Episode 11 Sophie Bennet: Ultra Marathon runner, Empowering women to move and of course life supporting our partners from the sidelines...
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Sophie Bennett partner to Alan Ryan Strength & Conditioning coach of Stade Toulousain, a former team manager at Bath Rugby, shares her journey in sports and her transition to a new role. She discusses her passion for sport, her experience in coaching and managing rugby teams, and her love for running and CrossFit. Sophie also talks about her relationship with her partner, Alan Ryan, and the challenges they faced being in different countries. She reflects on the emotional process of leaving Bath Rugby and the importance of family and support in her life. Sophie shares her passion for running and supporting women in their fitness journeys. She discusses her own experiences with ultra-running races, including Dragon's Back and Winter Downs. Sophie emphasizes the importance of finding a supportive community and taking care of oneself in the demanding lifestyle of being a partner to a professional athlete. She offers advice for getting started with running, including finding the right shoes, joining a couch to 5K program, and considering a coach for support.