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RUNWITHALLI LIVEAuthor: Coach Alli
If you are thinking about running for the first time or looking to train for a Marathon without getting injured, youre in the right place. Welcome to the RUNWITHALLI LIVE Podcast. I bring together special guests to share how they find their victories through running. Show guests consist of runners from your busy mom to the elite athlete to fitness professionals and even specialty doctors in the space. These guests share their experiences and provide insight and advice on setting yourself up to run successfully for life through their own experiences and stories. Thanks to the industry leaders Ive hosted on my podcast for making it possible to become the coach I am today. Being a RUNWITHALLI believer means understanding the holistic approach to running as a lifestyle. Its not just about the fitness aspect. Its the holistic approach from training, nutrition, recovery, headspace, and making time for your friends and family matters. Stop being so hard on yourself! Tune in weekly for new motivational episodes to inspire you to find your victory running too. Were in this together! Thank you for joining me on the RUNWITHALLI LIVE Podcast! Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Hobbies, Leisure, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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EPISODE #164: Built in the NCAA. Proven on the world stage. Katie Izzo.
Episode 163
Thursday, 26 March, 2026
In today's episode, RUNWITHALLI LIVE host Alli sits down with professional distance runner Katie Izzo, a 3x Team USA Cross Country athlete (2023, 2024, 2026) and recent 2nd place finisher at the U.S. Cross Country Championships to talk about what it really takes to rise through the ranks and compete at the highest level.From her standout NCAA career at the University of Arkansas where she finished 3rd at NCAA Cross Country Championships, helped secure a national team title, and ran one of the fastest indoor 5Ks in collegiate history to now building her professional career in Flagstaff, Katie shares what it means to pursue your full potential with intention, grit, and consistency.But this episode isn’t just for elite runners. It’s for YOU. The everyday runner balancing life, work, and training, looking to get better, stay consistent, and show up with purpose.In this episode, we cover:How Katie first got into running, and when she knew it could be something specialThe moment things “clicked” in her career (and what that actually looked like behind the scenes)Mindset shifts that help her stay consistent at the highest levelOne underrated training element that can make or break your PRWhat road runners can learn from cross country when it comes to strength + durabilityWhy hills, trails, and uneven terrain might be your secret weaponWhat it felt like to earn her spot on Team USA (again!) and key lessons from that raceHow her definition of success has evolved over timeAdvice for runners feeling nervous before a big raceWhy she said YES to coming on the RUNWITHALLI® LIVE podcastOne BIG takeaway is how success isn’t about perfect training. It’s about stacking consistent days (& recovery ones, too) while building strength in ways most runners don’t! Katie’s journey proves that durability, mindset, and trusting YOUR process are what separate the good from the great! Katie is one of the first people who welcomed me to San Diego after I reached out to her to go for a run (yes, I KNOW! That was bold!). She kindly said yes without hesitation, shared her favorite running spots around the city that I was unfamiliar with, and made me feel more at ease in a place that felt very unknown to me.I am forever grateful. I also might’ve convinced her to join my post-run candy addiction, sharing gummies and Parakeet Cafe smoothies before parting ways. It was such a fun way to share miles with an incredible athlete who is not only a bada$$ runner, but also a genuinely kind human.I’m so lucky to bring you this conversation on the pod today! If you’re chasing a PR, navigating a busy life, or simply trying to become a stronger, more confident runner, this conversation is for YOU!Subscribe to RUNWITHALLI® LIVE so you never miss an episode!Share this episode with a training partner who needs to hear it!Connect with Katie Izzo:InstagramAnd take ONE thing from this episode and apply it to your next run.Thank you for being here. I appreciate you! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREE Support the show
