Ep 96: Ask a Run Coach - 5 Questions I Get Asked Most Often, with Dr. Michelle Quirk of Mindful Marathon

In this first installment of a new Ask a Run Coach series, I'm answering five of the questions I hear most often from runners. Whether you're just getting started or thinking about your next big goal, this episode is filled with practical advice to help you train with more confidence and a little less second-guessing.

We'll talk about why there isn't one "perfect" running shoe, how slowing down can actually make you a stronger runner, and why recovery and walk breaks deserve a place in every runner's toolbox.

In this episode, we discuss:

Why the best running shoe is the one that fits your foot

How to know if you're ready for a half marathon

Why most runners should slow down on easy days

The important role of rest and recovery in training

Why walk breaks don't make you "less of a runner"

Free Resources

If today's episode inspired you to take the next step, I've created two free workshops to help you get started:

Start Running and Make It Stick  A beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you build a sustainable running habit.

Half Marathon Success: Thoughtful Strategies for Every Runner  Practical guidance to help you train for your first (or next) half marathon with confidence.