Episode 136: Rebecca Mehra on Running for Oiselle, Political Activism, and Life Outside of Sport

Rebecca Mehra is a Pro runner for @oiselle & @runlittlewing 🏃🏻‍♀, Public policy nerd 🤓, Stanford Alum🌲, and lives in📍Bend, OR.

“Because as a running community we seem to be far more comfortable talking about races rather than race.” - Quote from Rebecca

Questions we ask Rebecca include:

1. We just wrapped up the Oiselle Womxn Run the Vote! Tell us a bit more about this and what you’re up to!
   
   


2. How did you get your start in running?
   
   


3. You shared in a recent podcast with Ali (Ali on the Run) that you thrive when having multiple tasks to be involved with rather than solely just running because you experienced a few injuries during college. Could you share with us more about the importance of finding other activities other than running?
   
   


4. What sparked your interest in studying international relations and communications?
   
   


5. What have been some of the most rewarding projects you’ve been involved with during your career?
   
   


6. How have you been adapting to training without having many (if any) races on the calendar and stayed motivated?
   
   


7. What do you hope to share with other female identifying runners who see you running in the spotlight and hopefully soon -- the Olympics?
   
   


8. What does being a Strong Runner Chick mean to you?

Listener questions:

• Favorite pre/post race meal?


• Favorite time of day to train?


• What suggestions do you have for those looking to get involved in BLM, social justice, and/or activism in their communities?