Over the Next Hill Fitness
Welcome! We all know, as we age, it’s harder to put ourselves first and get in enough fitness, flexibility, and nutrition. Maybe you’re new to formatted exercise, maybe we need to push to the next level or set some goals. Perhaps you’ve always wanted to run a 5K, a marathon, or even an ULTRA marathon. This podcast is designed to get you moving and headed towards those goals. You’ll have opportunities for general coaching during each episode or you may contact me for personal coaching afterward. Are you ready to get over this next hill in life? Let’s get started.
Episodes
69 episodes
S3 Ep 15 When Your Body Betrays You: How Running Prepared Liz Krznarich for Her Toughest Race
What happens when a marathoner faces cancer? For Liz Krznarich, running had been her constant companion for 27 years before a breast cancer diagnosis at age 40 threatened to take away this core piece of her identity.The parallels betwee...
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S3 Ep 14 Running as Life's Mirror with Ben Bloedorn
What happens when someone who once hated running decides to lace up their shoes at age 32? Ben Bloedorn's transformation from self-proclaimed non-athlete to ultramarathon finisher reveals the profound parallel between running and life's broader...
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S3 Ep 13 Chasing Peaks: One Woman's Quest to Conquer Colorado's 14ers with Kayla Girard
What would you do if you came face-to-face with a mountain lion in the darkness of a pre-dawn hike? For Kayla Girard, this heart-stopping encounter was just one chapter in her remarkable outdoor journey that's taken her from struggling to run a...
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S3 Ep 12 Run? Nah. Lisa Herron Will Power Walk Past You and Be Drinking Beer and Cheer You As You Finish
What if the greatest obstacle you faced became your greatest opportunity? For Lisa Herron, a devastating farming accident at age 40 that required her fifth knee surgery didn't end her athletic journey—it transformed it. Trading running shoes fo...
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S3 Ep 11 From Alzheimer's to Marathon Runner: A Journey of Resilience with Irene Pasternack
What happens when a devastating diagnosis becomes the catalyst for a complete life transformation? Meet Irene Pasternak, whose journey from an early Alzheimer's diagnosis to becoming a marathon runner reveals the extraordinary poss...
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S3 Ep 10 What If I Just Ran? A Journey from Anxiety to Achievement with Beth Giles
What happens when anxiety meets opportunity? For Beth Giles, the pandemic's uncertainty sparked an unexpected journey into running that transformed both her physical and mental landscapes. This episode reveals how simple daily walks evolved int...
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S3 Ep 9 When you run for St. Jude, every mile becomes a miracle with Jamie Southern Elliot
Jamie Elliott's journey from smoker to marathon runner begins at age 38 during her daughter's cancer treatment at St. Jude. What started as a way to quit cigarettes evolved into a powerful mission of philanthropy and personal achievement that s...
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S3 Ep 8 50 States, 4 Marathons, and a Dream: Julie Marshall Wyngaert's Running Revolution
Julie Marshall Wyngaert's transformation from a middle school gym class dropout to an accomplished marathon runner will make you rethink what's possible in your own fitness journey. Once weighing over 200 pounds and armed with a doctor's note e...
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S3 Ep7 Trail Tales and Irish Adventures with Angela Ryan
What happens when winter threatens to derail your running routine? For Angela Ryan, the answer isn't retreating to a treadmill—it's strapping on skis and embracing the season head-on.In this captivating conversation, Angela shares her j...
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S3 Ep 6 Karen's Ultra Marathon Story of Growth and Community
Karen's journey from a casual runner into the world of ultramarathons showcases resilience, determination, and the power of community. Her candid reflections on personal challenges, nutrition strategies, and future goals inspire everyone to emb...
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S3 Ep5 Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards' Inspiring Journey of Passion and Resilience as a Running Medical PT
Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards has transformed her passion for running into a career that helps others excel in the sport she loves. Join us as we uncover her unique journey from studying communications and art to becoming a leading expert in running ...
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S3 Ep4 Couch to Coach Jen Rudin's Story of Passion and Perseverance
Jen Rudin embarked on her remarkable marathon journey at the age of 50, and she's here to share her story with us. From her early days of sports and acting in New York City to rediscovering her passion for running during the COVID pandemic, Jen...
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S3 Ep 2 From Dogs to Distance Lisa Cochrane's Running Adventure
What happens when a casual runner decides to tackle the marathon challenge? Join me, Carla Coffey, as I chat with the inspiring Lisa Cochrane. Her journey began with friendly jogs and charity runs, but it soon transformed into a quest to conque...
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S3 Ep 1 From Heart-Lung Transplant to Marathon Triumphs: Mark Black’s Inspiring Story of Resilience and Perseverance
Imagine facing life with a heart-lung transplant and then running marathons. That's the incredible journey of our guest, Mark Black, who overcame a congenital heart defect and found a new lease on life through running. From his first steps in r...
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S2 Ep 26 Bob Batzer's Marathon Quest: An Ambitious Journey Across All 50 States
Ever wondered what it takes to run a marathon in all 50 states? Marathon enthusiast Bob Batzer joins us to share his inspiring story of perseverance and humor, as he recounts his transformation from a casual high school runner to a determined a...
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S2 Ep 25 Sarah Modlin's Journey of Resilience: From Couch to Marathon Finish Lines
What happens when a determined spirit meets the open road? Join us as Sarah Modlin, a runner with an incredible journey, shares how she transformed from barely being able to run for 30 seconds in 2018 to conquering marathons across 23 states an...
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S2 Ep24 Transforming Lives: Will Harlow's Strategies for Healthy Aging
Discover the inspiring journey of physiotherapist Will Harlow in this episode, where he shares how he transitioned from the high-stakes world of professional football to finding his true passion in supporting individuals over 50. Will's experie...
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S2 Ep 23 From Reluctant Runner to Marathon Adventurer: Skylar Watson's Global Racing Quest and Ultramarathon Challenge
What ignites a relentless passion for running, especially when it starts with reluctance? Join us as Skylar Watson unveils his extraordinary transition from a hesitant participant in a friend's virtual challenge to a fervent charity runner with...
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S2 Ep 22 Embracing the Run: Toni Johnston's Late-Blooming Passion and Community Journey
What happens when a 71-year-old discovers a passion for running? Join us on Over the Next Hill Fitness Podcast as we welcome Toni Johnston, a spirited runner who embraced the world of running later in life. From her early days as an Air Force b...
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S2 Ep 21 Running Together: Jeff Hardaway and Trina Nation's Extraordinary Marathon Journey
Experience the extraordinary journey of Jeff Hardaway and Trina Nation, as they redefine the limits of running against all odds. Jeff, navigating life with Usher Syndrome, has transformed from a sedentary lifestyle to an inspiring marathon runn...
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S2 Ep 20 Resilience and Creativity: Ken Skrien on Running Against the Odds
Ken Skrien's journey into running is nothing short of transformative. From his early days of reluctantly lacing up his shoes in high school to his passionate pursuit of marathons and ultra-marathons, Ken's story is filled with resilience, creat...
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S2 Ep 19 Mother-Son Duo's Unbroken Running Streak and Life Lessons -Cassandra and Elijah Beach
What if a simple commitment to running could transform your life and strengthen your family bonds? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Cassandra and Elijah Beach, a dynamic mother-son duo who have maintained an incredible 1,897-day runni...
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S2 Ep 18 From High School Track to World Marathon Major Triumphs: Glen's Endurance Odyssey
What happens when a high school runner, inspired by the 1976 Montreal Olympics, transforms into a marathon maniac? Join us as Glen takes us through his exhilarating and humorous journey from his early running days to becoming a marathon legend....
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S2 Ep 17 From Hospital Bed to Marathon Medals: Julia's Incredible Transformation
What if witnessing a marathon could change your life? Julia's journey from being bedridden and in a wheelchair due to a brain tumor to becoming an ultra marathoner is nothing short of miraculous. Her story of resilience begins with the inspirat...
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