Run Your Story Podcast

Allison Gaillard

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Where Every Story Needs to be Heard! Runners and walkers are interviewed to tell their run/walk stories, share fun memories, and provide great advice for those interested in this sport!

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Kelly Sheets - "You can come back from injury. Don't give up!"

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03/15/23 • 69 min

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Join Kelly Sheets and her unexpected journey into running. Although Kelly had always been an exerciser, she was never much of a runner. However, after the birth of her first child in 2005, Kelly found herself struggling to teach her exercise classes while the daycare was caring for her upset baby. One day, she decided to try running with him in a jogging stroller at Cottage Hill Park. At first, she didn't like it and could barely run a mile without stopping, but it gradually got better. Over time, she upgraded to a double stroller and eventually to a triple stroller when she had her third child. Despite the challenges, Kelly continued to run and found that it became her preferred form of exercise.
Kelly talks about making a comeback after an injury that prevented her from running for six weeks. She trained for and ran a marathon, but it was a tough race. In 2019, Kelly experienced a familiar pain in her right thigh while running, which her doctor suspected was another stress fracture. She shut down her running for six weeks and borrowed a friend's road bike to stay active.
One of the most important things Kelly has learned is to never give up, even when there are obstacles in her way. She mentions how she had to listen to her body and cater her training and workouts to herself instead of comparing herself to others. Kelly believes that there is a certain empathy in the running community where people encourage each other no matter where they are in their running journey.
Kelly emphasizes the importance of customizing workout plans and doing what you can when you can, rather than comparing yourself to others. Kelly shares the advice of a friend who told her that running is easy, you just put one foot in front of the other, and encourages listeners to keep going and doing what they can when they face adversity.
Kelly Sheets
Facebook
Races Mentioned
First Light Marathon
A Mile for Mac
Azalea Trail Run
Rock N Roll Half New Orleans
Sea Turtle Half Marathon
McGuire's St. Patrick's Day Prediction Run
Ragnar Relay
Mobile Infirmary Duathlon

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Kristen Rather
Steve Taylor
Mary Trufant
Suzanne Crist
Suzanne Clark
Anna Szymanski
Dave McDonald
Karla McInnis
James Contratto
Jordan DuBose
Cristy Evans
Sharonda Shula
Nell Gustavson
Meredith Nations
Allyson Swann
Chris Strayhorn

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Suzanne Crist - "You can do anything for 60 seconds"

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03/08/23 • 59 min

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Suzanne Crist, the creator of Run251 shares her Run Story. Suzanne was also one of the first people Allison spoke to about the Run Your Story podcast. They both recall where they discussed the idea and how important that moment was for Allison.
Suzanne's journey into running began when she was an administrator at a school. Her first attempt at running didn't go well. She had been a smoker for 17 years and quit smoking, which made her believe that she could participate in the Azalea Trail Run, but she couldn't complete it. She started to progress gradually, making it to one mailbox, then to the next. Suzanne recalls doing everything wrong at the beginning of her running journey, from the wrong shoes to no form. She started with 5Ks and joined the Buffalo Wild Wings Run-N-Tri on Wednesdays, which she still attends today.
Both Allison and Suzanne talk about how the running community in Mobile is very welcoming and supportive, and how they often invite new members to join their different running groups. A supportive community is essential to help you stay motivated and achieve your goals. Suzanne has great mantras such as “keep moving” and "you can do anything for 60 seconds." It's a great reminder to stay focused and keep pushing yourself, even when things get tough.
Suzanne Crist
Facebook
Races Mentioned
Azalea Trail Run
Senior Bowl Run
Joe Cain Classic
Save Our Ship
Caring for Caryn's Kids
Harley Half Marathon
Rock N Roll Half Marathon in Las Vegas
Rock N Roll Marathon in New Orleans
Grandman Triathalon
Louisiana Half Marathon
Old Mobile 8k
Battleship 12k
Rock N Roll Tour Pass
Shout Outs
Port City Pacers
Run 251
Run-N-Tri

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Derrick Williams - "Go the Extra Mile, It's Not Crowded"

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02/08/23 • 39 min

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Derrick Williams is known in our community as someone who always celebrates people's accomplishments on social media.
Derrick started running during the pandemic running in his backyard to music. The transition from football to running was different for Derrick in terms of stretching, mentality, and being a solo sport.
The two highlighted the supportive and sharing nature of the running community and how runners are always willing to try new gear and share their experiences with others.
In addition to running, Derrick also cross-trains at the gym and focuses on strength training with his background in football, which has influenced his strength training regimen, which he has been following for over 20 years. Derrick believes in the importance of strength training for runners and how it contributes to longevity in the sport. He values the running community and finds it to be supportive and encouraging, making the journey more fun and enjoyable.
When it comes to running, Derrick doesn't have a specific mantra but just tells himself to keep going when things get tough. He has adopted the phrase "Go the extra mile. It's never crowded," as a way to push himself in all areas of life.
Races mentionedHouston Marathon
Mercedes-Benz 5k in Birmingham
Pensacola Half
Double Bridge Run Pensacola
Tropical 5k in Miami
Turkey Trot 5k
Publix Atlanta Run
Turkey 10-miler
Azalea Trail Run
Huntsville Rock N Roll Half
Bells in the Bayou Half Marathon and 4-miler
Marine Corps Marathon
Philadelphia Marathon
St. Judes's Marathon
Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon
Chicago Marathon
Wade Mountain Marathon Trail Run in Huntsville

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Claris Perkins - "Take fun seriously"

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03/01/23 • 52 min

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Claris Perkins is a runner, coach, and registered dietician. She talks about her experience as a runner and how she manages to keep herself motivated during races. She also shares her insights on how she advises others who come to her for guidance on running. Allison encourages her and notes how Claris is full of advice and that people should go to her.
Claris also talks about her pregnancy and how it has made her curious about the changes in her body and her training, and her postpartum recovery plans. She emphasizes not putting any expectations on herself and that she would like to run the Mobile Half. She shares her mantras for getting through tough races and how she coaches herself in those moments. Claris also talks about the danger of getting distracted during a race and how she advises her students to stay focused.
Claris Perkins
Instagram
Races Mentioned
Holiday Half
Salt Lake City Marathon
Rock N Roll Marathon
Mobile Marathon
Disney Half Marathon
Krul Lake Half Marathon
Houston Marathon
New York Marathon
Shout Outs
Woody Perkins
Trail Yeah
Steve Taylor
Catherine Taylor
ProHealth

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Kim Garrett - "Have a Good Pace in Life"

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04/26/23 • 48 min

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Kim Garrett talks about her running story and how it has been a therapeutic and healing experience for her. She talks about the lessons she has learned from running, particularly in the season she is in now, which is to have a mindful pace in life. She emphasizes the importance of being present in the moment and not rushing through life. She also mentions her involvement with Victory Health and its upcoming events.
Kim also shares some of her favorite running memories, including completing her first race, running with a club, and pushing herself to take on challenges. She emphasizes the sense of accomplishment that comes with running and the ability to make individual decisions to take the harder route.
Kim talks about her personal running goals, including running a full marathon again and running with her daughter. They also joke about running at different paces and the importance of finding a pace that works for you.
Kim Garrett is the director of Victory Health Partners, a community solution for providing healthcare to adults who don't have health insurance. Victory Health Partners offers physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual care to those who cannot afford it. They have two fundraisers coming up - a golf classic on March 31st and Hope for Healing on May 2nd. The latter is an event where guests can hear directly from patients and partners who support the organization.
Kim Garrett
Races Mentioned
Mobile Half Marathon
Rock N Roll Savannah Full Marathon
White Rock Marathon
Battleship 12k
Shout Outs
Victory Health
Dallas Running Club
Victory Health Golf Classic March 31st
Victory Health Hope for Healing May 2nd

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Annie Persinger - "I know what I need to get through this"

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12/14/22 • 37 min

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Annie Persinger is not only a runner but also an entrepreneur She owns DoGoods, so "run" down there to check it out!
I appreciate how Annie shares that running means family for her, a legacy that was created by her grandfather, parents, and siblings.
Not only does Annie share her Run Story but also the story of DoGoods, one of my favorite places to shop in downtown Mobile! Just like we run with a purpose, DoGoods is shopping with a purpose!
So, if you still need a gift for someone or did not get what you wanted this holiday season, go get yourself something nice at DoGoods and do some good while you shop!
Listen in for the special discount from Annie & DoGoods which is exclusive for Run Your Story listeners!
Thank You Annie for sharing your Run Story and for doing good in our beautiful city!
For your shopping needs, visit Do Goods Mercantile Co.

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Kate Yates - "You gotta put one foot in front of the other"

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06/14/23 • 39 min

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Allison and Kate have known each other for several years, initially meeting through a mutual acquaintance at their church. Kate started her running journey because of knee issues and was inspired by a friend who walked a half marathon. She gradually progressed from a 20-minute mile to completing multiple half marathons and even a full marathon by walking them. Kate emphasizes the importance of putting one foot in front of the other and believes that anyone can achieve their goals with determination and training. She has completed races in various states and cherishes the memories of her fastest race in Nashville and her full marathon in Arizona.
Regarding goals, Kate aims to complete at least one half marathon per year and has started intermittent fasting to improve her overall fitness. She also hopes to grow her business, "Hide and Seek Scriptures," which offers personalized scripture cards with individuals' names in them. Kate explains how she was inspired by a set of scripture cards she saw at a friend's house and began making them as gifts. She eventually turned it into a business and has expanded her product range.
Kate encourages others to get out and move, emphasizing the importance of starting and setting small goals to gradually improve. She advises anyone interested in starting walking or running to simply get off the couch and start walking, gradually increasing the distance and pace.
Kate Yates
Races Mentioned
Disney Half Marathon
Battleship 12k
Gulf Shores Half Marathon
Old Mobile 8k
Point Clear Holiday Half
Shout Outs
Hide and Seek Scriptures
Rooted and Grounded
Hannah
Keith Battle
Sarah Nell Leman
Emily King

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Jennifer Wilson - "You can do the hard things if you put your mind to it"

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02/01/23 • 32 min

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Jennifer Wilson started running in high school where she was a soccer player. Her goal was to improve her mile time from over 6 minutes to under 6 minutes so she wouldn't be benched. After high school, she continued running here and there.
In 2019, Jennifer started CrossFit and loves it because of the supportive community and the variety of workouts, and just a few months later she started coaching.
Jennifer shares her love of Disney and running, and just completed a 10K in the Disney during the marathon weekend, where she completed a goal of running non-stop, not even stopping for the beloved characters.

Jennifer has a personal goal to do a 10-miler race in Disney in April and has multiple competition goals in the next six months, with the main goal being the CrossFit Open which starts in February. And in this episode, Jennifer shares that The CrossFit games will be in Birmingham, Alabama for the next three years!! So road trip anyone to cheer on our favorite runner and CrossFit Coach!!
Jennifer WilsonFacebook | Instagram | Trust Athletics
Shout OutsWill Wright
Events mentioned
CrossFit Open
Disney Run
Shark Run
Previous episodes mentioned
Barry Roberts - "You have to start, to be great"

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Leith Rawson - "Just do Hard Things"

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02/15/23 • 28 min

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Leith Rawson is a long-time runner who started running at a young age and has continued the sport throughout high school and then ran at the University of Mobile. Leith shares what it was like having his dad as his running coach. Running has taught Leith the importance of showing up consistently and being dedicated to the sport. Leith learned to enjoy running for its own sake, rather than for the purpose of winning.
Leith and MaKagan have a special connection to the Reindeer Run 5k in Satsuma, AL. Leith proposed to MaKagan there! They also run together and it's been a fun experience for them to see each other grow in their running journey. It's great that they have a shared interest and are able to enjoy running together.
Leith has goals to run longer distances and just enjoys being on the pavement. Leith is now coaching at the University of Mobile and learning about running while having the cool advantage of seeing the whole perspective of running from the outside that he did not have as a collegiate athlete.
We cannot wait to see what else Leith is able to accomplish when he hits the pavement!
Leith Rawson
Facebook
Races Mentioned
Reindeer Run
Turkey Trot
Shout Outs
Brent Rawson
Michael Spriggs
Andy Canegitta

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Jenni Zimlich - "Just Don't Give Up!"

Run Your Story Podcast

10/18/23 • 37 min

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Allison Gaillard and Jenni Zimlich discuss Jenni's running journey, which started after she and her husband lost their home to a flash flood in 2014. They enrolled in a Couch to 5k program and trained for their first 5k race, the Forest Gump Run in Fairhope. This experience led them to discover Ainsley's Angels, a group of adaptive athletes. Jenni shares the importance of not comparing oneself to others and how running has positively impacted her mental health.
The conversation then shifts to Crew of Kindness, an organization formed to support adaptive athletes. Jenni shares the mission of Crew of Kindness, which is to connect with other adaptive athletes and provide them with the necessary equipment, like racing chairs, helmets, and gloves, to participate in events. She also mentions the financial challenges involved in adaptive racing and how Crew of Kindness aims to make it more accessible to athletes in Mobile, Alabama.
Throughout the discussion, Jenni Zimlich shares insights on her personal journey, challenges, and the incredible work Crew of Kindness does to promote adaptive racing and support adaptive athletes. She encourages everyone to be kind, have courage, and not give up in the face of adversity, highlighting the importance of sports for mental and physical health.
Jenni Zimlich - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011077207567
Races Mentioned
Forest Gump run in Fairhope - https://www.fairhopeal.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/3215/309
Disney 5k - https://www.rundisney.com/events/disneyworld/disneyworld-marathon-weekend/events/5k-race/
Senior Bowl Charity Run - https://www.seniorbowl.com/wells-fargo-senior-bowl-charity-run-10k/
Do It In The Bush - https://runyourstory.com/event/do-it-in-the-bush-5k-trail-run-2024/
Trick or Trot at USA - https://www.raceentry.com/trick-or-trot-mobile/race-information
Boo Krewe 2 - https://runyourstory.com/event/boo-krewe-2-2023/
Shout Outs
Delaney Zimlich
Michael Zimlich
Elizabeth Birch
Ainsley's Angels - https://ainsleysangels.org/
Shandy Oliver - https://www.facebook.com/shandra.oliver.5
Krewe of Kindness - https://www.kreweofkindness.com/
Scott Crenshaw - https://www.facebook.com/scott.crenshaw.3
Adapt Focus - https://adaptfocus.org/
My Team Triumph - https://www.facebook.com/mttsouthernalabama
Port City Pacers - https://portcitypacers.com/
Julia
Lance Johnson - https://www.facebook.com/lance.johnson.5095
Blake

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How many episodes does Run Your Story Podcast have?

Run Your Story Podcast currently has 136 episodes available.

What topics does Run Your Story Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Story, Inspirational, Running, Fitness, Podcasts and Sports.

What is the most popular episode on Run Your Story Podcast?

The episode title 'Kelly Sheets - "You can come back from injury. Don't give up!"' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Run Your Story Podcast?

The average episode length on Run Your Story Podcast is 48 minutes.

How often are episodes of Run Your Story Podcast released?

Episodes of Run Your Story Podcast are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Run Your Story Podcast?

The first episode of Run Your Story Podcast was released on Nov 3, 2022.

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