Trail Society

In this episode of Trail Society, Corrine and Keely dig into the question a lot of female athletes ask this time of year, as training starts to ramp back up: Is this normal fatigue, or could it be anemia? They break down the difference between training stress and iron deficiencyWhy ferritin matters even when your labs look “normal” And what athletes should pay attention to when their body starts feeling off Plus: spring race season news, a major WNBA update, and a few standout stories from the Trail Society community.@feisty_media@trail.societyProBio: Use code Trail20 for 20%-off orders (30%-off + free shipping w/ subscriptions) at https://www.probionutrition.com/rabbit: Visit https://www.runinrabbit.com/

Olympic medalist Shannon Rowbury and pelvic health physical therapist Jess Dorrington join Corinne to talk about their new book, Strong as a Mother, and the bigger conversation around pregnancy, postpartum, and athleticism. Together, they explore what it means to stay active during pregnancy, how runners can think about returning to sport postpartum, and why strength during motherhood may look different, but no less powerful.They also dig into pelvic floor health for runners, common misconceptions around exercise during pregnancy, and why so much advice in this space can feel confusing or incomplete. Jess breaks down why pelvic health matters not just for pregnant and postpartum athletes, but for runners more broadly, while Shannon reflects on her path from Olympian to mom rediscovering joy in movement.Along the way, they talk about how Strong as a Mother came together, why the title changed from Running for Two, and what they hope athletes, moms, and active women take from the book: your body is capable of more than you think, and there is no one right way to move through this season. Shannon also shares more about her long Olympic medal journey and anti-doping advocacy.In this episode:Shannon Rowbury’s running career and Olympic medal journeyJess Dorrington’s path into pelvic health physical therapyWhy pelvic floor health matters for runnersExercise during pregnancy and returning to sport postpartumWriting Strong as a MotherInjinji: use code trailsociety15 to get 15% off at https://www.injinji.com/@feisty_media@trail.society

Jane Maus is coming off a huge early-season win at Black Canyon 50K — but her story is about far more than a finish line.From battling chronic pre-race nerves to chasing the Grand Teton FKT, making the Short Trail World Championships Team, and stepping into a new partnership with Arc’teryx, Jane’s last two years have been anything but linear.In this episode, we talk about:Why she struggles to even make it to start linesThe move from Salt Lake City to Boulder and entering the “Boulder Bubble”Working with coach Rick Floyd and managing chronic injuryRacing Jazmine Lowther for the Grand Teton FKTFinding flow on technical terrainWhy 50K racing currently suits her body better than 100-milersKicking off 2026 with a Black Canyon winJane’s story is about fitness built in the mountains, confidence built through racing, and learning to be competitive with your teammates.@feisty_media@trail.societyInjinji: use code trailsociety15 to get 15% off at https://www.injinji.com/

Hillary is back from her recent travels, Corrine shares some upcoming race decisions, and then they dive into the topic of the day: Why some athletes are “clutch” on the world’s biggest stages, while others “choke”—and what the rest of us can learn from those moments.Corrine and Hillary explore the science of performance under pressure—from Olympic heartbreak to gold-medal breakthroughs.They break down the neuroscience of choking, why overthinking sabotages performance, and the psychological tools athletes can use to re-set mid-race. They also highlight Olympic champion Alysa Liu’s joy-first approach to sport and what endurance athletes can learn from it.You'll hear:What “choking” actually means in sports psychologyWhy pressure can disrupt automatic skillsThe neuroscience behind overthinking during competitionThe role of embarrassment and identity in athletic performanceWhy “just treat it like another race” rarely worksPractical tools to re-set your brain mid-raceSelf-determination theory: autonomy, competence, and communityWhy joy and intrinsic motivation can unlock peak performanceFrom the pointy end of performance to mid-pack athletes, If you’ve ever panicked under pressure or struggled with self-doubt, you'll understand.This episode is sponsored by:rabbit: If you're looking to treat yourself after the holidays or upgrade your winter running kit, head to www.runinrabbit.com and use code TSMARCH in March for 10% off.ProBio: Use code Trail20 for 20%-off orders (30%-off + free shipping w/ subscriptions) at probionutrition.comInjinji: use code trailsociety15 to get 15% off at https://www.injinji.com/@feisty_media@trail.society

What does it take to become a Paralympian in a sport you just learned?This week, Corrine sits down with Team USA Paralympian Dani Aravich — a Nordic skier and biathlete (that's skiing and shooting) heading into her third Paralympic Games right now. How did she go from DI runner to professional sports executive to discovering the Paralympic movement and jumping headfirst into a brand new sport?Dani learned how to cross-country ski as an adult — and now she's in Milan competing at the Paralympics.But, she says, Paralympic storytelling also needs to move away from inspiration narratives and recognize these athletes as elite athletes. That's partially why she's a co-founder of Culxtured, an athlete-led media collective aiming to elevate Paralympic stories and coverage beyond the Games.Watch the Paralympics and Dani compete on Peacock & NBC in the U.S., CBC in Canada, and see the full list of global broadcasters here.@feisty_media@trail.societyInjinji: use code trailsociety15 to get 15% off at https://www.injinji.com/

Corrine and Keely recap Winter Olympics highlights and the latest Western States Golden Ticket qualifiers before diving into the research on injuries in female athletes.They explore whether women are actually more injury-prone, what role hormones and the menstrual cycle may play, and how factors like training load, strength work, and energy availability influence injury risk and recovery.They cover:Olympic highlights and women’s sport momentumWestern States Golden Ticket updatesAre female athletes more injury-prone?How hormones affect injury riskMenstrual cycle research (what we know and what we don’t)Managing and returning from injuryIt's a practical and science-informed discussion for female athletes navigating injury, training stress, and long-term performance.This episode is brought to you by:rabbit: If you're looking to treat yourself after the holidays or upgrade your winter running kit, head to www.runinrabbit.com and use code TSMARCH in March for 10% off.ProBio: Use code Trail20 for 20%-off orders (30%-off + free shipping w/ subscriptions) at probionutrition.comInjinji: use code trailsociety15 to get 15% off at https://www.injinji.com/@feisty_media@trail.society

What does it mean to say trail running is for everyone — when not everyone feels safe at the start line?In this deeply honest and urgent conversation, Corrine sits down with trail runner and immigration attorney Carolina Rubio-MacWright to talk about what’s happening right now in immigrant communities — and why our sport cannot pretend it’s separate from the political reality of the world we live in.Carolina shares what it's like carrying her residency card on runs, fielding messages from athletes asking whether it’s safe to race, and helping race directors develop emergency plans for potential ICE raids.She speaks candidly about what meaningful action actually looks like — from buddy systems and mutual aid to card-writing campaigns for detained families.This episode is not abstract. It’s about real runners. Real families. Real fear. And real responsibility.As Carolina reminds us, silence benefits the status quo. Action builds community.@feisty_media@trail.society

Keely’s back from her Step 1 Medical Licensing Exam and honeymoon chaos, and we’re diving straight into one of the most important conversations for female athletes right now: stress.Stress from training. Stress from life. Stress from the world. Stress from big exams and big dreams.It's a perfect transition into the brand new 2025 Female Athlete Triad Coalition consensus update and what those changes means for athletes, coaches, and doctors.We break down:What cortisol actually is (and why it’s not always the villain)Energy deficiency vs. REDs vs. the Female Athlete TriadWhy BMI isn’t an accurate measure of athlete healthNew hormonal markers that do matterWhy adolescent runners are especially vulnerableAnd why life stress absolutely counts when it comes to health and performanceAnd then Keely and Corrine address the “Lindsey Vonn controversy,” highlighting the clear double standard in how injured athletes are judged. When men compete through injury, it’s called grit. When women do, it’s labeled reckless or irresponsible.This episode is brought to you by:rabbit: If you're looking to treat yourself after the holidays or upgrade your winter running kit, head to www.runinrabbit.com and use code FEBTRAIL in February for 10% off.ProBio: Use code Trail20 for 20%-off orders (30%-off + free shipping w/ subscriptions) at probionutrition.com@feisty_media@trail.society

After years at the top of the trail and ultra running worlds—Hardrock 100 champion, Nolan’s 14 FKT holder, and consistent podium finisher—Sabrina Stanley's life changed overnight when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2025. What followed were multiple surgeries, chemotherapy, medical menopause, and ongoing immunotherapy.In this conversation with host and friend Corrine Malcolm, Sabrina shares what it's like to navigate cancer while still training as a professional athlete, why ultra running prepared her for treatment, and how redefining success has helped her return to racing at the Arc of Attrition 100—one of the harshest winter ultras in the world.She opens up about:Returning to ultra running after cancerHer OnlyFans sponsorship, and having autonomy over your body and career as a female athleteHow ultra running helped in her cancer journeyWhat it means to race before you feel “ready”Whether you’re an athlete, a cancer survivor, or someone navigating massive life change, let's redefine what success and strength look like.This episode is brought to you by rabbit. If you're looking to treat yourself after the holidays or upgrade your winter running kit, head to www.runinrabbit.com and use code FEBTRAIL in February for 10% off.@feisty_media@trail.society

Training stress isn’t just about mileage, vert, or workouts — it’s about everything else competing for your energy, too.In this episode of Trail Society, Corrine Malcolm and co-host Hillary Allen share both the science and their experiences with mental fatigue, allostatic load, and burnout. From road marathon training and international travel to work stress, technology overload, and emotional strain, they unpack why athletes often feel exhausted even when training volume drops.Training stress doesn’t exist in isolation. If you’ve ever wondered why you feel flat during a taper, overwhelmed by metrics, or stuck in a cycle of doing “more,” this episode gives you permission to zoom out and reset.This episode is brought to you by rabbit. If you're looking to treat yourself after the holidays or upgrade your winter running kit, head to www.runinrabbit.com and use code FEBTRAIL in February for 10% off.Additional support provided by ProBio: Use code Trail20 for 20%-off orders (30%-off + free shipping w/ subscriptions) at probionutrition.com@feisty_media@trail.society