The Rachel Hollis Podcast

952 | I’ve Run 5,000+ Miles—6 Things You Need If You're Starting From Scratch

April 20, 2026·33 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

This episode features Rachel sharing practical, beginner-friendly advice for starting a running routine, drawn from her own journey from non-athlete to marathon runner. She emphasizes building consistency through simple habits, like choosing a safe route, investing in proper shoes, fueling and recovering correctly, and setting goals such as signing up for a 5K. Ultimately, she frames running as both a physical and mental practice, encouraging listeners to start small, stay consistent, and prove to themselves they can do hard things. Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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