Episode 33: How a Mom of Twin Boys Ran a Sub-20 5K After Boston - with Kelly McDonald

Think your athlete days are over? Think again.In this energizing and inspiring episode of The Move With Ease Podcast, Tatianna sits down with nurse, mom of twin boys, Boston Marathon runner, and recent sub-20-minute 5K runner Kelly MacDonald to talk about prevention, intentional health, sustainable performance, and learning to tune inward before burnout or injury forces you to.Kelly shares her journey from competitive figure skating to marathon running, including:qualifying for the Boston Marathon in her very first marathonovercoming recurring shin splints and training setbackslearning how to slow down enough to become a better runnerand how motherhood, nursing, and longevity have shaped her approach to health and fitnessTogether, we explore:why easy runs actually matterthe mindset shift from constantly pushing to intentionally recoveringnervous system support for runnersbreath awareness and inner core connectionbalancing motherhood, work, and big goalsguilt and self-care as a momprevention and healthy agingand the importance of building strength and resilience before breakdown happensKelly also opens up about:how her background in competitive sport shaped her mentallythe difference between judged sports and runningthe emotional side of racingand what was going through her mind during her recent sub-20-minute 5K at Ottawa Race WeekendOne of the most refreshing parts of this conversation is Kelly’s perspective on prevention and longevity as a nurse:✨ “You don’t have to wait until your body breaks down to start listening.”This episode is packed with practical wisdom, inspiration, and reminders that:✨ goals and softness can coexist✨ recovery is productive✨ easy runs are still valuable✨ and women and moms are allowed to have dreams tooTopics discussed:Boston Marathon qualifyingsub-20-minute 5K trainingmotherhood & fitnessprevention & longevitynervous system supportrecovery for runnerseasy runs & aerobic traininginner core awarenessbalancing goals with family lifecompetitive sports mindsetstrength & sustainable performancePlus:⚡ runner rapid fire⚡ favourite fuel & recovery tools⚡ race mindset⚡ dream races⚡ funniest mom-runner momentsConnect with Kelly:📍 Instagram: @kelly_skating—🎧 Loved this episode?Share it with a runner, mom, or woman who needs the reminder that prevention starts long before burnout or injury — and that supporting your body better can actually help you thrive longer.And if you’re ready to reconnect with your body through breath, mindful movement, and inner core awareness, explore my FREE RESOURCES and get started!Tatianna