Could Running Be a Source of Joy? Menopause, Movement, and Finding Your Way Back to Yourself

Today, we're revisiting one of my favorite episodes on Solving for Joy.This episode explores menopause, movement, running, grief, self-trust, and what it means to reconnect with yourself through joyful movement.Physician, running coach, and fellow physician coach Dr. Michelle Quirk shares how running helped her navigate burnout, loss, and major life transitions, and why movement can be an act of care rather than another place to strive for perfection.We talk about:• Why so many women believe they're "not runners" and how those stories shape us• How movement can support grief, emotional well-being, and resilience• Menopause, musculoskeletal pain, and considerations for women in midlife• Why high-achieving women often struggle to approach exercise with self-compassion• How to start small and build a sustainable relationship with movementWhether you're a runner, a walker, or simply curious about moving your body with more kindness and less pressure, this episode offers a refreshing invitation to begin exactly where you are.Connect with Dr. Michelle Quirk:• Website: https://mindful-marathon.com/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.marathon• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellequirkmd/Stay Connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrissieottmdPodcast Website: https://www.solvingforjoy.comChrissie’s Website: https://www.chrissieottmd.com🩺 For Physician Coaches & Healthcare LeadersPhysician Coaching Collective:https://www.physiciancoachingcollective.comPhysician Coaching Summit:https://www.thephysiciancoachingsummit.com