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Return to Run

Return to Run

By: Careth Arnold and Amanda Basham
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A storytelling podcast based on real life experiences told by parents navigating their way through athletic performance, training, and every day life with kiddos.2025 Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living Parenting & Families Relationships
Episodes
  • How to Stay Active and Inspired During Pregnancy and Postpartum: Michelle Senyard

    How to Stay Active and Inspired During Pregnancy and Postpartum: Michelle Senyard
    Jun 1 2026

    In this raw conversation, Careth reconnects with Michelle Senyard to explore her journey from college days to becoming a passionate traveler, adventure photographer, and new mom. They discuss the transformative power of outdoor exploration, spiritual growth, fitness, birth, postpartum, and melting into motherhood.

    Chapters

    00:00 The YOLO Year: Embracing Adventure Before Parenthood
    10:59 Meeting John: A Love Story Rooted in Faith
    12:25 Planning for Parenthood: The Journey to Pregnancy
    14:05 Fitness Journey: Staying Active During Pregnancy
    18:47 Mindset Shift: Embracing Body Changes
    19:03 Navigating Pregnancy: The First Trimester Experience
    22:57 Traveling While Pregnant: Adventures and Challenges
    26:21 Preparing for Birth: Expectations vs. Reality
    33:09 The Birth Experience: A Wild Journey
    37:35 Postpartum: Adjusting to Life with a Newborn
    38:43 Navigating the Challenges of Breastfeeding
    45:12 The Importance of Partner Support in Parenting
    52:00 Embracing the Journey of Motherhood
    59:55 Finding Joy in the Little Moments
    01:03:31 The Role of Community and Connection in Motherhood

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Race Day Insights from Canyons: Training, Tapering, and Recovery

    Race Day Insights from Canyons: Training, Tapering, and Recovery
    May 3 2026
    In this episode Careth and Amanda share their recent experiences at the Canyons by UTMB race. Amanda placed 3rd in the 100 mile distance and Careth placed 2nd at the 100k distance. Listen as they give insights to their taper, race, and recovery and hear what is next on the docket! Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Recent Adventures 01:15 Travel, Camping, and Post-Race Recovery 02:25 Mental Preparation and Race Nerves 03:04 Race Preparation and Dealing with Illness 04:38 Race Day Morning Routine and Mindset 06:34 Race Day Experience and Course Details 09:17 Starting the Race: Going Out Slow and Steady 10:32 Race Attrition and Key Moments 13:38 Mid-Race Challenges: Sleepiness and GI Issues 15:04 Weather, Terrain, and Course Conditions 18:25 Nutrition and Caffeine Strategies at Aid Stations 20:55 Technical Sections and Key Climbs 22:50 Passing Competitors and Staying Focused 26:23 Running Your Race and Mental Strategies 27:10 Final Push and Finishing Strong 31:14 Reflections on Race Performance and Future Goals 31:28 Post-Race Recovery and Reflections 36:07 Future Races and Training Plans Don't forget to like and subscribe if you appreciate our content! @i.careth @amanda_basham
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Motherhood, Ambition, and Finding Balance: Ashley Brasovan

    Motherhood, Ambition, and Finding Balance: Ashley Brasovan
    Apr 8 2026

    In this chat with Ashley, we get to know her as an athlete, mother, and inspirational human. Ashley shares with us her routines, postpartum journey, race ambitions, and a bunch of fun in between. We hope you enjoy getting to know Ashley as much as we did.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
    02:53 Athletic Background and Transition to Pregnancy
    05:43 Challenges in College Athletics
    08:22 Finding Love and Family Planning
    11:17 Pregnancy Experience and Running
    14:00 Labor and Delivery Experience
    19:25 Postpartum Journey and Breastfeeding
    25:06 Returning to Fitness After Baby
    29:37 Training Evolution and Cross-Training Strategies
    30:44 Sponsorship Journey with Hoka
    32:19 Postpartum Pressures and Imposter Syndrome
    34:21 Challenges of Returning to Racing After Pregnancy
    36:07 First Race Back and Its Impact
    38:03 Future Race Plans and Goals
    39:56 Navigating Illness and Family Life
    41:51 Balancing Work, Family, and Training
    44:24 Traveling with Family for Races
    49:58 Reflections on Personal Growth and Future Aspirations

    Interested in sharing your personal motherhood journey with us?

    Send us a DM on instagram.

    @i.careth

    @amanda_basham
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    57 mins
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