Ashlyn Robinson - Niches, Solo Travel, and the Marathon Mindset

In their latest episode, Jen and Dyana sit down with solo traveler and marathon trainee Ashlyn Robinson. The conversation dives into the challenges of marathon training, the art of content creation in a world that rewards niches, and the importance of staying true to yourself while finding originality in your work. They also explore the experiences of camping solo, embracing fearlessness in the wild, and pushing past the temptation to rely on gear as an excuse.

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NOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:

7:41 Welcome, Ashlyn Robinson!

11:23 The Every Woman's Marathon 

13:37 What does marathon training entail

20:27 How to mentally prepare for a marathon

35:28 How comfort levels for solo travel can grow over the years 

43:49 Losing the idea you need new stuff 

50:00 Advice for solo women travelers 

1:02:41 How to connect with Ashlyn 

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Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 7:41 Welcome, Ashlyn Robinson!
• 11:23 The Every Woman's Marathon
• 13:37 What does marathon training entail
• 20:27 How to mentally prepare for a marathon
• 25:50 Ashlyn's biggest marathon fear
• 29:57 Benefits of not having a niche
• 35:28 How comfort levels for solo travel can grow over the years
• 39:39 A wild bear encounter in Lake Tahoe
• 43:49 Losing the idea you need new stuff
• 50:00 Advice for solo women travelers
• 56:23 Costa Rica, sloths, and snakes
• 1:02:41 How to connect with Ashlyn