PEAC- Train Like a Girl: enhancing performance & wellbeing of GIRLS IN SPORT

PEAC- Train Like a Girl: enhancing performance & wellbeing of GIRLS IN SPORT

Welcome to PEAC- train like a girl, a podcast by GIRLS IN SPORT for GIRLS and coaches in sport. We’re here to amplify your voice- it deserves to be heard. At PEAC, we are a SAFE place for GIRLS to hang out, learn, grow, and build community. We empower GIRLS IN SPORT and coaches with the knowledge, resources, and support we think is necessary in todays athletic environments to thrive. Join us for bold conversations about the experiences of GIRLS IN SPORT. Our discussions will make you laugh, cry, cheer, get frustrated, and rethink the future of girls in sports for generations to come. Whether you’re walking, commuting, or cleaning your bedroom, take us with you. Follow us, check out our website, consider making a donation and share with a female athlete or coach you love!

Episodes

September 5, 2025 39 mins
Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode, mother-daughter runners Mary and Mia Sirois share their running journeys, insights, and the valuable lessons they've learned along the way. From Mia’s impressive performances at the IHSA Class 3A state meet and Nike Cross Nationals to Mary’s passion for the team aspect of cross country, this episode is filled with motivation, practical tips, and heartfelt stories. Discover how Mia balance...
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PEAC-Train Like a Girl Podcast Episode: Meet Sarah Hopkins — The Coach Making Waves at Minnesota!

If you love running, sports, or just need a dose of girl power, you’ll want to listen to this episode. Meet Sarah Hopkins — the head coach of the Minnesota Gophers women’s cross country team and a total boss in the coaching world. Sarah’s gone from being a student-athlete to winning the USTFCCCA Midwest Regional Coach of the Year three...

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This week’s episode is a special conversation with the host of PEAC–Train like a Girl, Annemarie Sampson. AnneMarie, a seasoned coach with vast experience in sports, fitness, health, and wellness shares her journey through sport and and everything wellness. 

Anne-Marie shares her story of navigating diet culture, discovering her passion for running, and her diverse certifications in exercise and wellness, including yoga, nutrition,...

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Meet Reagen Radke, an incredible athlete and coach whose journey through collegiate, professional, and international softball offers valuable insights for athletes, coaches, and parents alike. In this engaging episode, we discuss Reagen’s experiences playing at the NCAA levels—NAIA, D1, D2, and D3—and her time playing overseas for MSG Phoenix and with the Belgian National Team.   Reagen shares her story of transferring from Columb...
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Take a listen to our passionate and dedicated interns who are making a difference in empowering girls through sports and leadership. Introducing Roohee: Our newest team member, Roohee, shares her inspiring journey in sports. As a Black Belt in Martial Arts and a horseback rider from grade school through middle school, Roohee’s story is nothing short of unconventional. Her focus was always on academic achievement, but she also obse...
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PEAC-Train Like a Girl Podcast — Special Episode with Coach Teri Rodgers This week, I had the honor of sitting down with one of my coaching mentors, Coach Teri Rodgers, a trailblazer who has dedicated her life to empowering female athletes and fighting sexism in sports. Teri’s journey began playing sports alongside her older brother, and her passion for basketball was ignited early. Despite limited resources and gender stereotype...
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Welcome back to the Train Like a Girl POD! In this episode, we’re excited to reconnect with Lily Flader, our very first podcast guest. Lily shares her experiences after completing her first year rowing at Michigan State University. Highlights:   Lily’s background as a 3-sport athlete in high school: basketball, soccer, track, and cross country. Her motivation to continue competing and challenging herself athletically at the col...
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June 3, 2025 34 mins

Fueling Athletes for a Lifetime with Lauren, Registered Dietitian  

In this episode of PEAC-train like a girl, we’re diving into the importance of evidence-based nutrition for athletes with Lauren, a passionate and holistic Registered Dietitian. Lauren shares her journey from a soccer player to a dedicated nutrition expert, and discusses key topics such as REDs (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport), Low Energy Availability (LEA), a...

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Welcome to PEAC, Train Like a Girl, a podcast created by girls in sport, for girls and coaches in sport, aimed at amplifying the voices of female athletes. In this episode, meet Kaitlin, our new intern, as she shares her journey from being a high school cross-country runner to studying journalism, and now, helping to launch an exciting new app focused on empowering female athletes.

Join us as we discuss the essential need for femal...

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April 3, 2025 35 mins
TABLE TALK In this episode of the PEAC-Train Like a Girl podcast, hosts Mia and Megan engage in an illuminating table talk about the discrepancies in athletics, especially as they pertain to female athletes. Mia shares her personal experiences and connects them to a revealing article from The Hoya, highlighting the stark differences in funding between men's and women's athletic programs at Georgetown University. Introduction to ...
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This is a fun one! Get comfortable and ready to laugh- and walk away with some tips to enjoy your sport, build community, work hard, and achieve performance results. Annie Galvin, a swimmer from the University of Iowa, and Megan Hartleab, her teammate and roommate, share insights on mental performance. Non-Dualistic Thinking: Exploring the idea that two contrasting truths can coexist, emphasizing complexity in ment...
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February 26, 2025 30 mins

Join us in this empowering episode of the “PEAC - Train Like a Girl” podcast as we delve into Becky’s extraordinary journey as a dual citizen of the United States and Mexico. Becky's story is a tapestry of resilience, determination, and personal growth that will inspire young athletes everywhere. Athletic Evolution: From a young age, Becky dazzled on the gymnastics mat before discovering her true passion for soccer—a sport that al...

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Guest: Kate Ringwood, LCPC (she/her) Profession: Psychotherapist | Eating Disorder Specialist at Serendipity Counseling Services Overview: In this episode, we delve into the critical intersection of mental health and eating disorders among female athletes with Kate Ringwood. Drawing from her experiences as both a former athlete and a psychotherapist, Kate provides invaluable insights into the emotional challenges faced by athletes...

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January 21, 2025 31 mins

Twice the Drive: Balancing Academics, Athletics, and Life

Guests: Shania and Rianna Tandon Setting: Lunch hour at Naperville North High School

Key Themes: REST (Recover, Enrich, Sleep, Technology)

Discussed the importance of recovery and self-care in athletic performance. Emphasized ‘Enrich’ as a significant aspect, highlighting their business interests and community connections.

Goals & Aspirations Both athletes aspire to run ...

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January 15, 2025 50 mins
A conversation with Melissa, PhD Candidate & Collaborative Health Advocate Episode Summary: In this insightful episode, we sit down with Melissa, a passionate researcher and advocate for female athlete health, currently pursuing her PhD with a focus on Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs). Melissa’s work is rooted in her personal journey as a young girl in sports. Starting with her love for soccer, Melissa discovered her...
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December 17, 2024 51 mins
Sara Slattery, a two-time NCAA champion, collegiate coach, and co-author of How She Did It, joins us for an inspiring episode. Sitting down to chat with Sara was one of the highlights of 2024 for our team. Key Takeaways from Our Conversation 1. Sara’s Start in Sports Like many girls in sport, Sara participated in multiple activities as a child. Her early years focused on swimming, where she excelled and fell in love with the spor...
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In this episode, we sit down with Kellie, the inspiring founder of Her First Athletics (HFA). Kellie shares her mission to prioritize health, growth, development, and performance of girls in sports. This conversation dives deep into the challenges and opportunities in supporting young female athletes in a way that’s empowering, science-based, and community-driven. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 1. Why Kellie Started Her First ...

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In this episode, PEAC-Train Like a Girl welcomes representatives from the Illinois Human Performance Project (IHPP) to dive into the impact of leadership, accountability, and health-conscious decision-making in young athletes. This conversation explores the vital role sports play in developing leadership skills, resilience, and self-discovery in girls and young women, and how communities can keep them engaged in sports over the lon...
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In this insightful episode, we dive into the impact of digital wellness on female athletes and coaches, offering practical strategies for balancing technology use with well-being in both sport and life.   Key Highlights:   Annemarie's Perspective: Annemarie shares her insights from her experiences as a coach, parent, and certified professional from The Digital Wellness Institute. She emphasizes the importance of fostering digital w...
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Guest: Paige Picher Giddings – Former high school basketball player and advocate for social and emotional safety for girls in sports.   Overview: In this episode, Paige Picher Giddings shares her personal journey of navigating the pressures of elite sports from a young age, starting in USA Swim with intense two-a-day practices by the age of seven. Her transition to high school basketball at a prestigious private school further soli...
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