Business of Endurance Podcast: Episode 2 - Break Barriers: A Conversation with Endurance Runner Sophie Power

podcast Feb 14, 2024
4th Discipline
Business of Endurance Podcast: Episode 2 - Break Barriers: A Conversation with Endurance Runner Sophie Power
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In this episode, Charlie and Claire welcome ultra marathon runner, Sophie Power, as she shares her unique experiences around pregnancy and racing. Sophie caught the world's attention when a photo of her breastfeeding during the UTMB race went viral.

She explains the story behind the photo, revealing the roadblocks she faced from race organisers due to her pregnancy and the subsequent impact on her decision to run the UTMB race with her three-month-old baby.

Additionally, Sophie discusses the stigmas and barriers women face in sports and as mothers, her advocacy work like she races, her struggles with regaining fitness after pregnancy, and the importance of setting personal and family goals. Sophie also shares her book recommendations to educate women about their bodies and their health as athletes.

Don't miss out on this impactful conversation. Join us, draw inspiration, and explore how you can harness resilience to propel your journey forward.

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