Show Notes
Listen in as we chat about having the courage to try & the importance of not waiting for tomorrow to start. You will be encouraged by Sally's mindset as she prepares to get to a start line to pursue a goal she's had for a long time. And, as always, there is much more in this episode for your encouragement, inspiration and entertainment. Enjoy!
Other Episode Highlights: No sleep with toddlers is the worst Senioritis is real Time flies when you raise kids Mourning seasons of life Gifts & letters from YOU Sally on Zillow AGAIN Street Spanish stories Wisdom & big goals need to work together Teaching your brain to trust your body after injury Tomorrow isn’t guaranteed - start today Failure is feedback Run Far, Lift Heavy FRHVY (Run side by side and we lift each other up) Favorite training shoes Tips on fueling with whole foods Happy New Year in April? Gratitude is a superpower Training for a 50k when all you can run now is 2 miles
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