Trail Mix
Cristina & Kara Piergentili
Welcome to Trail Mix, the podcast crafted by runners, for runners. Join sisters Kara and Nina, both competitive athletes with a shared passion for pounding the pavement and hitting the trails.
Nina, armed with a master's in nutrition and coaching credentials, brings her expertise to the conversation. Kara, a seasoned runner, adds her personal insights, creating a podcast that's 100% about running, 50% of the time.
Get ready for candid discussions on nutrition, training strategies, and the ins and outs of the daily grind. This isn't your typical running podcast – it's an authentic, unfiltered look into the world of two dedicated athletes.
No frills, no fluff. Just two running buddies sharing their experiences, knowledge, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a beginner lacing up for the first time, Trail Mix is your go-to source for all things running...and not
Strap on your running shoes, hit play, and join Kara and Nina. Keep it wild!
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Trail Mix episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Trail Mix for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Trail Mix episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
Injury
Trail Mix
07/13/23 • 59 min
Injury is a dreaded word that no runner wants to utter. How do you tell if you're truly injured though? And how much time should you take off if you're injured? What if that nagging feeling doesn't go away...then what? We set out to answer these questions. We also talk about how AC is only for rich people and spider babies take over the house.
Women who inspire us: Keely Henniger!
Shoes, Watches, and Life Updates
Trail Mix
06/28/23 • 38 min
A little bit of everything this week. Enjoy!
Women who inspire us: Courtney Dauwalter the GOAT. PERIOD.
FOMO and Strava
Trail Mix
05/26/23 • 48 min
Does Strava give you feelings of being less than or FOMO? Does it make you question everything about your training and your worth as a runner....just us? Today we talk about how Strava and social media affects our mental health and what we do to control it. We also discuss the top 5 exotic pets we wouldn't want to fuck with on a run...you know the usual.
Women who inspire us from the episode: fellow SWAP athlete Katie Asmuth, Saucony ultra runner, nurse practitioner, and mom. Katie embodies light and positivity.
Race and Life Recap
Trail Mix
08/22/23 • 51 min
We back! We took a hot second for some sad life stuff, but we're back and better than ever with plans for consistency and some hot takes.
In this episode Kara does a quick race recap of Ragged 50k. She crushed it at her race and came in 10th and we're all VERY proud of her...GO KARA! We also discuss hydration strategy and why stroopwafles are terrible race fuel, but delicious breakfast.
Injury part 2: Prevention
Trail Mix
08/03/23 • 44 min
In part 2 Nina and Kara discuss how to prevent injury. Sometimes no matter what you do you are going to get injured, it's just part of being a runner. There are, however, a lot of things you can do to prevent injury and stay healthy. We also talk proper showering techniques...PTSD (any Armcherries out there?), John Kelly's FTK, and Karas up coming race.
Social Media Woes and Treadmill Talk
Trail Mix
03/06/24 • 42 min
A Wednesday upload can only mean one thing, both Nina and I have had a busy week of donut eating and injury prevention. We buckle down and talk about our social media woes (do we need a Tik Tok account?!), the pros and cons of supplementing some runs on a treadmill, and briefly discuss a new study on the effects a tight sports bras can have on your breathing.
Sports Bra Study:
https://journals.lww.com/acsm-msse/abstract/9900/sports_bra_restriction_on_respiratory_mechanics.466.aspx
If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder here is a link to resources. Eating Disorder Resources.
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Connect with us: @trailmix_pod on Instagram, Follow Nina and KaraLooking for a coach or sports nutritionist? Nina's your girl!Support us on Patreon! Thank you!
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Got a question or topic suggestion? Send us an email [email protected]
Keep it wild!
02/27/24 • 46 min
This week we cover many topics:
- Get an update on Nina's injury
- A Reebok legging review
- What our strength routines look like and how to plan yours
- Eating Disorder Awareness Week
If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder here is a link to resources. Eating Disorder Resources.
RSVP to Mug Club!
Connect with us: @trailmix_pod on Instagram, Follow Nina and KaraLooking for a coach or sports nutritionist? Nina's your girl!Support us on Patreon! Thank you!!
Join the gear swap!
Got a question or topic suggestion? Send us an email [email protected]
Keep it wild!
02/20/24 • 59 min
We BACK! Ok...so we went biweekly for February...thanks for sticking with us! We cover all the good stuff this week including:
- How Nina is fueling her runs
- A (hot take?) AG1 review
- How we plan our racing season
- Why Kara shouldn't be allowed to have subscription services
We also have a Nutrition Corner this week covering how and why it's important to fuel right after your runs.
Help Maddie raise money for the Joslin Diabetes Center and the High Hopes Fund as she prepares to run the Boston Marathon.
RSVP to Mug Club!
Connect with us: @trailmix_pod on Instagram, Follow Nina and KaraLooking for a coach or sports nutritionist? Nina's your girl!Support us on Patreon! Thank you!!
Join the gear swap!
Got a question or topic suggestion? Send us an email [email protected]
Keep it wild!
Good Ole Fashioned Catch Up
Trail Mix
02/06/24 • 44 min
Aye! We back baby, sorry for the unintentional week hiatus...life happens and we are busy folk outside of this podcast. This week on the Trail Mix podcast it's a good ole fashioned catch up. We do some catching up with each other, tend to some housecleaning, and make 2 big and exciting announcements. Check it out!
Help Maddie raise money for the Joslin Diabetes Center and the High Hopes Fund as she prepares to run the Boston Marathon.
Connect with us: @trailmix_pod on Instagram, Follow Nina and KaraLooking for a coach or sports nutritionist? Nina's your girl!Support us on Patreon! Thank you!!
Join the gear swap!
Got a question or topic suggestion? Send us an email [email protected]
Keep it wild!
Baby, we're back!
Trail Mix
12/11/24 • 47 min
Guess who’s back?! After a bit of a hiatus—and we’re coming in stronger and more authentic than ever before. In this episode, we dive into why we hit pause and what sparked the exciting comeback. The truth is, we realized we weren’t feeling excited about the podcast anymore because we were trying to sound like everyone else. We were focused on fitting in rather than standing out, and that’s just not us!
Now, we’re doing things our way—no more trying to be like other podcasts. It’s time for us to bring our true selves to the mic and share more of who we really are. So get ready for more unfiltered (and unhinged) conversations, more of the real us, and, of course, more of the energy that made you fall in love with this podcast in the first place.
In this episode, we catch up on what Kara and Nina have been up to since March. From new adventures to personal growth, we’ve got a lot to share. We get into why running in the dark is so scary, how money is always on our minds (and why that’s a constant struggle), and much, much more!
It’s a fresh start, a new chapter, and we couldn’t be more excited to have you along for the ride. Let’s kick things off right with a brand-new episode!
Connect with us: @trailmix_pod on Instagram, Follow Nina and KaraLooking for a coach or sports nutritionist? Nina's your girl!Support us on Patreon! Thank you!
Got a question or topic suggestion? Send us an email [email protected]
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FAQ
How many episodes does Trail Mix have?
Trail Mix currently has 46 episodes available.
What topics does Trail Mix cover?
The podcast is about Ultra Running, Outdoor, Running, Comedy, Adventure, Podcasts and Sports.
What is the most popular episode on Trail Mix?
The episode title 'Strength Training and a Legging Review' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Trail Mix?
The average episode length on Trail Mix is 46 minutes.
How often are episodes of Trail Mix released?
Episodes of Trail Mix are typically released every 8 days.
When was the first episode of Trail Mix?
The first episode of Trail Mix was released on Jan 8, 2023.
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