Ep 23. Running Realities with Claire Dunn
Episode 23 of the The DC Podcast podcast, hosted by Dee Cronin, titled "Ep 23. Running Realities with Claire Dunn" was published on January 24, 2026 and runs 55 minutes.
January 24, 2026 ·55m · The DC Podcast
Summary
In this episode of the DC Podcast, Dee Cronin is joined by Claire Dunn, running coach, personal trainer, and nutritionist who works primarily with endurance runners. Claire shares her experience of going from finding running difficult to competing in ultra-marathons, and how consistency, realistic expectations, and good coaching shaped that progression.They discuss the realities of starting running, common misconceptions, and how social media often distorts what running looks like by focusing on highlight reels rather than the early stages, setbacks, and unglamorous work. Claire offers practical insight into what actually matters when beginning or returning to running, including appropriate training, fuelling, and reframing progress beyond pace or distance.This episode is an honest conversation about running for real people, building confidence over time, and separating what’s useful from what’s just noise.You'll find Claire @outmilers (Instagram)You'll find Dee @dee_dchealthfitness (Instagram)Follow @dchealthfitness_ (Instagram) www.dchealthandfitness.com
Episode Description
In this episode of the DC Podcast, Dee Cronin is joined by Claire Dunn, running coach, personal trainer, and nutritionist who works primarily with endurance runners. Claire shares her experience of going from finding running difficult to competing in ultra-marathons, and how consistency, realistic expectations, and good coaching shaped that progression.
They discuss the realities of starting running, common misconceptions, and how social media often distorts what running looks like by focusing on highlight reels rather than the early stages, setbacks, and unglamorous work. Claire offers practical insight into what actually matters when beginning or returning to running, including appropriate training, fuelling, and reframing progress beyond pace or distance.
This episode is an honest conversation about running for real people, building confidence over time, and separating what’s useful from what’s just noise.
You'll find Claire @outmilers (Instagram)
You'll find Dee @dee_dchealthfitness (Instagram)
Follow @dchealthfitness_ (Instagram)
www.dchealthandfitness.com
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