The People Run Podcast
The People Run Podcast was born on a run thinking of the everyday runners we rarely hear about. Like the mom with two kids running 70 mile weeks and chasing Boston. Or the teacher grinding before dawn. The stories behind the runs.
We spotlight runners balancing real life, work, school, family, or dreams of going pro talking mindset, progress, and the moments that keep us showing up.
Hosted by Fitz Mayi once 300+ lbs, got into lifting, then fell in love with running, and never looked back. Now a marathoner and coach, living in Colorado, originally from NYC.
The People Run Podcast
Episode 6: Julia’s 400-Mile Journey, Founding Point B, and Strength Beyond the Finish Line
In this episode of the People Who Run podcast, Fitz Mayi interviews Julia Meyer, a passionate runner and founder of Point B Movement. They discuss Julia's journey into running, the importance of community, and her experiences with various races, including the South Bend 400. Julia shares insights on training, recovery, nutrition, and the significance of respecting the marathon distance. The conversation also touches on common running myths and offers advice for new runners looking to improve their performance.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Julia Meyer and Her Journey
02:58 How Julia Got Into Running
07:49 The Evolution of Julia's Running Experience
13:46 Respecting the Marathon Distance
17:19 Founding Point B Movement
27:41 The South Bend 400 Experience
30:11 Building a Diverse Team for the Marathon
31:14 Pacing Strategies and Race Dynamics
32:47 Logistics and Nutrition for Long Races
35:42 Highs and Lows of Racing
40:59 Busting Running Myths
48:10 Finding Joy in Running
50:57 Advice for Aspiring Runners
54:01 Outro
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