Equity in Running with Activist, Coach, + Author Alison Désir

A must-listen for everyone concerned about racial inequity and representation in running, this episode features activist, running clubs founder, and author Alison Désir, with hosts Sarah and Tish Hamilton. With candor and insight, Alison lays out: -how running helped pull her out of depression;-the profound power of group runs;-the origin story of Running Industry Diversity Coalition, which she co-founded;-several eye-opening historical facts included in her forthcoming book; and,-steps to make your running community more welcoming + inclusive.Before Alison joins the episode at 13:28, Sarah and Tish laughingly reveal their nerdy, pro-sports-ignorant sides.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Enjoy 20% off your purchase up to 3 items at TopoAthletic.com with code TOPOAMR20 (good thru 2/28/22)Get a free 7-day trial plus $20 off your 1st purchase of vet-recommended pet products at YourFuzzy.com/AMR with code AMRVita-save: Get 50% off your first Care/of order by visiting takecareof.com and using code AMR50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices