Listen "Surviving or Thriving? Mikki's Boston Marathon Story"
Episode Synopsis
Contact Jess:Jessica DiBiaseCoach, Kettlebell Trainer for over 15 years, Founder of @kettleguard and Kettlebell World ChampionFollow me on IG @jessicadibiasefitnessemail: [email protected] up now for my 4 week Kettlebell and Core Online program!https://dedicated-composer-4407.kit.com/products/kettlebells-and-coreContact Mikki:Mikki WIlliden PhDhttps://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwillidenSave 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKI at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comCurranz supplement: MIKKI saves you 25% at www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk off your first orderIn this deeply personal and powerfully honest episode, Mikki shares her experience running the 2024 Boston Marathon—and the unexpected controversy it sparked. She and Jess unpack the joy of running for the love of it, the backlash Mikki faced over her "unconventional" low-carb fuelling approach, and the resilience it took to stand firm in the face of public critique. This is more than a race recap—it’s a reflection on goals, growth, and the freedom to train, eat, and live in a way that aligns with your values. Whether you're an endurance athlete, a health professional, or someone navigating unsolicited opinions, this episode is for you.Highlights:Mikki’s low-carb fuelling approach to the Boston MarathonNavigating online criticism and standing by your philosophyThe difference between training to compete vs. training for joyBuilding metabolic flexibility and fuelling intuitivelyThe power of owning your story—even when others try to rewrite it
More episodes of the podcast Strength Renewed
Sand, Satiety, and Straight Talk on GLP-1s
07/10/2025
Potatoes, Protein & Food Myths Debunked
19/08/2025
Small Gestures, Big Ripples
12/08/2025
Hydration, Hormones & the Bloat You Can Beat
05/08/2025