#157 | Rachel Drake | Motherhood, Medicine, & Racing UTMB
About this episode
In this episode, Sally chats with her friend, and Elite ultrarunner, Rachel Drake, who shares what it looks like to pursue big dreams while raising two young children and working 65–80-hour weeks as an anesthesia resident. She opens up about UTMB, returning to running after pregnancy, leaning on family support, and learning that different priorities can take the lead during different seasons of life. You will be encouraged by Rachel's drive and commitment to excellence in all she does! Enjoy!
Other Episode Highlights:
- How running helps the emotionally demanding experiences she encounters at the hospital
- Sally eating Rachel's pre-race sweet potatoes
- The perspective of suffering from illness vs suffering in a race
- UTMB training 50-60 miles a week
- Overnight shifts days before UTMB
- Running after pregnancy
- Having an older brother helped to develop her competitiveness
Keep Up With Rachel:
STRAVA: Rachel Drake
INSTAGRAM: @rachelraedrake
YOUTUBE: @ultrafamilyhustle
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