Be the Author of Your Own Life Through Running, Confidence, and Belonging with Molly Barker

In this episode of In Fearless Conversation , Kim sits down with Molly Barker, founder of Girls on the Run International, lifelong runner, speaker, champion for girls’ and women’s empowerment, and winner of the 261 Fearless K.V. Switzer Community Impact Award presented by adidas. What began in 1996 with just thirteen girls has grown into a global movement serving more than 2.7 million girls. Molly’s work centers on helping girls build confidence, connection, and a strong sense of self through running and meaningful conversation, and reminding women everywhere that they are the authors of their own lives. In this conversation, we explore: The positive mental impact of running How movement helps girls and women rewrite limiting narratives Why belonging never requires you to play small The long-term ripple effect of confidence built through community Kim also reflects on her own experience coaching Girls on the Run and how that model loosely inspired the 261 Fearless Meet Run structure. This episode is a reminder that empowerment starts with showing up, moving forward, and choosing to use your voice. Learn More Girls on the Run International: 261 Fearless: If this episode resonated with you, please

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This episode is 27:05 long.

This episode was published on Feb 19, 2026.

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