Inspired Soles
Inspired Soles is a podcast that fuels your passion for running and helps you achieve peak performance with every stride. Host Carolyn Coffin talks with industry experts, coaches, Olympians and everyday runners to educate and inspire you to take your running to the next level.
Inspired Soles
238. Alex Cyr | The Risks & Rewards of Sharing Your Goals Publicly
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What happens when you go all in on a bold goal — and let the whole world watch?
In this episode, writer, runner, and content creator Alex Cyr reflects on his journey to run sub-30 for 10K before turning 30. It took six tries, a chaotic travel schedule, and a whole lot of humility — but on April 27th, he finally did it in 29:41 at the Vancouver Sun Run.
We talk about the pressure of public accountability, imposter syndrome, how sharing a goal can shift your motivation, and why he went dark on social media before his final race.
We also talk super shoes and Faith Kipyegon’s sub-4 mile attempt.
Connect with Alex:
- Instagram: @cyrsey_10 & @marathon.handbook
- Website: marathonhandbook.com
- Alex's last Inspired Soles interview: Are You a Real Runner If You Don't Run Marathons?
Connect with Carolyn:
- Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffin
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