On The Runs 107 - Podcast Takeover - Nicole and Justine

Episode 107 is our first ever "Podcast Takeover" and we let a couple friends of the pod put the microphones in their hands.Justine and Nicole, recording from their hotel room discuss Justine's experience running the Boston Marathon and their upcoming race in the White Mountains. They talk about the challenges of fundraising for the marathon and the importance of running for a cause. The conversation then shifts to the topic of packing for races and the tendency to overpack. They also discuss the early start times of races and the debate over whether downhill races should count as PRs. They touch on the pressure of social media and the need to focus on personal goals and achievements. This conversation explores the impact of social media on mental health, the importance of uplifting and supporting one another, and the role of running in maintaining mental well-being. The hosts discuss the need to be mindful of the content we consume on social media and the importance of focusing on the reasons behind our posts. They also touch on the power of women coming together and the benefits of running for mental health. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the upcoming launch of the host's podcast, which will focus on mental health and running.TakeawaysRunning the Boston Marathon is a memorable and rewarding experienceFundraising for a cause adds an extra layer of motivation and purpose to a raceMany runners tend to overpack when preparing for a raceEarly start times can be challenging for runners who are not morning peopleThe debate over whether downhill races should count as PRs is subjectiveSocial media can create pressure and unrealistic expectations for runners, but it's important to focus on personal goals and achievements Be mindful of the content you consume on social media and focus on the reasons behind your posts.Support and uplift one another, especially on social media.Running can have a positive impact on mental health.Women coming together can create powerful change.Therapy is beneficial for mental health and should not be stigmatized.The hosts are launching a podcast focused on mental health and running.Chapters00:00 The Boston Marathon: A Lifetime Experience08:16 The Challenges of Fundraising for a Marathon12:47 Packing for Races: The Tendency to Overpack23:03 The Debate Over Downhill Races and PRs26:19 Navigating Social Media Pressure as a Runner27:15 Navigating the Impact of Social Media on Mental Health29:15 The Power of Uplifting and Supporting One Another44:18 Running for Mental Well-being49:01 The Benefits of Therapy for Mental Health51:43 Launching a Podcast on Mental Health and RunningStrava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support usThreadsEmail us at OnTheRunsPod@gmail.com