In this inaugural episode of Steep & Stride, Thomas explores the themes of mindfulness, recovery, and the intersection of tea and running. He shares personal experiences with recovery runs, the importance of guided runs, and how tea rituals contribute to his recovery process. The episode highlights the benefits of Pu'er tea and sets the stage for future discussions on night runs and their unique experiences.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Mindfulness through Tea and Running

02:46 The Importance of Recovery Runs

06:10 Personal Journey and Insights on Recovery

08:59 The Role of Guided Runs in Recovery

11:56 Tea as a Ritual for Recovery

15:11 Exploring Pu'er Tea and Its Benefits

17:56 Conclusion and Future Topics

Takeaways

• Mindfulness can be cultivated through tea and running.
• Recovery runs are essential for both physical and mental health.
• Active recovery allows for reflection and recalibration.
• Guided runs provide valuable insights for beginners.
• Recovery is a dynamic process, not a static one.
• Tea rituals can enhance the recovery experience.
• Pu'er tea is low in caffeine and ideal for relaxation.
• Engaging with the community enriches the running experience.
• Listening to your body is crucial in recovery.
• Future episodes will explore night runs and evening teas.

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Welcome to Steep and Stride, the podcast that explores how tea and running can contribute to a more mindful, balanced life. I'm your host, Thomas, a tea expert with nearly 15 years of professional experience, and a new runner discovering the joys and challenges of hitting the pavement.

Tea and running might seem like an unusual pairing, but these two activities share a common thread of mindfulness and self-care, which we'll bring to light in our discussions.

So, grab your favorite cup of tea, lace up those running shoes, and join me – one cup and one run at a time!

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You can listen to the Steep and Stride Podcast on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, or ⁠⁠via your favorite podcast player.⁠⁠ If you need more tea in your life you can ⁠⁠subscribe to my Thomas Talks Tea Newsletter⁠⁠.

Support

If you've enjoyed this episode and would like to support Thomas beyond leaving a review and subscribing, you can send your contributions via PayPal to: steepandstride@gmail.com

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YouTube: ⁠@⁠steepandstride_podcast⁠

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Please send your questions, feedback and listener stories to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠steepandstride@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Music Intro/outro: ⁠Sunset Beach by Top Flow⁠⁠ (via Pixabay)

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