Episode 40: Allie Ostrander - New Sponsorships, Balancing Roles, and Prioritizing Mental Health

In this episode of the Trail Network podcast, hosts Hilary Yang and Katie Asmuth are joined by elite runner and content creator Allie Ostrander. Allie shares insights into her new sponsorship with Oiselle, her experiences balancing a professional running career with content creation, and how she navigates both trail and track worlds. The conversation delves into the lessons she’s learned on the trails, her passion for mental health advocacy, and the hobbies that help her find balance outside of running. It’s a fun and thoughtful discussion that highlights Allie’s journey, her reflections on 2024, and her aspirations for the future. Talking Points: -What shoes Allie is currently using for her runs -Her new sponsorship with Oiselle and why she chose them -Transitioning from NNormal and Brooks Beasts to Oiselle -Navigating contract negotiations with sponsors -How she initially reached out to brands -The many roles Allie juggles as an athlete and creator -Starting her podcast, Every Step of the Way -How her relationship with Spencer Brown has influenced her content creation -Finding hobbies and interests outside of running -Lessons learned on the trail in 2024 -Being coached by David Roche -Prioritizing mental health while striving for peak performance This episode is edited and produced by the Sandyboy Productions Podcast Network. A special thank you to Osprey for supporting this episode. Visit Osprey.com to explore their incredible products! Follow Allie: Allie on Instagram: @allie_ostrander Allie on YouTube: @allie_ostrander Allie’s Podcast: Every Step of The Way