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EPISODE · Jan 28, 2026 · 42 MIN

S2E5 Rachel Allworth: Running, And Why Doing Hard Things Can Transform Your Life

from The Adults' Table · host Fernanda Rodrigues

Running is hard. Life is hard. What if learning to handle one teaches you to handle the other?In this episode, Rachel Allworth – a running coach who teaches everyday people to search for discomfort instead of avoiding it – shares why doing hard things builds the mental strength you need for everything else. Rachel's insights on mental strength, goal-setting, and the importance of facing fears are invaluable for anyone looking to reinvent themselves. Whether you're an aspiring runner or just looking for life-changing advice, this episode is for you!01:32 The Hard Truth About Running03:23 Breaking Down the Hard: Strategies for Beginners05:28 The Mental and Physical Benefits of Running10:05 Rachel's Journey: From Non-Runner to Coach19:37 Overcoming Excuses and Building Consistency23:00 Misconceptions About Running24:50 Life Lessons from Running26:19 Reinventing Yourself After Life Changes33:15 Mindset and Tips for Marathon Runners39:11 Embracing the Hard to ImproveLearn more about Rachel's Runners:https://rachelsrunners.com/Find Rachel on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/rachels_runners/?hl=enFind us on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/theadultstableshowhttps://www.tiktok.com/@theadultstableshow

Running is hard. Life is hard. What if learning to handle one teaches you to handle the other?In this episode, Rachel Allworth – a running coach who teaches everyday people to search for discomfort instead of avoiding it – shares why doing hard things builds the mental strength you need for everything else. Rachel's insights on mental strength, goal-setting, and the importance of facing fears are invaluable for anyone looking to reinvent themselves. Whether you're an aspiring runner or just looking for life-changing advice, this episode is for you!01:32 The Hard Truth About Running03:23 Breaking Down the Hard: Strategies for Beginners05:28 The Mental and Physical Benefits of Running10:05 Rachel's Journey: From Non-Runner to Coach19:37 Overcoming Excuses and Building Consistency23:00 Misconceptions About Running24:50 Life Lessons from Running26:19 Reinventing Yourself After Life Changes33:15 Mindset and Tips for Marathon Runners39:11 Embracing the Hard to ImproveLearn more about Rachel's Runners:https://rachelsrunners.com/Find Rachel on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/rachels_runners/?hl=enFind us on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/theadultstableshowhttps://www.tiktok.com/@theadultstableshow

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