Episode 157: Lindsley Kump of Womxn Who Move on Finding a Sense of Belonging, Breaking Down Barriers, and Believing in Yourself

*Please note before listening: There is potentially triggering content where Lindsley shares more about her eating disorder between minutes 25-27, or about halfway through this episode. Feel free to skip over if you would like. Lindsley Kump is a mama, wife, fur baby mom, oral surgeon's assistant, and runner. Originally from Hawaii, Colorado has been home to her for 18 years now. Running has been a key part of my life for almost 6 years and over the last year, she has been transitioning primarily into trail running. She recently started Womxn_Who_Move, an all-inclusive community dedicated to empowering, encouraging, and inspiring womxn through movement. Topics we discuss with Lindsley include: How she got started with running and more specifically, trails What brought her from Hawaii to Colorado, and what this transition was like What inspired her to create Womxn Who Move How she see inclusion and representation playing a role in the trail running space Body image and its role in running/fitness Your work in healthcare and the passion you have for it, particularly during COVID-19 Lessons this past year has taught you, and any major growth moments or stories Advice you would give to your younger self? What does being a Strong Runner Chick mean to you? Connect with Lindsley: IG: @lindsley_kump  IG: @Womxn_Who_Move You can also hear Lindsley speak during our "Beyond the Trail" panel at our upcoming Trail Running Women Summit, February 27th-28th! Join us at https://www.chaski.run/running-women-virtual. *Shoutout to today's NEW episode sponsor, Naak Bar!* Designed for endurance athletes, Naak bars come in 4+ delicious flavors and contain a ratio 4/1 (carbs/protein) for long lasting energy, 7g. of complete and sustainable protein, 180mg of electrolyte to avoid cramping, non GMO and all natural ingredients. They taste like brownies and make for a tasty treat on the trails! Use code "STRONGRUNNERCHICKS" for 15% off your order at https://naakbar.com!