That First Mile
That First Mile Podcast is all about beginnings—the moments, choices, and small steps that set the path for transformation. Hosted by Randy Grant, this show dives into the journeys of everyday runners, fitness enthusiasts, and mental health advocates to uncover what it really takes to start, persist, and grow—whether it’s your first mile, your first habit, or your first big life change. Expect candid conversations, practical tips, and inspiration to help you take that crucial “First Mile” in any part of your life.
Start where you are. Take the first step. Welcome to That First Mile.
That First Mile
From Thinking About It...To Finally Doing It
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Starting a fitness journey isn’t about having the perfect plan.
It’s not about motivation.
And it’s definitely not about feeling ready.
It’s about taking that first step—when everything in you is telling you to wait.
In this episode of That First Mile, we sit down with Carianne Fernandez, who is just getting started on her fitness journey. No highlight reel. No “after” picture. Just the real, honest experience of what it feels like to begin from zero.
Carianne opens up about:
• The fear of starting
• Feeling out of place and unsure
• What day one actually looks like
• The mental battle nobody sees
• And why small steps matter more than perfect plans
This conversation isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress.
If you’ve ever told yourself “I’ll start Monday”… this is your moment.
Because the truth is—nothing changes until you do.
