270. Malindi Elmore | Breaking Down Her Historic 2:24 at the Valencia Marathon

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Just days after running a historic 2:24:53 at the Valencia Marathon, Canadian marathoner & 3-time Olympian Malindi Elmore joins Inspired Soles to break down one of the most remarkable performances in Canadian distance running history. At 45.75 years old, Malindi placed 12th in one of the deepest marathon fields in the world, ran the fourth-fastest marathon ever by a Canadian woman, and shattered the Canadian women’s 45–49 record by 14 minutes — all on a day that warmed to 20°C by the finish. But this conversation goes far beyond the result. Malindi shares how she approaches the mental side of training, why she stays process-focused even when she knows she’s in record-breaking shape, and how she navigated the crowded Valencia course while bringing her 7 and 11 year old kids along for the experience. We also explore the emotional complexity of marathon finish lines, a meaningful post-race exchange with “Tom from France,” and why finding purpose — and loving the process — always matters more than the outcome. Fierce, thoughtful, and deeply relatable, Malindi offers wisdom for runners at every stage of life. Partner: Visit levermovement.com and use Inspired20 for 20% off OR use this link: https://levermovement.com/discount/Inspired20 Connect with Malindi: Instagram: @malindielmore Connect with Carolyn: Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffin You can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts . Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.