Through Their Stride

Ep. 41: Leaving Toxic Cycles and Finding Freedom on the Run | Heather Rosemand

In this episode, I'm joined by Heather Rosemand, also known as @heatherrunstexas [https://www.instagram.com/heatherrunstexas/] on Instagram, for an honest conversation about healing, growth, and what it looks like to rebuild your life one step at a time. Heather shares how she got out of an unhealthy relationship, changed her relationship with alcohol, and found something life-giving through running. We talk about the role running has played in her healing, how it helped create a stronger version of herself, and how it's connected her to a community that continues to support and inspire her. This episode is about choosing yourself, doing hard things, and discovering that a new life really can begin with one brave decision. #running #runningpodcast #runningmotivation #changeyourlife

Ep. 40: She Never Stopped Believing: Andie Cozzarelli's OTQ Story

Andie Cozzarelli's journey back to the Olympic Trials marathon standard is one of the most powerful stories I've heard. After debuting in the marathon at the 2016 Olympic Trials and not finishing, Andie spent years fighting to get back. The road was anything but smooth, filled with setbacks, hard lessons, and moments that tested her patience and belief. But in 2026, she broke through in a big way, winning the Glass City Marathon in 2:36:59 and earning the OTQ standard. We talk about what it took to stay in the fight, how learning to truly listen to her body changed her approach, and how those experiences now shape the way she coaches others. This conversation is about perseverance, perspective, and what it means to keep showing up for others. #running #olympictrials #OTQ #marathontraining #runmotivation #runningpodcast

Ep. 39: Heart Over Hard: Aly Kozar on Running Through Life's Toughest Seasons

In this episode of Through Their Stride, I sit down with Arizona-based runner Aly Kozar (@runswithheart on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/runswithheart/]) to talk about what it means to keep showing up when life doesn't go according to plan. Aly shares the ups and downs of her marathon journey, how she's learned to get back up after hard seasons in running and in life, and the deeper personal road of walking through infertility and PCOS. Our conversation centers on resilience, perspective, and the growth mindset that has helped her keep moving forward with hope, honesty, and positivity. This is an episode about endurance in every sense of the word, whether it's chasing finish lines or learning how to keep going when the path is unclear. #running #motivation #PCOS #infertility #runningmotivation #runningpodcast

Ep. 38: The Miles That Help Us Carry Grief: Robert Jackson

In this episode of Through Their Stride, I sit down with Robert Jackson for a conversation about running, grief, and what it means to keep moving forward after loss. Robert shares how running became a place to process sorrow after losing family members, and how the sport has helped carry him through some of the hardest seasons in life. We also talk about his marathon journey, Boston, the people who have helped shape him as a runner, and the role his support system has played along the way. This one was especially personal for me too, because after losing my mom earlier this year, I was able to connect with Robert as a runner and as someone who understands that grief can change the meaning behind every stride. If you've ever used running to work through something heavy, or if you just love hearing honest runner stories, this is a conversation I think will stay with you.

Ep. 37: The Power of Purpose and Cause in Running: Carlie Bixler

What does it mean to run for something bigger than yourself? In this episode, I sit down with Carlie Bixler, a marathoner and key part of the Run Uplifted community in Georgetown who's taking her running all the way to the Copenhagen Marathon as a charity runner for #StacheStrong, raising money for brain cancer research. Carlie shares how her perspective on running has been shaped by the people in her life, from family members affected by cancer to her mother's ongoing recovery from a brain aneurysm. Her story is a powerful reminder that running can be about so much more than pace and performance. When you run for others, you learn more about resilience, gratitude, and showing up while you still can. We talk about community, purpose, and what it looks like to run with meaning behind every mile. If you've ever needed a reason to keep going, this one hits. * Find more about Run Uplifted: https://www.upliftedmovementpt.com/run-uplifted [https://www.upliftedmovementpt.com/run-uplifted] * Donate to Carlie's endeavors: https://www.givengain.com/project/carlie-raising-funds-for-stachestrong-113543 [https://www.givengain.com/project/carlie-raising-funds-for-stachestrong-113543] * Follow Carlie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlierunsamarathon/ [https://www.instagram.com/carlierunsamarathon/] #running #podcast #runner #runningmotivation #texasrunners