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Discover Hildee Weiss's inspiring story of late-life fitness, self-belief, and overcoming self-doubt to become an active runner and author. In this episode, Hildee shares her candid journey from a sedentary lifestyle to embracing health, all while balancing a large family and personal challenges.
Main Topics Covered:
Hildee Weiss's motivation to write her memoir about her fitness transformation
How self-belief and confidence evolve through the physical activity journey
The challenges of starting fitness in midlife, especially after pregnancy and raising five kids
Overcoming setbacks, including surgery and re-engaging with running and cross-training
The importance of mindset shifts: from "I have to" to "I get to" in fitness routines
Strategies for cultivating self-confidence and resilience as a parent and individual
The role of community, coaching, and persistence in achieving fitness goals
Future plans for trail running, races, and personal redemption
Embracing My Inner Athlete - Hildee Weiss’s memoir, out June 9th
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"#741 - Hildee Weiss - Embracing My Inner Athlete: A Mom's Journey from Couch Potato to Runner at 46" is an episode of The Rambling Runner Podcast. Runtime 38 min. Published June 1, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.