Christopher Heimerman
Christopher Heimerman
Episode 19: Pediatrician, coach Michelle Quirk on mindful running
Episode 19: Pediatrician, coach Michelle Quirk on mindful running
Episode 19: Pediatrician, coach Michelle Quirk on mindful running
Tuesday 18th May 2021
Pediatrician Michelle Quirk reveals how running helps her cope with trauma and stress, sharing insights into its mental health benefits. Listen now!
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Get the buttons here!Running Through Grief: Michelle Quirk's Journey to Healing
If I can share that with other people, especially in my colleagues in the medical profession, then this would be amazing.
Imagine facing the daily heartbreak of working with seriously ill and neglected children. That's the reality for pediatrician Michelle Quirk. In this episode of '40,000 Steps Radio', Michelle opens up about how running has become her lifeline. After losing her father to cancer in 2012, she found solace in pounding the pavement, and it didn't stop there. As a pediatrician, she encounters children who are not just sick but often terrified or suffering from neglect and abuse.
Running became her sanctuary, a place to process the trauma she faces every day. But Michelle didn't just keep this healing tool to herself. She launched Mindful Marathon, a coaching business aimed at helping professionals cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout—issues rampant in healthcare. Host Christopher Heimerman dives into Michelle's story, exploring how running releases those feel-good endorphins and provides a meditative escape from life's pressures.
One of the most touching parts of the conversation is when Michelle talks about asking the right questions to create a safe space for her young patients. Her compassionate approach helps children and families open up about their struggles, allowing them to receive the care they desperately need. This same empathy extends to her work as a running coach, where she champions exercise as a pathway to mental wellness.
The episode also touches on the intersection of exercise and addiction recovery, offering practical tips for balancing fitness with life's demands. Michelle's journey through grief and trauma underscores the transformative power of running, making this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking mental and emotional healing through physical activity. Tune in to hear Michelle Quirk's inspiring story and discover how running can be more than just exercise—it can be a powerful tool for healing.