Running Strong Mind-Body Connection
Episodes
Katherine Schlaerth
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why my life is a mess! How I fixed it
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the moment you feel like everything is falling apart… is actually the beginning of your comeback? #weightlosstransformation #motivation #sel...
Danelle Soto
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jasmine Rice
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Breakthrough Habit Fix - with Your Host Solo. Karen Bonnett-Natraj
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can't finish what you start even when you're not lazy? What if the only thing standing between you and your first marathon, your 100th podcast episode...
Patience and Perspective: Running Success Redefined- with Mo Barley
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you staying consistent but still feel like nothing is working? You're not alone and you're not failing. In this episode of Running Strong: Mind, B...
Running for Resilience: Bunni Ambrosia's Journey Through Grief, ADHD, and Fibromyalgia
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection! In this week's conversation, host Karen sits down with Bunni Ambrosia—a...
From Trauma to Triumph: Glenn Beachy's Journey of Healing, Forgiveness and the Mind-Body Connection
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the missing piece in your performance isn't your training plan, your pace, or your discipline... but your ability to forgive yourself and keep...
Energy, Awareness, and Inner Guidance: Mind-Body Insights from Laurie Seymour
21 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast! In this episode, host Karen Bonnett-Natraj dives deep into the world of mind-body ali...
Sleep, Nutrition, and Adapting on the Run: Jimmy Layman's Ultramarathon Insights
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast! In today's conversation, host Karen Bonnett-Natraj sits down with Jimmy...
From Brain Aneurysm to Marathoner: Coach B's Journey to Mind-Body Wellness
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Karen Bonnett-Natraj is the enthusiastic host of the "Running Strong Mind Body Connection" podcast, a show born from her deep belief in the transforma...
Mind Over Miles: Amy Adams' Epic 280-Mile Solo Run and the Power of Self-Reliance
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Running Strong Mind-Body Connection! In this episode, host Karen sits down with ultrarunner Amy Adams to dive deep into the grit, orga...
Lessons Learned From A Year of Running, Healing, and Mind-Body Connection
03 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast! In today's special "Unplugged with Karen" edition, our host K...
Embracing Change and Positivity in Running: Lessons From Mo and Karen
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection! In today's "Mo & Me #3," host Karen sits down with her running partner an...
Breathing Past Barriers: Asthma, Ambition, and Triumph on the Trails with Jessper Maquindang
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection! Today, host Karen Bonnett-Natraj sits down with Jessper Maqyindang, an ac...
The Frequency of Joy: Aligning Mind, Body, and Spirit for Longevity with Haleh Houshim
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast! In today's conversation, Karen sits down with Haleh Houshim—...
The Mind-Body Connection: Jennifer Tolo's Journey from Critical Care Nurse to Soul Connector
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Tolo's journey is one of transformation, resilience, and awakening. Growing up as a driven athlete, Jennifer channeled her determination into...
The Power of Living in the Moment: Mind-Body Lessons from Shadrack Biwot
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection, where we explore the transformative power of aligning mind and body for real, lasti...
Leaning Into Nature, Breath, and Community: Sunita's Adventures in Hiking and Inner Well-Being
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection, hosted by Karen Bonnett-Natraj. In this inspiring conversation, Karen Bonnett-Natra...
The Truth is Health: Biohacking, Belief, and Ageless Living with Dr. Grazyna
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection! Today, host Karen Bonnett-Natraj sits down with the amazing Dr. Grazyna—...
How Quantum Physics and Mindset Shape Your Running Journey and Personal Evolution w/ Jennifer Hough
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection! In this inspiring conversation, host Karen Bonnett-Natraj sits down with Jennifer H...
Achieve Longevity Through Mindful Self-Massage: Dr. Greg Yuen's Guide for Runners
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection! I'm your host, Karen Bonnett-Natraj, and in today's episode, we welcome the inspiri...
Hydration and Nutrition Tips for Endurance Runners with Stacey Anne Bistak
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast! In this episode, host Karen Bonnett-Natraj is joined once again by the insightful Sta...
From Sprint to Marathon: Dr. Wendy Lyon on Building Lasting Love and Mind-Body Connection
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast! In this heartfelt episode, host Karen Bonnett-Natraj, certified mental fitness coach ...
From Opera to Innovation: Daniella J. Forsgren's Journey to Wellness and Mind-Body Connection
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection Podcast! In today's inspiring episode, host Karen Bonnett-Natraj sits down with the multi-tale...
Building Community and Courage: Facing Change on the Trail and in Life - With Mo Barley EP 62
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast, where we dive deep into the intersection of mental and physical re...
A Champion's Story of Growth, Grit, and New Beginnings - Maureen Shea
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maureen Anne Shea Carranza is a professional boxer, actress, commentator, and speaker, bestknown in the fight world as "The Real Million Dollar Baby."...
Age Is Just a Number: Bob Becker's Record-Breaking Badwater 135 Finish
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 60 of the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast! In today's inspiring episode, host Karen sits down with the remarkable Bob B...
Optimizing Nutrition and Recovery for Ultra Runners in a World Full of EMFs - Stacey Ann
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast! In this episode, host Karen welcomes returning guest Stacy Ann Bistak, a nutritionist...
Transforming Life With Hypnotherapy, Breathwork, and Awareness- Dr. Rani Ep 58
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast! In this episode, I am joined by the inspiring Dr. Rani a visionary entrepreneur and p...
The Wilderness Vet's Journey: Mind-Body Connection, Trauma, and Transformation - Caroline Murray EP 57
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Carolyn joins us from the windswept Falkland Islands, and her journey is nothing short of awe-inspiring. From remote veterinary adventures around the ...
Going Beyond the Quick Fix: Real Self-Care for Mind, Body, and Spirit , With Eva Vennari - EP 56
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eva Vennari understands the demands of modern life—the constant rush, the endless to-do lists, and the pressure to always be "on." She noticed that ...
Unlocking Your Voice Print, A Journey into Story Telling with Vaughn Fahie -EP 55
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode, join us as we chat with Vaughn Fahie about the power of our voices. Vaughn introduces the fascinating concept of a "voice ...
The Average Joe Runner's Journey: Training, Triumphs, and Trials at Cocodona 250 - EP 53
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection! Today, host Karen Bonnett-Natraj sits down with Joseph Schrum—a runner whose...
From Marathon Novice to Cocodona 250: Jared Harding's Journey of Grit and Community - EP 52
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast, hosted by Karen Bonnet-Natraj. In this inspiring conversation, Karen si...
From Corporate to Holistic: Stacey-Anne Bistak's Journey to Mind-Body Wellness-EP 51
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stacey-Anne grew up in a Western culture, though her parents turned to natural remedies most often, except in an emergency. With their move to Canada,...
Karen Bonnett _ Natraj Unplugged - EP50
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is my own journey of why and how I started this podcast. It is in my heart as a runner and I believe in the Mind-Body Connection. Hence, the podc...
Karen Bonnett-Natraj Unplugged CELEBRATNG 1 YEAR - EP50.
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey All, This is my Year Anniversary of Running Strong Mind Body Connection Podcast. I am so excited that you all have supported me on this fun journe...
From Fear to Fabulous: Rediscovering Purpose After Forty with Laura Danecke EP 49
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lori shares her personal story—how her own search for fulfillment led her from unraveling old beliefs to rediscovering her dreams and even moving ac...
From Navy Veteran to Ultra Runner: Mike Hoffman's Inspirational Transformation Story EP #48
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Hoffman's journey is one of transformation and grit. In January 2024, after reaching his heaviest weight of 266 pounds, Mike—despite spending l...
Game On for Healing: How Basketball Helped JD Leisky Rebound in Life - EP 47
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Together, Karen and J.D. dive deep into the importance of honoring your mind-body connection, setting bite-sized goals, building community, and learni...
Mind-Body Recovery from Toxic Relationships with Cheryl Wright - EP 046
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up along the murky creeks of Southern Georgia, Cheryl Wright swam fearlessly in waters teeming with alligators, believing she would see them c...
Embracing Endurance at Any Age with Lisa Smith Batchen EP #45
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Smith-Batchen's journey to endurance running greatness didn't follow a typical path. In high school, she was told she was too slow for the cross ...
The Power of Connection: Building Confidence and Camaraderie in Women's Sports - Dr Joan EP044
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For years, Dr. Joan Steidinger watched as women's natural focus on relationships was misunderstood—even pathologized. Inspired by the cultural impac...
Exploring Mind-Body Alignment with David Waldas on Running Strong - EP 043
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Waldas is the founder of Align Living, a transformative platform where he combines his abilities as a psychic, channel, and coach to assist indi...
Exploring Longevity in Running: A Conversation with Mo Bartley - EP042
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mo Bartley discovered her passion for running later in life, not picking up the sport until her late 40s and 50s. Despite having no experience in athl...
Conquering 7 Marathons in 7 Days Across 7 Continents with Molly Sheridan EP041
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Sheridan is an accomplished athlete who participated in the renowned World Marathon Challenge. This unique event gathers approximately 60 athlet...
Achieving Greatness: How Mental Skills Elevate Physical Performance - Dr. John Beach- EP040
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. John Beach is a dedicated performance consultant with a passion for helping athletes and business leaders elevate their mental skills to achieve p...
Discovering Your Cosmic Blueprint and Purpose with Shelby Mott- EP039
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shelby Mott, a seasoned consciousness transformational coach with 30 years of experience, specializes in intuitive mastery and conscious leadership. P...
Unlocking Emotional Energy: Finding Power and Confidence Through the Mind-Body Connection - Faith Rummer - EP038
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faith Rumer is a dynamic coach and mentor dedicated to helping individuals discover and unleash their authentic voice and presence. With a unique focu...
Reimagining the Core: Jennifer Yagos Discusses Holistic Movement and Wellness
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Yager's journey towards mastering the art of movement began with overcoming her own physical challenges. Suffering from multiple injuries and...
Balancing Parenthood and Passion: Jeff Le's Insightful Running Story - EP036
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection, I have the opportunity to reunites with my longtime friend, Jeff Lee. Once runnin...
From Motocross to Ultra's - Paul Cameron EP035
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Running Strong Mind-Body Connection, I am joined by Paul Cameron, an inspiring runner who took on his first hundred-miler at the ag...
Never Quit Attitude with Stuart Foster. EP034
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "Running Strong Mind-Body Connection," we welcome ultra-distance enthusiast Stuart Foster to the podcast. Stuart, a retired police ...
From Fast Sprinter to Relationship Expert: Dr. Wendy Lyon- EP033
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another insightful episode of the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast. Today, I joined by Dr. Wendy Lyon, a seasoned expert in rela...
Your Voice is Your Energy - Regina Andler - EP032
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Regina Andler is an AI Empowered Business Strategist who helps coaches and consultants differentiate themselves and attract more clients using her ...
Run With Gratitude - Lamont King EP031
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lamon King is a lawyer a survivor, and an ultra distance inspiration. Lamont shares his story about a year of the ultimate stressor going on, getting ...
Stand Up and Shout Out with Dr. Joan Steidnger - EP 030
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We explored Dr. Joan's book Stand Up and Shout Out in this episode. She dedicated her book to the grandmother of sports psychology: Dr Carole Oglesby....
If It doesn't kill you it will make you stronger - Brian Hamilton EP 029
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brian comes to us with an Irish accent and an inspiring story, He is sharing his stories of jumping into 100, and since those did not kill him...
Do The Things That Scare You- It is in the Unknown with Melissa Johnson - EP028
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa Johnson, as most of us know and call her MJ. She is a resident of Auburn California, a Master Gardner, Self Employed, a Grand Mother. She is...
Breaking Limits and Finding Freedom: Nick Bautista
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Running Strong Mind-Body Connection podcast! In this episode, host Karen Bonnett-Natraj welcomes ultra runner and coach Nick Bauti...
There is Truth in our Words, Decree what you want with Tara Tulley - EP027
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There is Truth in our words. Your words matter! This is a powerful conversation with Tara, she is n inspiration to all. I really connected wit...
How Wireless Technology Impacts Your Health: Beverly Jensen's EMF Solutions for Families
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Running Strong Mind-Body Connection, the podcast where hustle meets healing and inner strength leads the way. I'm your host, Karen Bon...
Find the comfort with Stone Pillows - John Taylor EP026
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here is an individual who was always interested in exercising. The other aspect to his workouts was he was a smoker. He kepy running a secret from h...
From No, No, No I am not running a Marathon to Running over 85 Ultras, with Molly Sheridan - Ep025
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Molly owns Desert Sky Adventures, Her motto is get up and move. Molly ran her first race , the Marine Corps Marathon, after telling her friend over ...
Don't Take Things for Granted - With Dane Raushenberg - EP023
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dane is a runner full of stories and inspiration. He ran 52 weekly marathons, set course records, and ran the Oregon Coast, raising money and inspirin...
Marathon Maniac, Running 100 - 100's with Jess Mullen - EP024
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jess Mullen is an inspirtation of setting goals, challenging her body. She overcame set backs and came back strong. She will be completing her 10...
You Gotta Be Yourself - Surround Yourself with the Right People - Ty Aronson- EP 022
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I met Ty Aronson while we were both doing our first Ultra, a 140-mile Route 66 run. We connected in the first 20 miles, and I knew he was the perfect ...
"Never limit where running can take you." - With Henry Howard - EP #021
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Henry Howard is a professional writer/editor who has run more than 40 marathons and ultras. Henry has qualified for the Boston Marathon multiple times...
2024 Motto: "Benevolence generates Kindness. with Dr. Joan Steidinger - EP 020
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joan Steidinger, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist, Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC)@Emeritus administered by the Association of Applied...
Get Comfortable Running at Night - Henry Bickerstaff - EP 019
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Henry Shares with us his wisdom, his experience and kindness. I am posting the CTS article about his amazing accomplishment at the Hennepin 100 i...
Marathon Maniacs, Here I come with over 295 Races - Jill Hudson. EP018
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jill Hudson is an inspiring individual and runner. She has run over 295 races from 5k-100-200 mile runs. She comes to us as a retired Principal of m...
What was I thinking, run till you Love it - Jakob Herrmann. EP-017
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Born (1971) and grew up in Switzerland Moved to the US in 1998 to get my computer science degree (Santa Monica College) and planned to go back home ...
She Broke Down Barriers for all Women - Anne Audain EP 016
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anne's story will inspire, encourage and convince a lot of people to reevaluate exactly what is possible in their own lives. This story is a marvelous...
The Third of the Running Amigo / Cowboys with Dru Stewart - EP015
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 15 with Dru Stewart, Dru is the 3rd of the 3 Amigos. Phil (EP 10)and Tony(EP 13) are in earlier episodes. Dru is a cowboy at hear...
It's a Life Style with Brigette Sobus - EP 014
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brigette is a powerful and entertaining speaker. She will leave her audience uplifted, encouraged and inspired. In this podcast, we embarked on expl...
Taking the Impossible to Possible with Tony Branquinho - EP 013
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
4 Years ago, tony weighed 400 lbs, Today Tony is a running machine. He has dedicated his life to stay fit. He keeps a picture of himself in his ...
50 - 50k in 50 weeks -How Andre Lee Celebrates - EP012
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andre Lee is an inspiration to all he comes across. Raised in New York the youngest of 5 children to Allison and Juanita Lee. Andre started his runn...
Welcome to the Dark Side From Hiker to Ultra Runner - with Lisa Kravetz EP 011
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa is a great friend with good energy. She has stepped into Ultra Running in 2012 and keeps up her bar. She has gone from 50 k. all the way u...
Rodeo to Runner with Phil Benadum - EP10
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to Phil journey as he is an inspiration to all. From diagnosis with MS, not accepting drugs and changing his life, he challenged himself to...
James Bonnett the Ultra Running Kid - EP 09
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James Bonnett is a coach with McMillian Running. James has been running for over 24 years, 19 of these years were mostly focused on ultras with...
You Never Know Who You Will Inspire - Paul Bonnett. EP008
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul is my wonderful younger brother, though he towers over me I can still take him down with Love. In this episode Paul takes us on a journey of hi...
Surreal on the run with Melissa Ruse - EP007
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa started running when she was 4 and is stronger and healthier today than ever. A 10 time Boston Marathon Finisher. To set a course record for...
How we create our identity as runners - with Dr Lauren Pierce, EP006
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the part of "Who am I." Life is the journey we are in and in the essence of our Self. Lean in, Get out of your head, let go of projectio...
Planning, Preventive, and Preparation - Everything we learn from 100 miles - Mike Turner EP 005
03 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Turner shares his journey in becoming an ultra distance runner. From quitting smoking to his first DNF. Listen to this exciting episode as I ex...
Feeling Like a Kid again - Swim bike Run with Terri Pfiel - EP004
27 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are thrilled to introduce Terri Pfiel, an extraordinary runner who has completed some of the world's toughest races, including the...
Be Ok With Hiking - Micaela Theisen. - EP03
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From a 50k to Cocdona 125 - who in their right mind would take this on? Mikaela, is an inspiration as well as being inspired. She listened to va...
Create a lifestyle of Longevity with Brian Wilburn. - EP002
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brian is a Locomotive Engineer, Blowing the horn from Needles to Winslow. Brian lives to his potential, conquering goals and overcoming challenges. ...
Embracing Uncomfortable Moments with Kelly Ridgway-Smith - EP001
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an inspiring journey with Kelly Ridgway-Smith on "Running Strong: Mind-Body Connection." Like many of us, Kelly started her athletic journ...