Callie: Lost 200 lbs, ran a 240 mile race
From Trail Running Women by Hilary Spires: Trail Runner, Coach, Sports Junkie
January 1, 2026 · 58 min · Season 2 · Episode 282
About this episode
Callie Vinson shares her inspiring journey of losing 200 lbs and becoming an ultrarunner, advocating for body diversity in outdoor sports.
Callie Vinson is an ultrarunner who is making a huge impact advocating for body diversity and inclusivity within outdoor sports. She went from being unable to run 1 mile, to losing 200 lbs and running 240 miles at Moab. She's doing a lot of work to motivate others to get outdoors through sharing her story on instagram @callievinsonn. She's gearing up to run Western States 100 where she will be running to raise awareness for indigenous runners through Rising Hearts. A replay fav!! More from me @hilsport55 For my personal trainign blog: Patreon! Use TRW at www.naak.com for 15% off!
People in this episode
Guest: Callie Vinson
Topics covered
- body diversity
- inclusivity
- ultrarunning
- motivation
- outdoor sports
Keywords
- Western States 100
- Rising Hearts
- Moab
Sponsors
Naak
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Products: Naak Bars
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