298. Embracing The Pivot: Dominique Scott On Running Her Own Race & The Bravery Of Trying Something New

Happy Boston Marathon Monday, Hurdlers! Toeing the start line this morning is our guest for today, Adidas pro runner Dominique Scott. The South Africa native moved to the United States to run at the University of Arkansas, where she became a 5x NCAA champion, 12x All American, and 10x SEC champion. After graduation, she moved to Boulder with her husband to train with Team Boss and it’s there where she started her journey racing on the roads. Dom shares with us what it’s been like training for her first ever Boston marathon (and third ever marathon), how she pivoted from the track to the roads, and her best tips for getting out of your comfort zone. I love that Dom is so open about what it’s like to excel at something like the track for so long and then put herself out there on the roads racing with the best of the best.

IN THIS EPISODE

How Dom is able to trust in her training and calm the nerves before race day (5:05)

The decision about joining Team Boss and why Dom pivoted into the marathon (6:08)

Dom’s tips for making the long run work for you (10:05)

How Dom’s parents led by example and what she learned from them (16:50)

The emotional toll of moving to the states and perform at the collegiate level (21:50)

The process that went into making Dom’s first olympic team (29:06)

Dom’s experience with post-olympics blues and what she looks forward to after a big race (34:44)

A reflection on the supportive group of women that is Team Boss (40:15)

Dom’s perspective on the comparison trap and her tips on how to avoid falling into that mindset (42:50)

How Dom is feeling about the Paris Olympics (49:10)