Gretchen Schoenstein's guest appearances

Gretchen Schoenstein

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Gretchen Schoenstein has dealt with autoimmune disease questions regularly, and many more, during her battle with several autoimmune disorders in her running lifetime, including one which attacks her lungs. The diagnoses she has received would normally mean an end to distance running, and truth be told she heard this from doctors... However, having a purpose to run 100 half marathons and give back to autoimmune disease research was a worthy enough goal to keep her running, even during the pandemic. And spoiler alert: she made it, just under her 10 year goal! She did so on her own schedule and with the support of an intentional village she has built, and also with intention in every mile. However, remarkably this is not the most impressive part of Gretchen's life or Gretchen as a person, rather it's her attitude and gratitude which shine through in every word, as she recounts stories and life lessons during this lifelong battle. It is as if running were the tap through which this force de vivre lives and shines, rather than "the answer". In our conversation, we examine how perhaps running is best as a catalyst for community, strength and purpose building, i.e. finding out what running can teach us about life, and vice versa. It has been part of the solution, for her and for me. Among the best interviews I have done at Running Anthropologist, she demonstrates what it means to truly be grateful for each step and each breath, with her mantra "Every mile, every step, counts". She has so many good ones. Below are just a sample of what she shares in the episode.Tips/Life hacks:1) Have grace for yourself. Best way to do so? Pause and breathe.2) Have a light, nimble touch on goals - know that you can pivot when need to.3) Every. Step. Counts. (as does every mile) With each step is the possibility of joy and awe.4) Listen to your body - *you* know best. Find that voice that tells you when to push and when to let off the gas.5) Create your own finish lines - set smaller goals to achieve to keep the momentum going.Last but not least, there is a worthy cause. She has both fundraised and raised awareness around autoimmune disease and autoimmune system disorders this entire journey, for "Operation Shooting Star" and "Benaroya Research Institute", who are on the cutting edge of treating, research and hopeful for the future of curing autoimmune diseases. Links to both of these organizations, and all the organizations and sponsors mentioned in the podcast can be found below under "services", provided directly by Gretchen (bottom of page).Gretchen can also be found on her IG account @rungratefulTo read more about fundraising/awareness building efforts specifically and about her struggle and story of finishing an unexpected 100 half marathons journey, I encourage you to go to check out article: https://www.benaroyaresearch.org/blog/post/one-pandemic-three-autoimmune-diseases-and-100-half-marathonsPlease find more links to all resources mentioned at our blogsite: www.runninganthropologist.comAs always, Message us @runninganthropologist on Facebook or Instagram with ideas, inspiration and input!

Gretchen Schoenstein has dealt with autoimmune disease questions regularly, and many more, during her battle with several autoimmune disorders in her running lifetime, including one which attacks her lungs. The diagnoses she has received would normally mean an end to distance running, and truth be told she heard this from doctors... However, having a purpose to run 100 half marathons and give back to autoimmune disease research was a worthy enough goal to keep her running, even during the pandemic. And spoiler alert: she made it, just under her 10 year goal! She did so on her own schedule and with the support of an intentional village she has built, and also with intention in every mile. However, remarkably this is not the most impressive part of Gretchen's life or Gretchen as a person, rather it's her attitude and gratitude which shine through in every word, as she recounts stories and life lessons during this lifelong battle. It is as if running were the tap through which this force de vivre lives and shines, rather than "the answer". In our conversation, we examine how perhaps running is best as a catalyst for community, strength and purpose building, i.e. finding out what running can teach us about life, and vice versa. It has been part of the solution, for her and for me. Among the best interviews I have done at Running Anthropologist, she demonstrates what it means to truly be grateful for each step and each breath, with her mantra "Every mile, every step, counts". She has so many good ones. Below are just a sample of what she shares in the episode. Tips/Life hacks: 1) Have grace for yourself. Best way to do so? Pause and breathe. 2) Have a light, nimble touch on goals - know that you can pivot when need to. 3) Every. Step. Counts. (as does every mile) With each step is the possibility of joy and awe. 4) Listen to your body - *you* know best. Find that voice that tells you when to push and when to let off the gas. 5) Create your own finish lines - set smaller goals to achieve to keep the momentum going. Last but not least, there is a worthy cause. She has both fundraised and raised awareness around autoimmune disease and autoimmune system disorders this entire journey, for "Operation Shooting Star" and "Benaroya Research Institute", who are on the cutting edge of treating, research and hopeful for the future of curing autoimmune diseases. Links to both of these organizations, and all the organizations and sponsors mentioned in the podcast can be found below under "services", provided directly by Gretchen (bottom of page). Gretchen can also be found on her IG account @rungrateful To read more about fundraising/awareness building efforts specifically and about her struggle and story of finishing an unexpected 100 half marathons journey, I encourage you to go to check out article: <a href="https://www.benaroyaresearch.org/blog/post/one-pandemic-three-autoimmune-diseases-and-100-half-marathons" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.benaroyaresearch.org/blog/post/one-pandemic-three-autoimmune-diseases-and-100-half-marathons</a> Please find more links to all resources mentioned at our blogsite: <a href="http://www.runninganthropologist.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.runninganthropologist.com</a> As always, Message us @runninganthropologist on Facebook or Instagram with ideas, inspiration and input!

Gretchen Schoenstein, on Autoimmunity & 100 Half Marathons

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Gretchen Shoenstein is still going strong.Back for a Round 2 after almost 2 years, Gretchen is closing in on her 75th half marathon finish after being told she should not run due to an autoimmune illness.She continues to push herself intelligently while respecting what her body can do, and as she looks toward the future there is no telling what she has in store.Check out the full show notes for this episode at http://DizRuns.com/587Today's Episode of the Show is Sponsored By DKMSDid you know that you could potentially save the life of someone living with blood cancer?Check out http://DKMS.org or text AMAZING to 50555 for more information.Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong!http://dizruns.com/supportBecome a Patron of the Show! Visit http://Patreon.com/DizRuns to find out how.Get Your Diz Runs Radio Swag!http://dizruns.com/magnetSubscribe to the Diz Runs RadioFind Me on an Apple Device http://dizruns.com/itunesFind Me on an Android http://dizruns.com/stitcherFind Me on SoundCloud http://dizruns.com/soundcloudPlease Take the Diz Runs Radio Listener Surveyhttp://dizruns.com/surveyWin a Free 16-Week Training PlanEnter at http://dizruns.com/giveawayJoin The TribeIf you’d like to stay up to date with everything going on in the Diz Runs world, become a member of the tribe! The tribe gets a weekly email where I share running tips and stories about running and/or things going on in my life. To get the emails, just sign up at http://dizruns.com/join-the-tribeThe tribe also has an open group on Facebook, where tribe members can join each other to talk about running, life, and anything in between. Check out the group and join the tribe at https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedizrunstribe/

Gretchen Shoenstein is still going strong. Back for a Round 2 after almost 2 years, Gretchen is closing in on her 75th half marathon finish after being told she should not run due to an autoimmune illness. She continues to push herself intelligently while respecting what her body can do, and as she looks toward the future there is no telling what she has in store. Check out the full show notes for this episode at <a href="http://DizRuns.com/587" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://DizRuns.com/587</a> Today's Episode of the Show is Sponsored By DKMS Did you know that you could potentially save the life of someone living with blood cancer? Check out <a href="http://DKMS.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://DKMS.org</a> or text AMAZING to 50555 for more information. Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong! <a href="http://dizruns.com/support" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://dizruns.com/support</a> Become a Patron of the Show! Visit <a href="http://Patreon.com/DizRuns" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://Patreon.com/DizRuns</a> to find out how. Get Your Diz Runs Radio Swag! <a href="http://dizruns.com/magnet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://dizruns.com/magnet</a> Subscribe to the Diz Runs Radio Find Me on an Apple Device <a href="http://dizruns.com/itunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://dizruns.com/itunes</a> Find Me on an Android <a href="http://dizruns.com/stitcher" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://dizruns.com/stitcher</a> Find Me on SoundCloud <a href="http://dizruns.com/soundcloud" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://dizruns.com/soundcloud</a> Please Take the Diz Runs Radio Listener Survey <a href="http://dizruns.com/survey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://dizruns.com/survey</a> Win a Free 16-Week Training Plan Enter at <a href="http://dizruns.com/giveaway" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://dizruns.com/giveaway</a> Join The Tribe If you’d like to stay up to date with everything going on in the Diz Runs world, become a member of the tribe! The tribe gets a weekly email where I share running tips and stories about running and/or things going on in my life. To get the emails, just sign up at <a href="http://dizruns.com/join-the-tribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://dizruns.com/join-the-tribe</a> The tribe also has an open group on Facebook, where tribe members can join each other to talk about running, life, and anything in between. Check out the group and join the tribe at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedizrunstribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedizrunstribe/</a>

587 Gretchen Schoenstein Keeps Putting One Foot in Front of the Other