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Mindful Marathon Podcast

Michelle Quirk, MD

A podcast helping runners to run their own race. In each episode, you will hear how to get started, fuel better, keep going, recover, or simply enjoy running a little bit more. Hosted by Running Coach Michelle Quirk, MD. Find out more about the program at Mindful-Marathon.com.

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Ep 64: Three Things to Stop Doing this December when...

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2025/12/01

December can feel like one of the hardest months to stay consistent with your running. Between colder temperatures, darker mornings, holiday stress, and disrupted routines, so many runners feel like they’re “falling behind.” In this episode, Coach Michelle shares three things she wants you to stop doing this month - habits and mindsets that make winter running harder than it needs to be. And, she'll give you the tools to reframe your mindset and what to start doing instead. You’ll walk away feeling

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Ep 63: Why I Love a Turkey Trot - Running into...

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2025/11/24

In this Thanksgiving week episode, Coach Michelle shares why the Turkey Trot has become one of her favorite holiday running traditions! For many women physicians, Thanksgiving can feel like another marathon: cooking, hosting, managing schedules, keeping the family afloat, all while trying to slow down long enough to enjoy the day. The Turkey Trot offers something rare: a moment that belongs entirely to you. In this episode, we explore: Why the 5K distance is so approachable How Turkey Trots

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Ep 62: Lacing Up and Running on Purpose - Making...

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2025/11/17

Ever wish you could leave work on time and still have the energy to run, rest, or enjoy your evening? This week on the Mindful Marathon Podcast, Dr. Michelle Quirk sits down with Dr. Mary Leung, physician and certified life coach who helps doctors reclaim their time, energy, and joy.After years of long hours and late-night charting, Dr. Mary discovered a new way forward that was grounded in mindset, gratitude, and intentional habits. Today, she helps physicians streamline their workday so they can

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Ep 61: Embracing the Chill - A Winter Guide to...

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2025/11/10

Cold weather doesn’t mean you have to hang up your running sneakers. In this episode, Dr. Michelle Quirk — physician, run coach, and founder of Mindful Marathon — shares practical and mindful ways to keep running through the winter. Whether you’re training for a race or simply want to maintain your routine, this episode will help you layer up, stay motivated, and find joy in your cold-weather miles.You’ll Learn: The mindset shift that makes winter running more enjoyable A simple layering guide so

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Ep 60: Fueling for Performance - Nourishing the...

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2025/11/03

In this episode of the Mindful Marathon Podcast, Coach Michelle welcomes Sarah Skobeloff, a registered dietitian specializing in sports performance and ADHD, for a conversation that every runner needs to hear. Together, they unpack what it truly means to fuel for performance, and how common diet culture messages can hold us back from running and feeling our best.They dive into the science and mindfulness behind proper nutrition for endurance training, and how intentional meal planning can make the

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Ep 59: When Healing Requires Slowing Down - One...

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2025/10/27

In this week’s episode of The Mindful Marathon Podcast, Dr. Michelle Quirk is joined by Dr. Siri Chand for a thoughtful conversation on recovery, resilience, and redefining health in the wake of long COVID.Dr. Chand shares her personal experience navigating dysautonomia and long COVID, and how she’s learned to adapt her approach to movement, rest, and healing. Together, they discuss the importance of stress reduction, the role of mindfulness, and the reality that health isn’t found in a pill. It’s

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Ep 58: Running with Purpose - Balancing Medicine,...

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2025/10/20

In this episode, Dr. Michelle Quirk sits down with Dr. Alex Fiks — pediatrician, researcher, and endurance athlete — to talk about his evolving fitness journey. Alex shares how an avid cyclist found his way into running, what he learned from completing a Half Ironman relay, and why he’s now training for the Philadelphia Half Marathon with a mission that goes beyond the miles.Together, they discuss balancing fitness with a demanding medical career, the joy of participating in races with family, and

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Ep 57: Letting Go of Mom Guilt - Redefining Balance...

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2025/10/13

Join Dr. Michelle Quirk and Dr. Laurel Kilpatrick for a heartfelt conversation about letting go of mom guilt and learning to rest. They share personal stories about burnout, solo travel, and the power of giving yourself permission to recharge.Dr. Kilpatrick opens up about her own journey through burnout, her leave of absence, and how coaching helped her rebuild a sustainable, fulfilling life in medicine. Together, they explore how retreats, destination races, and mindful rest can help women

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Ep 56: Movement & Rest - Creating a Prescription that...

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2025/10/06

In this episode of the podcast, I’m sharing reflections from my recent Mindful Movement Retreat, where a small group of incredible women physicians stepped away from their busy lives to exhale, rest, and reconnect with themselves. We jogged and walked by the beach, practiced yoga, experienced a sound bowl session and yoga nidra, and most importantly, gave ourselves permission to pause. So often we’re told to push harder, do more, and stay on the treadmill (literally and figuratively). But

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20:43

Ep 55: Beyond Carb Loading - How to Fuel Well for...

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2025/09/29

Fueling well is one of the biggest challenges for runners and one of the most important pieces of training. This week, I’m joined by Rebecca Jaspan MPH, RD, CEDS, CDCES, registered dietitian, eating disorder specialist, and founder of Rebecca Jaspan Nutrition. Rebecca is also a runner herself, so she knows firsthand the obstacles athletes face when it comes to eating enough, finding the right balance, and navigating race-day fueling.In this conversation, we cover everything from everyday nutrition

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Ep 54: Never Too Late - Finding Yourself Through...

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2025/09/26

In this episode of the Mindful Marathon Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Marion McCrary, a primary care physician, national board-certified health and wellness coach, and fellow runner who didn’t lace up until her 30s. At age 42, she crossed the finish line of her very first half marathon. Dr. McCrary shares the ups and downs of her running journey, from training for three half marathons in 18 months, to taking breaks, and always finding her way back. Her story is a reminder that running doesn’t have to

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Ep 53: 10k Training Made Simple - The Race That Fits...

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2025/09/15

The 10k is often overlooked, but it might be the most underrated race distance of all.In this episode of the Mindful Marathon Podcast, Coach Michelle unpacks why the 10k is such a powerful distance: Why it’s perfect for both beginners and seasoned runners. How it helps build confidence and bridges the gap between the 5k and half marathon. The science: how 10k training builds aerobic efficiency and improves running economy for every distance. Simple, sustainable training strategies to

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Ep 52: Lessons from One Year Behind the Mic - A...

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2025/09/08

We did it! 52 episodes, one full year of the Mindful Marathon Podcast! In this special anniversary episode, I’m reflecting on the journey so far and sharing some of the biggest lessons I’ve learned along the way.You’ll hear: Why solo episodes stretched me outside my comfort zone and how that’s a lot like trying something new in running The power of consistency and how scheduling podcast time became just like scheduling workouts A listener review that made my day (and how you can leave one too!) Our

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Ep 51: From Racing to Renewal - Navigating Burnout...

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2025/09/01

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amelia Bueche - osteopathic physician, lifelong athlete, coach, and founder of This Osteopathic Life. We explore how the lessons of running and triathlon translate into everyday life: adapting to new paces, finding complementary movement, and recognizing when it’s time to shift gears. Amelia shares her own journey with athletics, mindset, and burnout, including why she chose not to run competitively in college despite opportunities to do so. Together, we discuss

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Ep 50: Building Your Running Base - Easy Miles, Big...

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2025/08/25

Building a strong running base is one of the most important steps you can take as a runner, whether you’re just starting out, coming back from an injury, or resetting after a big training cycle.In this episode, I break down what base training is, why easy miles matter, and how long you should spend in this phase. You’ll learn the key goals of base building, how it sets you up for future success, and simple ways to approach your easy runs with confidence and avoid boredom! If you’ve ever wondered

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Ep 49: You Belong at the Start Line - 5 Running Lies...

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2025/08/18

Do you ever feel like you’re not a “real runner”? Maybe you think you’re too slow, need to run a certain distance, or have to look a certain way to belong on the pavement. I’ve been there too, and I’ve learned that these are just stories we tell ourselves that hold us back.In this episode, I’m sharing the 5 most common running myths that stop beginners from starting or enjoying running, and the truth behind them. From pacing and speed, to walk breaks, distance, and body image, we’re busting these

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Ep 48: From Five Minutes to 5k - A Beginner's Journey...

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2025/08/11

Every runner starts somewhere, and for me, it started with just five minutes around the block.In this episode, I’m sharing the story of how I went from a stressed-out new physician to crossing the finish line of my very first 5K. Whether you’re brand new to running or just getting back into it, you’ll hear the simple, sustainable steps that helped me build consistency, confidence, and joy in running. You’ll learn: How to find your “why” so you stay motivated Why starting small is the smartest

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Ep 47: Running as a Mom - From Bump to Baby and...

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2025/08/04

Curious about how to navigate running during pregnancy and after baby arrives? In this episode, Coach Michelle is joined by OB-GYN and mom of four, Dr. Carolyn Moyers, for a candid and informative conversation all about running through the seasons of motherhood. We cover listener questions and key topics like: Safe ways to keep running while pregnant, the best gear for pregnancy and postpartum (bump supports, nursing bras, jogging strollers), how to return to running after childbirth, understanding

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Ep 46: Mind over Musselman - Relaying Lessons from 70.3

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2025/07/28

What does a half Ironman teach you about running, racing, and doing hard things? In this episode, I’m recapping my experience at the Musselman 70.3, where I teamed up for the relay and coached my husband Tony to complete the full race. I’m sharing the highs, the rough parts (hello, ocean-like waves!), and the key takeaways that apply to any distance or challenge: trusting your training, leaning into consistency, and keeping your mindset strong when things get tough. Even if a 70.3 isn’t on your

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Ep 45: Stronger Miles - How Strength Training...

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2025/07/21

Join Coach Michelle Quirk and certified personal trainer Kayla Heimerman for a practical and encouraging conversation about why strength training is essential for runners. Kayla, also a group fitness instructor and avid runner, shares her favorite tips to help you get started and stick with a strength routine.Whether you're training for your first 5K or your next marathon, this episode will give you easy, effective strategies to build strength, prevent injury, and support your running for the long

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