Becoming YOUR Strong
Strong looks different for each of us and it’s time to put focus on our unique journeys that get us there. This space created weekly is for athletes to improve their mindset in order to better navigate challenges that come up in sport and different seasons of life. On this show, we ask the questions that lead to better answers and have the conversations that truly matter.
Episodes
290 episodes
Becoming an Elite Athlete as a Mother with Liz Jones
On this week's episode we are joined by an up and coming Elite Athlete, Liz Jones, to talk about her journey into hybrid racing, how she balances training while being a full time mom and how to deal with external pressures that come along with ...
Biggest Mistakes & Best Training Methodolgies for Building to DEKA Worlds with AJ Golik
We are joined by fellow Underdog Coach & Elite Podium Chaser Athlete, AJ Golik, to chat all things DEKA Worlds! Listen in on the biggest mistakes we see athletes commit as they build to championships along with our view on popular training ...
Addressing Current Hot Topics in Hybrid Racing
In this episode I address a circumstance that took place over the weekend, talk about how to choose if you should go Elite or Age Group at World Champs, how to race and train under pressure, and recommendations on shoes to wear depending on the...
Understanding the DEKA Leaderboard, Advice for LCQ Weekend & When to Change Coaches
It's last chance qualifying weekend for 2026 DEKA World Championships and this week's episode has all the info you need to know including: Understanding the leaderboard and where you need to be in order to get an invite to worl...
Gaining Body Image Confidence in Hybrid Racing with Amy Brown
On this week's episode, we have HYROX E15 athlete Amy Brown join us to talk about her journey from marathon running into hybrid racing, and what it was like navigating the changes that happen in her body when making the transition. If you have ...
Latest Race Secrets & Prepping for DEKA Worlds
Listen in on some big aha moments that came from racing with DEKA FIT this past weekend in Raleigh along with advice to help you prep for the upcoming DEKA World Championships!
The Race I Almost Did Not Finish
In this week's episode, I go behind the scenes of what really happened during my individual DEKA STRONG race this past weekend, why I almost quit and the lessons gained from a challenging moment.
Inside My Mind Before Back to Back Race Weekends
On this week's episode, I answer some listener questions that gives you a true behind the scenes look on what is going on in my life and in my mind with big back to back race weekends coming up. You will gain insight on: What t...
Overcoming Sticking Points in Life
Feeling a little stuck in life? In this week's episode, I dive into steps to take to help overcome those sticking points and bring peace to where you are at.
Staying An Athlete Through Injury with Katie Garrison
On this week's episode, I invite on fellow Hybrid Racing Coach and Athlete, Katie Garrison, to share her story and wisdom as she navigates a second ACL reconstruction recovery. We dive into conversations around overcoming the feelings of fallin...
Your Best Years Aren't Behind You with Missy Muller
On this week's episode, I bring on listener and fellow Hybrid Coach of Done Doen Fitness, Missy Muller, to talk about women's health as they age, how to juggle being healthy while being a high performing athlete, and small habits to incorporate...
Real Life Athlete Situations (and How to Handle Them)
On this week's episode, I dive into a conversation I had with one of my athletes who recently has been struggling in their performance and how to navigate the circumstances.
How to Crush the DEKA STRONG
In this week's episode, I talk about how you can crush the DEKA STRONG with advice that covers race week tapering, fueling, warm ups and race strategy!
Age is Nothing but a Number with Pat Leaver
This week we have special guest and recent HYROX World Champion of the 70-74 age group, Pat Leaver, join us to share wisdom on how age does not have to be a limiter in hybrid racing and important advice for younger athletes in the sport.
I Missed My Goal - Now What?
You put in the work and you were unable to perform on the day - now what? Come behind the scenes to have a conversation of what I have been doing to mentally and emotionally recover from some tough race weekends.
Common Mistakes Committed by DEKA Athletes w/ Kevin Gregory
Join myself and Kevin Gregory in a conversation about common mistakes we see athletes make at DEKA events and some tips to help you move the needle in your performances!
The Road to Better Stress Management
In this week's episode, I am chatting about what has really been going on behind the scenes and the journey I am taking to come back home to me with specific stress management tools that you can use daily.
The Race I Needed - DEKA FIT Denver Takeaways
You do not always get the race you want, but you will always walk away with exactly what you needed. Hear the behind the scenes of my DEKA FIT Denver run along with some takeaways that will shift your perspective for future races.
DEKA FIT Tips & Race Strategy
It's RACE WEEK! I am taking this episode to bring both veterans and first time racers through the tips and race strategy of the DEKA FIT that will help them crush the course in Denver this upcoming weekend.
Nutrition for Women Athletes with Kristen Arnold
On this week's episode we have special guest and Sports RD, Kristen Arnold, join us for a talk about women specific nutrition in training and racing for hyrbid and endurance based sports. To get in contact with Kristen, v...
Lessons from Year 31
Special birthday week episode to share all the moments and lessons that built me in year 31.
Overcoming Mental Barriers in Endurance Racing
Join me for this week's episode where I talk through my most recent half marathon race and how I overcame both the mental and physical barriers that stood in my path.
Listener Q& A: Life & Training Balance
Navigating a tricky season of life while being on an athletic pursuit can be a tough road to navigate that we talk about in this week's episode!