#105 Sally's First Injury in a Decade

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Choose Strong with Sally and Eddie McRae

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🗓️ 8 June 2025

⏱️ 133 minutes

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Summary

For the first time in 10 years, Sally has been injured. Yes, plans have now changed for the upcoming year, but instead of getting discouraged or frustrated, Sally has found a positive way to view the injury. From new projects to new opportunities, she has shifted focus this year and is actually excited - even through injury. We know this episode will be very encouraging to you - even if you aren't injured. Plus there are many other topics and stories that you won't want to miss!

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- The most Guinness book of world records held by 1 man

- Spider vs Bear

- Tips for when you see snakes on the trail

- Tales from the trails

- If you can run a road marathon, you can run a 50 mile trail race

- Sally Says - mileage per week vs overall fitness

- Passion project

- The first injury in 10 years

- The importance of strength training

- Navigating injury with a positive outlook

- A visit to an orphanage for perspective

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