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Run Canada Podcast

Kirsten Parker

The Run Canada Podcast celebrates runners from all walks of life and the community we create within this fantastic sport. Hosted by Kirsten Parker, this show is the perfect partner to get you inspired and laughing and best of all, it gets you out running this beautiful country we call home.

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S7 · E263
Saturday · 42 min
TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon Women's Training Group
As we get deeper into fall race season, I'm happy to share this recording from the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon Women's Training Group. Three years ago, Canada Running Series saw a need for more support for women training for the marathon and created this program to help fill that gap. It's an online community led by a coach, with weekly content designed to connect runners from across the country and provide support, encouragement, and connection throughout the training journey. Two of those wonderful participants, Anjali Anadkat and Gabriella Bueno, were kind enough to share their experiences and join Heather and me for a conversation about the ups and downs of training. Follow Heather @catchingheather @kardiaathletica Follow Anjali @anjalianadkat ----- EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉 https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 Theme Music: Joseph McDade
S6 · E263
September 26 · 47 min
Lisa Sweetman
Lisa Sweetman is the kind of person you connect with the moment you meet her. She's funny, upbeat, kind, and incredibly generous with her time and talent. You'd never guess what she's been through with her health to get where she is today. Lisa wants to say yes to as much as she can and make her life as full and exciting as possible. That commitment to going wherever the trail takes her has made her an ultra trail runner, a teacher, an entrepreneur, co-race director of 5 Peaks Ontario, and a married mom of two. Calling her life busy is an understatement, and yet she's always looking for new ways to give back to the community she loves. I hope you feel Lisa's joy and enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Follow Lisa @lisasweetrun Follow 5Peaks @5peaksrun ---- EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉 https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 Theme Music: Joseph McDade
S6 · E262
September 19 · 53 min
Suzie Boucher-Lemay
Suzie Boucher-Lemay is both very serious about her training and goals, and deeply committed to keeping running fun and enjoyable. This mother of two has to stay organized to find time to train and race ultramarathons while balancing work, home, and life's other priorities. She has a competitive spirit, but she's just as focused on being in the moment, having fun, and connecting with volunteers and other runners. That balance is the true gift of Suzie's personality: finding the fun in a tough race, taking a moment to turn off her headlamp and look at the stars during a challenging night segment, and knowing her limits when the bad outweighs the good on an insanely muddy course. Suzie talks all about her adventures and shares plenty of practical tips, both for trail newbies and for road runners who might fall in love with trails too. Follow Suzie @suzie.b.lemay ----- EPISODE SPONSOR: Événements Gaspesia Ultra Trail Forillon Désjardins returns this September for its 5th edition in the wild and breathtaking landscapes of Gaspésie, Quebec. Race director JF Tapp and his incredible team offer distances from 1 to 160 km between the sea and mountains, while you discover the rich history of an entire region through postcard-perfect scenery. Events under 45 km have no time limit, making this a fantastic race for first-timers and anyone who wants the space to take in the incredible landscape as they go. To learn more about Ultra Trail Forillon and the Gaspesia 100, taking place in June, visit www.gaspesia.org Theme Music: Joseph McDade
S6 · E261
September 5 · 34 min
Kristyn Carriere
Confession time. I love chocolate. I love it with a real passion. Like Bridgerton and Outlander kind of love. So when I found out I could use it to fuel my runs, all my dreams came true. Kristyn Carriere is co-founder of 7 Summit Snacks, a line of chocolate energy bars built to fuel you on the run. She started out as a food scientist specializing in chocolate, living abroad and racing as a road runner. When life brought her home to Canada, she teamed up with her sister — Team Canada athlete Leanna — to launch 7 Summit Snacks: fuel for every adventure and every taste bud. Kristyn shares her wild path to becoming a chocolate scientist and where she hopes this sweet adventure takes her next. Follow 7 Summit Snacks @7summitsnacks Fuel your next adventure at https://sevensummitssnacks.com/ RCP listeners can get free shipping on any order by using code Runcanada - thanks, Kristyn! ----- EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign-up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount not applicable on this offer. Theme Music: Joseph McDade
S6 · E260
August 29 · 29 min
Bonnie Zink
Bonnie Zink was in a bad place. After crippling back pain led to subsequent surgeries, she found herself overweight, out of shape and taking medication for type 2 diabetes. After her last surgery at the age of 50, she was done letting pain run her life. So she started running it herself. It began with walks around the block and small lifestyle changes. It ended with her medications behind her and a half marathon finish line ahead. Bonnie's story proves that no vision for your future is too big—that with commitment and heart, at any age, you can take control of your health and your story. She started out chasing the role models who got her onto the road. Now she's become one herself, for her own adult kids. Follow Bonnie @bonnie_zink ----- EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign-up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount not applicable on this offer. Theme Music: Joseph McDade
S6 · E259
August 22 · 51 min
Thomas Fafard
Thomas Fafard lived out his Olympic track dream in Paris, running in the finals of the Men's 5000. He calls it one of his best achievements, but also the end of one chapter and the start of the next. Thomas already holds the Quebec men's title in the half marathon, a mark he set in Houston and then broke again in Boston. Then, in his very first marathon at The Marathon Project in 2025, he smashed the Quebec men's full marathon record too. And still, this Brooks athlete knows he's got more to give. Now he's chasing something bigger: more fun, more speed, and another shot at the Olympic stage on the roads in LA. Follow Thomas @thomas.fafard ----- EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign-up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount not applicable on this offer. Theme Music: Joseph McDade
S6 · E248
August 8 · 38 min
Greta Lacroix
If you know me, you know I love books — love looking at them on my shelf, love losing myself in them, love the people who write them. So I feel very lucky to have had the chance to talk with author Greta Lacroix. Greta wrote Love on the Run, a romance novel focused around a Toronto run crew. But the real story here is one of perseverance. Greta is both a longtime runner and marathoner, and her path to becoming a published author followed the same rhythm as her running: ebbs and flows, stretches where she had to pull back and regroup, and moments where the only way forward was to put her head down and get it done. And in both areas of her life, community carried her — the writers and runners around her made her stronger and more confident, one page and one mile at a time. Follow Greta @greta.lacroix.writes Get your own copy of Love on the Run HERE --- EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount not applicable on this offer. Theme Music: Joseph McDade
S6 · E257
August 1 · 50 min
Trevor Hofbauer
Trevor Hofbauer is a two-time Canadian Marathon Champion, a Canadian Half Marathon Champion, a Team Canada member at the World Cross Country Championships, and an Olympian. But that's not what he hopes you remember about him first. Ask anyone he works with at Run Calgary, and they'll tell you the same thing: Trevor is a really good dude. He's also the epitome of "rise and grind." That work ethic — that obsession with finding the 1% — shows up in his training, in his life, and in every athlete he coaches. This one's going to make you want to train a little harder, be a little kinder, and go looking for your own 1%. If you only listen to one podcast this weekend, make it this one. Follow Trevor @trevhofbauer --- EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount is not applicable on this offer. --- Music by: Joseph McDade
S6 · E255
July 22 · 55 min
Safety on the Run with SarahRose Black, Erin Doucette and Steve Dowler
Safety on the run can be a difficult subject to talk about. We want to believe that the places we run and the people we run with will always help us feel safe and happy. But for many runners, thoughts about safety are always top of mind—whether because of lived experience or uncertainty about the spaces we're in. I was lucky to be joined by three generous humans who are constantly looking for ways to help keep people safe: on the roads, on the trails, and during a race: SarahRose Black, Erin Doucette and Steve Dowler. While this episode is full of practical tips for running in all spaces, I hope you also come away from it with a sense of hope—that, as a community, we can work together to create safe spaces for everyone who wants to run. Make sure you listen to the end and find out how you can get involved in Finish the Run, taking place this weekend, Saturday, July 25, 2026, in Toronto. And if you aren't in Toronto, you can check out @finishtherun_to to find out how you can support Metrac, an Ontario-based not-for-profit organization working to end gender-based violence. Follow SarahRose @finishtherun_to and @chixrunthe6ix Follow Erin @a_girl_called_ernie @torontotrailrunners @the.trail.collective Follow Run Calgary & the Calgary Marathon @calgarymarathon @runcalgary EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount is not applicable on this offer. --- Music by: Joseph McDade
S6 · E246
July 11 · 48 min
Making a Marathon: Part Two
A record-breaking 14,000 participants trained for months for the 2026 Manitoba Marathon. At the office, we spent 11 months planning for them. Ever wondered what it takes to get thousands of runners safely to the finish line? Who's thinking about medals, water stations, road closures, bananas, and porta-potties while you're focused on race day? The answer: a whole lot of incredible people. In part two of this special behind-the-scenes episode, we're pulling back the curtain for a candid look at everything from race week through the days after the finish line comes down. It's a bit of a wild ride, but we're grateful to play a small part in helping thousands of runners achieve something extraordinary. If you missed part one, you may want to go back and listen to that one first... or just dive right in for race weekend! EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount is not applicable on this offer. --- Music by: Joseph McDade
S6 · E254
July 4 · 53 min
Making a Marathon: Part One
A record-breaking 14,000 participants trained for months for the 2026 Manitoba Marathon. At the office, we spent 11 months planning for them. Ever wondered what it takes to get thousands of runners safely to the finish line? Who's thinking about medals, water stations, road closures, bananas, and porta-potties while you're focused on race day? The answer: a whole lot of incredible people. In this special behind-the-scenes episode, we're pulling back the curtain to introduce you to just a few of the nearly 2,000 people who make race weekend happen—from organizers and volunteers to race partners, contractors, and the many others working behind the scenes to bring the event to life. Join me for a candid look at everything from race week through the days after the finish line comes down. It's a bit of a wild ride, but we're grateful to play a small part in helping thousands of runners achieve something extraordinary. This is part one of two: hit subscribe to get part 2 automatically when it is released next week. EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount is not applicable on this offer. --- Music by: Joseph McDade
S6 · E253
June 13 · 51 min
When did you first fall in love with running?
After more than 250 episodes and one question asked over and over again—When did you first fall in love with running?—This special clip show brings together some of my favourite answers from the archives. From Olympians and Team Canada athletes who seemed destined to run, to everyday runners whose journeys began with friendship, community, adventure, or self-discovery, these stories highlight the many ways people find their way into the sport. Along the way, you'll hear funny memories, unexpected moments, inspiring reflections, and reminders that running is about so much more than miles and finish lines. Featuring Lanni Marchant, Sarah Wells, Natasha Wodak, Leslie Sexton, Malindi Elmore, Angela Whyte, Jess O'Connell, Shanda Hill, Melanie Murzeau, Nadya Stewart, Gen Lalonde, and many more, this episode is a celebration of the people, places, and experiences that make us fall in love with running—and keep us coming back. ---- EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount not applicable on this offer. THEME MUSIC: Joseph McDade
S6 · E252
May 23 · 55 min
Greg Hanycz and Brock Fraser
Like so many great stories in the running community, So Far So Good Run Club started with an idea shared on a long trail run. Greg Hanycz had an idea, and somewhere out on the trails with Brock Fraser, that idea started to take shape. With the help of a few key people, So Far So Good Run Club was born. Talk to anyone who's run with So Far So Good and they'll tell you the same thing: it's people and vibes first, performance second. Sure, there are goals, training blocks, and progression along the way, but what really drives this crew is the community they've built and the fun they have doing it. From creative theme runs to unforgettable community events, SFSG has created something people genuinely want to be part of. This is a crew that loves where they live, loves running together, and makes you want to move to Kamloops just to join the Sunday morning run and post coffee at Logjam. Follow So Far So Good Run Club @sfsg.rc Follow Greg @ghanycz Follow Brock @brockfraze ----- EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount is not applicable on this offer. Theme Music: Joseph McDade
S6 · E251
May 16 · 45 min
Lauren Gale
Lauren Gale may now live and train in Ottawa, but this Newfoundland-born sprinter, raised by two Nova Scotians, still carries the warmth and spirit of the East Coast everywhere she goes. Friendly, thoughtful, and deeply connected to her family, friends, and community, Lauren's positivity stands out just as much as her speed on the track. Over the years, she's experienced the highs and lows that come with life as both an individual and relay sprinter, but her resilience and dedication to the sport have never wavered. A track athlete for more than half her life, Lauren continues to raise the bar. In 2024, she set a Canadian record in the 300m with a time of 36.53, and this month she helped Canada earn bronze in the 4x400m at the World Relay Championships in Botswana while also running a season's best. With two Olympic appearances already behind her and her sights set firmly on a third, Lauren's journey is far from over — and wherever the sport takes her next, you can count on her bringing that same positivity and East Coast charm along for the ride. Follow Lauren @laurenngalee EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "RUNCANADA2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount is not applicable on this offer. --- Music by: Joseph McDade
S6 · E250
May 9 · 55 min
Ali McPherson
Ali McPherson was born with running in her blood. What started as childhood bike rides alongside her mother during long training runs has grown into a remarkable career on both the trails and the roads. In 2025, she claimed first female at both the Sinister 7 Ultra 50K and the UTMB Challenge 50K in Fin del Mundo. On the road racing side, she won the Manitoba Half Marathon and returned to the Boston Marathon start line with her mother for the second time, running a new personal best along the way. When Ali isn't chasing her own goals, she's helping other athletes pursue theirs. She's the founder of Rhythm Run Coaching and Dig Deep — a customizable carbohydrate fuel company with impressive sustainability features. Warm, upbeat, and incredibly generous, Ali shares plenty of great advice for winter running in this conversation. You're also going to hear my hot take on trail mix… Follow Ali @ali.mcpher Rhythm Run Coaching @rhythmruncoaching Dig Deep @digdeepef --- EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE SPORTS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "runcanada2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 You need to create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount is not applicable on this offer. --- Music by: Joseph McDade
S6 · E249
May 2 · 53 min
Michael Betteridge
Michael Betteridge is the kind of person who doesn't just show up for his community—he helps build it. In Regina, he's become a driving force in creating spaces where queer people and allies can be active, feel welcome, and show up exactly as they are. That vision comes to life through Queer Fit Club: a free, community-driven fitness pop-up built on collaboration and connection. Spend a little time with Michael, and a few things quickly become clear. He loves his mom—who, by all accounts, sounds truly incredible. He also loves, as Amy Poehler likes to say, to talk well about his friends behind their backs. So it's only fair that I return the favour. Michael is an intentionally caring person who uses his skills to take up space and give voice to the queer community: lifting people up and making spaces stronger and more inclusive. What started as a thoughtfully crafted idea has grown into a movement, with over 700 members and chapters in both Regina and Winnipeg. And he's nowhere near done. Whatever comes next will almost certainly be just as thoughtful - and just as fabulous. Follow Michael @mbetteridge Follow Queer Fit Club @queerfitclub or www.queerfitclub.com ---- EPISODE SPONSOR: ALTITUDE FITNESS [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "runcanada2026" Click here to order 👉https://bit.ly/altitude-runcanada2026 Create an account or sign in to access the discount. Valid on items at regular price only. Valid for a limited time only after sign up. Cannot be combined with any other discount code and/or promotion. Limited to one use per customer. Membership discount not applicable on this offer. --- Theme Music by Joseph McDade
S6 · E248
April 4 · 45 min
Marcella Sangregorio
In this episode, we're exploring the connection between grief and running. When Marcella Sangregorio was just two years old, her mother, Lisa, was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumour behind her left eye and given two to five years to live. Remarkably, Lisa lived for another twenty years. Marcella and her father acted as Lisa's primary caregivers until her passing. Moving forward and finding her footing without that part of her life was a challenge. She began by focusing on her own well-being—and in the process, discovered running. She quickly moved from running her first 10 km to running an impressive 70 km at The Dark 24. Last weekend, Marcella carried her mother's ashes on her back from her home in Calgary to Ghost Lake and back – a 100 km trip that both opened doors to personal discovery and closed chapters of negative self-care. With the support of her family and friends, Marcella is learning who she is in this new chapter, discovering that grief is anything but black and white. Follow Marcella @ultramarcella If you are in a position to help support with Marcella's fundraising for Janis Care Services, visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/nbfpv8-100km-ultra-carrying-my-mothers-urn --- EPISODE SPONSOR: CALGARY MARATHON Be part of the 2026 energy at Canada's longest running marathon. RUN WALK CHEER VOLUNTEER at the Servus Calgary Marathon Race Weekend – happening May 23 and 24 at Stampede Park. Lace up for any distance from 5k to the full marathon. For more information and to register, visit www.calgarymarathon.com THEME MUSIC: Joseph McDade
S6 · E247
March 21 · 36 min
Nat Severino
Need a little spring sunshine in your day? This is the episode for you. Nat Severino is a Toronto-based runner who grew up loving sport, but like so many, drifted away from it in adulthood. It wasn't until the stillness of the COVID era—through virtual run challenges and a search for calm in the chaos—that Nat found their way back. Now, Nat shows up as their full, authentic self: a proud nonbinary athlete running with the Queer Run Crew and embracing the power of community. Hearing them speak about the belonging they've found—through QRC and the broader Toronto run scene—gives me all the feels. This is why we run together, the moments that create community and inspire us to bring more people along for the ride. Follow Nat @sevstrides ---- EPISODE SPONSOR: BENEVA SPRING RUN OFF The Beneva Spring Run-Off is almost here, taking over beautiful High Park on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Steeped in history and tradition, this race is all about community and kicking off the Canada Running Series season in style. With a focus on family-friendly fitness, participants can choose from 8K, 5K, and Kids Race distances, offered both in-person and virtually. All in-person runners will receive a Columbia souvenir apparel item and a finisher medal, featuring designs inspired by the beauty of High Park. It might not be a walk in the park—but it's the perfect way to say goodbye to winter and welcome spring. Register now and learn more at www.canadarunningseries.com Music by: Joseph McDade
S6 · E246
March 14 · 56 min
Tanya Desrivières
Tanya Desrivières arrived at the start line of her first ultra trail race in a pretty unconventional way. She had always been active outdoors in a variety of sports and is a self-proclaimed Gym Rat. But when the Spartan Ultra she had trained for was first cancelled mid-race due to weather and then shut down the following year by COVID, she decided to channel all that hard work and training into an ultra trail race instead. It was love at first sight. Her drive, competitive nature, and refusal to quit quickly became the foundation for tackling long distances with heart and grit. Last September, she ran her second 100-miler, Ultra-Trail Forillon 100, and shaved an incredible six hours off her previous time, earning her a second-place female finish. Tanya is fantastic, and it feels like she's only just getting started discovering how far she can push herself and where this journey will take her. Follow Tanya @tanya_the_rivers ----- EPISODE SPONSOR: ULTRA TRAIL GASPESIA 100 Welcome to the wild edge of adventure — where mountains meet the sea, and trails stretch for miles through breathtaking wilderness. This is Ultra Trail Gaspesia 100 — an iconic trail running event set in the heart of Gaspésie, Eastern Québec, Canada. Imagine yourself running rugged single-track trails carved through the Percé UNESCO Global Geopark, past towering sea cliffs, deep forests, and panoramic views of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. Whether you're tackling the legendary 100-mile ultra challenge, the stunning 110 km route, or celebrating your pace on shorter distances, the spirit of community, grit, and unforgettable scenery is what makes this race truly special. Step into the adventure in Percé, June 19–21! For more information and to register, visit: https://gaspesia.org/en/events/ultra-trail-gaspesia-100/ @gaspesiaraceseries Music by: Joseph McDade
S6 · E245
March 7 · 51 min
Ceili McCabe
Ceili McCabe has always known she wanted to be a professional athlete. From a young age, her goal was simple: compete at the highest level, no matter the sport. She began in soccer, but after an injury in her teens made it clear that reaching the top of that sport might not be possible, she recalibrated and shifted her focus. That competitive drive—and her love of being part of a team—eventually led her to distance running, where she's built an incredible career in cross country and on the track. Along the way, she's also found the right partners, coaches and teammates to help her reach for amazing goals, including setting a new Canadian women's record in the Steeplechase. Ceili often credits her success to making the right connections and meeting the right people along the way. But it's clear that her relentless drive and commitment to being the best are what have drawn those opportunities to her. By seeking out the right teams, coaches, and partnerships, Ceili has earned several Team Canada spots both at Worlds and the Paris Olympics. Now running professionally with On, Ceili is living out the dream she set for herself in her youth—and if what we've seen so far is any indication, she's just getting started. Follow Ceili @ceilimccabe --- EPISODE SPONSOR: ULTRA TRAIL GASPESIA 100 Welcome to the wild edge of adventure — where mountains meet the sea, and trails stretch for miles through breathtaking wilderness. This is Ultra Trail Gaspesia 100 — an iconic trail running event set in the heart of Gaspésie, Eastern Québec, Canada. Imagine yourself running rugged single-track trails carved through the Percé UNESCO Global Geopark, past towering sea cliffs, deep forests, and panoramic views of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. Whether you're tackling the legendary 100-mile ultra challenge, the stunning 110 km route, or celebrating your pace on shorter distances — the spirit of community, grit, and unforgettable scenery is what makes this race truly special. Step into the adventure in Percé, June 19–21! For more information and to register, visit: https://gaspesia.org/en/events/ultra-trail-gaspesia-100/ @gaspesiaraceseries Music by: Joseph McDade

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