We all hear how important strength training can be to a fitness and training plan. Why? A conversation with athletic trainer and strength coach Jim Starkey from IMPACT Sports Performance in Buffalo, N.Y. on how to get over your weight room fears. Recorded Jan. 6, 2016. Podcast No. 1

Lift heavy things, get better at life

Leslie Stein didn't feel like much of an athlete during her time at West Point and while serving in the Army. But little things changed her perspective and once her mindset shifted, big things became possible. In this conversation, Leslie shares her experiences including how picking up loose change helped her see that little triumphs add up to big results.

Small things add up to big results

We talk with friend of the podcast Nate Lull about his marathon running (he's done Boston twice) and the mental side of the training and racing game -- from finding your tribe to flipping the mental switch in tough races to letting go of fear and ripping your race pace. He also tells us about his participation with BeTheMatch.org. 

Running tribes and mental toughness

A sports writer and endurance athlete who likes to share stories that help people (of all ages and levels) discover, encourage and celebrate their inner athlete.

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