In this episode we interview Alex (Alexandra) Weissner, an athlete, coach, and community builder. She is the CPO at Brunch Running, a social running community that inspires sweat, meals together and making the world a better place. Since 2013, their commitment has been to create a space where everyone is welcome to sweat and eat together, while supporting local communities. In addition, Alex hosts a podcast, Behind the Sweat, a wellness podcast that answers the questions we all are thinking about when it comes to our minds and bodies. Expect light-hearted and serious discussions about physical fitness, nutrition, mental health and hopefully, insightful takeaways. Questions we ask Alex include: Alex's journey into running How Alex has established inclusive communities through running, including Brunch Running and her own podcast Alex's favorite routes and go-to trails in Denver / CO The role of strength training, cross training, and other recovery methods Alex uses most How Alex began coaching, including the most rewarding part of her coaching journey so far Looking back, what advice would you give to your younger self? What does being a Strong Runner Chick mean to you? Connect with Alex and Brunch Running: Alex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexweissner/ Alex's podcast: https://www.behindthesweat.com/ Brunch Running on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brunchrunning/ Brunch Running's website: https://www.brunchrunning.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strong-runner-chicks/support