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C Tolle Run
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Get After It with Olympian Carrie Tollefson! Each week, Carrie and a different celebrity guest discuss running, fitness, and how to live a healthy, balanced life as a runner.
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444: Klara Lukan - I Love Challenges
1w ago00:29:31Tap to summarizeIf you don't know the name Klara Lukan yet, now is the time to learn it. The Slovenian standout is a professional runner for Puma, a two-time Olympian in the 5,000m and 10,000m, and the first European woman to break 30 minutes for the road 10K. Off the track, she holds a Master's degree in International Business and a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology. In this episode, Klara joins Carrie to share her journey into running, life growing up in Slovenia, and the important role her family has played throughout her career. They discuss her collegiate experience, how she's putting her two degrees to use, and what she enjoys besides running. As she prepares for the upcoming New York Road Runners Mini 10K, Klara also shares insights into training and racing at the highest level with plenty of stories along the way.
Transcribe →443: Mercy Chelangat: I’m So Fired Up
2w ago00:42:36Tap to summarizeMercy Chelangat may be relatively new to the marathon, but she’s already making a major impact on the world stage. In just her latest breakthrough performance, Mercy ran an incredible 2:20 marathon to finish 4th at the Boston Marathon, firmly establishing herself among the sport’s elite. A professional runner for HOKA Northern Arizona Elite, Mercy built an outstanding collegiate career at University of Alabama, where she became a 2-time NCAA Champion, earned 9 All-American honors, and captured 8 SEC titles. In this episode, Mercy reflects on her journey from dominant collegiate athlete to rising marathon star, sharing the lessons she’s learned along the way and what continues to drive her forward. She also opens up about balancing training with the demands of family life, including raising her seven-year-old daughter while pursuing excellence on the global stage.
Transcribe →442: Drew Hunter: I Wake Up Excited Every Day
3w ago00:49:17Tap to summarizeDrew Hunter is no stranger to C Tolle Run, but this time he joins the show with some new hardware. Fresh off winning the USATF Road 5K Championship and qualifying for the World Road Running Championships in Copenhagen, Drew is riding a wave of success both on and off the course. Beyond racing, Drew wears many hats: CEO of Hammer and Axe Training, entrepreneur, podcaster, husband, and proud father of two, with a third daughter on the way. Despite a packed schedule, he shares why this season of life has never felt more fulfilling. In this episode, Drew opens up about staying motivated at the highest level, balancing elite training with work and family life, and how fatherhood continues to shape his perspective and success. He also reflects on lessons he’d share with his younger self and the goals that still lie ahead.
Transcribe →441: Eden Rainbow-Cooper - This Is My Chance
4w ago00:45:37Tap to summarizeEden Rainbow-Cooper has built a career defined by resilience, speed, and ambition. Introduced to Wheelchair Racing in 2012, Eden quickly found her success progressing through distances before making a bold move to the marathon. The leap to the marathon distance paid off in a major way, earning her a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games and launching a streak of standout performances on the global stage. Eden has established herself as one of the sport’s most dominant competitors. She is a 2x Boston Marathon winner and British Record Holder in the 5k and marathon cementing her place among the elite in Wheelchair Racing. In this episode, Eden joins Carrie to reflect on the journey that shaped her, from early challenges to international success. They dig into her current training and racing schedule, as well as the goals driving her forward, not just for herself, but for the future of the sport.
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440: Gracie Hyde - I Belong Here
May 700:49:45Tap to summarizeYou may not know Gracie Hyde yet, but that’s about to change. A rising star in professional distance running, Gracie competes for Puma and trains with Team Meridia in Boulder, Colorado. Her résumé is already turning heads: a standout collegiate career where she set six Division II records, followed by a breakout pro season that includes a win in the steeplechase at the Drake Relays and her first selection to Team USA for the World Road Championships. In this episode, Gracie shares how she found her way into the sport, the key decisions that shaped her path, and what it’s like stepping onto the global stage as a new professional. She and Carrie reflect on the highs and lessons of 2025, and look ahead to the goals, challenges, and opportunities waiting in 2026 and beyond!
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439: Addy Wiley - I'm Living My Dream
Apr 3000:53:28Tap to summarizeAddy Wiley is a fighter in every sense of the word. After overcoming childhood cancer, she found her strength in running, turning it into a superpower that’s propelled her onto the world stage. Now, she’s not just competing; she’s rewriting the record books as a World Indoor bronze medalist, National Champion, and American record holder. In this episode, Addy breaks down her electrifying indoor season, her dominant Road Mile Championship win that earned her a spot on Team USA, and the performances that have made her one of track and field’s most exciting names. She also opens up about her past, the realities of chasing greatness, and the hunger to win more!
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438: Emma Grace Hurley - Not Afraid to Go to the Front
Apr 2300:52:56Tap to summarizeFresh off her first national title at the USATF Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Championship, Emma Grace Hurley joins Carrie Tollefson to break down a career-defining moment. Emma Grace shares the mindset behind her win, how she approaches racing the best in the world, and why she’s not afraid to push the pace. She also reflects on a rollercoaster stretch that included a heartbreaking half marathon, a pending American record in the 8K, and finally, a breakthrough victory. Beyond racing, Emma Grace opens up about her journey back into the sport, staying healthy, and balancing professional running with a job outside of it. Plus, she talks Boston Marathon takeaways, her future marathon debut, and what’s ahead.
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437: Ashley Paulson - Do Something That Scares You Every Day
Apr 1600:45:40Tap to summarizeAshley Paulson is a professional triathlete, marathoner, and ultrarunner known for taking on some of the toughest races in the world including becoming a two-time champion of the legendary Badwater 135 (often called the world's toughest foot race), 25-time IRONMAN, ultramarathon veteran and an iFIT trainer. Beyond her impressive results, Ashley is also mother and a grandmother who rocks hot pink hair. In this episode, she shares how she got started in endurance sports, what drives her to push past extreme limits, and how she stays healthy through it all. We also talk about her journey into coaching, balancing family life with elite competition, and the story behind her signature pink hair. Ashley’s energy is contagious, and her story will leave you inspired to take on your own next adventure, whether that’s an ultramarathon or simply a new challenge in your everyday life.
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436: Dom Scott - Your 1% Is Your 100%
Apr 900:42:10Tap to summarizeDom Scott is one of South Africa’s all-time great distance runners: an Olympian, National Champion, professional athlete, coach, one of the kindest people you’ll meet. With an incredible career behind her and plenty still ahead, Dom returns to C Tolle Run to reflect on her running milestones, life beyond the track and what’s next! Dom opens up about how recent experiences have shaped her current trajectory and how her support system has been in her corner through thick and thin. This honest and powerful conversation will leave you motivated and inspired, with practical and real-life advice that every runner (and person) can take to heart.
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435: Randi Zuckerberg - There Is Beauty In Doing Hard Things
Apr 200:48:49Tap to summarizeRandi Zuckerberg may have a recognizable last name, but her story is entirely her own. A wife, mother, entrepreneur, radio host, and ultramarathoner, Randi has built a life that blends high performance with genuine heart. In this episode, she shares her incredible achievement of setting the fastest known time (male or female) at Mexico’s grueling Baja Sur 135km Trail Run, completing the rugged course in just under 25 hours as a powerful comeback from injury. Randi breaks down the mental and physical strategies that helped her endure one of the toughest races out there, offering practical tips for ultrarunning and how those same lessons can be applied to everyday life. She also reflects on her journey into running, sharing how it became a space she could claim for herself and build a strong sense of identity, while also speaking about her passion for supporting the running community both locally and around the world. Randi will leave you motivated to go out and conquer the world (or your next run)!
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