EP. 210 - When the Marathon Ends Early: Carolyn Coffin on DNFs, Belief Shifts, and Trusting Yourself Again

In this episode, marathoner Carolyn Coffin joins the podcast to talk about trusting yourself when the plan breaks down. We dive into her Marathon Project experience, the DNF that followed, and what it taught her about self-trust, coaching yourself, and redefining success.

Whether you’re in the middle of a build that feels off or reflecting on a goal that didn’t pan out, this episode will help you rethink what “trusting the process” actually means — and how to move forward with clarity and confidence.

Carolyn Coffin is a certified running coach (NCCP, RRCA, UESCA) with an educational background in physiotherapy (Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from Queen's University, 2003) and kinesiology (Bachelor of Kinesiology from McMaster University, 2000). Through her online coaching business, she helps everyday athletes pursue their road running goals with confidence and joy. A lifelong runner and curious storyteller, Carolyn believes every runner has a story worth sharing, which she brings to life each week on Inspired Soles. She loves competing in events from 1500m to the marathon, and is on a mission to prove that her fastest marathon is still ahead of her at age 48. Carolyn lives in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, with her military spouse and their two teenage children.

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