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What if the hardest part of running isn't the miles...It's deciding that you're worthy of standing on the start line?Welcome to a brand-new series designed to guide you from your very first training run all the way to the finish line.Whether you're training for your first race, chasing a personal best, or simply looking to become stronger physically, mentally and emotionally—this series is for you.In Episode One, The Starting Line, I explore why women really sign up for races, how identity shapes success, and why the biggest transformation happens long before race day.In this episode you'll learn:• Why your "why" matters more than your pace• The psychology behind lasting motivation• How to stop waiting until you "feel ready"• Why becoming a runner starts with one simple decision• Your first challenge for race weekThis isn't just about running.It's about becoming the woman who finishes what she starts.If you're training for an upcoming race, we'd love to hear your story.Subscribe and join us every week as we count down to race day together.#SlayPodcast #Running #HalfMarathon #NikeAfterDark #WomenWhoRun #RunningMotivation #StrengthTraining #LouiseHazel🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODESpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/35UovsfJZfat5xU6r6i55b?si=a54a6454c06445c4&nd=1Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slay/id1393889958Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX5I8e0HAZxB-SEvp4oLCCA📩 JOIN THE COMMUNITYSlay 10K: https://slay.myflodesk.com/slay10kSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@slayathletic/?sub_confirmation=1Shop www.slayathletic.comSlay Newsletter: https://view.flodesk.com/emails/6907a431cef52dfcb87b55f9Slay App Waitlist: https://slay.myflodesk.com/nhkxhv00tgSlay: Your Strongest Year Yet Free Training: https://www.louisehazel.com/blank-5Slay Meetups & IRL Community: https://stan.store/slayathletic?fbclid=PAdGRleARCYI9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafeUDQD0ickXhd39FFC3Mf9yb8wP9i_yUvaUzpgBP7CcxuScV_dqMudyAT5aw_aem_mbFvFU--n6e5nSf9Kt9J3w✨ IF THIS EPISODE SPOKE TO YOU…Please like, comment, and subscribe — it helps this community of strong women grow. Share it with another woman who deserves to rise in 2026.
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