Summary: <p>Carolyn is a Chinese American runner, mother, wife living in Boston. She is on a mission to spread joy and help others live their fullest life.</p> <p>In this episode we talk about:</p> <p>-starting running during a struggle with body image and disordered eating</p> <p>-running throughout different seasons of life</p> <p>-lessons learned on the run</p> <p>-good and bad vs perfection</p> <p>-evaluating effort rather than being fixed by outcomes</p> <p>-stress is stress</p> <p>-running for acceptance and to fit in</p> <p>-identity as an Asian-American</p> <p>-Diverse We Run</p> <p>-illuminating and connecting runners of different backgrounds and cultures</p> <p>-inclusion and belonging</p> <p>-helping others feel seen</p> <p>-finding the trails and running Trans Rockies</p> <p>-being a minority and creating change</p> <p>-choosing your own challenges and pursuing growth</p> <p>-redefining failure</p> <p>Follow Carolyn on Instagram @irunfortheglory @diversewerun and For The Long Run @forthelrpod</p> <p>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support"><u>https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support</u></a></p> <p><strong>Freedom Solar Power</strong></p> <p>This episode is brought to you by <a href="https://freedomsolarpower.com/"><u>Freedom Solar Power</u></a>, the company I am using to go solar on my house.</p> <p>When I first started looking into solar, I thought it would be a clunky and expensive process.</p> <p>Going solar isn’t as hard as you think it is, and Freedom Solar Power is a turnkey solution focused on educating the consumer and making sure they have all the information they need to make sure going solar is right for them, both financially and as a way to help the planet.</p> <p>With no downpayment required, solar not only ads value to your home and is great for the environment, and might even allow you to save money from day one.</p> <p>Freedom Solar operates in Texas, Colorado, Virginia, and Florida, but there are plenty of other great options nationwide.</p> <p><strong>Tracksmith</strong></p> <p>Thank you to <a href="https://www.tracksmith.com/"><u>Tracksmith</u></a> for sponsoring this episode.</p> <p>Tracksmith just released their spring collection, and as the seasons shift yet again, I’m proud to continue this partnership with them.</p> <p>Tracksmith is a brand for committed runners like you and me. People who know that the best part of a busy day is squeezing in a workout. They offer products for training, racing, and rest days, which you know I’m a fan of, and create experiences that make running more rewarding, more connected, and more meaningful.</p> <p>Visit <a href="https://www.tracksmith.com/collections/new-arrivals?utm_source=FortheLongRun&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=2022"><u>Tracksmith.com/forthelongrun</u></a> to see some of my favorite pieces, and all orders with the code FORTHELONGRUN will receive free shipping, and 5% of your purchase amount will be donated to the Michael J Fox Foundation to help find a cure and support those living with Parkinsons.</p> <p><strong>Hydrow</strong></p> <p>Thank you to Hydrow for sponsoring this episode! Hydrow is an immersive workout experience, designed to bring the physical, mental, and emotional experience of on-water rowing, straight to your home.</p> <p>Hydrow workouts are quick, efficient and low impact. Rowing for just 20 minutes a day provides you with a full body workout, which engages 86% of your muscles major muscle groups. For context, cycling engages 44%.</p> <p>I’ve been enjoying my Hydrow to fit in bonus cardio that doesn’t take much time at all, as even a 10-15 minute row feels like a solid workout. It’s a fun experience to be able to row on familiar routes, or explore new ones.</p> <p>Head to <a href="https://hydrow.com/"><u>https://hydrow.com/</u></a> to learn more, and use code FTLR100 for $100 off your order.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthelongrun/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthelongrun/support</a>
