The Elevate Your Running Podcast

In this episode of the Elevate Your Running Podcast, I sit down with Meghan Howard to explore what it really means to show up with bravery in your running—and in your life.

Meghan shares the story behind her incredible 2:52 performance at the Tokyo Marathon, giving an inside look at the training, mindset, and resilience it took to get there. But this conversation goes far beyond splits and race day execution. We dive into the emotional side of the sport—the highs that keep us coming back, and the inevitable lows that test our patience, identity, and belief in ourselves.

We also talk about her unforgettable experience running the Berlin Marathon alongside Harry Styles, and what it was like to be part of such a unique and high-energy race environment.

This episode is a reminder that progress in running isn’t linear, and that courage often looks like continuing to show up when things feel uncertain. Whether you’re chasing a breakthrough performance or simply trying to stay consistent in a busy season of life, Meghan’s story will leave you feeling inspired to lean into the process and trust your journey.

Follow Meghan on IG here.

Resources & Links:
Work with Coach Sara + the Elevate Your Running Coaching Team  – Coaching and Programs
elevateyourrunning.com

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Where To Listen
Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Music | YouTube Channel 

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. 

Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, Sara’s training updates, Q + A coaching advice, and more through this platform! 

PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:
Boulderthon 2026: save $20 off the marathon or half marathon with code SARA20
Dynamic Runner:⁠ code SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscription
Senitas Athletics: save 15% off your total order using the link attached
Cheribundi: code ELEVATE for 15% off
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What does it look like to chase a Boston Qualifier while raising kids, working full-time, and building a running community from the ground up?

In this episode, I’m joined by Carolyn Bollozos, a marathoner, Ironman finisher, working mom of two, and founder of GP Mother Runners — a thriving community of women balancing motherhood and endurance sport.

Carolyn shares her journey from running her first turkey trot in college to completing three Ironmans, and now preparing for her 8th marathon with the goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon.

We talk about the realities of pursuing big running goals while juggling career, family, and training — and how community can make the entire journey more meaningful.

Carolyn also shares how moving from San Francisco to Michigan inspired her to create GP Mother Runners, a group that has grown to more than 40 members and recently became a nonprofit organization.

In this episode we discuss:
Carolyn’s journey from casual runner to Ironman athlete

The pursuit of a Boston Marathon Qualifier

How working with a coach helped identify training blind spots

Choosing the right race for a BQ attempt

Balancing marathon training with career and motherhood

The power of running communities for women

How GP Mother Runners grew into a thriving nonprofit running group
Why running continues to play such a meaningful role in this stage of life

If you're a runner chasing your next breakthrough, navigating the balance of life and training, or looking for deeper connection through running — this episode will inspire you.

Follow Carolyn on Instagram

Resources & Links:
Work with Coach Sara + the Elevate Your Running Coaching Team  – Coaching and Program
elevateyourrunning.com

Instagram – Join the Community
Elevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappy

Where to Listen:
Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Music | YouTube Channel 

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. 

Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, Sara’s training updates, Q + A coaching advice, and more through this platform! 

PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:
Boulderthon 2026: save $20 off the marathon or half marathon with code SARA20
Dynamic Runner:⁠ code SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscription
Senitas Athletics: save 15% off your total order using the link attached
Cheribundi: code ELEVATE for 15% off

Skratch Labs - Use this code for 20% off your next order!

If you’re training hard but still feeling tired, plateaued, or struggling to race your best, your nutrition may be the missing piece.

In this episode, I’m joined by registered dietitian Alex Larson, RD, to break down how runners can use nutrition as a performance tool — not just something to think about after a workout. We talk about the most common fueling mistakes endurance runners make, how to tell if you're under-fueled, and what “eating enough” actually looks like when you’re training for a marathon or half marathon.

Alex explains why intra-run fueling matters, and how nutrition directly affects recovery, intra-run gel intake, and long-term performance.

If you’re chasing a breakthrough race — whether that’s a PR, a marathon goal like sub-3, or simply feeling stronger and more consistent in training — this conversation will help you understand how fueling properly can unlock your next level.

You’ll Learn:
The most common nutrition mistake endurance runners make

The easiest way to tell if you're under-fueling

What “eating enough” actually means during marathon training

How carbohydrate intake impacts performance and recovery

Why fueling during long runs and workouts matters more than most runners think

The long-term performance benefits of fueling properly for years

If you’re not seeing performance gains, it might not be your training — it might be your fueling.

Tune in to learn how optimizing your nutrition can help you recover faster, train consistently, and race stronger.

Resources & Links
Follow Alex on Instagram, listen to her podcast, and learn more about her 1:1 coaching!

Work with Coach Sara + the Elevate Your Running Coaching Team  – Coaching and Programs
elevateyourrunning.com

Instagram – Join the Community
Elevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappy

Where To Listen
Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Music | YouTube Channel 

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. 

Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, Sara’s training updates, Q + A coaching advice, and more through this platform! 

PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:
Boulderthon 2026: save $20 off the marathon or half marathon with code SARA20
Dynamic Runner:⁠ code SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscription
Senitas Athletics: save 15% off your total order using the link attached
Cheribundi: code ELEVATE for 15% off
Skratch Labs - Use this code for 20% off your next order!

What does it actually take to break 3 hours in the marathon?

In this episode, I’m joined by Laura Filla to talk about the physical and mental demands of running sub-3 (2:59:59). We break down 6:52/mile pace, key marathon workouts, fueling strategy, long run structure, and the mindset required to execute on race day.

We also discuss why so many runners plateau at 3:05–3:10, common training mistakes, and what separates runners who successfully break 3 from those who fall just short.

If you’re chasing a sub-3 marathon, trying to PR, or looking to level up your marathon training, this episode will give you clarity on what matters most.

Connect with Coach Laura Filla online and on Instagram! 

Resources & Links:
Work with Coach Sara + the Elevate Your Running Coaching Team  – Coaching and Programs
elevateyourrunning.com

Instagram – Join the Community
Elevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappy

Where To Listen:
Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Music | YouTube Channel 

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. 

Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, Sara’s training updates, Q + A coaching advice, and more through this platform! 

PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:
Boulderthon 2026: save $20 off the marathon or half marathon with code SARA20
Dynamic Runner:⁠ code SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscription
Senitas Athletics: save 15% off your total order using the link attached
Cheribundi: code ELEVATE for 15% off
Skratch Labs - Use this code for 20% off your next order!

You’ve done the workouts. You’ve built the fitness.

So why does race day sometimes feel like you’re not quite hitting your potential?

In this episode, we’re breaking down what it really means to get the most out of your race — and why fitness alone isn’t enough. Because racing is a skill. And like any skill, it requires intention, discipline, and emotional control.

I’ll walk you through:
Why execution matters just as much as fitness

The biggest mistake runners make in the first 10 minutes

How to handle the “this is getting hard” moment mid-race

What separates participating from competing
And how to reflect properly so every race builds toward your next breakthrough

This episode is a teaser for a deeper conversation I’ll be having with my 1:1 coaching team — where we’ll build out race execution plans and break down how to stop leaving time on the course.

If you’ve ever crossed the finish line knowing you had more in you… this one’s for you.

Resources & Links:
Work with Coach Sara + the Elevate Your Running Coaching Team  – Coaching and Programs
elevateyourrunning.com

Instagram – Join the Community
Elevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappy

Where to Listen
Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Music | YouTube Channel 

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. 

Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, Sara’s training updates, Q + A coaching advice, and more through this platform! 

PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:
Dynamic Runner:⁠ code SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscription
Senitas Athletics: save 15% off your total order using the link attached
Cheribundi: code ELEVATE for 15% off

Skratch Labs - Use this code for 20% off your next order!