Run Strong Run Podcast

Running After Baby: How One Mom Overcame Postpartum Depression Through Running and Faith

Send us Fan Mail Can running help heal postpartum depression? In this deeply moving episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, Stephanie sits down with Noelani Fong, a wife

Amazon Prime Day Running Deals: My Favorite Gear for Beginner Runners, Marathon Training & Recovery

Send us Fan Mail Amazon Prime Day is the perfect time to save on running gear you'll actually use—but not every deal is worth your money. (My Amazon Storefront) In

From Beginner to 100 Miles: How Michelle Schroff Started Running at 44 and Changed Her Life

Send us Fan Mail What if you started running at 44 and ended up completing 100 miles? In this inspiring episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, I sit down with Michelle

Sweeping the Big Sur Marathon: 6-Hour Cutoff, Hurricane Point Climb & the Truth About Marathon Pacing

Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to sweep one of the most challenging marathons in the world? In this episode, I’m sharing my experience as a 6-hour sweeper at

From First Step to First Marathon: How Greg Zarco Crushed His Debut at the Los Angeles Marathon

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever wondered, “Could I really run a marathon?” — this episode is for you. In this episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, I sit down with Gre

Running 26.2 Together: A Mother-Daughter Marathon Story from Vermont to Napa Valley

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, I sit down with Sharon and Cia Galatas — a mother-daughter duo who flew from New England to California to

2026 Is About Building, Not Restarting: A Mindset Shift for Runners at Every Level

Send us Fan Mail 2026 is not a restart—you’re not starting over. You’re building from what you already started. In the first episode of 2026 on the Run Strong Run Podca

Running Through Recovery: Usha’s Inspiring California International Marathon Journey

Send us Fan Mail Usha’s story is proof that our bodies — and our spirits — are capable of so much more than we think. In this episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, Step

Do It Scared: How New Mom “Marathon Mama V” Went from Treadmill Miles to First Marathon in 15 Months

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, I sit down with new marathoner and mom of two, Vicky Hurd, a.k.a. @marathonmamav, who went from zero runn

7 Unforgettable CIM Moments: My Favorite Stories from the California International Marathon

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m counting down 7 unforgettable CIM moments from my seven years at the California International Marathon. From my first CIM in 2016,

From Hating the Mile to Every Woman’s Marathon: Miriam’s Journey to 2 Marathons by 30

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, Steph sits down with two-time marathon finisher Miriam Perales, who went from hat

From Surgical Menopause to Marathoner: Dawn Klasen’s Back-of-the-Pack Joy, 26.2 Lessons, and an Every Woman’s Marathon Preview

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, Stephanie sits down with marathoner and mom of four, Dawn Klasen, whose story proves it’s never too late

Finding Joy at the California International Marathon: How Runner Carrie Gilbert Redefined the Meaning of a Personal Record

Send us Fan Mail What if your next personal record wasn’t about speed—but about joy? 🌟 In this uplifting episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, host Stephanie Dunlap ch

From Single Mom to Marathoner & Grandma: Alicia Rodriguez on Running, Resilience, and Real Estate

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Alicia Rodriguez—a dedicated marathoner, real estate agent, single mom, and proud grandma. Alicia shares her

Boost Your Walk Interval Pace: Expert Tips for Faster, More Efficient Walks

Send us Fan Mail Ready to transform your walk intervals into a powerful part of your run/walk strategy? In this episode, we share expert tips on how to increase your wal

Breaking Barriers: Bryon Solberg’s Inspiring Journey as a Paraplegic Marathoner

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Dr. Bryon Solberg, a paraplegic athlete who has redefined what it means to push limits. From the start line o

Season 2, Episode 1: Ditch the All-or-Nothing Mindset and Crush Your Running Goals This Year

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season 2 of Run Strong Run! In this kickoff episode, we’re tackling the all-or-nothing mindset that holds so many runners back—especially whe

Season 1 Episode 13 How I Conquered 14 Marathons in 2024: A Journey of Grit and Growth

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, I’m sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between from my unforgettable journey of completing 14 marathons in 2024.

Season 1 Episode 12 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Jenica Ramos

Send us Fan Mail Season 1 of the Run Strong Run Podcast is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversation with an inspiring runner who oft

Season 1 Episode 11 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Sarah Avila

Send us Fan Mail Season 1 of the Run Strong Run Podcast is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversation with an inspiring runner who oft