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Inclusion Isn’t a Buzzword. It’s a Responsibility.
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A candid look at what true inclusion in running requires. Coach Becky explores the steps coaches and organizations can take to create genuinely welcoming spaces for BIPOC and underrepresented runners, how representation shapes belonging, and how runners can identify inclusive communities. Includes a CTA to Representation in Motion consultations.
What Makes Coaching Work Is Never the Template
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A deep, conversational look at what makes a coaching philosophy unique and how lived experience shapes a coach’s style. Includes the questions runners should ask before choosing support and real stories where Becky’s signature approach—form-focused, strength-driven, physiology-aware coaching—created major breakthroughs.
AI Can Track Your Miles. A Coach Can Change Your Entire Trajectory.
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A deep, candid look at why AI running apps fall short for real athletes, especially those navigating peri/menopause, high stress, or complex training histories. This piece explores how human coaching provides context, emotional support, and smarter adaptation than any algorithm. Includes a real athlete story and guides runners toward next steps like Strong Anywhere, Fast Finish, and Project Breakthrough.
The Quiet Work of Building Confidence: Why Runners Become Different People Long Before Their First Finish Line
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A deep dive into how runners build real confidence long before race day. Explore the hidden moments that shape identity, the role of coaching for beginners, and how to shift from perfection and pace-chasing to meaningful growth. Includes guidance on nervous system safety, identity-building, and links to the Mindset Reset Challenge and Central Governor Guide for deeper support.
The Magic of Running: Why This Sport Keeps Saving Us Over and Over Again
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A deep dive into the magic of running for busy adults, shift workers, and anyone craving mental, emotional, or spiritual reconnection through movement. Learn how to build rhythm, stay consistent, rediscover joy, and use running as a catalyst for transformation. Includes a CTA to The Alchemist’s Guide.