EPISODE · May 19, 2025 · 22 MIN
Ep 36: The Runner’s Mind - Mental Health Benefits of Movement, with Dr. Sarah Pospos
from Mindful Marathon Podcast · host Michelle Quirk, MD
What is it about running that lifts our mood and clears our minds? In this episode, Dr. Michelle Quirk is joined by sports psychiatrist Dr. Sarah Pospos for an uplifting and insightful conversation on how running and aerobic exercise support our mental well-being. Together, they explore how running helps build confidence, fosters a sense of mastery, and strengthens social connection. Dr. Pospos also shares expert insights on how movement impacts our brain chemistry, and offers practical strategies for navigating common mental health challenges like injury setbacks, anxiety, and burnout. Whether you're training for a race or lacing up for the first time in a while, this episode is full of wisdom to help you approach running not just as a physical pursuit, but as a powerful tool for emotional resilience. Dr. Pospos is a sports psychiatrist, former student-athlete, and mom of two who helps athletes at all levels with performance anxiety, insomnia, depression, overtraining, and more. Her holistic approach integrates movement, sleep, nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle balance, both on and off the track. You can connect with Dr. Pospos on her website https://www.lifestyletelepsychiatry.com And on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifestyletelepsychiatry *** To work with Coach Michelle, head to her website and click on Contact Me: https://www.mindful-marathon.com Follow Mindful Marathon on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/Mindful.Marathon https://www.facebook.com/MindfulMarathon *** The information contained in this podcast is intended to serve as educational information and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should consult your primary care physician before undertaking any fitness regimen or exercise, which can pose serious health risks if undertaken or performed improperly. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in the videos is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/advanced practice provider. ***
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What is it about running that lifts our mood and clears our minds? In this episode, Dr. Michelle Quirk is joined by sports psychiatrist Dr. Sarah Pospos for an uplifting and insightful conversation on how running and aerobic exercise support our mental well-being. Together, they explore how running helps build confidence, fosters a sense of mastery, and strengthens social connection. Dr. Pospos also shares expert insights on how movement impacts our brain chemistry, and offers practical strategies for navigating common mental health challenges like injury setbacks, anxiety, and burnout. Whether you're training for a race or lacing up for the first time in a while, this episode is full of wisdom to help you approach running not just as a physical pursuit, but as a powerful tool for emotional resilience. Dr. Pospos is a sports psychiatrist, former student-athlete, and mom of two who helps athletes at all levels with performance anxiety, insomnia, depression, overtraining, and more. Her holistic approach integrates movement, sleep, nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle balance, both on and off the track. You can connect with Dr. Pospos on her website https://www.lifestyletelepsychiatry.com And on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifestyletelepsychiatry *** To work with Coach Michelle, head to her website and click on Contact Me: https://www.mindful-marathon.com Follow Mindful Marathon on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/Mindful.Marathon https://www.facebook.com/MindfulMarathon *** The information contained in this podcast is intended to serve as educational information and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should consult your primary care physician before undertaking any fitness regimen or exercise, which can pose serious health risks if undertaken or performed improperly. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in the videos is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/advanced practice provider. ***
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