241. From Mountain Trails to Mindfulness with Karen Jarchow

In this episode of Making Shift Happen, Jen Kates interviews Karen Jarchow, a professional cyclist and coach, about her journey from professional racing to embracing a holistic approach to life and coaching. They discuss the importance of emotional and spiritual health, the power of breathwork, and Karen’s personal experiences with transformation and connection. Karen shares insights into her coaching philosophy and the development of her program, Where Spirit Meets Sport, which integrates mindfulness and holistic wellness into athletic training. Give Karen a follow on Instagram @karenjarchow.coaching and find out more info on her programs and coaching on her website karen-jarchow.com. Be sure to subscribe to her newsletter to stay in touch with her! Check out these other interviews: 232. Annijke Wade: Advocating for All Cyclists 181. From Pregnancy to Perimenopause with Holly Sato, MD 165. Women’s Mountain Bike Network: Making an Impact for Women in Mountain Biking Do you have nutrition and fitness goals? I’m your coach!  If you’re ready to finally make some sustainable progress, feel strong and powerful on every climb uphill, feel less pain, perform better, or lose a few extra pounds, then apply to work with me by clicking here. I work with people just like you, and you’ll see results a helluva lot faster than on your own. #ShredStrong: Our Month Starts on Monday, February 2, 2026! #ShredStrong is my year-round strength training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists. You can join any time you want, but why not now?! Learn more about the program and sign-up HERE!  Keywords: Karen Jarchow, holistic health, breathwork, emotional health, spiritual health, professional cycling, coaching, mindfulness, transformation, connection, Making Shift Happen