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by Choose Strong with Sally and Eddie McRae
Hosted by Eddie and Sally McRae, Choose Strong is about choosing strength over fear in every situation in life. Strong Mind, Strong Body, Strong Love. Each episode is filled with candid insight, raw and relatable stories and interviews. As a pro athlete, wife, mother, and biz owner, Sally seeks to encourage others to live a strong and courageous life and uses her running as a metaphor for life. The show covers a variety of life focused topics including running, total wellness, mindset, parenting, life balance, the impact of social media, and staying motivated while working toward goals.
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- 4 days ago1h 27m
#161 | Harvey Lewis | The Mental Game of Endurance: How to Keep Going When You Want to Quit
Ultrarunning legend Harvey Lewis joins Sally to share his extraordinary journey from an unlikely teenage marathoner to one of the world's most accomplished endurance athletes, revealing how optimism, adaptability, and mental toughness have shaped his life. They explore the psychology of pushing beyond perceived limits, the power of staying present, and Sally's exciting announcement that she's taking on her first official Backyard Ultra. Enjoy!OTHER EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: How Harvey’s mother encouraged his ambitious goals and helped shape his adventurous mindset.Balanccing fatherhood, college, work, and ultrarunning at just 20 years old.Why Harvey recommends three dedicated crew members for success in a Backyard Ultra.How backyard races become psychological battles filled with mind games and strategy.Why pizza, mac and cheese, cookies, and guacamole are part of Harvey’s race-day nutrition.13+ years of commuting without a car.KEEP UP WITH HARVEY:INSTAGRAM: @harveylewisultrarunnerYOUTUBE: @harveyandkellyWEBSITE: runquesttravel.comAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Sally McRae Strength AppChoose Strong Book Choose Strong Podcast YouTubeSally McRae YouTubeChoose Strong Merch Choose Strong Strava GroupSubstack @SallyMcRaeYellowRunnerSupport the show by taking advantage of the deals from our sponsors:OAK ESSENTIALS: Use code SALLY at oakessentials.com to get 15% off your first purchase! #OakEssentials #adWARBY PARKER: Our listeners can buy one pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs at warbyparker.com/SALLY — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #adBUBS NATURALS: Live Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For A limited time get 20% Off your entire order with code SALLY at Bubsnaturals.com
- 2 weeks ago1h 31m
#160 | Jon Levitt | Building Community, Following Your Passion & Why Running Helps
In this episode, Sally sits down with longtime friend and fellow podcast host Jonathan Levitt for an honest conversation about the power of running, meaningful friendships, taking risks, and building a life around what you love. Jon opens up about navigating a difficult breakup, finding emotional strength through running, leaving his corporate career to pursue entrepreneurship, and the importance of staying true to yourself in a world driven by social media and outside expectations.OTHER EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: From Hating Running to Marathons Breaking the Three-Hour Marathon Barrier The Origins of For the Long Run — How conversations with inspiring athletes became a podcast.Why Small Steps Build Momentum — Practical advice for turning an idea into something meaningful.The Value of Genuine Curiosity & why Jon prefers deeper conversations over chasing podcast rankings.Finding Your People Through Running The Great Running T-Shirt Debate Favorite Running Fuels and Nutrition Running Shoes and Injury Management Recovery Tools Worth Discussing — Sauna sessions, blood flow restriction, compression socks, and Normatec boots.KEEP UP WITH JON:INSTAGRAM: @jwlevittPODCAST: For the Long Run PODCAST: Long Run Labs SUBSTACK: Long Run Labs WEBSITE: ForTheLong.RunX (TWITTER): @jwlevitt LINKEDIN: Jonathon LevittAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Sally McRae Strength AppChoose Strong Book Choose Strong Podcast YouTubeSally McRae YouTubeChoose Strong Merch Choose Strong Strava GroupSubstack @SallyMcRaeYellowRunnerSupport the show by taking advantage of the deals from our sponsors:DAVID PROTEIN: ‘Buy 4 cartons and get the 5th one free’ at Davidprotein.com/SALLYONESKIN: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code SALLY at https://www.oneskin.co/SALLY #oneskinpodMUD/WTR: Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code STRONG at <a href="https://mudwtr.com/pages/rise-2-pdp?utm_source=superfiliate&utm_campaign=STRONG&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=eyJzZi1leHRlcm5hbC1zZXNzaW9uLXV1aWQiOiIzMDIzNjg2NS02NDg2LTRjNTktYTBiOS0xNmY4MGM1OWViMGUiLCJzZi1vcmlnaW4iOiJvcmdhbmljLS1TVFJPTkciLCJ1dG1fbGlua190eXBlIjoicHJpbWFyeSJ9&ref=superfiliate-STRONG&utm_link_type=primary&attributes=%7B%22sf-exter
- 3 weeks ago42 min
#159 | Tim Tollefson on Failure, Growth & Community - LIVE from Mammoth Trailfest
***AUDIO ONLYRecorded live at Mammoth Trail Fest, Sally sits down with longtime friend, professional ultrarunner, and race founder Tim Tollefson for an inspiring conversation about perseverance, personal growth, and finding purpose beyond athletic achievements. Tim reflects on his journey from an overlooked young runner to one of the sport’s most accomplished athletes, opening up about setbacks, personal struggles, and the lessons learned along the way. Together, they explore the power of vulnerability, the importance of community, and how running can become something far greater than chasing finish lines.Other Episode Highlights:Tim's journey from soccer to professional runningWhy finishing Leadville meant more than the podiumThe inspiration behind creating Mammoth Trail FestTim's experience pacing Sally at Cocodona 250Why Tim has no plans to run a 200-milerAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Sally McRae Strength AppChoose Strong Book Choose Strong Podcast YouTubeSally McRae YouTubeChoose Strong Merch Choose Strong Strava GroupSubstack @SallyMcRaeYellowRunnerSupport the show by taking advantage of the deals from our sponsors:MOUNT TO COAST: Save 20% off The Sonoma Fall Classic at ultrasignup.com with code CHOOSESTRONG20ORION SLEEP: Save 15% off at orionsleep.com/SALLY
- Sep 30, 20261h 40m
#158 | Meg Eckert | 636 Miles in 6 Days: Her Record-Breaking Run
In this episode, Sally gets a chance to chat with friend, ultrarunner, and world-record holder Meg Eckert about her remarkable journey from being too afraid to show up for her first 5K to becoming one of the world’s top multi-day runners. Meg recently ran more than 636 miles in six days, becoming the first woman to surpass 1,000 kilometers in the event. She opens up about pacing, fear, joy, discomfort, her relationship with running, and the mindset that continues to push her toward discovering what she’s capable of. Thanks for pushing play. Enjoy!Other Episode Highlights:Skipping her first 5K out of fearWhy she started running because of her dogMeeting her husband through runningOften runs to work—and arrives earlier than when she drivesMeg's love of six-day racesHow she is very particular about tying her shoesWhy brushing your teeth mid-race feels amazingTeaching middle school vs. hour 130How joy and suffering can coexistTraining her gut with short-run gelsHow she still thinks she can improve the recordKeep Up With Meg:INSTAGRAM: @_megeckertAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Sally McRae Strength AppChoose Strong Book Choose Strong Podcast YouTubeSally McRae YouTubeChoose Strong Merch Choose Strong Strava GroupSubstack @SallyMcRaeYellowRunnerSupport the show by taking advantage of the deals from our sponsors:QUALIA: Magnesium, multiplied. 10 forms for total support. Go to https://qualialife.com/SALLY to get 50% off and save an extra 15% with the code SALLYORION SLEEP: Save 15% off at orionsleep.com/SALLY
- Sep 25, 20261h 5m
#157 | Rachel Drake | Motherhood, Medicine, & Racing UTMB
In this episode, Sally chats with her friend, and Elite ultrarunner, Rachel Drake, who shares what it looks like to pursue big dreams while raising two young children and working 65–80-hour weeks as an anesthesia resident. She opens up about UTMB, returning to running after pregnancy, leaning on family support, and learning that different priorities can take the lead during different seasons of life. You will be encouraged by Rachel's drive and commitment to excellence in all she does! Enjoy! Other Episode Highlights:How running helps the emotionally demanding experiences she encounters at the hospitalSally eating Rachel's pre-race sweet potatoes The perspective of suffering from illness vs suffering in a raceUTMB training 50-60 miles a week Overnight shifts days before UTMBRunning after pregnancyHaving an older brother helped to develop her competitiveness Keep Up With Rachel:STRAVA: Rachel Drake INSTAGRAM: @rachelraedrakeYOUTUBE: @ultrafamilyhustleAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Sally McRae Strength AppChoose Strong Book Choose Strong Podcast YouTubeSally McRae YouTubeChoose Strong Merch Choose Strong Strava GroupSubstack @SallyMcRaeYellowRunnerBe sure to take advantage of the deals from our sponsors:ONESKIN: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code SALLY at https://www.oneskin.co/SALLY #oneskinpodLAGOON SLEEP: Use code CHOOSESTRONG for 15% off at LagoonSleep.com/CHOOSESTRONG
- Sep 19, 20261h 30m
#156 | Rachel Entrekin | Best Year Ever!
Fresh off an incredible second-place finish at UTMB, Rachel shares what it was really like navigating the overwhelming crowds, racing alongside the best in the world, and fighting to hold onto second place in the final miles. She also opens up about her surprise mountaintop engagement, life with Will, wedding plans, Switzerland, pickleball, her upcoming Snowman Race in Bhutan, and why she’s more committed than ever to doing things her own way! You'll love this conversation. Enjoy! Other Episode Highlights:The overwhelming UTMB start Glitter on the start line Being chased for 2nd placeTrying to find her "positive attitude" Her fiance, Will, "The King of Switzerland" Wedding planning Keep Up With Rachel: Substack: @rachelentrekinIG: @rachel__entrekinAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Sally McRae Strength AppChoose Strong Book Choose Strong Podcast YouTubeSally McRae YouTubeChoose Strong Merch Choose Strong Strava GroupSubstack @SallyMcRaeYellowRunnerBe sure to take advantage of the great deals from our sponsors!ORION SLEEP: Visit orionsleep.com/SALLY to get 15% off. PRIMAL QUEEN: Our listeners get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at PrimalQueen.com/SALLY #ad
- Sep 4, 20261h 59m
#155 | Sally's Badwater 135 Race Recap
Just days before Badwater 135, Sally received an unexpected call offering her a spot in the race after she had already stopped heat training and shifted her focus toward TDS in the Alps. With only five days to prepare, she chose to say yes, reset her expectations, and approach one of the toughest races in the world very differently than she had in the past. Sally shares how slowing down, listening to her body, leaning on an incredible crew, and letting go of performance goals turned into one of her most meaningful race experiences. Enjoy!Giveaway will last for 10 days from the release of this episode. Other Episode Highlights:Another giveaway!Managing recurring stomach problems during ultrasKnee update after nearly 500 miles of racingMeeting her crew for the first time the day before the racePopsicle at mile 25 creates a problemRunning the final miles with Joe CorcioneBarely eating from mile 45-120 McDonald's hash brown saves the day Community highlights All links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Sally McRae Strength AppChoose Strong Book Choose Strong Podcast YouTubeSally McRae YouTubeChoose Strong Merch Choose Strong Strava GroupSubstack @SallyMcRaeYellowRunnerBe sure to take advantage of the great deals from our sponsors!MUD/WTR: Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code STRONG at mudwtr.com/STRONG #mudwtrpodLAUNDRY SAUCE: Make laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire order @LaundrySauce with code STRONG at https://laundrysauce.com/STRONG #laundrysaucepod
- Aug 28, 20262h 38m
#154 | Sally's TDS Race Recap!
Fresh off the finish line in Chamonix, Sally recaps her first TDS—one of the most rugged races in the UTMB week—after battling rain, massive climbs, a brutal fall, a badly injured leg, and the loss of her poles. She shares how gratitude, perspective, and repeatedly choosing to take the next step carried her through to the finish line and helped turn a difficult race into a powerful reminder that feeling weak doesn’t mean you have to quit! It’s a long one, but it is worth it! Enjoy!Other Episode Highlights:Starting from the last corralSurviving the midnight stormThe aggressive first cutoff checkpointRunning, falling, sliding down in the rainSeven-thousand-foot mountain climbsRacing the last half of the TDS race without poles (crazy!)Why mountain gear really mattersAn encouragement for YOU to keep goingAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Sally McRae Strength AppChoose Strong Book Choose Strong Podcast YouTubeSally McRae YouTubeChoose Strong Merch Choose Strong Strava GroupEpisode Sponsors:TRUE NUTRITION: Get 20% off your first order at truenutrition.com/CHOOSESTRONG with code CHOOSESTRONGLAGOON SLEEP: Go to LagoonSleep.com/CHOOSESTRONG and take the 2-minute sleep quiz to find your match. Use the code CHOOSESTRONG for 15% off your first purchase.
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About Choose Strong
Hosted by Eddie and Sally McRae, Choose Strong is about choosing strength over fear in every situation in life. Strong Mind, Strong Body, Strong Love. Each episode is filled with candid insight, raw and relatable stories and interviews. As a pro athlete, wife, mother, and biz owner, Sally seeks to encourage others to live a strong and courageous life and uses her running as a metaphor for life. The show covers a variety of life focused topics including running, total wellness, mindset, parenting, life balance, the impact of social media, and staying motivated while working toward goals.
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