170. Tori Gerlach: Progress, Not Perfection

Tori Gerlach is a runner, a dog mom, and a new resident of the Boulder area. In this episode, we talked about: -getting into running -going faster -missing 2019 from a training perspective -how she approached 2020 -progress not perfection -mental health -sport psych and the “homework” she does with him -the Olympic Trials -moving to Colorado -her identity as a runner -the comparison game in Boulder -“nobody cares” and taking yourself less seriously -and much more! This episode is brought to you by SuperCoffee and beam. SuperCoffee is the healthy, delicious alternative to sugary coffee drinks. Their coffees contain zero sugar and many of them contain 10g of plant based protein. They’re growing in popularity in the running community and I’m excited to share a special discount with you. They offer a 60 day money back guarantee, meaning if you don’t love it, you get your money back. No questions asked. Grab 15% off online with the code FTLR or look for them nationwide in 25,000 stores like Target, Whole Foods, Walmart, Kroger and CVS. This episode is also brought to you by beam! As the days stay warm, a cool down routine in the evening becomes even more important. Did you know you can get a subscription to beam’s dream powder? It’s what I use most nights before bed to help with a refreshing night’s sleep. When you subscribe, you’ll get the dream blend with a bunch of perks like even better pricing, free shipping, a free mug, and a drink frother just for signing up. Dream helps me wind down at night and it’s made with compounds like melatonin and magnesium that support a better night’s sleep. Make sure to use code FTLR at checkout for an extra 15% off on top of the 20% discounted monthly rate! Photo credit: Justin Britton