Run Thrive Survive | Mental Health

Ciara Carter

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YOUR HEALTHIEST OUTLET to RUN YOUR LIFE.

A podcast dedicated to empowering women who are grappling with burnout. Whether you're struggling to find the energy to exercise, seeking to regain control of your life, or simply looking for a supportive community, this is the place for you.

Our journey together is about more than just workouts and healthy eating; it's a holistic approach to rejuvenating both your mind and body. Each episode is crafted with the understanding that true wellness is a delicate balance of mental clarity, physical strength, and emotional resilience.

Hosted by Ciara Carter, a certified fitness coach and mental health advocate, "Run Thrive Survive" brings you expert insights, relatable stories, and practical advice. We dive into topics like mindful movement, nourishing your body without diet culture, managing stress, and cultivating a positive mindset. Our goal is not just to help you recover from burnout, but to equip you with the tools and knowledge to sustain a balanced, fulfilling life.

Join our community of amazing women who are ready to step out of the shadows of burnout. Let's laugh, learn, and grow stronger together. New episodes drop every Tuesday, perfect for your morning commute, lunch break, or evening wind-down. 

Subscribe now to "Run Thrive Survive" and take the first step towards reclaiming your energy, your health, and your life.

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269 episodes

Should you Buy a Nurecover Steam Sauna?

I bought a Nurecover Steam Suana two weeks ago and I want to share my experience with you! Youll have to listen to the podcast for details....but I LOVE it and I am going to go over all of the ways that it is going to improve your life professionally and as an athlete! Want to buy a steam sauna after listening? Use CIARA06225  Check-out for a discount and show your apprecaite towards the podcast! 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

12m
Mar 29
When is Too Much, TOO much?

You may feel invincible, but we have someting in common, we both are not invincible. No one ever talks about the small telling signs that you may be blowing through and not noticing burnout could be on the horizon. Throw out the textbook definitions because this show is all about life experience and sharing what we learn together and how to grow daily! Be a better athlete mentally and physically <3  🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

11m
Mar 26
Stride Toward Transformation: Running's Role in Life Shifts

Dealing with change can be hard. If you dont like change, that makes it even harder. When it comes to our mental health, sometimes we need a constant in life and thats what we can make our fitness routines and running routines into, our constant habit that helps us deal with change.  🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

15m
Feb 16
Why are Habits so Hard to Make?

WHY. Because if they were easy the world would be a better place. Thank you for 4 years of podcasting! This year we are focusing on getting stronger, mentally and physcially. I cant wait to embark on this journey with you each week! 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

14m
Feb 09
Slow Down, You're Going to Burn Out

We love a good reset with a new year BUT are we running out of the start line too fast? Why is it that we burn out when we try to put our all into a goal right away?  How does familiarity play a role when chaos occurs? Those answers here in the podcast!  🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

14m
Jan 18
Q & A

🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

13m
Oct 13, 2023
What to do when you hit that negative nancy thought wall

🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

8m
Oct 10, 2023
How does Anxiety Show up for a Runner?

🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

13m
Oct 03, 2023
A Good Race that Went So Wrong

Imagine flying down a mountain and feeling great, coming up on mile 21 and slamming so hard into a wall you dont even know what day it is. Welcome to the Big Cottonwood Canyon Marathon https://www.runrevel.com/bcmput on by Revel Race Series! I explain it all, how it happened, how I trained, and what hard lessons I learned as I went from finishing at 3:17 to 3:43. Heartbreaker hill! 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

16m
Sep 29, 2023
How to Build Yourself a Race Routine

🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

10m
Sep 26, 2023
Less Miles. More Success || with Carlos

Hey Guys! I brought on an awesome guest, Carlos. He is a running coach, and whether you are in the middle of training, training currently, or getting ready to train for a marathon you are going to want to listen to the tips me includes to help you perform your best! Espeically how he PRd that might help you achieve something that we are all thinking about constantly...that Boston Qualifier! Check him out on insta at: 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

38m
Sep 22, 2023
Runner Survives Injury || with Letty

🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

28m
Sep 15, 2023
Inside the Mind of an Iron-Woman || with Carolyn Carter

Hey Guys!! So excited to talk to Carolyn and dive inside the mind of a Tri-athlete! Caryoln is incredible....she not only does Iron Mans, but she is bad ass at them, so I picked apart her mind on her training and mindset to get through the race. If you wanted new ways to view your training and races...shes got you covered! Find her at: @la_triathlete  🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

35m
Sep 08, 2023
Optimal Nutrition Strategies for Peak Endurance Performance || with Mason

Hey guys! You know HOW BAD I am when it comes to nutrition, thats why I brought Mason back onto the podcast to really give us a run down into the ins and outs and even some myth busting from those "Go to" beliefs that we have when it comes to nutrition. Every endurance athlete is going to learn something...especially when we start talking supplements. I went out and got Creatine right away! Check him out: @buffrunner Website: https://mybsupps.com/collections/pre-workout?dt_id=364635 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

46m
Sep 01, 2023
Does Burnout in Life Effect Your Training?

🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

8m
Jul 25, 2023
Running in Rhythm: How One Runner Organized Life's Chaos Step by Step with Amanda

We are back! Sorry it took so long to get another guest podcast out to you, usually summer is a time to catchup and relax...until you are about to launch a business. More on that coming soon, but today we have Amanda on the podcast! She is also a business owner who just launched her business and equates a lot of lessons she learns in life from running! We dive into her mind how she stays organized and sane with training while balancing her career. Such a great convseration with such a beautiful soul! Enjoy and Run Your Life <3 Follow her at: @amondzontherun https://www.instagram.com/# 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

33m
Jul 21, 2023
Here's How I'm Training for a 5,400ft Drop in a Marathon

Last year, the Big Cottonwood Canyon race KILLED my soul. I had just moved from Florida expecting to BQ in a race with a 5400ft elevation drop starting at 9000ft elevation. Since when did I even know what a hill was in Florida? A year later I want to redeem myself and Im sharing how I upgraded my plan and how things are going. Lets just say, its all down hill from here! Reach out with contact information below if youd like my plan! Its not finalized but you can have the rough draft, Ill send it to you! 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

12m
Jul 19, 2023
Miles Through Motherhood || with Morgan Boland

I am so excited for you this week! Morgan joins us on the podcast to give her journey of begining running and begining motherhood! So much going on at one time.  Instead of waiting until her life was a little more stable, kids are older, or whatever else could have been used as an excuse, she began to train for her first half marathon just before her new born was one year old. Then comes two more, plus all the extra benefits she discovered as she ran through pregnancy.  Check her out on instagram: @milesthroughmotherhood! 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

38m
Jun 23, 2023
#nevermissaMonday Going from "Type-A" to "It's Okay" mentality

I saw an instagram post that its okay to miss your training days. I agree on this front, if oyu are injured or sick I truly beleive its okay to pull back on your training BUT where do we draw the line to it becomes and excuse and you can? When do we start to slip into the "its okay" mindset that becomes detrimental to our training? How to we get out of it! Listen to this quick tip edition to lessons I have learned over the past two years.  Going from Type-A to Its Okay 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

12m
Jun 21, 2023
Mind Over Miles: The Mental Road to the Boston Marathon || with Ryan Korn

In this episode, we embark on a journey through the mental challenges and triumphs of training for and running the prestigious Boston Marathon with Ryan Korn. From overcoming self-doubt and managing race-day nerves to developing effective mental strategies and harnessing the power of visualization, we delve into the psychological aspects of marathon preparation.  Whether youre a seasoned marathoner, aspiring Boston qualifier, or simply interested in the mental aspects of endurance sports, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration to help you conquer your own mental roadblocks and achieve your running goals. So, tune in and discover how to harness the strength of your mind to triumph on the mental road to the Boston Marathon. 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

37m
Jun 16, 2023
From Service to Stride: Running for Mental Health in Retirement || with Rick James

🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

33m
Jun 09, 2023
From Overweight to Overcoming: A Journey of Transformation and Entrepreneurship in the Supplement Industry || with Mason Wright

Hey guys! Welcome on Mason ( a Salt Lake City Native) that brings his inspriation to us all! I loved having him on becuase we dove into the behind the scenes of an injured runners mental health. Although he has healed, since hurting his achilies, he was able to make a dramatic comeback. Not to mention, this was after he was able to lose a tremendous amount of weight with one decision he made one day by just taking the first step to being a runner. Something we can all relate to, its never easy when you first start, but then it become and addicition. Check out his supplement line! Supplements: https://mybsupps.com/products/buffrunner?selling_plan=566296655 Instagram: @buffrunner 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

34m
Jun 02, 2023
Unplugged: Recharging Your Mind and Soul with a Mental Detox

Hey guys! I wanted this podcast to be focused on taking a mental detox from social media. I have had so many conversations this week that focused around the overwhelm that a lot of people feel on their fitness journey on social media. They see people making more progress they feel like failures, its an overwhelm. So lets open the conversation on how this could be hurting our mental health and what we should do about it! 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

9m
May 30, 2023
Running the Extra Mile: Balancing Life's Pace with Purpose || Chris McVey

Chris McVey is back on the podcast with motivation to tell you, even when life gets crazy you HAVE to keep going! This is how he balances his mental health and his running without getting injured (even if he is overcoming an injury).  The biggest takeaway is going to come from how you take in the information, do you feel like you can relate with how crazy your life has been? Or have you been making excuses from life that are affecting your running? Lets open up the conversation here to make your life the best it can be! Find Chris McVery on Instagram @cmcvey_19 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

39m
May 26, 2023
Running: You don't know what you have until it's gone.

Hey Guys! This week I had some pretty incredible revelations on running and the impact it has on my mental health. Sometimes it is great to hear it from another source! I was sick all week, but that doesnt mean I wasnt active and didnt workout, sometimes not working out is prepping you for some great training ahead! 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

6m
May 18, 2023
I tried the Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber, this is what I think

Hey guys! I want to tell you my experience with the hyperbaric oxygen chamber at the Be Healthy Utah Conference!  Before I give you the run down, I want you to know the benefits of the chamber for athletes,  these chambers expose athletes to increased atmospheric pressure and oxygen levels, which can promote tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and boost the immune system. Now, what do I think? 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

13m
May 09, 2023
How to Adapt To Change When You Don't Want To

Well review practical ways to adapt to change through the lessons Ive learned. Well discuss the importance of embracing change, being open to new perspectives, and maintaining a growth mindset. Im going to drop my best and favorite tips on how to cope with unexpected changes, because BOY do I know how hard it might be for you!  Remember, you guys are never alone. Sometimes it takes time, and if youre like me youre inpatient and dont like change. We are in this together! 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

9m
May 02, 2023
ALERT! Friday Q&A

Hey guys! So this week we do not have a guest on for a therapy session, but I am asking the most common questions that have come into the inbox! Those are: 1) How do I start running? 2) Should I stretch before and after a run? 3)  How should I fuel during a race? I have tried so many things as a runner and love trying to help you make the best choices for yourself. I will NEVER tell you what you should do, I am such an advocate for trying different things on your own and see how it works for you, but here are my general explanations to these questions! 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

14m
Apr 28, 2023
Your Not-So-Average Recovery Tips

Well be exploring real and practical recovery tips for runners that focus on managing both time and money, without relying solely on the latest research. Well highlight the importance of prioritizing both physical and mental rest, and how it can positively impact your overall health as a runner. So throw out the what you HAVE TO DO and lets focus on what you can do and how we can make that into a habit for your overall wellness and performance in running! 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

7m
Apr 25, 2023
Running a Marathon is Like Running a Business || with D!

Hey guys!! Today, D discusses the parallels she sees between running a marathon and running her business. According to D, both require a strong sense of discipline, focus, and persistence to reach the finish line. She explained that just like in a marathon, where you have to pace yourself and stay motivated until the end, running a successful business demands the same level of endurance and determination. Listen to find out more! Follow her on @dinorahivazquez 🌿Run Your Life With Me: Instagram: @runthrivesurvive 🌿For Business Inquiries ONLY: ciara@runthrivesurvive.com 🌿Take your success one step further with coaching! https://calendly.com/evoactiveco/discovery_call 🌿 Get Un-Stuck in Life with a Plan! https://qq9zkljv1wi.typeform.com/to/ZAem1TiW

42m
Apr 23, 2023