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Strides for Strength
Michaela and Erin are RRCA certified run coaches and Registered Nurses by degree! The Strides for Strength podcast is where running meets everyday life. We focus on mindset, physical strength and all of life’s in between moments of self doubt and fear both on and off the run. Our mission is to make running SIMPLE and FUN while we pull back the curtains around all things running tips, tricks, motivation and lifestyle with athlete interviews, guest experts combined with our many years of running experience going from non runners to now multiple time marathoners to help you become the athlete you were always meant to be.
Strides for Strength
[ATHLETE] The Long Road to Triathlons & Beyond w/ Nicole Hilley
Nicole joins us on the Strides for Strength podcast to share her journey from a high school state champion swimmer to a triathlete chasing Ironman dreams. From navigating setbacks like injuries and illness to rebuilding her running from the ground up, Nicole’s story is one of discipline, patience, and persistence. Whether you’re curious about triathlon or just need a reminder that growth comes with time, this conversation will inspire you to embrace the long game in your own training.
💡 What You’ll Hear:
- Nicole’s transition from competitive swimming to running and triathlon
- How a New Year’s resolution turned into a lifelong love for endurance sports
- The role patience played in coming back from injury and illness
- Why triathlon culture and community are unlike anything else
- The surprising impact of cadence, strength, and small details on big improvements
- How focusing on feeling strong—rather than chasing numbers—changes the game
- Nicole’s future goals (yes, the full Ironman seed has been planted!)
CONNECT WITH US:
IG: @sfsrunners
Coach Erin: @therunningrosen
Coach Michaela: @michaela_robertson_
WEBSITE: https://www.stridesforstrength.com/
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