From Hating the Mile to Every Woman’s Marathon: Miriam’s Journey to 2 Marathons by 30
About this episode
Miriam Perales shares her inspiring journey from disliking running to completing two marathons by age 30.
Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, Steph sits down with two-time marathon finisher Miriam Perales, who went from hating the mile in PE to crossing the finish line at both the Oakland Marathon and the Every Woman’s Marathon by age 30. Miriam shares how running became her unexpected path to confidence, healing, and community—from early-morning miles in the Central Valley heat to joining thousands of women on the streets of Scottsdale. She ope...
People in this episode
Host: Stephanie Dunlap
Guest: Miriam Perales
Topics covered
- marathon running
- personal journey
- confidence
- community
- health
- fitness
Keywords
- marathon
- running
- confidence
- health
- fitness
- community
- personal growth
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Run Strong Run Podcast
Places: Oakland Marathon, Every Woman’s Marathon, Central Valley, Scottsdale
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