Episode 8: The Hard Road to the Olympic Trials - Karis Myers on Injury, Redemption & Running with Joy

Karis Myers is an Olympic Trials marathon qualifier with a story that goes far beyond the finish line. In this conversation, she reflects on the mental battles behind the miles  from navigating injury setbacks to reshaping her relationship with training, identity, and rest.

We talk about letting go of perfection, pulling back without guilt, and learning to train smarter. Karis shares the mindset shifts that helped her grow as both an athlete and a person, and why longevity matters more than any one result.

This one’s raw, real, and full of takeaways for any runner chasing their own path.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Karis: The Dual Athlete
03:09 The Journey from Soccer to Running
06:30 Training Evolution: From Grind to Smart Training
11:29 Injury Struggles and Recovery Lessons
16:01 Mental Health and the Joy of Running
19:42 The Importance of Recovery and Fueling
26:27 Balancing Work and Passion
31:53 Adapting Training to Life's Demands
37:11 Balancing Life Beyond Running
44:57 Daily Routines and Work-Life Balance
49:18 The Running Mecca: Boulder Insights
55:40 Training Philosophy and Olympic Aspirations
01:06:43 Outro

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