MOLLY HURFORD
Writing, speaking + moving
I'm a creator in love with all things cycling, running, nutrition and movement-related. When not outside, I'm almost definitely writing about being outside or interviewing other athletes.
I created The Consummate Athlete weekly podcast, website and book, Becoming A Consummate Athlete with my husband, cycling coach Peter Glassford.
I'm a little obsessed with getting people—especially women—psyched on adventure and being outside. That's why I created the Shred Girls, a young adult fiction series and online community focused on getting girls excited about bikes. I also run the Business of Fitness Podcast, focusing on bringing more women into the athletic industry.
Most recently, I founded Strong Girl Publishing to tell more stories of young girls in sport, all written by young women athletes.
Additionally, I'm the author of multiple nonfiction books and write for publications including Bicycling magazine +Outside.
I regularly host talks and runs clinics for cyclists and teaches yoga online and IRL… And in my spare time, I'm ultra-running and racing on trails, riding bikes, or hiking with my mini-dachshund DW.
PROJECTS
STRONG GIRL PUBLISHING
Strong stories for strong girls
In 2023, I founded Strong Girl Press, a publishing company that makes books + content for middle grade and young adult girls, written by young women athletes.
Our mission is two-fold: Inspire girls to in sport, to help them see themselves on the playing field and in the race, and make a space to young women athletes who are looking for a platform to share their voices.
THE CONSUMMATE ATHLETE
Coaching, Articles + the Podcast for Busy Endurance Athletes
Whether you’re hoping to PR at Leadville or keep up with the local group ride, we’re here to help. And whether you’re a busy executive, a working parent or a full-time athlete, we believe your goals matter. We have the tools you need to get started. Peter Glassford and I are here to help you become a Consummate Athlete.
SHRED GIRLS
I'm the creator of the Shred Girls, a series and site for girls who want to have fun on two wheels! Shred Girls books one and two are available now, and I regularly hosts talks and clinics for young riders.
Shred-Girls.com is a place where readers and riders can find more about Lindsay, Ali and Jen, meet real-world Shred Girls and pick up some great riding tips from experts in videos and articles.
THE BUSINESS OF FITNESS PODCAST
On The Business of Fitness Podcast with Molly Hurford, presented by Feisty Media, I talk to women who have established awesome careers for themselves within the fitness industry, ranging from authors to coaches to marketing directors to studio owners in order to learn their secrets to business success and answer the question of ‘how do I get her job?'
SERVICES
SPEAKING
Talks on all things health + wellness-related, including corporate packages that combine short presentations with training plans and fun virtual yoga sessions.
Catch me on: Let's Take This Outside; Girls Gone Gravel; The Women's Performance Podcast; The Human Kinesome Project
ATHLETIC LIFE
Bike racer turned ultra-runner
Certifications:
RRCA run coach, 200-hr Yoga Teacher Training, NCCP Cycling Coach, Precision Nutrition Level 1 + Fast & Female Expert Ambassador
WRITING SAMPLES
Kinetix: Searching for the ground truth
Bicycling: How to Fix Your ‘Fear of Missing Out’ on the Bike
Canadian Cycling Magazine: The plight of women cyclists after Afghanistan’s fall
Outside: If You Want to Try an Elimination Diet, Read This First
Rally Health: Svein Tuft’s Final Ride
Outside: What Does a Nutritionist Really Do, and Do I Need One?
Bicycling: Everything You Need to Know About Biking to Work
MapMyRun: 10 Self-Talk Mistakes Runners Need to Avoid
EveryGirl: How to Start Running If You’re Not a Runner
Nylon: 7 Common Workout Excuses, and How to Bust Through
LEFT: (Mountain Life Media, 2017)
