"When I grew up, I wanted to be a purple flying horse. Never give up on your dreams." Welcome to Ask Ali, the series where I answer all of your questions. This time around, I'm cruising through 24 listener questions, sent in via Instagram Stories (I'm @aliontherun1), about boundaries, mom guilt, sending the email, chafing, race swag, life dreams, and so much more. SPONSOR: goodr. Click here for free shipping on your next goodr order! You asked: What shows do your parents like to watch? (3:45) Do you and Brian set intentional boundaries about talking about work? (5:45) Have you ever sent the email and regretted it later? (6:30) How are you most similar to your parents, and how are you different from each of them? (8:55) What is something you want Annie to learn that you weren't taught? (13:55) What runner inspires you the most? (15:00) Would you rather deal with butt-cheek chafe or side-arm chafe? (17:00) If you could only run one race for the rest of time, what would it be? (17:55) Does Annie like Bluey? (18:20) Do you know that you and Femke Bol look like twins? (18:55) Do you strength train? (20:00) How do I get faster than a 9:30 pace on the run? (21:15) How do you fight mom guilt being away from your daughter? (22:50) What shoes are in your current rotation? (28:40) What does your typical running week look like? (29:25) Favorite breakfast, lunch, and dinner (34:15) What always makes you laugh? (35:40) What's your favorite piece of swag you've ever received from a race? (36:00) Any podcast interview you wish you could redo? (36:30) What's the best thing about living in NH vs. NYC? (38:40) Tips for first-timers running the New York City Marathon? (39:20) Are you interested in announcing London or Berlin? (40:25) Favorite cereal? (41:10) What was your dream job 25, 20, 15, and 10 years ago? (41:35) Check out: My TEDxBoston talk New Balance SuperComp Trainer New Balance FuelCell Rebel New Balance SC Elite v3 Everything You Need to Know About the New York City Marathon Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Blog Strava SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!
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