# Katherine Schlaerth Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/running-strong-mind-body-connection-7028452/katherine-schlaerth Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/running-strong-mind-body-connection-7028452/katherine-schlaerth.md Podcast: [Running Strong Mind-Body Connection](https://stenobird.com/podcast/running-strong-mind-body-connection-7028452) Published: 2026-04-17T15:06:00+00:00 Episode link: https://857f34fe-5018-4c47-93a9-f1bfebc210ad.libsyn.com/katherine-schlaerth Audio file: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/857f34fe-5018-4c47-93a9-f1bfebc210ad/Katherine_Schlaerth_Recording.mp3?dest-id=4435463 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/running-strong-mind-body-connection-7028452/episodes/katherine-schlaerth Duration seconds: 1838 ## Resource Why does running feel harder now… even though you want it more than ever? #running #motivation #resilience If you've tried to start running again and your body pushed back, this will explain why and what to do instead. With my amazing guest, Katherine Schlaerth You're not broken, and you're definitely not too old. πŸ‘‰ Start here: https://www.thementalfitnessedge.com/ πŸ‘‰ Get the book: https://a.co/d/0fg5yHwK πŸ‘‰ Subscribe for weekly running + longevity insights Most people over 40 assume the pain means "stop." But what if it actually means you're starting the wrong way? In this episode of Running Strong: Mind-Body Connection, we break down why running starts to hurt more with age and how to rebuild your body, your mindset, and your consistency without burning out or quitting again. You'll hear real stories, including runners in their 90s and even 100s, proving that age is not the limit to your approach is. If you've ever thought: " I used to be able to do this…" "Why does everything hurt now?" "Maybe I'm just too old…" This conversation will shift how you see running and what's actually possible for your body. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Why Running Feels Hard After 40 04:10 – The Truth About Aging and Performance 08:25 – Real Stories: Running Into Your 90s & Beyond 12:40 – Mental Health Benefits of Running 16:30 – The Hidden Reason Your Body Hurts 20:15 – How Community Impacts Longevity 24:00 – How to Start Again Without Pain πŸŽ™οΈ Episode Highlights (From the Conversation) Running isn't just physical it's one of the most powerful tools for maintaining mental clarity and brain health as you age People who stay active mentally and physically can maintain brain function decades longer "Super-agers" (80+) often have the cognitive ability of someone in their 50s The difference isn't jus… ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/running-strong-mind-body-connection-7028452/episodes/katherine-schlaerth/transcription-requests` β€” Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/running-strong-mind-body-connection-7028452/katherine-schlaerth.md` β€” Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.