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Erin Mawhinney is a 28-year-old elite runner, full-time nurse, and proud Hamiltonian who recently ran her way onto the podium at the 2025 Canadian 10K Championships with a personal best of 33:09.
In this fun and wide-ranging conversation, we discuss:
- Erin’s race-day patience and strong finishing kick
- How working with coach Reid Coolsaet since late 2021 has kept her injury-free
- Her marathon debut at Toronto Waterfront in 2024
- Her McMaster Marauder roots
- Her “hideous” running form (her words!)
- Why she believes running should always stay fun and social
- Her karaoke skills, beer preferences, and dream sponsorship from Big Bee — Hamilton’s most legendary convenience store
Erin is the kind of athlete who reminds us why we love this sport. She’s fast, funny, and refreshingly real.
Connect with Erin:
- Instagram: @erinmawhinney_
- Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/48592387
Connect with Carolyn:
- Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffin
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