This episode marks a transition for the Run To the Top Podcast; after two years of hosting, Stephanie is passing the baton to RunnersConnect Coach, Claire Bartholic, who many of you already know. In addition to coaching for RC, Claire was interviewed on Run To The Top in September of 2018 about plant-based eating for performance. And listeners of the RunnersConnect Extra Kick podcast will recognize Claire from her contributions of bite-sized wisdom on all sorts of running related topics.
Claire has run 2:58 in the marathon and will share with us how she balances her training, her work, and her non-running life. And she will also give us a bit of insight into what she plans for this next chapter of the Run To The Top podcast.
All of us at RunnersConnect want to thank Stephanie for her hard work, dedication, and great content during her time as host. As she turns the chair over to Claire in this episode, we will learn what Stephanie has on her horizon and she will share with us her favorite episodes from the past two years.
Thank you again, Stephanie, and we wish you all the very best.
Questions Stephanie asks Claire:
2:04 What is your history with RunnersConnect and background as a runner?
3:58 How long have you been working with RunnersConnect?
4:14 What does being coached by RunnersConnect look like?
5:58 What are your plans for Run To The Top?
6:56 Can you share with us any upcoming guests?
7:58 What else can we expect with Run To The Top?
Questions Claire asks Stephanie:
9:02 What are your favorite episodes you have hosted?
8:13 What tips do you have for me moving forward with the podcast?
20:08 What’s next for you?
23:11 What’s the best way for people to connect with you?
24:43 Final Kick Round:
- What is your favorite local training run (location, starting point, parking, distance, terrain and safety issues)?
- Favorite running book(s)?
- Who or what would you like to have featured on the Run To The Top podcast?
Quotes by Claire and Stephanie:
“Running took a very long time to become something that I loved.” – Claire
“I basically stalked RunnersConnect for years before finally becoming one of their athletes because I really loved all their research-backed training advice.” – Claire
“Honestly, I love coaching more than I ever loved running for myself.” – Claire
“It’s wonderful that we have such a broad audience that people listen from all around the world.” – Stephanie
“It’s pretty much documented that being able to get some time at a higher altitude can really benefit you for a short period of time even if you’re a lowland runner.” – Stephanie
“It’s been so much fun for me to host this podcast. It really is a gift to be able to talk to people who are so inspiring and education for me as an individual and also to know how listeners are going to be able to grow from the information that’s being provided here at Run To The Top.” -Stephanie
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Mentioned in this podcast:
Run To The Top Winners Circle Facebook Community
Stephanie’s Favorite Run To The Top interviews:
The Great Bangladesh Global Run
Art Zemach and Mark Cucuzzella
Book: Endure by Alex Hutchinson
Follow Stephanie on:
Text (North America): 510-261-8671
Text (International) via What’s App: 1-510- 261-8671
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