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My husband Johnny is back in the co-host seat, and we're thrilled to be joined by our favourite running brothers, Rob & Charlie Tetrault from The Running Journey podcast, for a fun and feisty crossover episode.

On July 16th, the four of us will go head-to-head in a team 5K relay at Victor Mager track, with podcast bragging rights—and $5000 to the charity of the winning team’s choice—on the line. It’s also a community event with 1500m races, pizza, birthday cake, and lots of laughs.

In this episode, Johnny & I recap our half marathon performances at Grandma's in Duluth, Rob & Charlie talk about their charity event in La Broquerie, and we all weigh in on the new BQ rule from the B.A.A. that has runners talking.

Local? Come cheer or race. Everyone else—tune in for the banter, bold predictions, and behind-the-scenes prep.

Learn More & Register for the Mic Check Relay:

• https://mraweb.ca/event/the-mic-check-relay/

Connect with Rob & Charlie:

• Charlie's Inspired Soles episode: 7 Marathons, 7 Continents, 7 Days
• Rob's Inspired Soles episode: Running Towards Sobriety
• Instagram: @runwithrobcmv
• Podcast: The Running Journey

Connect with Johnny:

• Instagram: @bestjohnnyever

Connect with Carolyn:

• Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffin

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Glynis Sim is a 27-year-old elite distance runner based in Vancouver, BC, where she trains with the Vancouver Thunderbirds under coach Steve Weiler. She’s the 2022 U Sports Cross Country Champion, recently won the Vancouver Sun Run in 32:54, and holds a 5000m PB of 15:35.

But Glynis’ story is about much more than podiums and times.

After a difficult chapter at Arizona State University, where she faced a long and stubborn tibial stress fracture, Glynis was medically retired from the NCAA system. It wasn’t until she returned to Canada and let go of rigid expectations that her relationship with running began to shift—and ultimately thrive.

In this conversation, Glynis opens up about:

• Her transition away from the steeplechase and back to racing for joy
• The importance of fueling well and avoiding low energy availability
• Her decision to work 60% as a nurse to create balance in life
• How cross-training and lower mileage help her stay healthy
• Why having fun and filling your life with good things matters so much

Wise beyond her years, Glynis is a grounded and joyful athlete whose perspective will resonate with anyone who’s ever struggled with injury in sport.

Connect with Carolyn:

• Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffin

You can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.

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Erin Mawhinney is a 28-year-old elite runner, full-time nurse, and proud Hamiltonian who recently ran her way onto the podium at the 2025 Canadian 10K Championships with a personal best of 33:09.

In this fun and wide-ranging conversation, we discuss:

• Erin’s race-day patience and strong finishing kick
• How working with coach Reid Coolsaet since late 2021 has kept her injury-free
• Her marathon debut at Toronto Waterfront in 2024
• Her McMaster Marauder roots
• Her “hideous” running form (her words!)
• Why she believes running should always stay fun and social
• Her karaoke skills, beer preferences, and dream sponsorship from Big Bee — Hamilton’s most legendary convenience store

Erin is the kind of athlete who reminds us why we love this sport. She’s fast, funny, and refreshingly real.

Connect with Erin:

• Instagram: @erinmawhinney_
• Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/48592387

Connect with Carolyn:

• Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffin

You can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.