14: Sobriety, Strength, and Joy with @helenhansonsmith

Real Running Conversations

Some runs change your pace. Others change your life. Helen Hanson joins us to share how a 15‑minute first mile became the start of an eleven‑year journey through recovery, resilience, and community—culminating in a grit‑filled New York City Marathon that doubled as a release valve for a hard year. We go deep on the moments that shaped her. Helen breaks down how small, repeatable wins built trust in herself. She’s candid about navigating family loss and setting boundaries, and she shares how running for a recovery‑focused charity gave her purpose when chasing a PR wasn’t the point.
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1. Sponsor Message And Launch Details (00:00:00)

2. Show Mission: Real Running Conversations (00:01:02)

3. Meet Helen “HH” Hansen (00:02:03)

4. Life Beyond Running: Recovery And Hobbies (00:02:59)

5. Keeping Running Light And Authentic (00:05:18)

6. Helen’s Start: From Ballet To First Mile (00:06:38)

7. Running And Sobriety: A New Purpose (00:09:20)

8. Goals, Structure, And Finding Direction (00:12:05)

9. Highs And Lows: Training Through Family Trauma (00:14:26)

10. New York City Marathon As Release (00:17:59)

11. Reframing Goals Through Charity (00:20:47)

12. Advice For New Runners: Consistency Over Hype (00:22:41)

13. Mindset, Off Days, And Self‑Check (00:24:54)

14. Rapid Fire: Fun Runner Questions (00:26:35)

15. What’s Next: Seasons Of Speed And Joy (00:30:09)

16. Where To Find Helen And Closing (00:31:59)