If you are a runner trying to balance work, parenting, life, and staying fit, you can't miss this episode. Kiersten is a wife, working professional, mom to 3, and previous collegiate basketball standout. She now applies a balanced approach to fitness and personal wellness.Kiersten details how she made the transition from collegiate sports to making running and cross-training a personal habit and lifestyle. She practices a hybrid approach with workouts ranging from running, triathlon training, weight training, in-person or at-home fitness classes, yoga, tennis, biking, and pickleball. Over the years, her nutritional habits have evolved and she discusses how she uses the Noom app, her air fryer, a CSA, and creative recipes to level up her family's diet.As many runners can relate, Kiersten explains how running and working out provide her with mental clarity. She gives us unique ideas for staying fit with young children and insights in how to remain dedicated even when strapped for time. Kiersten elaborates on how she uses her competitive drive to set new goals for fitness, including creative ways to be alternative to running that are related to longevity and healthy living. She advocates listening to your body, paying attention if you are running sore, and always remaining grateful.Resources:HypervoltNoom AppAir FryerPhysicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (recipes)Visit www.runningwithgrit.com for all things related to running after age 40.