The Intersection of Running, Entrepreneurship, and Judaism in 2024 with Erica Sara

This episode is with Erica Sara. Erica is a jewelry designer, mom, runner, and human being just trying to make it in this insane world while staying somewhat sane! Erica is also a proud Jew who refuses to be silenced by antisemitism and acts of Jewish oppression. In this episode we talk about: -becoming a runner and it’s life-changing impact -career changes and major life shifts -mindset and running through hard times: the pandemic, breast cancer, injuries -reasons to run: mental and physical health, stress relief, adventure -being Jewish: worldwide atrocities, antisemitism, and suffering We mentioned this episode: How Nice Jewish Runners is Creating Community Through Running with Ezra Feig Follow Erica on Instagram @ericasara and For The Long Run @forthelrpod We want to get to know you even better! Join the Group Run to share more about your own running journey, ask running questions, and share your running wins! Head to the link in the show notes to join us. https://app.dropstation.io/forthelongrun --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Past guests on For The Long Run include: 177. Molly Seidel; 226. Mike "Kofuzi"; 228. Kara Goucher; 59. Shalane Flanagan; 234. Camille Herron; 198. Courtney Frerichs; 229. Jes Woods; 207. Tyler Andrews; 197. Dean Karnazes; 206. Katie Arnold; 220. CJ Albertson; 153. Joe Holder; 199. Kelly Roberts; 188. Gwen Jorgensen; 205. Emily Abbate; 209. Sara Vaughn; 174. Nick Bare; 97 Amelia Boone; 101. Courtney Dauwalter, 219. Dylan Bowman; 191. Matt Chittim; 200. David Roche; and more! Cheribundi Cheribundi has created a tasty Tart Cherry juice that helps reduce inflammation, promotes better recovery and sleep. Use code FTLR for 20% off a one time order at cheribundi.com . Drink one after your training session to jumpstart your recovery, or try their sleep product before bed. Boulderthon Boulderthon is Colorado's premier fall event and was just rated top 10 in America by USA Today. This annual sell-out race is one of the fastest-growing in the country, and features a 5K, 10K, Half, Full and even a Kids Run. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off Half or Full to reserve your sport and save! Register today at www.boulderthon.org . If you're already registered or planning to register, you can apply for our Rookie of The Year award. Find out more and apply here! Skratch Skratch has everything you need from pre and during workout fuel, to recovery, and now they have a brand new product that we’re psyched about: the Hydration Everyday Drink Mix. Use code FTLRPOD for 20% off your order or click the link here! . Ketone-IQ If you’re curious about ketones and want sustained energy and mental clarity, head over to Ketone-IQ at ketone.com/FTLR link in the bio to get 30% off your subscription.