Inspired Soles
Inspired Soles is a podcast that fuels your passion for running and helps you achieve peak performance with every stride. Host Carolyn Coffin talks with industry experts, coaches, Olympians and everyday runners to educate and inspire you to take your running to the next level.
Episodes
253 episodes
252. Dr. Sasha Gollish | Navigating Running Transitions & the Power of Better Questions
Sasha Gollish is a Team Canada athlete, engineer, researcher, gender equity advocate, empowering coach, and community leader. She’s also the Director of Knowledge Mobilization for Youth Sport at the University of Toronto, where she makes sport ...
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Episode 252
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1:07:13
251. Jessica Wylychenko, RD | Fueling Your Next Marathon PR (Re-Run)
With fall marathon season on the horizon, there’s no better time to revisit this essential conversation with Winnipeg-based Registered Dietitian Jessica Wylychenko, founder of Speed & Savoury. Originally released in August 2024, th...
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Episode 251
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1:23:26
250. Shirley Ramos | Tracktastic: How One Joyful Track Meet Changed Everything for a Recreational Marathon Runner
When Shirley Ramos showed up to Tracktastic 2023 in Winnipeg, she thought she was just going to watch. Little did she know, by the end of the day, she’d be standing on the podium after an impromptu 4x400m relay — and officially hooked ...
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Episode 250
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58:01
249. Ben Rosario | Join Me at The Marathon Project + Industry News Roundup
Ben Rosario is back! The Co-Founder & CEO of The Marathon Project returns to Inspired Soles just four months after his first appearance to share exciting updates about the race’s 2025 edition—and so much more.Since ...
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Episode 249
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1:13:50
248. Johnny Coffin | Mic Check Relay Recap & Race Breakdown
If you're just tuning in for the first time and wondering, what exactly is the Mic Check Relay? — allow us to catch you up!On July 16th, Inspired Soles went head-to-head against our friends Rob & Charlie Tétr...
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Episode 248
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41:53
247. Johnny Coffin | Mic Check Relay Preview & Race Day Predictions
🎙️ With just days to go until the Mic Check Relay, my husband Johnny and I sat down for a quick and candid preview of what’s shaping up to be the ultimate podcast showdown between Inspired Soles and
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Episode 247
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24:01
246. Andrea Amiot | A 3:18 at Grandma’s Marathon & The Life Lessons That Came With It
This episode features Andrea Amiot, a 42-year-old runner, coach, business owner, and mom from Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, who recently returned to the marathon after a 6-year break—and did so in style.Andrea ran a beautifully executed 3:18:...
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Episode 246
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1:08:29
245. Daniel Heschuk | 1:06 Half Marathoner & Trail Standout Who Runs with Curiosity (and Zebras)
This episode of Inspired Soles features 28-year-old Daniel Heschuk — a highly accomplished and versatile runner who thrives across road, trail, and mountain terrain. Born and raised in Neepawa, Manitoba, Daniel competed for five years ...
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Episode 245
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1:07:28
244. 5K for $5K | The Running Journey x Inspired Soles Mic Check Relay Showdown
My husband Johnny is back in the co-host seat, and we're thrilled to be joined by our favourite running brothers, Rob & Charlie Tetrault from The Running J...
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Episode 244
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1:13:02
243. Glynis Sim | Thriving After Injury: The Power of Fueling & Living Fully
Glynis Sim is a 27-year-old elite distance runner based in Vancouver, BC, where she trains with the Vancouver Thunderbirds under coach Steve Weiler. She’s the 2022 U Sports Cross Country Champion, recently won the Vancouver Sun Run in 32:54, an...
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Episode 243
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54:32
242. Erin Mawhinney | Ottawa 10K Podium Finisher, Powered by Energy Drinks, Karaoke & Good Vibes
Erin Mawhinney is a 28-year-old elite runner, full-time nurse, and proud Hamiltonian who recently ran her way onto the podium at the 2025 Canadian 10K Championships with a personal best of 33:09.In this fun and wide-ranging conversati...
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Episode 242
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51:20
241. Rory & Jill Linkletter | Canada’s Second Fastest Marathoner & the Woman Behind His Success
Rory & Jill Linkletter are the ultimate marathoner + mom duo — and this conversation is everything you’d hope for: real, funny, insightful, and inspiring.Just 34 days after running a 2:07:02 PB at the Boston Marathon, Rory followed i...
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Episode 241
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1:20:38
240. Johnny Coffin | Sub-35 10K & Ottawa Race Weekend Recap
Today I’m joined by my favourite repeat guest — and husband — Johnny Coffin, who just smashed through the 35-minute barrier with a 34:49 at the Canadian 10K Championships in Ottawa! 🇨🇦🔥We recap our whirlwind weekend at the Ottawa Race We...
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Episode 240
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1:28:31
239. Ashley Wiles of Sole Girls | How to Overcome Self-Doubt, Pressure & Negative Self-Talk
Ashley Wiles is a mental performance coach & Founder of Sole Girls, which is dedicated to helping young athletes build confidence, resilience, and the mental tools they need to thrive—not just in sport, but in life.She’s als...
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Episode 239
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1:05:56
238. Alex Cyr | The Risks & Rewards of Sharing Your Goals Publicly
What happens when you go all in on a bold goal — and let the whole world watch?In this episode, writer, runner, and content creator Alex Cyr reflects on his journey to run sub-30 for 10K before turning 30. It took six tri...
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Episode 238
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1:11:39
237. Caroline Fisher | Big Sky Run Co’s Owner On Building Community, One Mile at a Time
Caroline Fisher is a lifelong runner, passionate community builder, and the woman behind Big Sky Run Co. in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Caroline started running long distances as a teenager, inspired by her mother—a strong and enduring runner ...
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Episode 237
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56:43
236. Alison McPherson | From Winning a Trail 50K to Running Sub-3 at Boston – All In One Month
Alison McPherson, a 31 year old lifelong runner, coach, and all-around powerhouse who lives in Canmore, Alberta. In March, Ali won a hilly 50K trail ultramarathon, and just one month later, ran a personal best of 2:58:13 at the Boston Marathon....
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Episode 236
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55:49
235. Andrea Wilson, OT | Using Self-Regulation to Run a 2:58 Marathon PB at Age 49
Today’s guest is Andrea Wilson — a 49-year-old runner and occupational therapist from Comox, BC who has gotten faster throughout her 40s, culminating in a 2:58 marathon at CIM in December 2024. But her story is about so much more than running.<...
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Episode 235
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1:37:26
234. Justin Kent | From Canadian Champ to 2:09 Marathoner
Justin Kent joins Inspired Soles fresh off a huge PB and win at the McKirdy Micro Marathon (2:09:29) to talk about the race, the growing depth of Canadian men’s marathoning, and how he and wife/Olympian Lindsey Butterworth juggle elite training...
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Episode 234
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1:02:04
233. Jason Fitzgerald | Mastering the Fundamentals (and Why the 5K Deserves More Respect!)
Today I’m joined by Jason Fitzgerald—fellow podcaster, run coach, and the founder of Strength Running, one of the most trusted names in the running world. Based in Denver, Colorado, Jason bring...
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Episode 233
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1:15:20
232. Ben Rosario | The Marathon Project Returns in 2025
If you’ve been around the world of distance running for any length of time, you’ve probably heard the name Ben Rosario. He’s done just about everything in the running industry—from professional runner and run specialty store owner to race direc...
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Episode 232
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1:05:11
231. Steve Fleck | Behind the Mic with a Professional Race Announcer
Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on the world of professional race announcing with none other than Steve Fleck – one of the leading endurance sports announcers and commentators in North America. If you've ever crossed the finish line at a ...
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Episode 231
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1:12:03
230. Ask Carolyn Anything + Colour Commentary from Johnny Coffin
Today’s format is a little bit different — and hopefully a whole lot of fun.I recently put out the call for your burning questions, and you did not disappoint! Welcome to our very first Ask Me Anything (AMA) episode, where I’ll be...
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Episode 230
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1:21:33
229. Brandy Adolphe | Pushing Each Other Forward Through Healthy Competition
Today, we’re breaking down the topic of competition amongst athletes – and exploring the differences between healthy and unhealthy rivalries.My guest is Brandy Adolphe, a fierce competitor and good friend, who recently won the 1500m nati...
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Episode 229
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53:18
228. Carolyn's Recap of the CMA Indoor Champs in Winnipeg
The Canadian Masters Athletics Indoor Championships were held in Winnipeg March 1-2, 2025. In a rare solo episode, host Carolyn Coffin recaps her 1500 and 3000-meter races, including why she’s more proud of her silver medal than her gold one!
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Episode 228
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