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Inspired Soles

Carolyn Coffin
Running
Marathon Training
Boston Marathon
The Marathon Project
Mental Health
Nutrition
Marathon
Marathon Running
Chicago Marathon
Winnipeg
Injury Prevention
Social Media
Marathon Project
Personal Best
Olympic Trials
Strava
Canadian 10K Championships
Coach-Athlete Relationships
Endurance Sports
Glynis Sim

Inspired Soles is a podcast that fuels your passion for running and helps you achieve peak performance with every stride. Host Carolyn Coffin talks with industry experts, coaches, Olympians and everyday runners to educate and inspire you to take your running to the next level.

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Olympian steeplechaser John Gay joins the show ahead of his marathon debut at the Ottawa Marathon. We dive into his journey through a challenging stretch of injuries, and how it forced him to reth... more

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32-year-old Cassandra de Winter ran 2:34:43 in the 2026 Boston Marathon professional field to finish as the top Canadian woman — a nearly five-minute PB in just her third marathon. Cassandra share... more

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I’m joined by returning guest Waldo Cheung—physiotherapist, educator with The Running Clinic, and one of my go-to voices for the science of running—for a timely conversation on shoes, injury risk,... more

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Brant Stachel returns for a powerful conversation about the hard truths runners need to hear — and why they matter.

A mental performance coach, registered psychotherapist, and author of Fast and ... more

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Recent Guests

John Gay
29-year-old Olympian, Canadian steeplechaser, host of The Shakeout Podcast
Canadian running community
Episode: 291. John Gay | Olympic Steeplechaser on Injury, Identity & His Marathon Debut
Waldo Cheung
Physiotherapist; Instructor at The Running Clinic
The Running Clinic
Episode: 289. Waldo Cheung, MPT MSc | Do Running Shoes Really Matter? (And What Matters More)
Brant Stachel
Mental performance coach, registered psychotherapist, author of Fast and Free
Private practice and coaching clients; author
Episode: 288. Brant Stachel | The Hard Truths Runners Need to Hear (But Don’t Always Want To)
Peter Bromka
Guest on the live show; coach and running nerd
Relay/ Road to the Trials podcast
Episode: 287. Boston Marathon Recap: Gutsy Racing, No Watch & Falling Back in Love with Marathoning
Cassandra De Winter
Canadian runner in pro field; mother of three
Not specified
Episode: 287. Boston Marathon Recap: Gutsy Racing, No Watch & Falling Back in Love with Marathoning
Elizabeth Pahota
Marathon world record holder for a person with MS
Coach: Jeff
Episode: 287. Boston Marathon Recap: Gutsy Racing, No Watch & Falling Back in Love with Marathoning
Angelique (Jeff Cunningham's wife)
Mindset coach; live-show contributor
Consistently Good/ Marathon Handbook team
Episode: 287. Boston Marathon Recap: Gutsy Racing, No Watch & Falling Back in Love with Marathoning
Ben Preisner
Canadian Olympian, 208 marathoner, third fastest Canadian of all time
Canada; Olympian
Episode: 285. Ben Preisner | 2:08 Marathoner & 3rd Fastest Canadian Takes on Boston
Thomas Nobbs
Canadian marathoner, unsponsored athlete from Ottawa
Coach Brant Stachel, Team Run Run
Episode: 284. Thomas Nobbs | From 2:12 to 2:09: Canada’s New 4th Fastest Marathoner

Host

Carolyn Coffin
Host of the show, focusing on running stories, coaching insights, and community building.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Thoughtful interviews

    Love, listening to Carolyn and her questions. Really enjoyed the conversation with Jeff Cunningham. Found it really eye-opening and funny too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Runforthehills89
    United States3 months ago
  • Great job!

    As a fellow prairie running podcast host I find this podcast very relatable and entertaining. Carolyn’s excellent interviewing skills are always on full display. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jason T Burns
    Canadaa year ago
  • Awesome Podcast!

    The guest are always so entertaining but it’s the host that does a great job of breaking everything down so I can understand it. Great running podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bobtetro14
    Canadaa year ago
  • Love this show!

    Absolutely love this show. Carolyn is a true gem, an exceptional interviewer - full of practical and insightful advice for the every day runner and beyond.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stéphanie Tétreault
    Canadaa year ago
  • A down to earth gem

    Great run pod that repeatedly brings forward great stories & characters from the front of the pack to the age group rivalries, dnf disasters & recoveries, and gritty magic hour finishes. Soul food for runners. “ It just makes you roar inside!” 🐅

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moe Drama
    Canadaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Hosts are thoughtful and approachable, with interview style that draws out practical takeaways.
High-quality conversations with a strong focus on running culture and community.
Guests bring diverse perspectives from elite to everyday runners, keeping discussions engaging.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#189
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#78
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#120
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#214
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#55
Singapore/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#178
Norway/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

290. Cassandra de Winter | Top Canadian at Boston in Just Her 3rd Marathon
Q: What was it like walking into the elite tents and the clap-out experience?
It was surreal and a bit overwhelming; I was nervous but the warmth of the community, Leanne Claussen, and Paulie Cunez helped calm my nerves and made the experience memorable rather than intimidating.
290. Cassandra de Winter | Top Canadian at Boston in Just Her 3rd Marathon
Q: How did you land in the pro field for Boston, given you were relatively new to racing?
I reached out to the race director and submitted my results from multiple events, including a 50K and a 100K, and they considered me based on overall season performance and potential; I also leaned on support from established Canadian runners who were there with me.
289. Waldo Cheung, MPT MSc | Do Running Shoes Really Matter? (And What Matters More)
Q: Why did Vibram face a class-action lawsuit and what is the takeaway for marketers?
The lawsuit centered on unsubstantiated health claims about barefoot-style footwear; the takeaway is that marketing should be grounded in verifiable evidence and avoid overpromising biomechanical benefits, focusing instead on safer transition guidelines and patient-specific advice.
289. Waldo Cheung, MPT MSc | Do Running Shoes Really Matter? (And What Matters More)
Q: How should runners approach transitioning to minimalist footwear?
Transition should be gradual, often taking many months; start with small increases in minimalist features, monitor for signs of stress, and consider a phased approach using a range of shoes to distribute load while you build foot strength.
289. Waldo Cheung, MPT MSc | Do Running Shoes Really Matter? (And What Matters More)
Q: What makes a good shoe beyond marketing claims?
A good shoe is one that fits well, complements the runner's biomechanics, and, importantly, allows you to train consistently without causing new injuries; the emphasis is on load management and individual adaptation rather than chasing a single 'best' model.

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The show features in-depth conversations with runners, coaches, health professionals, and industry experts who share practical strategies for peak performance, mindset, and sustainable training. Episodes often center on coaching philosophies, mental resilience, race pacing, injury recovery, and navigating life balance alongside running, with a strong emphasis on inclusive community and personal growth for athletes at all levels. Notably, guests range from elite competitors to everyday runners, and the discussions frequently translate complex training concepts into actionable tips that listeners can apply across their own journeys.

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1. John Gay
2. Waldo Cheung
3. Brant Stachel
4. Peter Bromka
5. Cassandra De Winter
6. Elizabeth Pahota
7. Angelique (Jeff Cunningham's wife)
8. Ben Preisner

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