#620 - Kelsi Chappell: Embracing Challenges to Become Your Best Running Self

Kelsi Chappell, an accomplished runner from Rhode Island, shares her journey in running, overcoming hurdles, and grabbing a new marathon PR of 2:49 two weeks ago. She started running in high school and ran marathons with her dad. After running her first marathon, she qualified for the Boston Marathon, which sparked her passion for running. Despite not running in college, Kelsi continued to run as a way to bond with her son and cope with the challenges of being a young mom. She pursued her running goals while juggling responsibilities and credits her support system for helping her succeed. Kelsi also faced setbacks, including a hip injury, but remained resilient and focused on her love for running. She discusses her experience with hip surgery and recovery, her mindset during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her recent marathon performances. She shares how she stayed mentally strong during her recovery and how she focused on her comeback, homeschooling her son, and writing children's books. Kelsi also talks about the challenges of running multiple marathons in a short period of time and the emotional significance of running the Boston Marathon. As a running coach and registered dietitian, she emphasizes the importance of fueling the body and addressing eating disorders in young athletes. You can follow Kelsi at www.instagram.com/kelsichappell . Sponsors ASICS - Check out my favorite footwear brand, and the new Metaspeed Sky and Edge Paris racers that are out and they are amazing! Check them out at www.asics.com . If you've thought about being a race director or a looking to improve your race director skill set, try the Pro Race Director Masterclass by Piper Ruiz. It cover everything, big and small, that RD's need to know and will set you up for success with your dream job - https://stan.store/rambling_runner . Are you looking to work with a running coach? I am here for you! I've been working with runners of all ages and abilities for five years - from newer runners, masters runners looking to PR, and folks hoping to break 3:00 in the marathon. You can learn more by going to www.mckirdytrained.com , where I coach, or by emailing me at ramblingrunnerpodcast@gmail.com . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices