Run This World with Nicole DeBoom Podcast

It's not everyday that you stumble across a world champion athlete in Steamboat who isn't a snow sport athlete. Today you will hear a parallel perspective on what it takes to be the best - from my favorite person in the world - our current SSWSC mountain bike and skimo coach, former 2-time Ironman Triathlon world champion, consummate gear enthusiast, health and fitness guru, father of 6th grade SSWSC athlete Wilder, and my husband, Tim DeBoom. SPONSOR DEAL! Use code SSWSCpodcast at honeystinger.com for 20% off all products. Fuel up now! Fine print: 20% off entire order, online only, no minimum purchase, good on subscriptions & one-time purchases, one use per customer, active until 12/31/23 Tim is an elusive champion; he doesn't wear his accomplishments on his sleeve. When we moved to Steamboat in 2020, he didn't want to leverage his athletic past, so he started by volunteering to coach whichever ski program needed him. After a season of wrangling 6 year olds on cross country skis, the club figured out his skills would be better suited for a different level of athlete! Today he coaches the kids who have a proclivity for endurance - on the bike and on skis - notably starting the first-ever Steamboat Springs Skimo program (one of just a few kids' skimo programs in our country). This interview was a blast - when's the last time to sat down with your spouse and asked them all the big questions about what makes them tick? After listening, please reach out if you have any questions about the programs Tim leads or anything else! Today you will hear: As always, please share your questions, comments, feedback and requests. Go to sswsc.org! Now get out there and support, lead or be a champion on and off the mountain!

Today we have my favorite guest in the world - you guessed it - Mirna Valerio! This is an obviously true statement due to the fact that she has been on this podcast more times than any other guest by far. 8 times! That means you can have hours of happy, mind-expanding Mirna listening by simply tuning in here. I am going to take you back in time so you can appreciate Mirna’s evolution and then, better appreciate our conversation today which really centers on a topic that we haven’t explored before. A topic that affects pretty much everyone I know. The topic of depression and anxiety. But first, let's hit memory lane... In Dec 2016, episode 34 titled Mirna Valerio of Fatgirlrunning Promotes Health at Every Size. This was not too long after we first connected. Mirna was experiencing that beautiful thing we call momentum. It was around this time that I think I told her, this is amazing, and let’s keep it going as long as we can because one day we’re not going to be able to afford you anymore! Her message at that time was simply about the fact that people at any size can get moving for reasons above and beyond trying to lose weight but simply for the love and joy of movement. Well people noticed and while many agreed with her, others decided to make her the subject of their anger so in Sept 2017 we recorded episode 69 - Mirna Valerio is not a Liar and a Fraud. You guessed it - as she gained popularity and inspired many people to try new things, she also gained the attention of some haters, one of whom took the time to email her that she is a liar and fraud. Instead of stopping, the message fueled her to go even further. So she kept pushing, moving and breaking barriers. In June 2018, she was the star speaker at the Skirt Sports Ambassador Retreat in Boulder, and since we had an in-person opportunity, i grabbed her and fellow ambassador Latoya Snell and we recorded episode 97 - Mirna & Latoya Uncensored - and had a fun, deep and raunchy conversation about all sorts of awesome topics like lady part chafing, how people project their fears on others, how we’re all nuts and more. At this point she was comfortable in this space of both empowerment and controversy, and she was learning how to navigate it successfully. We took a little podcast break, mainly because Mirna became insanely busy as a very sought-after speaker, athlete, and more. Our next podcast was in March 2020 - 163 - Mirna Valerio Leans Into Joy. The pandemic had just begun and I was desperate for a voice that could help pull me and my listeners out of the daily fear and figure out to embrace joy even during the toughest times. After today’s episode I wonder if I was among the many who have unrealistic expectations even for the most positive spirits in this world. The truth is that I needed her for more than the pandemic, I was also in my most turbulent professional crisis ever, making decisions about the future of Skirt Sports, and it was tearing me up - I needed every trick in the book. Which leads me to episode 200 - Mirna Valerio Live and Unfiltered which we recorded in May 2021. I was on my honeymoon - only 9 months after I sold Skirt Sports and moved to Steamboat Springs, CO. This episode was basically a celebration - of how far we’ve come and how much there still is to explore. And she made two bonus appearances on fun group podcasts: In March 2017 she sang opera at my parents dinner table at a photo shoot in Savannah Georgia in episode 43 - Tales From the Shoot. There were 5 of us, Mirna, my parents Gail and Roger Molzahn, and Kim Cook, our amazing photographer. THe sound sucked but the conversation was awesome. In January 2019, we recorded episode 119 - Body Talk - with 3 other amazing, strong women who were helping promote the launch of our new Plus Size collection, Jen Szabo, Katie Kelly and another frequent pod guest, Jill Angie. It’s that collection that Mirna credits with helping her learn what really goes into the creation of products that fit real...

Today I’m trying something new. I’m interviewing a friend, someone who has been on the show before - Elizabeth Kraus. Check out episode 139 - Elizabeth Kraus Asks Herself 3 Questions Every Day - an interview we did in July 2019. It's sooo good...and it also shows how much we go through and how much we can change in just 3+ years. Elizabeth is a powerhouse business woman who I’ve often called when I need career advice and she always delivers. She’s strong. She’s brilliant. And she’s an incredible leader and role model to many. So when she reached out not too long ago and said she has a story that she wants to share and the best way to do it would be on the podcast, I didn’t hesitate. The hook? She didn’t tell me any details. I had no idea what she was going to share. Only that she had recently been through an experience that changed her life and she needed the world to know about it! So get ready to go through a ride with me today. Series Sponsor InsideTracker has a special deal for Run This World listeners - 20% off at insidetracker.com/runthisworld - use it now! Teaser - some high level topics we cover: Elizabeth also turns the mic on me and shares a great technique for helping others navigate their menopause journeys.

Today you will hear our version of the Girlfriend’s Guide to Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy. Our guest, Mary Jane Minkin, is possibly the best-suited person to speak on this subject and I’ll tell you why. She is a practicing gynecologist who has been teaching at the Yale University School of Medicine for over 41 years! She has ridden the menopause rollercoaster, experiencing society’s many changing beliefs and recommendations over the past 40+ years. She has treated 1000s of women to help them find hormone relief. She’s written 7 books on the subject. And she’s been through menopause herself. Plus, she is excited to share what she’s learned and help kick the stigma around menopause. I first discovered Dr Minkin on Selene Yeager’s Hit Play Not Pause podcast in an episode called Happy Vaginas. Which led me to your fabulous, Information-packed website Madame Ovary. Finally I recently read the brilliant NY Times article by Susan Dominus titled "Women Have Been Misled About Menopause" that debunked some long-held myths about menopause and included some very powerful quotes from Dr Minkin. I decided I needed to get her on this show so we could help more women make sense of this crazy rollercoaster of a ride that we all go through. Series Sponsor InsideTracker has a special deal for Run This World listeners - 20% off at insidetracker.com/runthisworld - use it now! Today you will hear the following and so much more! For more on Dr Mary Jane Minkin, go to MadameOvary.com - you can reach her directly here. As always, please leave a review on itunes, or reach out anytime with thoughts, ideas or just to say hi!

This episode is SO FLIPPING GOOD! If you don't know Dr Mindy Pelz, today be prepared for your mind to bend and possibly explode with happiness, hope and motivation. If you've been sitting around wondering how to move out of your current energy state, slump, universe of uncertainty, you will walk away with some tools to start RIGHT NOW! Series Sponsor InsideTracker has a special deal for Run This World listeners - 20% off at insidetracker.com/runthisworld - use it now! I learned about Dr Pelz when I was walking my dog, Pickle, on the trail near my house. A couple of my friends walked up talking about this amazing doctor who was recently on Danica Patrick’s podcast sharing her expertise on women and fasting and how the number one thing we can do is plan our lives around our cycles. It was a new outlook that I hadn’t heard before - instead of trying to push through the waves that our cycles bring - she was suggesting that we honor our cycles and plan our schedules, productivity and brain power needs appropriately. She calls it “understanding the language of hormones.” I cold emailed her and then hounded her until she scheduled with me! We had the greatest conversation - my mind literally exploded multiple times, especially in regards to being a female athlete. And it was funny, we also had a couple glitches and we just decided to roll with them because that’s what hormones do - you’re going along just fine and then blam-o! They can hit you hard and sideline you for a second! In addition to learning a ton of very interesting and valuable info, you'll want to check out Dr Mindy's work. Peruse her website: drmindypelz.com READ her new book Fast Like a Girl LISTEN to The Resetter Podcast JOIN her Reset Academy and get supported in your fasting journey

No, that's not a typo. My old friend, one of my college swimming besties (we're standing next to each other top row 5th & 6th from right), Lyn (Askey) Jutronich was recently attacked by a great white shark while swimming in Del Mar, CA. I had reconnected with her about a year ago when I was seeking advice on whether to start HRT. She sent me a note about her perimenopause journey in all its glory and I thought, "We should really feature her on a podcast!" Lo and behold I was reading the news a couple months ago and saw an article about the most recent shark attack in the world only to realize I was watching a video of LYN ASKEY from her hospital bed! I immediately reached out to make sure she was okay and we both agreed that she needed to come on the show and share her story. Two months after the attack, we connected on so much more than sharks. Lyn is one of the most open, amazing women you'll ever meet. She shares life tips, beauty hacks, menopause wisdom and the tale of her crazy shark encounter - and I know you'll leave wanting so much more. Don't worry she shares her email - so send her a note if you want! Series Sponsor InsideTracker has a special deal for Run This World listeners - 20% off at insidetracker.com/runthisworld - use it now! Today we cover: Lyn is a rockstar. One of my favorite people on the planet. I'm so grateful she is with us today. As always, please leave a review on itunes, or reach out anytime with thoughts, ideas or just to say hi!

Today is a big-time overshare episode. I am a huge advocate for learning about your body and taking control of your health - from the inside. One of the best ways to do this is to become an expert of your own blood metrics or biomarkers, something that seemed difficult to do in the past, but is now incredibly easy and cost-effective. I stumbled upon InsideTracker a while back when I was trying to figure out how to get my blood drawn and tested from my small town of Steamboat Springs - without a required visit to my doctor to place the lab order. Turns out InsideTracker believes that the work I'm doing to help women learn about their bodies, especially during this crazy menopausal time, is important. They became a sponsor of this series and gave me access to one of their Registered Dietitians to do a down & dirty discussion about what's really going on in my body based on my recent bloodwork. I don't just share the positives, I share the stuff that needs work too. Today's discussion explores why some biomarkers are strong or need improvement, what I can do to work on things and how you can also take control of your health. One of my biggest takeaways is that I'm just not getting the protein and iron I need at this point in my life - and that may necessitate some dietary changes! There are other things to work on, but this is my main goal after learning more about my inside! Be sure to check out insidetracker.com/runthisworld for 20% off their entire site. More on Michelle Darian :) Michelle is a registered dietitian and Marketing Manager, Science & Product at InsideTracker. Michelle graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with degrees in Dietetics and Global Health. Driven by her passion for disseminating accurate, actionable nutrition information on a population scale, Michelle completed master’s programs in Nutrition Interventions, Communications, and Behavior Change, and in Public Health, Epidemiology and Biostatistics. As a Registered Dietitian, you’ll find Michelle analyzing the research behind recent nutrition trends, bringing actionable food and supplement recommendations to the platform. When she's not myth-busting, you can find Michelle exploring new restaurants and creating in her kitchen.

Today you hear from Dr Jenn Salib Huber, one of the most infectious voices on food, menopause & nutrition today. I was listening to her podcast The Midlife Feast - the particular episode was titled something like Take Iron or Go Poop - Why do we have to choose? It actually had a better title, but that was the gist! I was immediately smitten by her humor, real-personality & willingness to share deeply on topics that can make a big difference during this menopause journey, but are not always popular to talk about (like how going KETO is a not-so-great choice during menopause). Series Sponsor InsideTracker has a special deal for Run This World listeners - 20% off at insidetracker.com/runthisworld - use it now! We have a fun & informative conversation today focused mainly around an area that is very important to me and probably all of you: FOOD! As a Registered Dietitian, Naturopathic Doctor and Intuitive Eating Advocate this is her wheelhouse! Enjoy today's conversation including these tidbits and more: For more on Dr Jenn Salib Huber, visit her site, join her Beyond the Scale group program and sign up for her Food Joy / Body Joy Retreat in April 2023.

Today I connect with an old friend who is doing really cool things for women - Jill Angie is empowering women to set and go after life goals they didn’t realize were possible. She calls herself a fat running coach as she runs her Not Your Average Runner empire. She’s also a life coach which is sort of obvious as we chat, a speaker, an author and the coolest person you’ll ever meet. She’s also through to the other side of menopause and has some awesome insights to share. I’m sure you’ll want to work with her after listening today. Head over to notyouraveragerunner.com and grab her free Start Running Kit on the site. And I should add that my goal was to do an episode about what happens to our boobs during menopause. I couldn’t think of anyone better to talk breasts with than Jill Angie, but realized even before we started that we would need to expand the conversation to cover all things menopause and even a few more fun rabbit holes. So get ready! Series Sponsor InsideTracker has a special deal for Run This World listeners - 20% off at insidetracker.com/runthisworld - use it now! Today we pontificate on the following: For more Jill Angie, go to notyouraveragerunner.com & do something great for yourself!

Selene Yeager is the host of the Hit Play Not Pause podcast which in my opinion, qualifies her for this title: Menopause Expert. Selene is also the content manager for Feisty Menopause, and a top-selling professional health and fitness writer who lives what she writes as an NASM certified personal trainer, USA Cycling licensed coach, Pn1 certified nutrition coach, pro licensed off road racer, and former All-American Ironman triathlete. Most recently she is the co-author of ROAR and Next Level with Dr. Stacy Sims. All that aside, I've known Selene for almost 20 years back in the days when she was the voice for all things women at Bicycling Magazine. When I launched Skirt Sports in 2005, she immediately "got it," requested one of our cycling skirts and proudly rocked it (and reviewed it) as a way for women to carry their femininity on and off the trails. I love that she's never stopped pushing for women to own their health & fitness journeys in whatever ways they need - at every stage of life. Today we talk all things menopause. I'm so grateful that Selene is an open book as she shares many nuggets of wisdom and advice in her own journey and through her conversations with other meno experts. Series Sponsor InsideTracker has a special deal for Run This World listeners - 20% off at insidetracker.com/runthisworld - use it now! Today you'll hear: Check out her popular Hit Play Not Pause Podcast For more on Selene and her work, check out https://www.feistymenopause.com/

Welcome to the first episode of The Body Summit - my way of providing accessible & powerful info to women who are dealing with the before, during or after of menopause. I created the series with the goal of learning more about what happens to our bodies during this time (which can start in our early 30s), but it's very clear that we're also affected emotionally, mentally and spiritually which you'll learn from all of my guests. Today you hear all about hormones from my brilliant, funny, down-to-earth friend, Dr. Anna Lundeen. Anna is a board certified family medicine physician with a passion for helping women discover their greatest health. She has an extra interest in helping women manage their hormones, so get ready for some actionable info! Series Sponsor InsideTracker has a special deal for Run This World listeners - 20% off at insidetracker.com/runthisworld - use it now! Today we talk about: Pure Genomics Do Anna's Hormone Reboot launching mid September. Visit https://www.wellev8health.com/programs for more info. More about Anna: She has a BS in Bio-environmental Engineering from Cornell University and completed her medical doctorate at Drexel University College of Medicine in 2006. She has been practicing medicine in the Yampa Valley since 2009. She currently works at Northwest Colorado Community Health Center part-time and runs a virtual functional medicine practice called Wellev8 Health. As a certified CrossFit coach and nutrition enthusiast, functional medicine was an obvious next step as this approach uses nutrition, movement, stress management, and supplements to support our bodies’ natural processes and address the root cause of symptoms. When it comes to hormone health, this approach works wonders. Anna’s mission is to help busy women feel their absolute best as they tackle the peaks and valleys of every day life. I think you will find that she has that effect even through the airwaves.

KINDTAIL DEAL! Use code RUNTHISWORLD for $15 off I reached out to Amy Kim from Kindtail when I was on the hunt for the best crate for our new french bulldog, Pickle. All I could see were those horrible cages that look like jail cells. Our old lab, Annie, once literally "chewed" her way out of one of those cages, Jaws-style, blood and guts included. When I saw a review that said, "Our puppy is dead. She got her neck halfway through and suffocated while we were gone for an hour," I know I needed another option. At that moment, I saw my first PAWD - a beautiful, aesthetically-pleasing plastic crate by Kindtail. It looked like an end table, and it turns out, that's one of the uses Amy intended when she created it. The pet industry is evolving but some areas are still in the dark ages. Amy Kim is an inventor, a product designer, a woman who sees things through the eyes of love and kindness, not just dollar signs. Her dog saved her life many years ago, and she is committed to creating products that will make his and other pets around the world happier. Notables: Amy Kim is a badass :) How Amy started Kindtail Faced with being a single parent, Amy found strength and love through her dog, Monkey No-man's land is worse then learning hard truths The toughest times can yield the greatest growth opportunities Mindset reframe: Instead of asking "can I?" reframe to "Why can't I?" Entrepreneurship is self-discovery: It takes resilience and constant retraining Intuition & Courage are the key What's your superpower? Amy's is laser focus (Amy) and that she loves the hardest (Yogi's feedback) Go to kindtail.com and use the code RUNTHISWORLD for $15 off

Trigger warning: This episode may include discussions about suicide, mental illness, substance abuse and self-harm. If these topics are sensitive to you, proceed with caution. It may also contain strong language and is intended for an adult audience. If you are feeling suicidal, thinking about hurting yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988. When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. The current Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally. Veterans can now dial 988 and press 1 to reach the Veteran Crisis Line. Suicide warning signs can be found at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention website (Afsp.org). Today we come together to connect and share. This project was originally concepted as a single episode podcast with the objective of destigmatizing suicide and mental health. It turned into a 10-part series plus this epilogue with a much greater message to share - that suicide is so much more pervasive than we ever imagined and that we are not alone in our suffering. We learned so much through creating this series & we hope you did too. Notables: We tried to finish the Epilogue on a happy note, but we were not able to. This podcast is not light listening and also is very painful for many to listen to. It was also very painful for us to create. In the podcast, Michael jokingly alluded to Steve's voice being not so great. To bring a smile to your face, click on any of these youtube links below to see Steve at his best - creative, funny and playful. The Touched by Suicide Podcast Series demonstrates that there is so much collateral damage resulting from suicide. The interviewees bravely revealed their vulnerabilities and raw feelings. Hopefully, this project will inspire conversation about suicide. That in itself will help reduce the stigma. Thank you for listening, for your support and for sharing with anyone who needs to hear this right now. Medical Advisory: The Run This World Podcast & the Touched by Suicide series does not provide crisis, counseling or direct services. The information and resources contained on this site are not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Please consult a mental health professional before making changes to your treatment plan. Please be sure to share this podcast with anyone who needs to hear it right now. Thank you for listening. Music credit: "Forgiveness" by Sensho from Upbeatt.io

Trigger warning: This episode may include discussions about suicide, mental illness, substance abuse and self-harm. If these topics are sensitive to you, proceed with caution. It may also contain strong language and is intended for an adult audience. If you are feeling suicidal, thinking about hurting yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988. When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. The current Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally. Veterans can now dial 988 and press 1 to reach the Veteran Crisis Line. Suicide warning signs can be found at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention website (Afsp.org). Today we hear the perspective of a man who attempted suicide by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. His name is Kevin Hines. He was 17 years old when he decided to take his life. Kevin shares his story, including the fact that he regretted his decision the second his body left the rail. He openly discusses his personal mental health issues, how he has learned to live with, but not act on, his suicidal feelings, and how connections and love form his foundation. Today Kevin travels the world sharing strategies for positive mental health, some of which you will hear right now. Please note - All of the resources Kevin shares are listed in the show notes for future reference. Resources: https://www.youtube.com/kevinhines Award-winning video "It was an instant regret" "The Art of Wellness 2.0" includes incredible daily life guidance HINESIGHTS Podcast Kevin Hines website Notable quotes: Medical Advisory: The Run This World Podcast & the Touched by Suicide series does not provide crisis, counseling or direct services. The information and resources contained on this site are not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Please consult a mental health professional before making changes to your treatment plan. Please be sure to share this podcast with anyone who needs to hear it right now. Thank you for listening. Music credit: "Forgiveness" by Sensho from Upbeatt.io

Trigger warning: This episode may include discussions about suicide, mental illness, substance abuse and self-harm. If these topics are sensitive to you, proceed with caution. It may also contain strong language and is intended for an adult audience. If you are feeling suicidal, thinking about hurting yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988. When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. The current Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally. Veterans can now dial 988 and press 1 to reach the Veteran Crisis Line. Suicide warning signs can be found at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention website (Afsp.org). Today we hear the perspective of a surviving partner. Her name is Jean Mellano. Steve and Jean met in 1981 and were together for over 33 years. Theirs was a love story and a tragedy. In 2013, Steve started slipping away and his depressions were becoming more frequent and longer in duration. Even though he sought professional help, he could no longer make decisions and was no longer capable of running his business. For any survivor who is listening, this episode is so powerful because Jean shares her struggles before and after Steve’s death. Like many survivors, memories continue to surface at often unexpected times. After she finished this interview, Jean remembered something important that she wanted to make sure we include. A few weeks before he passed, in a phone conversation, Steve shared with her that he was so afraid. When she asked what he meant, he could not—or did not want to—explain what he feared. Little did she know, he probably realized he was literally “losing his mind” and had no control over it. He felt he had no options left. Steve was her Ironman, her rock of support who got her through cancer and the passing of her parents—how could he possibly feel so vulnerable and alone? And how could she not know? These are the thoughts that continue to surface, even 7 years later. Sadly, this is common for survivors, so if you are going through this, you are not alone. Notables: AFSP Medical Advisory: The Run This World Podcast & the Touched by Suicide series does not provide crisis, counseling or direct services. The information and resources contained on this site are not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Please consult a mental health professional before making changes to your treatment plan. Please be sure to share this podcast with anyone who needs to hear it right now. Thank you for listening. Music credit: "Forgiveness" by Sensho from Upbeatt.io

Trigger warning: This episode may include discussions about suicide, mental illness, substance abuse and self-harm. If these topics are sensitive to you, proceed with caution. It may also contain strong language and is intended for an adult audience. If you are feeling suicidal, thinking about hurting yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988. When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. The current Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally. Veterans can now dial 988 and press 1 to reach the Veteran Crisis Line. Suicide warning signs can be found at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention website (Afsp.org). Today we hear from Mike Barone, one of Steve's friends. Mike met Steve in July 2005 when he decided to do a Half IRONMAN for his 40th birthday. He needed a group to train with; he found Team Total Training and joined them for a swim training session. He "just did what the long-haired guy on the surfboard told him to do." After post-workout drinks, he had found his crew! Mike was shocked to learn about Steve's suicide. He remembers Steve as a beautiful person who helped so many others. Notables: Medical Advisory: The Run This World Podcast & the Touched by Suicide series does not provide crisis, counseling or direct services. The information and resources contained on this site are not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Please consult a mental health professional before making changes to your treatment plan. Please be sure to share this podcast with anyone who needs to hear it right now. Thank you for listening. Music credit: "Forgiveness" by Sensho from Upbeatt.io

Trigger warning: This episode may include discussions about suicide, mental illness, substance abuse and self-harm. If these topics are sensitive to you, proceed with caution. It may also contain strong language and is intended for an adult audience. If you are feeling suicidal, thinking about hurting yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988. When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. The current Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally. Veterans can now dial 988 and press 1 to reach the Veteran Crisis Line. Suicide warning signs can be found at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention website (Afsp.org). Today we hear from a woman who was coached by Steve Tarpinian. Deb Savarese discovered triathlon when she decided to do a triathlon to celebrate her 50th birthday. She signed up for a tri clinic and shortly afterward joined Steve's training group, Team Total Training. Deb misses Steve greatly. She feels he is still with us. She can still hear his voice especially when she's swimming. Notables include: Medical Advisory: The Run This World Podcast & the Touched by Suicide series does not provide crisis, counseling or direct services. The information and resources contained on this site are not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Please consult a mental health professional before making changes to your treatment plan. Please be sure to share this podcast with anyone who needs to hear it right now. Thank you for listening. Music credit: "Forgiveness" by Sensho from Upbeatt.io

Trigger warning: This episode may include discussions about suicide, mental illness, substance abuse and self-harm. If these topics are sensitive to you, proceed with caution. It may also contain strong language and is intended for an adult audience. If you are feeling suicidal, thinking about hurting yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988. When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. The current Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally. Veterans can now dial 988 and press 1 to reach the Veteran Crisis Line. Suicide warning signs can be found at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention website (Afsp.org). Today we hear from a former professional athlete and good friend of Steve Tarpinian. Rip Esselstyn knew Steve as an athlete, coach & a friend who was always up for an adventure. Rip's stories about their shared time together brings Steve, the inspiration behind this series, to life. Notables: Medical Advisory: The Run This World Podcast & the Touched by Suicide series does not provide crisis, counseling or direct services. The information and resources contained on this site are not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Please consult a mental health professional before making changes to your treatment plan. Please be sure to share this podcast with anyone who needs to hear it right now. Thank you for listening. Music credit: "Forgiveness" by Sensho from Upbeatt.io

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Trigger warning: This episode may include discussions about suicide, mental illness, substance abuse and self-harm. If these topics are sensitive to you, proceed with caution. It may also contain strong language and is intended for an adult audience. If you are feeling suicidal, thinking about hurting yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988. When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. The current Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally. Veterans can now dial 988 and press 1 to reach the Veteran Crisis Line. Suicide warning signs can be found at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention website (Afsp.org). Today we hear from Michael Stewart - a man who has been touched closely by suicide twice. Steve Tarpinian was a father figure to Michael, a man who helped guide him into the sport of triathlon which became his passion in his younger years. Michael raced at the highest level of triathlon from age 9 through 16 until he started to experiment with drugs and alcohol. He stopped racing triathlons, went off to college and didn't maintain an active relationship with Steve. When Steve died, Michael never truly processed his suicide. Less than three years later, Michael suffered another terrible loss to suicide - his father Mike Stewart. On Michael's 61st day sober, he arrived home to two detectives who delivered the news. Michael is a truly special person, so strong and vulnerable in his journey. His perspective of a son who lost a father and a father figure is important - the people left behind will forever struggle to pick up the pieces. Notables: Medical Advisory: The Run This World Podcast & the Touched by Suicide series does not provide crisis, counseling or direct services. The information and resources contained on this site are not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Please consult a mental health professional before making changes to your treatment plan. Please be sure to share this podcast with anyone who needs to hear it right now. Thank you for listening. Music credit: "Forgiveness" by Sensho from Upbeatt.io