Motivate to Move

An excellent conclusion to a wonderful talk with Colin McQuade, Lindsay Laltoo, and Aaron Sellers. All three runners are from the Greater Moncton Running Club and listening to this episode you can tell these three get along so well. Running, staying in shape, and being active in the community are important to this group. It's nice seeing people helping others to achieve their goals while working on their own, it makes for a wonderful time out with your peers. Motivation is contagious and we hope this week's talks motivate someone to get out and be active. Be safe out there and see you next week.Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on the show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495Greater Moncton Running Club Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1004167726297534

In this week's episode, we are thrilled to sit down with three wonderful people in the Greater Moncton Club. Colin McQuade, Lindsay Laltoo, and Aaron Sellers. We go in-depth talking about everything Greater Moncton Running Club. We go over events they have created and take part in, all at a low cost to the participants, an excellent idea for everyone these days. We have so much to discuss in this episode that we cut it into two episodes to get everything in. Such as the Boston Marathon, great job Colin and everyone from our region that went. We discussed the GMRC and the team they will be sending to the Cabot Trail Relay this year, sounds like a ton of fun. The Greater Moncton Running Club helps bring all our running communities together, no one is left behind, and a great time out with friends. Maybe you want to give them a try and see for yourself. Don't forget the conclusion next week. Greater Moncton Running Club Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/groups/greatermonctonrunningclubMotivate to Move email, let us know who should be on the show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move FaceBook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.

Dr. Bob Forbes is back on our show this week, what he did is so amazing and cool we couldn't wait. Dr. Bob ran a marathon in Antarctica, meaning he has run a marathon on all 7 continents. The best part is we talk all about it, so few people have thought about doing what Dr. Bob did. Bob and his wife took a boat ride to Antarctica and away he went. We hear about the weather, what it was like getting there, the terrain, and much more. We chat about Bob and his Boston marathon runs and the one coming up on April 15th. If you have ever thought about what it might be like to run in a very faraway place then this episode is for you. It has been 100 episodes since Bob was last on, you can bet we will not wait as long next time.Motivate to Move Email:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, give the gift of life and donate blood today.

We had a wonderful interview with all three of our guests Dan Foote his son Caleb Foote and one of their instructors Wyatt Macquarrie-milco. The charity We Believe last held in 2023 in Saint John brought over 8 thousand educators, students, and speakers together simultaneously. The message was simple, encouraging youth to be the Change. Some of the issues on the table were mental and physical health, volunteering, bullying, self-worth, and how each of us can better the world. This event was live streamed all over the world and 2025 will be even bigger and better. Tickets for the event are free and all the links will be below in the notes so check it out.  Empowered to Ride is another program, instructors Caleb Foote and his good friend Wyatt are helping kids get on donated and bought mountain bikes and go riding through the trails. Inspiring our kids to stay active and get outdoors. Now they have 10 bikes and the demand for children taking this course is high so why don't we help these guys get more bikes to help more kids? links are below. This is a great story and one that we hope others will hear and support. Invest in our kid's future. We Believe website, or you can choose to donate to Empowered to ride on the same site.https://www.webelieve.ca/Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on the show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.Finally, we have a new YouTube channel where we discuss everything about hockey, check us out.https://youtu.be/sOKJSsiPPvI

Tonight our very special guest is Graham Black, a native of Montreal who has lived in Moncton for the past 24 years. Graduated from Concordia University, with a degree in Sports Medicine as a Certified Athletic Therapist and Strength and Conditioning Specialist with over 25 years of experience in both fields. Graham is also the athletic Therapist for our Moncton Wildcats and is currently Co-owner of Sportmed Max in Dieppe. A former guest that we enjoy having on, Michael Roy, suggested making an appointment to see Graham and I am very glad I did. We discuss the difference between a Physiotherapist and an Athletic Therapist and some of the common injuries that Graham sees. Graham surprises us with something he is seeing more often, I didn't have this on my radar at all but makes sense when you think about things today. When Graham isn't seeing people at his clinic he is hard at work with the Moncton Wildcats, Go cats go! Winning the Memorial Cup is always the goal and maybe this year that will happen. We had an amazing discussion and Graham is so good at telling stories, especially about when he needed a suit at the last minute to be hired for the Wildcats job.   I enjoyed my time at Sportmed Max Physiotherapy and I wanted to get the phone number out there for anyone who could use any of the services that they provide, links below. We hope everyone who tunes in has a wonderful day and stays safe and injury-free.Sportmed Max phone number:506-388-8855Sportmed Max website, book online:https://sportmedmaxhealth.janeapp.com/Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on our show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.

Greg Scott started racing mountain bikes at a later stage of life finishing dead last for the first few. After Greg had some races under his belt the results got better and better, now at 63 Greg hopes to make the podium and keep on biking as long as possible. With two broken ribs, one clavicle,  seven broken helmets, plus cancer treatments and a ton of bike parts replaced, there is no doubt Greg loves racing mountain bikes. Greg also designs and maintains courses trying to use the lay of the land to help with a more natural design plan. Why not work in a bike shop with some spare time, Greg loves to help others get on their bike and accomplish their goals. An inspiring tale about someone who just will not give up. The Elgin 80 is Greg's next big race and we believe he will have fun no matter where he finishes, good luck GregMotivate to Move email:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to move Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.

"How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives." Words to live by and Cory Richardson does live by these words that is why we invited him back onto our show. Cory is very passionate about getting our youth outdoors more and on the internet less. We wanted to take a deeper dive into how this could be accomplished. We discuss a wide range of topics about how this may be done. Our direction is more important than our speed, just getting started is half the battle. How many people have gear for outdoor activities they never use, I know I do. Maybe the schools could help out? it's possible. We are hoping that someone can listen to this and help this process along. All the links are below if you would like to contact Cory and see if there might be something you could do. Let's spread the word and help to keep our youth more active in the great outdoors. That would be good for everyone, mentally and physically. Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on our show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495Cory's online Hammock business, very cool:https://hanginghugs.comCory's social media:www.youtube.com/corcircle Lots of great videos:www.instagram.com/hanginghugstwitter.com/spacecreatorAdventure guiding - rock climbing, kayaking, and sailing:https://www.facebook.com/ComeOnSierraCamping at Dream Seed Farm:https://www.hipcamp.com/en-CA/land/new-brunswick-dream-seed-farm-ozxho7oz?adults=1&children=0Solo kayak trip from Vancouver to Central Mexico:www.solomax.com and http://www.solomax.com/mainmap.htmlSeek your next adventure:http://tinyurl.com/yc2ppzkuCorazon Kaleidoscope (dance hoop artist)https://www.facebook.com/corazonkaleidoscopeInner Voice Art Therapy:https://www.facebook.com/innervoicearttherapyAs always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.

In this week's episode, our very special guest is Jean-Marc Doiron. Jean-Marc Doiron is a high-performance runner and a dedicated family man. At 35, he is not only a father of two but also a seasoned athlete who has clocked over 3,000 kilometers annually for the past two decades. His passion for running remains undiminished, with a personal best marathon time of 2:32, achieved in the fall of 2023 while raising two young children.Jean-Marc’s journey into the world of running began at the age of 16 when he decided to focus solely on the sport after being a multi-sport athlete. This decision paved the way for his participation in the World Francophone Games in Lebanon in 2009 and his recognition as Athlete of the Year across all sports at his university in 2010. In 2011, he clocked a personal best time of 1:49 in the 800m, narrowly missing the 2012 Olympic standard of 1:46.Beyond his achievements, Jean-Marc has also significantly contributed to the sport through coaching. He led the university’s cross-country team and was honored as Coach of the Year in 2016. That same year, he ran his first marathon, an experience that captivated him with its unique training regimen, intricate logistics of nutrition and stress management, and the camaraderie accompanying the event. Jean-Marc’s story is a testament to his dedication to running and his commitment to his family.Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on our show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.

Our very special guest for this episode is Nathaniel Couture and we want to welcome him back to our show. The last time Nathaniel was on our show, back in episode 26, our Province had just gone into a full lockdown and we wanted to know what made Nathaniel tick. Why ultra trail running and how he stayed motivated. After nearly three years we wanted an update, is Nathaniel still doing 100-mile runs? The answer may surprise you and we hope you will listen to this episode and find out. Nathaniel has found a new love in the Winter, Cross-country skiing. His kids have been involved for years, why not Nathaniel? We chat about Backyard ultras, guess who might be interested in trying one? We have a great conversation and you may even get to know Nathaniel's favourite junk food because this is essential information.Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on the show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.

Our special guest for this week's episode is Dean Strowbridge originally from Lunenburg NS. Dean has been running since 2000 has broken 12 age group Provincial records and has been ranked #1 in Canada for his age group, Wow! very impressive. Plus we ask Dean about the Run for Renee, and how this series of runs started. How Dean's mom Renee inspired Dean to donate all the proceeds to the Kidney Foundation. Dean runs fast and talks about the Boston Marathon. How he has transitioned into coaching, helping others to achieve their goals. Without a doubt, he is a very motivated person who loves to share his love of running with others. So much to talk about in this episode and we have some links below for you to check out. Why not register for one of the Run for Renee races this year and support the Kidney Foundation? See you at the start line.Run for Renee Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/RunForRenee5K/Run NB page: The link is for 2023 registration for the Run for Renee, I think it just hasn't been updated yet so I am placing that link here for now:https://events.runnb.ca/event/october-run-for-renee-5k/486761/Dean Strowbridge personal Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/dean.strowbridgeMotivate to Move Email, let us know who should be on the show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotiavte to Move Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495

Nick Richards is our special guest this evening, born in BC and now living in Halifax. Nick was a smoker and in 2019 couldn't run one continuous km, how things have changed? The stories Nick shares are crazy and gut-wrenching. Nick left the Navy after eight years and was at the bottom, picked himself up, and got to work. In late 2021 Nick decided it was time to start trail running, getting out more into nature and seeing what he could accomplish. In 2022 Nick completed Capes 100 with five minutes to spare, amazing. In 2023 Nick went to Alberta and completed Canada's only 200 mile race, The Divide in 86 hours. Very impressive, now Nick wants to see his limits and has his eyes set on more long-distance runs. People should listen to this episode, it shows how negatives can be turned into positives and reminds us to drop our fears and get out there and go for it. Don't forget about Nick's Chilly Challenge, at least 300 km running each month this Winter outdoors and for every 1000$ donated, he will plunge into the ocean for 1 minute. I see the donations are just over 2000$, 2 minutes. I think we should get that up to at least 3000$. Nick wants to raise money and awareness for members of the community who are OUT IN THE COLD this Winter and support the community association by the same name. Links are below in the notes. Let's help Nick plunge into that cold Ocean water as long as possible, we can't wait to see it happen. Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on the show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495GoFundme Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Wayward-winterGoogle Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/xdo84mbXdSKSffAv6Nick's Blog site: https://waywardway.ca/As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today

Welcome to our podcast everyone, our special guest for this week is Cory Richardson. Cory is a goal setter and one of the main goals he is trying to promote is the idea of students spending at least one week of the school year camping, organized by students themselves, and that schools would collect camping gear from the community to reduce obstacles to youth enjoying nature. More kids spending more time outdoors and less time on their devices sounds like a wonderful idea here at Motivate to Move.This is just the beginning of what Cory is doing and working on. In this episode, you will hear many more ideas such as "Buddy Benches" and trail building. Cory has been offering art therapy workshops in schools since 1999, teaching life planning, hoop dance, beadwork, sewing, journal writing, talking circles, and much more. How about Cory's project of linking a trail from Saint John to Walton Glen Gorge, then on to Sussex? Spending the last ten years developing Walton Glen Gorge to be a rock climbing area, and doing it alone as Cory enjoys the peace of doing first ascents. With All the free time Cory has why not have your own online company, HangingHugs.com, an online custom Hammock building business. Links below, and I would suggest you go check it out, very cool Hammocks indeed. Selling these Hammocks helps Cory fund some of the projects he has going on, give it a look. Did I forget to mention his solo kayak journey from Vancouver to Central Mexico? Cory had an online journal back in 1997 and documented this journey way back then and had over 4 million visitors, which is very impressive.We cover a ton of things in this episode and I can't go over it all here so why not listen while you're out connecting with nature and see what Cory has to say, we are glad we did.Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on our show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495Cory's online Hammock business, very cool:https://hanginghugs.comCory's social media:www.youtube.com/corcircle Lots of great videos:www.instagram.com/hanginghugstwitter.com/spacecreatorAdventure guiding - rock climbing, kayaking, and sailing:https://www.facebook.com/ComeOnSierraCamping at Dream Seed Farm:https://www.hipcamp.com/en-CA/land/new-brunswick-dream-seed-farm-ozxho7oz?adults=1&children=0Solo kayak trip from Vancouver to Central Mexico: www.solomax.com and http://www.solomax.com/mainmap.htmlSeek your next adventure: http://tinyurl.com/yc2ppzkuCorazon Kaleidoscope (dance hoop artist)https://www.facebook.com/corazonkaleidoscopeInner Voice Art Therapy:https://www.facebook.com/innervoicearttherapyAs always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.

We recorded this episode in December and wanted to save it for our first show of 2024. Diane and I want to thank all our listeners for taking to time to check out our podcast. This journey has been a wonderful one that we like sharing with you. Tonight's guest is Amber Hachey from Quispamsis / Saint John, NB. Amber loves outdoor adventures and was very competitive at a young age through high school. Hiking with her dogs was a favorite pastime of Ambers. In 2019 Amber purchased her first pair of trail running shoes and off she went. Amber joined the Saint John Trail Runners and started running several races. Completing five big trail runs this year and her very first 110km race, fantastic. She was one of the many volunteers at the first-ever Loonie Loops, working behind the scenes. This is where I met Amber and knew we needed her on our show and we are so glad she said yes. Amber talks about what it was like and the nasty weather conditions Amber, Marc McColgan and everyone else went through. It was one heck of an event and hearing from Amber what the 24-hour event was like was gold. I hope you enjoy our first show back in 2024, I know we enjoyed speaking with Amber a great deal.Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on the show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comOur Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.

For the fourth consecutive year, we have Santa Claus back on our show to talk about Christmas. How does Santa stay in shape for the big day you might ask, we have the answer right here. Ever wonder how long it takes Santa to recover after delivering all those toys? Santa even lets us in on a little secret, about how he gets in all those houses. Santa talks about the Elves and the Reindeer and how much Mrs.Claus keeps everything in running order. Santa tells us that he loves anything homemade the best but I ask the question, what is Santa's favourite cookie and he does indeed let us know. For anyone wanting to know a little bit more about Santa, you may want to sit down for a few and listen to our show. Santa announces the winner for our guess the cash in the magic bottle game, so stay tuned until the end to see who wins my money. Merry Christmas everyone and happy holidays, see you in the New Year.Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on our show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life, donate blood today.

We here at Motivate to Move knew we wanted to have Boyd Dunleavey come back on our show and that we wanted to do it before our Christmas break. The reason is simple, Boyd inspires everyone around him and at this time of the year, especially this time of year, inspiration can be a very powerful tool. Boyd will tell you that he is a competitive person and wants to give his time to help others. Boyd's story is worth listening to and he has come a long way. With a running streak of well over 400 days and over 95 half marathons in a little over a year, we can't wait to see what Boyd has planned next year. So many fantastic stories and Boyd's timing couldn't be better, we recorded this on the American Thanksgiving plus it was his stem cell donor Nathan's birthday. Boyd has a lot to be thankful for and we want to thank Boyd for sharing his story with our listeners.The Importance Of Surrounding Yourself With The Right People In A Cancer Journey. This is a fantastic listen and I am placing the link right here, be sure to check this out.https://rumble.com/v3f2rrp-2byourownhero-the-importance-of-surrounding-yourself-with-the-right-people-.html?fbclid=IwAR3Ov9bWwLmDUp87E51ElnBp8Ov4NTNsjuNyho0bPwmi5TWvVMe8YWaYJLsMan up to Cancer website, another great link and a non-profit site. You are not alone:https://manuptocancer.org/Man up to Cancer Facebook page, go check them out:https://www.facebook.com/cancerwolvesMotivate to move email, let us know who should be on our show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today, thank you.

Luc Doucet is tonight's very special guest, someone we have wanted to chat with for some time. We have known Luc for many years, running with him sometimes with our running group several years ago. Now Luc has moved to Halifax and is running a ton of km. With a running streak of over 1300 days and for much of that a 10km a day minimum, amazing. But there is still more, Luc is close to 6000km for the year and we are sure he will complete those km. As you can see Luc runs a ton of km and we love it. Then we get some crazy side stories and more running streaks he does within his streak, very impressive. There is a lot to learn from Luc just with his mindset. His positive attitude and determination is something that we can all look up to. Keep on trucking Luc, we can't wait to see what is next. Luc has a very interesting project he does called Framedtrails. Going to put the link below because it's such a cool idea, check it out.https://www.framedtrails.com/shop also @framedtrails on InstagramMotivate to Move email, let us know who should be on the show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.

We had a fantastic discussion with Rodney Steeves recently from Riverview N.B. What Rodney has done is very impressive, for 20 years Rodney has been hauling his wheelbarrow from his place near the entrance of the Dobson Trail, up to 2.5 Km into the trail. This all started 20 years ago to walk his dog, why not be productive while walking? For 7 months of the year, Rodney hauls either tailings or a sandstone base material into the Dobson trail. Making the trail better for more people to walk and hike. Recently Rodney has completed his initial goal but the job is never done, now Rodney has a few more ideas to make the Dobson Trail a better place for all. We get some background on the Dobson, how it started, and when it started. A documentary titled Fervent Pull is soon to be released in 2024 and Rodney is a big part. We can't wait to see more of what Rodney is doing for the Dobson. Helping to promote the use of such a wonderful trail and keeping fit mentally and physically is something many of us should look at.Fundy Footpath Dobson Trail Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/groups/126868350785046Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on our show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.

Tonight we have two amazing guests for you. Mark Hemmings and his daughter Aren, these two were recently part of the 24-hour run at Loonie Loops in late August. We met on the trial several times that day and chatted with each other. I was very surprised to find out this was a father and daughter-running duo. I was instantly impressed and thought that we had to get Mark and Aren on our show and here they are. Both signed up for the 24-hour run and as some of you know the conditions were not the best. That didn't deter either of them, they just kept at it. Listen to Aren talk about how this was her first podium finish and took first place. Great job Aren and an amazing story. Mark had an amazing day himself finishing with 26 laps for the run and his fastest lap was his final lap, amazing. Father and daughter were very determined and wouldn't stop in some of the worst conditions. What I like about this interview is the fact that both Aren and Mark loved their time on the trail at Loonie Loops and they can't wait to try again next year. Can't wait to see what next year brings. Follow Mark on Strava, he runs in so many interesting places:https://www.strava.com/athletes/32318210?fbclid=IwAR1nwPWC8MAx_E8aFSRfLx2lm5t0lHmCUT4MiPQgsT4xdawngC8e-_7kTgcYou can and should follow Mark on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/markhemmings/?fbclid=IwAR1qOD2I0GwOqTDIcccx6_HFXfvLSJf-Dhhln8z3tPAS3gDAzPk_Anl5OrYFollow Aren on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arensophia/?fbclid=IwAR28j5OCseYRclfUP5G3vF4csiZnRfmrpI5tqSI-RFC2KpNwJttYULLMzbcMotivate to Move email, let us know who should be on our show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comOur Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, give the gift of life and donate blood today.

Our special guest is Erin Whitman from Fredericton N.B. Erin and her husband James are active and busy with two children. How does a busy family keep active and have the time to go to the events they want to do? Just listen to this episode and find out. 2014 is when things took off for Erin. Now she has completed Marathons, Triathlons, and even an Ironman and we believe nothing can stop her. The next step is trail running and a probable return to Loonie Loops and a 50km trail run. Running inside or outside doesn't matter much to Erin, as long as she gets the training she needs. Great job Erin, keep up the excellent work. Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on the show:motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comOur Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.

Tonight our very special guest is Lee Wesselius originally from River Glade, New Brunswick. What is remarkable about Lee is the fact he can combine veterinary medicine with running at a very high level. Recently Lee just beat his own personal best marathon time by 2 minutes, finishing at 2:14:37, a blazing fast time. We ask Lee about his journey into running, and what keeps him going seven days a week. How does he train when he is on call for his work, what does Lee eat while running these longer races? Lee informs us during the interview that he can run between 160-180 km in a week, incredible. Lee is very passionate about running and it is inspiring to hear him speak about his passion. We chat about many things in this interview, so pull up a chair and listen to what Lee has to say, it's so nice to listen to a positive voice like Lee's.Motivate to Move email, let us know who should be on our show.motivatetomove.podcast@gmail.comMotivate to Move Facebook page, check us out:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041607699495As always, please give the gift of life and donate blood today.