Tough Girl Podcast

Janelle in her own words: "Trail runner born and raised in the front range of Colorado. Started running as a kid with my dad then picked it back up in high school and went to Colorado State University on track and cross country scholarship. Started racing on trails in 2020 and have had a couple wins at broken arrow sky race and the golden trail national series race in the Azores. Signed on with Inov-8 as an ambassador at the beginning of 2022" New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - Make sure you hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out. The Tough Girl Podcast is being sponsored throughout March by Inov-8 supporting the #MarchDailyMile Challenge. Get your exclusive 15% discount code for inov-8.com by signing up HERE Show Notes Who is Janelle Being nomadic and moving between places Growing up in Colorado Playing a lot of soccer growing up Getting into running with her dad Running well in track and getting a scholarship to a local college Becoming an An All American in the steeplechase Finding trail running Being a smoker in high school Feeling like a natural runner Feeling her best while running Her dreams as a little girl and wanting to be a professional soccer player Her love of running and what's going through her head Working through issues while running Mantra and the power of simple words Strength, freedom, fast Positive Self Talk What is an All American… Making the transition from the track to running trails Falling in love with trails running Being competitive and her relationship with competition Focusing on the experience of running Leaving college and not having a plan Money as a motivator Living a very frugal lifestyle Magical moments while out running Challenges while out running on the mountains Hitting mile 23 and struggling and needing to walk the final few miles Being inspired by other runners Training for races and what a typical week looks like Wanting to be more focused with training Loving running all distances from 1 mile to marathons Running goals for 2022 Tips and advice for running uphill Advice for running downhill Loving toe-yoga The Broken Arrow Race Rest and recovery after a race Advice for new runners Running in a place that inspires you! Advice for runners who have lost their mojo Why the hardest part is just getting out there and going Connect with Janelle Instagram vibes Quick Fire Questions Final words of advice Social Media Instagram: @janellelincks The Tough Girl Podcast is being sponsored by Inov-8 Get your exclusive 15% discount code for inov-8.com by signing up HERE Get involved with the #MarchDailyMile Challenge. Website: www.inov-8.com Instagram: @inov_8

Mariam Kilpatrick is a Women's Health Physiotherapist and ultra-runner based in Glasgow, Scotland. She is an outdoor enthusiast and can usually be found up a hill in the Highlands of Scotland or travelling and exploring new places with her young family in their camper van. It may come as a surprise to a lot of people, but Mariam only took up trail running after the birth of her daughter in 2017 when her husband decided to surprise her by entering her into an "ultra" six months after giving birth. As it happened, it turned out it was as part of a team relay with 3 other people and she was assigned to run 10 miles out of the total 50-mile race. Nevertheless, Mariam stepped up to the challenge and worked hard to achieve her postpartum goal of running 10 hilly miles in the Ochils - her first experience running on the trails in Scotland. Since then, she has been bitten by the bug and to date has run several trail marathons, mountain and sky-running races and ultramarathons with her most recent achievement in 2021, running the full West Highland Way, Scotland's most famous long distance trail which is 96 miles (155km) long. Her goal was to run it in under-24 hours. As a women's health physiotherapist and a mother herself, Mariam's biggest passion is helping new mums through their postpartum journey. She hopes that her own personal experience will inspire and empower other women to achieve their goals - whether it's returning to their sport such as running, or simply just feeling back to themselves again after giving birth. New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday & Thursday at 7am UK time - Hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out. The Tough Girl Podcast is being sponsored throughout March by Inov-8 supporting the #MarchDailyMile Challenge. Get your exclusive 15% discount code for inov-8.com by signing up HERE Show notes Who is Mariam Being based in Scotland Her love of the outdoors and exploring Scotland Wanting to help other women return to running and sport after having a baby Her early years and where her accent comes from Growing up in New Zealand and moving to Australia Taking up trail running after having her daughter in 2017 Being entered into a 50 mile trail ultra marathon 6 months after giving birth… Meeting her husband and moving to Scotland Her pregnancy and birth story Working what a PT and doing gym classes Getting back to fitness after giving birth Putting on 3 stone during pregnancy Getting into running after pregnancy Using the walk run strategy and trying to build up time on feet Training for the final 10 miles of an ultra Not feeling ready for the race Being coached by Jonny @jonnykilpatrick Starting to identify as a runner Juggling training and childcare How the running goals evolved over time Thinking about running the West Highland Way (95 miles) in a day Wanting to see what else she could do Entering the WHW ballot Following a training plan Figuring out how to fit in running around her life and work Not being able to race the WHW due to covid and restrictions Going ahead with the challenge Making the challenge work for her and her family Doing the technical section in the pitch black Coming off caffeine before the WHW Having stomach issues 80s power ballads Counting and keeping the legs moving Getting the nutrition in Feeling emotional and crying it all out The final push - wanting to run the distance in 24 hrs Wanting to get it done The final 14 miles 4 miles downhill and giving everything she had left The finish of the run 23 hrs and 57 mins The picture from the finish line - https://www.instagram.com/p/CQWWl92rHXO/ Connect with Mariam Final words of advice for runner and new mothers Social Media Instagram: @mariam_kilpatrick *************************** The Tough Girl Podcast is being sponsored by Inov-8 throughout March. Get your exclusive 15% discount code for inov-8.com by signing up HERE Website: www.inov-8.com Instagram: @inov_8

Sophie in her own words: "I am a solicitor and mum of one, currently pregnant with my second. I'm a runner, outdoor swimmer, paddle boarder and host of the What Next Mum Podcast. I have been running for 12 years and have run plenty of half and full marathons. When I had my son I had a real fear that I would lose my identity as a runner but that hasn't been the case. Since having him I cycled the 100 mile ride London 4 months post birth and ran a one day 100km/62 mile race. Since then I have continued to do my own self made running adventures, including running the Jurassic Coast over 3 days, the West Mendip Way and running along the Wye Valley. I started the What Next Mum Podcasts, so I could talk to like minded women and share their stories to inspire other mums to ditch the mum guilt and get out there. I am also a keen outdoor swimmer, this is my fifth winter. I'm a rubbish swimmer but love being in the water and will be swimming to the Isle of Wight in September." New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - Make sure you hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out. The Tough Girl Podcast is being sponsored throughout March by Inov-8. Get your exclusive 15% discount code for inov-8.com by signing up HERE Get involved with the #MarchDailyMile Challenge. Run 1 mile everyday in March. Show Notes Who is Sophie Being pregnant with her 2nd child Being an outdoor enthusiast Getting pregnant at 40 Feeling a little bit anxious Growing up in a large family Liking running at school Turning 16 and dropping all sports Moving to Japan for 3 years Starting work as a solicitor and taking up running again Her running journey Being encouraged to get into running Identifying as a runner only recently Getting into trail running Stopping and starting with running Life in her 20s Needing time for herself after her first child was born Training for a 100k/62 mile race in a day Being told she didn't need to finish the race The challenges of running 100k in a day Trying to enjoy the day as much as possible Giving birth… Getting back into running Using the bike for cross training Starting the What Next Mum Podcast Wanting to connect with other mum runners Finding time during lockdown Why it's ok for mums to put themselves first Mum guilt Having a good support network The power of support from other women Running with her brother Bob Nutrition and eating while ultra running Trying to stay away from sugar Carrying gear in a 25L bag Structuring the day Magical moments on trips and type 2 fun! Getting in to FKTs (Fastest Knowns Times) Being less interested in racing Wanting to run the Isle of White Coast Path Working with a coach and using a 16 week training plan Getting some new ideas for training Cold water swimming while pregnant Running while pregnant and supporting the bump How to connect with Sophie Final words of advice Social Media Website: www.whatnextmum.com Instagram: @Ruffles_onthemove Facebook: What Next Mum Podcast The Tough Girl Podcast is being sponsored by Inov-8 Get your exclusive 15% discount code for inov-8.com by signing up HERE Get involved with the #MarchDailyMile Challenge. Website: www.inov-8.com Instagram: @inov_8

Amy Bushatz is an Alaska-based journalist and host of the podcast Humans Outside. Since September 1, 2017, she's spent at least 20 minutes outside every day as part of an experiment to see how building and keeping a daily nature habit can change her life. What she found was benefits including making her happier, healthier and more creative while improving her relationships, making new friends and more. Since starting her outdoor journey Amy has also become an ultra runner, skier, backpacker, camping enthusiast and tried ice climbing, glacier trekking, snowshoe running, ATVing, cliff jumping, forest bathing, rock climbing, high-ropes courses and more. Amy and her family live in Palmer, Alaska with their two dogs. *Content Warning - there is mention of disordered eating during this episode, we don't go into specific details. New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday at 7am UK time - Hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out. The Tough Girl Podcast is being sponsored throughout March by Inov-8. Get your exclusive 15% discount code for inov-8.com by signing up HERE Get involved with the #MarchDailyMile Challenge. Run 1 mile everyday in March. Show notes Who is Amy Her early years and not being outdoorsy Being married with kids Getting into running and fitness The benefits of spending time outdoors Working as a journalist for 20 years Deciding to move to Alaska without ever having been there The weather in Alaska and dealing with the cold Needing a goal and setting herself a new challenge Deciding to spend 20 mins outside every day for 1 year Creating the rules How it's changed her life Spending time with her family and how it's improved relationships Her running journey Connecting with the ultra running community Overtraining and dealing with injury Going straight for the Resurrection Pass 100 Miler Dealing with the cold and the elevation gain and loss over the race What she would do differently The mental side of the race Not putting on the layers Hoarding food and clothing and not being able to accept help Feeling emotional on the trail - walking and crying Having a scarcity mindset - even though it's not reality Not joking about food Getting to 70 miles and mentally processing not reaching the 100 miles Knowing that she can do hard things Not wanting to train for another 100 miler Wanting to do the 50 miler Recovery from the 70 miles #HumansOutside365 Final words of advice Social Media Personal Website: amybushatz.com Instagram: @amybushatz Twitter: @amybushatz Humans Outside Podcast #HumansOutside365 Podcast Website: https://humansoutside.com/ Instagram: @humansoutside Twitter: @HumansOutside Facebook: @HumansOutside Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/Humansoutsideblog The Tough Girl Podcast is being sponsored by Inov-8 Get your exclusive 15% discount code for inov-8.com by signing up HERE Get involved with the #MarchDailyMile Challenge. Website: www.inov-8.com Instagram: @inov_8

Kelly in her own words: "I'm passionate about the outdoors, it's a love started from childhood adventure, grew into teenage curiosity, and now is a form of adult stress relief. Fitness for leisure, health, and well-being is more important to me than the competition or the ability to perform well at any one thing. To be, on the go is something I do for me. My former self trying to be better for my future self. Me vs Me. I swim in the pool, lakes, and sea, I cycle with TWR, hike with Black Girls Hike and have only started running with Black Trail runners this year. I try for fun and I try to give my best at each event. I am a beacon of light to get more people into multi-sport events because of representation in the recreational sports and fitness sector. At school I loved geography, physics, and mathematics. I started working in construction at 14, now having 10 years experience I left my last job as an assistant site manager. I have matured into an enthusiast for the built environment. An inquisitive mind towards, towards all things related to sustainable development. My undergraduate degree is in Project Management for Construction, my masters in Flood Risk Assessment, Modelling and Engineering and I have full intention to do my PhD in Flood Risk Development and Sustainability." New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - Hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out. The Tough Girl Podcast is sponsorship and ad free thanks to the monthly financial support of patrons. Support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast and subscribe - super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. Show notes Who is Kelly Smith Being based in Brighton, UK Why adventuring in the outdoors is her passion Moving slowly Not sleeping well at the moment Weighted blanket Growing up in London and her early years Moving to Brighton at 17 years old Getting into the outdoors The shift from childhood to adulthood Being a weird kid Her 16th birthday and walking in the rainforest The last day of her A'levels Missing the boldness of her youth Finding the South Downs and falling in love with the outdoors Being a planner Getting into sports and fitness Joining the cycling community and being encouraged to do a triathlon Trying a tri Why it's about how she feels Remembering back to her first triathlon Being impacted by covid How getting outdoors helped with her mental health Working with Swim England as an Ambassador Going after her Summer Mountain Leader Qualification The challenge of getting the training days The costs of travelling around the UK Navigation skills and learning The Kelly Smith Project - 3 Peaks - 3 Isles Working in the construction industry for 10 years Doing her Masters Filming her documentary and the plan Taking 3 weeks to film the project Being ambitious! Doing B roll in February and filming in April Connect with Kelly Top tips and advice to encourage you to get outside Social Media Website: kellysmithonthego.com Instagram: @kellysmith.onthego

Quinn in her own words: "I live in Estes Park Colorado. For five years, I worked as a climbing ranger, doing technical Search and Rescue, in Rocky Mountain National Park. To compliment the rescue and medical component of this job, I taught Wilderness Medical Courses. Rest days…. what are those? Climbing, mountain running, triathlons, mountain biking, summit handstand and mini golf—- were just a few sports I was into. I cherished pushing my body and my mind, finding comfort in the uncomfortable. I have a few climbing first ascents, speed records and some mountain running records all over the western US and even across the globe In October 2017, I fell over 100 feet while climbing on El Capitan in Yosemite National Park and sustained a spinal cord injury. I am currently paralyzed from the waist down. Movement and advocacy for public lands was a big part of life and vocation. That hasn't changed, I still need to be active, adventure and break barriers. This past summer, 2021, I become the first person to hand-cycle the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route from the Canadian Border to the Mexico border in 25 days. My advocacy in public lands continues, as well as, advocacy for spinal cord research—- to improve mine and others quality of life." New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday at 7am UK time - Hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out. The Tough Girl Podcast is sponsorship and ad free thanks to the monthly financial support of patrons. Support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast and subscribe - super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. Show notes Who is Quinn What she does Her love for playing outside Her early years Working for the National Park Service Her journey into rock climbing Getting her dream job Being encouraged to do more with her life Taking her EMT course and how all her skills combined together Becoming a Technical Rescue Ranger and what it's like being in the field Dealing with a T11 Spinal Cord Injury 10/2017 Slipping and falling 100ft Being paralysed from the waist down Being rescues and transferred to the hospital The transition to a new type of life and way of living The challenges of getting back into the outdoor Wanting to get back into swimming after 3 months Getting an off-road hand cycle Completing the Tour Divide in 2021 How getting e-assist helped with access Being able to keep up with friends Figuring out the technical side of the challenge Taking on the White Rim in Utah a 100 mile challenge Learning about the underlying issues and figuring out the solutions Why preparation is key Leaning how to calm the brain Doing the Tour Divide as an independent time trail Being the first hand cyclist to the the Tour Divide Learning to calm the brain Why sweating the small stuff is important The magical moments from the Tour Divide Trail Angels Quick Fire Questions - food, music, podcasts, mantra & mottos "This wheelchair does not define me" Access to the outdoors… Keeping fit and active and what that looks like Raising money for the Kelly Brush Foundation 2 Exciting trips planned for the future Climbing Kilimanjaro and going to Bosnia How to connect with Quinn Final words of advice for other women who are going through a tough time in their life The power of community and the power of asking for help Social Media Website: www.quinnbrett.com Instagram: @quinndalina

Preet recently became the first woman of colour to complete a solo expedition in Antarctica. She completed the 700 miles in 40 days pulling all of her kit and equipment and tackling temperatures of -50° with wind chill. When she reached the South Pole she said on her audio blog: "This expedition was always about so much more than me. I want to encourage people to push their boundaries and to believe in themselves, and I want you to be able to do it without being labelled a rebel. I have been told no on many occasions and told to "just do the normal thing", but we create our own normal. You are capable of anything you want. No-matter where you are from or where your start line is, everybody starts somewhere. I don't want to just break the glass ceiling, I want to smash it into a million pieces. Who's with me?" New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - Hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out. The Tough Girl Podcast is sponsorship and ad free thanks to the monthly financial support of patrons. Support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast and subscribe - super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. Show notes Who is Preet Deciding to go to Antarctica Why she wants to inspire people to push their boundaries Starting with google Getting to the start line The challenges of Covid and funding Being the first woman of colour to complete a solo expedition 700 miles in 40 days Getting back to the gym and needing time to recover Going back to November 2021 Flying to Chile first and spending 2 weeks there Sorting out all the food and gear Getting the flight out to Antarctica Being dropped off on the ice and being alone Taking it one day at a time Fears and concerns before the start Feeling excited… Picking up the wrong backpack Being on her own on the ice The joy and excitement of the challenge What a typical day was like The mental side of the challenge Tips and tricks to get through the day Being a head of schedule Slowing down towards the end and not sleeping Not stopping for 40/50hrs Arriving into the South Pole and feeling good! Why it's ok to do things that are different Why it's good to question things Being called disrespectful Feeling more and more comfortable in herself Voicing her opinions Why change is not a bad thing Making new traditions with her family Celebrations and Coke Zero Having her first shower Heading back to the South Pole Phase 2 of the plan Sponsorship for the future challenges? Setting up an adventure grant for women Connect with Preet and be kept upto date with her future adventures and challenges Final words of advice Why you can achieve anything Social Media Website: www.polarpreet.com Instagram: @polarpreet Facebook: @polarpreet We first spoke with Preet in July 8th 2021- you can listen to Preet here - https://www.toughgirlchallenges.com/single-post/chandi

Gail Muller is an adventurer, writer and educator. She was told at 14 she'd need to use a wheelchair by the age of 40, but at 41 embarked on one of the world's toughest treks over 6 months in the USA – The Appalachian Trail. For fifteen years she struggled with muscular-skeletal issues, chronic pain and the mental health issues that arise from them, but she never gave up hope of healing and resolution. Her debut memoir 'Unlost' is an inspiring, uplifting and moving account of one woman's incredible journey into the unknown. A love letter to the healing power of the wild outdoors and an incredible testament to the strength of the human spirit, Gail's story is for anyone who has ever felt stuck in a rut, lost or scared. She has recently returned from the Continental Divide Trail - a massive hike across the United States where she battled with unmarked trails, grizzly bears, wildfires, weeks at altitude and raging snowmelt-filled river fords. Gail will recount how through all of her journeys, she found has grit, determination, and hope in the darkest of times. Unlost: A journey of self-discovery and the healing power of the wild outdoors by Gail Muller, published by Thread, was released on the 7th September 2021. *Content Warning - Mention of sexual assault and thoughts of suicide. New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - Hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out. The Tough Girl Podcast is sponsorship and ad free thanks to the monthly financial support of patrons. Support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast and subscribe - super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. Show notes Who is Gail Muller Being a teacher and an educator Talking to us about her adventures and what she's overcome Growing up in Cornwall and what it means to be Cornish Her teenage years Being told she would end up in a wheelchair in her 40s Working on super yachts and in the film industry Dealing with back pain which became chronic Learning to treat herself with kindness Finding a solution while in Italy Feeling suicidal and wanting to end it all Don't give up hope and why a solution is just around the corner Wanting to use her body to do something magnificent Losing a loved one Starting to save to go up on a big adventure Learning outdoor skills Fears and concerns before heading of to hike the Appalachian Trail Dealing with sexual assault and panic attacks Heading south bound on the AT- starting with Mt. Khatardin and the 100 mile wilderness Enjoyment, love and magical moments Trail magic and trail angels Making new friends and connecting with a trail family Snacks… Deciding to go south bound Wanting to be more alone on the trail Walking on the CTD in summer 2021 Not wanting to road walk in smoke The plan for 2021 and how it changed Full time adventuring…. Writing her first book - Unlost Hiking with 2 broken bones in her foot Making a plan for 2022 South West Coast Path, UK Being diagnosed with ADHD recently Becoming best friends with her body How to connect with Gail Meet Bill Words of advice to inspire you Why you should never quit on a bad day Social Media Website: https://gailmuller.com Instagram: @thegailmuller Facebook: @thegailmuller FB Group @Unlostoutdoors

Jessica's 'adventure activism' is, by her own admission, a bit of an accident as she hates exercise and considers herself to be the most unlikely athlete. However, over the last decade she has been taking on some of the world's most iconic physical and mental endurance challenges to turn the sadness she's been through into something positive and at the same time raise awareness of what it means to struggle to conceive and to encourage new ways of thinking about family. She has run the London Marathon; swum the English Channel; and is still on her journey to climb Mount Everest and complete the iconic 'Pond to Peak' Challenge. She is a member of the British Mountaineering Council; The Ramblers; The Long Distance Walkers Association; and the Serpentine, Hampstead Ponds and Dover Open Water Swimming Clubs; and has used her sporting challenges to raise thousands of pounds for charity including Fertility Network UK. We first spoke to Jessica in Oct 2018 - you can listen to that episode here: https://www.toughgirlchallenges.com/single-post/jessica-hepburn New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - Hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out. The Tough Girl Podcast is sponsorship and ad free thanks to the monthly financial support of patrons. Support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast and subscribe - super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. Show notes Who is Jessica How she would describe herself and what she does Dealing with a decade long struggle on trying to conceive Wanting to do something different with her life Completing her childhood dream of swimming the English Channel Being an adventure activist Wanting to be the first women to complete the "Pond to Peak" Challenge What Jessica was up to in 2019 Making a change in her career and setting up her own arts' festival Her dream of heading to Everest in 2020 Climbing Mt. Elbrus and having a tough time Swimming to get fit for climbing mountains Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro in 2015/2016 Why the Everest journey has been so hard Being an unlikely mountaineer and athlete When things don't go according to plan Having to learn from failure Does swim training translate to walking in the mountains? The benefits of cold water and why she does it regularly Not being fast enough on the mountains Needing to get into strength training and build muscle Heading to the peak district and the Lake District Training with the Elite Ramblers in the UK Dealing with the first lockdown in 2020 Being able to stop, slow down and relax Finding the blessings How lockdown impacted on motivation for training and keeping fit The different types of adventures Why adventure has become such an important part of her life Getting the confirmation that Everest was going to go ahead in 2021 Getting to base camp and feeling prepared How everyone has an opinion on Everest Why her expedition was a non summit Dealing with cyclones at camp 2 Cyclones, Chest Infections and Covid Making a rookie mistake Why you need a buff!!! Making the decision to turn back… Acceptance and coming to peace Why climbing mountains have become so meaningful Making it a battle - a battle with nature Wanting to go back in the future Turning 50 at the end of 2020 How to follow along with Jessica and her future adventures Final words of advice to motivate and inspire more women to take their next steps into the world of adventure Social Media Website: www.jessicahepburn.com Instagram: @jessica_hepburn_ Facebook: @jessicahepburnauthor Twitter: @JessicaPursuit

Namratha believes one should find ways to be more grounded and closer to nature. She has found that for herself through meditation and trekking. Namratha would love to do her part in encouraging people to pursue a healthy lifestyle. She always thinks that one should be mentally and physically fit to be able to do what one wants irrespective of the age. Listen to Namratha as she shares more about her childhood, how she got into trekking and why she decided on this challenges, she talks us through her planning and preparation, how she dealt with the tough days and where her mental resilience comes from. New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - Hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out. The Tough Girl Podcast is sponsorship and ad free thanks to the monthly financial support of patrons. Support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast and subscribe - super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. Show notes Who is Nam? What her family was like Growing up in a small town Working as a HR professional Being introduced to trekking by her husband in 2013 Role models while growing up Longing to get back into the mountains Being inspired to be fit Getting into trekking and her first experiences Being encouraged to go trekking The 50 Alpine Lakes Challenge Dealing with early onset arthritis Working o strengthening the muscles in her knee Trekking with a guide who knows the routes Dealing with the altitude Doing the challenge while having a full time job Dealing with challenges like snowfall and lightening while out trekking Listening to her body and making the right decision at the time Having a favourite lake Learning to travel solo and building up confidence Learning to become more comfortable with herself Advice for women who want to travel solo The need to prepare and to do your homework Female guides on the mountains The challenges on her body and how it adapted Go to food on the mountain Wanting to get more people fit and healthy Wanting to create a webpage Final words of advice to inspire you. Social Media Instagram: @namrathaurs Facebook: @namratha.nandish