Rachel Grunwell shares her running tips for beginners! || Runners Only! Podcast with Dom Harvey
Episode Description
EP06 Runners Only! with Dom Harvey & Rachel Grunwell
Rachel was a highly-strung investigative journalist. Her life pivoted when her editor asked her to do a "fish out of water" series of stories where she tried different fitness fads.
This is how she discovered running and fell in love with the marathon distance. Good conversation for any non-runners who would like to know where to start.
Also contains traces of real talk about alcohol, depression and relationship breakups (It's not as bleak as it sounds - we also share lots of laughs).
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Brief Summary
Rachel Grunwell shares her journey from non-runner to marathoner, offering tips on running, nutrition, and mental health management.
Key points
- Rachel Grunwell's Journey. From journalist to marathon runner, Rachel shares her inspiring transformation.
- The Importance of Balance. Rachel emphasizes the need for balance in wellness and food choices.
- Starting Running from Scratch. Rachel recounts her initial struggles and triumphs in running.
- The Importance of Pacing. Running too fast at the start can lead to hitting the wall later in the race.
- The Joy of Flat Coke. A surprising tip for marathon runners: never turn down flat Coke during a race.
- Mental Health and Running. Running can uplift happiness levels and help manage mental health issues.
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Episode highlights
- Rachel Grunwell's JourneyFrom journalist to marathon runner, Rachel shares her inspiring transformation.“If I can, anyone can!”2:01Oct 13, 2022
- The Importance of BalanceRachel emphasizes the need for balance in wellness and food choices.“No one should have to feel guilty about eating chocolate.”6:41Oct 13, 2022
- Starting Running from ScratchRachel recounts her initial struggles and triumphs in running.“I realized I could run a little bit more than I could walk.”18:06Oct 13, 2022
- The Importance of PacingRunning too fast at the start can lead to hitting the wall later in the race.“Please learn from my mistake!”19:53Oct 13, 2022
- The Joy of Flat CokeA surprising tip for marathon runners: never turn down flat Coke during a race.“Never turn down the flat Coke!”20:47Oct 13, 2022
- Mental Health and RunningRunning can uplift happiness levels and help manage mental health issues.“Running actually keeps you a little bit youthful.”29:25Oct 13, 2022
- Starting Your Running JourneyThe hardest part of running is just starting; it becomes a lifestyle.“The hardest part about starting a run journey is actually just jumping in.”36:03Oct 13, 2022
- The Power of Cross-TrainingCross-training can be more effective and enjoyable than just running for marathon preparation.“You don't have to run and run to run a marathon.”38:16Oct 13, 2022
