bush. Alex shares his journey from coaching in college to co-founding Physique Development with his wife Sue. We dive deep into Alex's coaching philosophy that focuses on personalized care and genuine help, avoiding the more common pitfall of pushing clients too hard. Our di…

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EP. 184 - Injury Prevention Strategies for Running Longevity with Dr. Duane Scotti 1:08:45

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In this must-listen episode, your host Coach Sara Manderscheid sits down with physical therapist and run coach Dr. Duane Scotti, founder of Spark Healthy Runner, to explore how to make running a sustainable, lifelong pursuit. A leading expert in injury prevention for runners, Dr. Scotti shares his top strategies for adapting your training as you ag…

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Rabbi Nachman Seltzer and his book Missiles, Miracles and Mesiras Nefesh Part Two 24:38

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This episode of “613 Books” podcast is PART TWO of producer Heather Dean’s interview with Rabbi Nachman Seltzer. He is the bestselling author of well over fifty books, many of which are biographies, novels, collections of inspirational stories, and books about Jewish history.Rabbi Seltzer’s most recently-published books is called “Missiles, Miracle…

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Episode 206: Build the Body and the Mind 20:04

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In this episode of The M3 Podcast, I share a personal story about my journey in bodybuilding and the experiences from the recently concluded M3 challenge. My clients achieved significant mental and physical transformations through dedication to movement, mindset, and therapeutic practices. I also highlight my own competitive history, as I discuss t…

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EP. 183 - Finding Your Pace: Adapting Training to Life's Demands 58:43

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In this episode, we're diving deep into Personalizing Your Pace: How to Adjust Training for Life’s Demands. Forget the myth of the "perfect" training plan. We'll explore why flexibility isn't a weakness, but your greatest strength in staying consistent, preventing burnout, and avoiding injury. Tune in to discover practical strategies for: Honest Se…

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Rabbi Nachman Seltzer and his book Miracles, Missiles and Mesiras Nefesh Part One 21:35

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On this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer Heather Dean interviews Rabbi Nachman Seltzer, a bestselling author of well over fifty (!) books, many of which are biographies, novels, collections of inspirational stories, and books about Jewish history.Rabbi Seltzer’s most recently-published books is called “Miracles, Missiles and Mesiras Nefesh,…

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Episode 205: How Your Intuition Can Help You Heal with Cinderella De Groot 41:26

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In this episode of the M3 podcast, Cindy shares her inspiring journey from the Netherlands through global travels, multiple relocations, and personal reinvention. With a background in therapeutic intuitive coaching, psychology training, polyvagal therapy, and shamanic energy healing, Cindy delves into the nuances of intuitive coaching and the impor…

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EP. 182 - Debunking Marathon Myths: 5 Things That Won't Help Your Training 46:26

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Hey, fellow runners! In this episode, we're lacing up to tackle some of the most persistent marathon myths that just won't quit. As a running coach, I've heard them all, and today we're setting the record straight. Are you still clinging to what you think is the norm and it’s holding your training back? We're diving deep into five common "myths" th…