In this heartfelt and humorous episode of The Runner Dudes Podcast, hosts Michael and Dusty sit down with Caitlin Robbins—avid runner, business owner, and mom—to talk about her journey from online PE and volleyball to marathons and coaching. Caitlin opens up about the vanity-driven start to her fitness journey, the reality of balancing motherhood, entrepreneurship, and training, and the unexpected role she played in inspiring the very beginnings of Runner Dudes Coaching. The trio dives into running through injury, the importance of safety—especially for women runners—and the magic of finding consistency and joy in the miles. With laughs, wisdom, and encouragement, this episode is a celebration of running as a path to physical and mental resilience.

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In this heartfelt and humorous episode of The Runner Dudes, Michael and Dusty welcome local running standout Alison Mason to the Willow Window Studio. Alison shares her journey from high school track to marathon victories, all while balancing motherhood and life on the farm. She opens up about the healing power of running after the loss of her son and the role it plays in her mental and spiritual wellness. The crew also discusses women’s safety in running, parenting young athletes, training regrets, and funny race day memories. It’s an inspiring conversation full of laughs, honest moments, and deep love for the running community.

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Join "The Runner Dudes," Micheal and Dusty, as they chat with Andy Keel, National Sales Manager for Tennessee-based Swiftwick Socks. The episode explores the often-humorous evolution of running gear, with Andy sharing his own impressive running journey from college walk-on to marathon winner and his career in athletic apparel. Discover the story behind Swiftwick, the importance of high-performance socks, and insights into their locally made products, all delivered with the Dudes' signature blend of information, inspiration, and entertainment.

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