You don’t have to look like a runner to be one — with Melanie Cote (@the.curvy.runner)

In this episode, is speak with Melanie Cote, the creator of The Curvy Runner, where she empowers curvy women and busy moms to run for joy, not punishment. Starting with one-minute intervals, she worked her way to completing her first 10K and half marathon in 2025. Melanie shares an honest, body-positive approach to running focused on consistency, mindset, and fueling, showing that every body belongs in the running world.

We Talk About:

-Cutting through the noise of conflicting information

Time Stamps

0:00 introduction

5:08 how our relationship with running has changed

8:43 separating running from weight loss

11:29 becoming more active as kids get older

14:56 being flexible to be consistent

19:55 being creative with winter running

25:32 finding community in running

29:30 deciding to do a Disney half marathon

34:02 running as a curvy woman

43:13 dealing with hormonal changes

48:40 quick hit questions

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

CONNECT WITH MELANIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.curvy.runner/

Website: www.thecurvyrunners.com

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