Natasha Wodak is a professional runner, 20 time Canadian national team member, Olympian and Canadian women's record holder in the marathon at (2:23:12).

Natasha is a 2 time olympian in (2016 in the 10,000m) and (2020 in the marathon)

She has been making a full time career in the sport of running for over 8 years and is a beacon of inspiration to athletes around the globe. Her journey has taken her from school races at the age of 7 to a professional career into her 30s and 40s.

She is the coach of all women's group Fierce Athletics based out of Vancouver BC.

In addition to her running, Natasha loves to give back. She is a long time volunteer and advocate for VOKRA (Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue Association), where she proudly volunteers on a regular basis.

This conversation includes:

1. Natasha’s journey from starting running at a young age to becoming a professional athlete, highlighting the importance of perseverance and passion.
2. Overcoming Challenges: She discusses significant challenges, including injuries and personal struggles, and how she overcame them to achieve success.
3. Importance of Community: The role of community and support systems in her career, emphasizing how relationships with coaches and peers have been pivotal.
4. Coaching Philosophy: Natasha's approach to coaching, focusing on understanding athletes as individuals and fostering a supportive and fun environment.
5. Balancing Life and Sport: Insights into how she balances her personal life with her professional running career, including the importance of self-care and nutrition.
6. Future Goals: Natasha talks about her future aspirations, including competing in upcoming World Championships and her desire to continue contributing to the sport through coaching.
7. Mental Resilience: The significance of mental toughness in athletics and how Natasha has developed resilience through her experiences.
8. Legacy and Purpose: Reflections on her purpose and legacy in the sport, aiming to inspire and mentor the next generation of female athletes.

Press:

https://olympic.ca/team-canada/natasha-wodak/

https://worldathletics.org/athletes/canada/natasha-wodak-14266948

https://athletics.ca/athlete/natasha-wodak/

World Championships 2025:

https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/athletics-canada-names-full-marathon-team-for-2025-world-championships/

Social Media:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tashawodak/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tashawodak

X: https://x.com/tasha_wodak?lang=en

Blog:

https://lifeinthetashlane.blogspot.com/

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