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back at it again

Hiding at the Gym, Half Marathon Prep, Half Ironman Fuel, Music Strategy During a Race, etc.

Solo, but we get into ittttt.

This episode is a mix of race recaps, training thoughts, and a very unexpected unboxing moment. We get into gravel biking adventures, race day experiences, elevation gain, pacing strategies, and the effort it takes to stay consistent when things start to get tough. There is plenty of running talk, from Big Sur reflections and race mindset to recovery struggles and what actually goes through your brain during long efforts. It is an honest look at training, performance, and figuring things out as you go. And then, out of nowhere, Carolyn's new purse makes an appearance. A full unboxing and a moment that steals the show. A mix of running, life updates, and a little bit of everything in between.

Michelle & Carolyn hop into a solo episode and give new goals and life updates.

In person, we talk all about: Cupping & how the calf is the mostttt painful Going to the doctor and feeling better just because you went thereTraveling with running shoes (how many to pack)On running shoes reviewButt soreness Bloating after lifting Hybrid RockstarsKids & GLP1sSunglasses - & do a try on haulWtf are men’s pants sizes River crossings & gravel bike experienceRattlesnakes & spidersMichelle jumping over a snakeMosquito bites & why does Carolyn not get affectedMyspace & Facebook - we were/are the best generation

Diving into Carolyn’s Oceanside recap today - they cover what happened on the bike and all things race day. They also dive into the recent controversy that happened with a popular running influencer at his first half ironman (Michelle gets Carolyn’s take on the whole thing). Michelle has a bad experience with The Feed (spoiler - it was a blood bath) and they also touch on gravel bikes (covering Carolyn’s two new bikes in her rotation), toenails, the London marathon, melasma, and more (not a super gross episode, so Michelle’s mom might like that).

This week Carolyn takes us to Mallorca and brings us along for the full cycling adventure. From travel logistics and athlete packing struggles to taking on some big boi climbs, she shares what it is actually like to train and ride in one of the most iconic cycling destinations. She gets into race prep, nutrition strategies, and gear choices, along with the little things no one warns you about when traveling as an endurance athlete. There are highs, there are lows, there are ants in the hotel room, and yes, there are saddle sores.

Quickie but make it have updates - starting with Carolyn pre-travel to Spain and ending with a couple Michelle rants.

CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR A TRAIL RAGNAR, + chats about the. marathon, bangin' fire alarms, strength training, bras & boobs, ice cream in a running pack, old vs. new Lululemon & wayyyy more stuff

Have you ever had to get a workout in and taken a ridiculous route to get there? We feel you. Today, we touch on jogging… why is it such a triggering word??? Also, why did we sell wrapping paper in elementary school? From loving the jog-a-thon in elementary school to gum addictions to recapping a bike race - this episode is random. Also, beware of cougars in Arizona (cats or older women? The jury is still out.)

🎙 Episode Recap Back to strength training (because injury potential) Tib tibbing, Achilles cracking, balance board rehab = Bike race Sunday + the unsanctioned Red Box for a DVD Convincing oneself to not be competitive (hard) Dell computer struggles Food & social thoughts: WIEIAD videos + people commenting on what you eat Ordering WRONG at a restaurant Post-long run treats (post run or in the PM) Wanting to eat a lot with someone else Angry cyclists -__- & more

This episode is a full grab bag of off course-ness from start to finish. We talk slick back hair struggles, Hollywood influencer events, networking that feels mildly intimidating, and a movie night that was so good it made us cry more than once. There are fashion dilemmas, footwear regrets, and the ongoing effort to look composed while absolutely not feeling that way. We also share injury updates and recovery frustrations, including the unfortunate news that Carolyn’s other tib is now tibbing too. Because apparently one angry leg was not enough. We get into the reality of trying to train while your body has completely different plans. Along the way we spiral into toilet AirPods, earwax oversharing, ClassPass adventures, yoga and Pilates thoughts, and some restaurant experiences. Part lifestyle, part running, part bodily functions.

This week we're questioning everything we thought we knew about running, especially the idea that more miles and more suffering automatically equal better results. We talk about injury myths, overtraining, and why sometimes the bravest thing you can do is take a day off and not spiral about it. Turns out elite athletes recover on purpose, not just by accident. Of course we also share stories that have absolutely nothing to do with optimal performance, including grease fires, rogue smoke detectors, and the weird things your body does when you push it too hard for too long. We get into treadmill truth, influencer running culture, training apps that may or may not be helping, and why race hard or go home is not always the flex people think it is. If you are tired of hustle culture, stuck in an injury cycle, or just want permission to train in a way that actually feels sustainable, this one is for you. Smarter training, fewer breakdowns, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Was Carolyn serving c*nt at pilates? You’ll have to listen to find out. Carolyn & Michelle both find themselves at Lagree studios for a random mid-week workout. If you’ve ever done Lagree or are curious about it, this might be the episode for you - BUT - they also discuss below-the-belt soreness (lol), owning a dog and pet peeves around it, trail running, and so much more. Do you talk while you run? They laugh about the awkwardness of hanging with your endurance friends outside of running or cycling for the first time, how endurance sports welcome you to cross-generational friendships, and doggie paddling. Michelle has a 15k coming up, so they touch on pacing, which leads them into a rant about 1k repeats workouts (why do they suck?) and high heart rates during training.