Run Curious

In this episode you'll learn why you should run slower than you think, how to build consistency without burnout, why strength and recovery are part of running, how to handle shoes and gear without overthinking it, and why motivation only comes after you start.This is all about running smarter, not harder.

Elise Verboomen is a certified coach, nutritionist, and passionate runner who recently completed the GTC-55, her first ultra marathon in the Alps. In this episode, we talk about how running has taught her acceptance. From navigating injuries and setbacks, to fueling her body properly, to discovering that mistakes are not failures but key lessons. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or eyeing an ultra, Elise’s story is a reminder that the mindset you bring to running can change everything.

Conor doesn’t call himself a runner, but few people are more all-in on running than he is. From a disastrous first marathon to a full-on recovery and fitness routine (complete with a sauna, ice bath, and his own AI running coach) Conor shares what motivates him to keep showing up. We talk resilience, routine, family, and why running is "the most important tool for his mental health".🎯 Support Conor’s Dublin Marathon fundraiser for As I Am (Autism charity):