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290. Cassandra de Winter | Top Canadian at Boston in...

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2026/05/12

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text 32-year-old Cassandra de Winter ran 2:34:43 in the 2026 Boston Marathon professional field to finish as the top Canadian woman — a nearly five-minute PB in just her third marathon. Cassandra shares her remarkable rise in both road and trail running, her background in rugby and powerlifting, and what it looks like to self-coach while raising three young children alongside a deeply supportive husband. We also talk about the difficult decision...

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289. Waldo Cheung, MPT MSc | Do Running Shoes Really...

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2026/05/05

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text I’m joined by returning guest Waldo Cheung—physiotherapist, educator with The Running Clinic, and one of my go-to voices for the science of running—for a timely conversation on shoes, injury risk, and what actually matters most. We explore the shift from the minimalist shoe movement of the early 2010s to today’s super shoe era, and whether all this innovation has meaningfully changed how and why runners get injured. Waldo shares what he’s s...

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288. Brant Stachel | The Hard Truths Runners Need to...

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2026/04/28

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Brant Stachel returns for a powerful conversation about the hard truths runners need to hear — and why they matter. A mental performance coach, registered psychotherapist, and author of Fast and Free: Mindset Training for Endurance Athletes, Brant has a unique ability to challenge athletes while still meeting them with empathy and understanding. In this episode, we explore the many counterintuitive principles of endurance training — from sl...

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287. Boston Marathon Recap: Gutsy Racing, No Watch &...

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2026/04/22

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Johnny is back (basically a co-host at this point) for a recap from the 130th running of the Boston Marathon. We go deep on everything: training, travel chaos, race weekend energy, my live show with Jeff Cunningham, and of course, the races themselves. Johnny took a bold swing on the early downhills and paid for it with a tough second half, while I ran entirely on effort—no watch—and somehow managed to hit every goal, including a Bost...

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286. LIVE from Boston with Jeff Cunningham: Stories,...

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2026/04/19

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Recorded in person in Boston ahead of our live show, Carolyn and Jeff Cunningham break down everything you need to know heading into the Boston Marathon. From course insights and race day conditions to memorable moments and elite predictions, this episode is all about the energy, excitement, and anticipation of Marathon Monday. Connect with Jeff: Consistently Good Podcast Instagram: @jdcunningham97 @cunninghamrunning @theconsistentlygo...

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285. Ben Preisner | 2:08 Marathoner & 3rd Fastest...

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2026/04/13

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text With the Boston Marathon less than a week away, Canadian Olympian Ben Preisner takes us inside his build, his Boston debut, and what it means to toe the line at his first World Major. SPONSOR: Cure Hydration. Staying hydrated isn't just about water — you also need electrolytes. Real ingredients. Real hydration. Visit curehydration.com/INSPIREDSOLES for 20% off. Connect with Ben: Instagram: @bensmarathontrainingStrava: https://www.stra...

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284. Thomas Nobbs | From 2:12 to 2:09: Canada’s New...

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2026/04/06

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Canadian marathoner Thomas Nobbs joins the show after his breakthrough 2:09:25 win at the McKirdy Micro Marathon, moving him to 4th all-time in Canada. We unpack the training, patience, and mindset behind his massive leap. Connect with Thomas: Instagram: @nobbs.not.knobs @coach.nobbsCoaching: Team Run Run, @teamrunrunConnect with Carolyn: Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to...

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283. Do You Really Need a Run Coach? 1:1 Coaching vs...

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2026/03/31

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Four experienced run coaches pull back the curtain on a real mentorship-group conversation to explore the pros, cons, and trade-offs of 1:1 coaching versus training plans—and help you decide what’s right for you. SPONSOR: Cure Hydration. Staying hydrated isn't just about water — you also need electrolytes. Real ingredients. Real hydration. Visit curehydration.com/INSPIREDSOLES for 20% off. Previous Episode with these coaches: Ep 227: ...

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282. Sara Mandershied | A 2:55 and 4:35 Marathoner...

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2026/03/24

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text What does marathon training really look like across a nearly two-hour performance gap? In this episode, I’m joined by Sara Mandersheid to explore the key differences between coaching a 2:55 and a 4:35 Boston Qualifier. We dig into how factors like time on feet, long runs, workouts, fueling, recovery, and race day strategy should actually scale — and why a one-size-fits-all approach to marathon training often misses the mark. Along the way, ...

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281. Jacob Thomson | Boston Prep, Pacing the Pros &...

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2026/03/17

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text This week, I’m joined by professional marathoner Jacob Thomson, coming off his race at the New York City Half Marathon. We unpack how the race played out, including the moment he found himself running solo, and what it all means with Boston just five weeks away. We also talk about his unique role pacing some of the best runners in the world, his top tips for tackling the Boston course, and his podcast Out and Back. And of course, we couldn’...

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280. Strong at Every Stage | 5 Women on Running,...

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2026/03/06

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text In celebration of International Women’s Day, Carolyn speaks with five Canadian women runners from their 20s to their 60s about identity, belonging, and what running gives us at every stage of life. Their stories are different, but the threads that connect them may feel surprisingly familiar. Guests: Jazz Shukla (@peanutjazz) – Olympic 800m runnerJoelle Tomlinson (@joelle_t) – TV host and media personality, joelletomlinson.caJocelyn Fredine ...

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279. Johnny & Carolyn Coffin | Reflecting on the...

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2026/02/23

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text My frequent co-host (and husband!) Johnny Coffin is back on the mic for a deeper conversation about what the past few months have stirred up since The Marathon Project. From unpacking a tough DNF to reflecting on the themes emerging across recent podcast episodes, we explore identity, expectation management, and the patterns Johnny has noticed as I’ve processed it all in real time. We also share training updates with eight weeks to go until...

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278. Jeff Cunningham | Beyond Training Plans:...

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2026/02/13

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Jeff Cunningham returns for a deeper conversation about the parts of coaching that go far beyond workouts and race plans. We explore what happens when the real obstacle isn’t fitness, but confidence. When athletes are running 90+ miles per week but not fueling enough. When self-worth gets tangled up in race results. When comparison — amplified by social media — chips away at belief. Jeff shares how he navigates these challenges as a coach, ...

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277. Chris McClung | Why Every Runner Deserves Good...

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2026/02/09

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text What does “good coaching” really mean — and who deserves it? In this episode, I’m joined by running coach, podcast host, and Running Rogue founder Chris McClung for a wide-ranging conversation on the fundamentals that help runners improve without shortcuts. We talk about slowing down to get faster, training by feel, and why elite training principles should be accessible to every runner, regardless of pace or experience. Chris also shares be...

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276. Brant Stachel | Fast and Free Author on Mindset...

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2026/02/03

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text I’m joined by high-performance running coach, mental performance coach, endurance athlete, and author Brant Stachel. Brant’s new book, Fast and Free: Mindset Training for Endurance Athletes, explores what it really means to train your mind with the same intention and structure as your body — without losing the joy that brought you to the sport in the first place. We talk about managing nerves and pressure, building confidence over time, and...

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275. Natasha Wodak | Rethinking Start Line Safety in...

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2026/01/26

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text I’m joined once again by Canadian marathon record holder Natasha Wodak for a timely and important conversation. We begin by recapping Natasha’s 2025 season and wrap up by looking ahead to what’s lighting her up in 2026, but the heart of this episode focuses on start line safety in a rapidly growing sport. Just days before this recording, Natasha was taken down at the start of a local 8K race after being barged through by another runner. Alt...

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274. Connor Winter | From 16th to 10th: A 2:11...

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2026/01/19

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Connor Winter is a professional marathoner with Tinman Elite who delivered a breakthrough performance at The Marathon Project, running 2:11:43 for 10th place after starting the race in 16th at halfway. In this episode, Connor walks us through the calm, patient decision-making that defined his race—choosing to back off an early pace that felt too hot, trusting the process, and steadily reeling competitors in over the second half. We talk abo...

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273. Best of 2025

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2026/01/12

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Before we get too far into 2026, I’m taking a moment to reflect on some of the most powerful conversations from Inspired Soles in 2025. This “Best Of” episode features seven standout clips from elite athletes, coaches, and everyday runners—each chosen not just for performance, but for the insight, humour, vulnerability, and perspective they brought to the conversation. You’ll hear reflections on goal setting, pacing, fueling, injury prevent...

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272. Dr. Sarah Rigby, C. Psych. | Breaking Bad Habits...

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2026/01/06

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Why is habit change so hard? Registered Clinical Psychologist Dr. Sarah Rigby and I explore motivation, self-compassion, and real-world strategies to break bad habits and build better ones—without shame or perfectionism. Resources we discussed in the episode: Healthy Habits Suck by Dayna Lee-BaggleyAtomic Habits by James ClearHow to Change by Katy Milkman (Choiceology podcast)The Joy of Movement by Kelly McGonigalDo Hard Things by Steve Mag...

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271. Johnny & Carolyn Coffin | The Marathon Project:...

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2025/12/28

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text In this episode, Johnny and Carolyn Coffin recap their unforgettable weekend at The Marathon Project, from chaotic winter-storm travel and behind-the-scenes access at the expo, to a race weekend filled with both breakthrough highs and gut-punch lows. Johnny runs a massive personal best, Carolyn faces a DNF, and together they reflect on what the experience revealed about preparation, pressure, perspective, and why this race was about so much...

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