In this episode we interview Alex (Alexandra) Weissner, an athlete, coach, and community builder. She is the CPO at Brunch Running, a social running community that inspires sweat, meals together and making the world a better place. Since 2013, their commitment has been to create a space where everyone is welcome to sweat and eat together, while supporting local communities. In addition, Alex hosts a podcast, Behind the Sweat, a wellness podcast that answers the questions we all are thinking about when it comes to our minds and bodies. Expect light-hearted and serious discussions about physical fitness, nutrition, mental health and hopefully, insightful takeaways.
Questions we ask Alex include:
- Alex's journey into running
- How Alex has established inclusive communities through running, including Brunch Running and her own podcast
- Alex's favorite routes and go-to trails in Denver / CO
- The role of strength training, cross training, and other recovery methods Alex uses most
- How Alex began coaching, including the most rewarding part of her coaching journey so far
- Looking back, what advice would you give to your younger self?
- What does being a Strong Runner Chick mean to you?
Connect with Alex and Brunch Running:
Alex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexweissner/
Alex's podcast: https://www.behindthesweat.com/
Brunch Running on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brunchrunning/
Brunch Running's website: https://www.brunchrunning.com/