Podcasts by Diz Runs Radio: Running, Life, & Everything In Between
Some of the best conversations I've ever had have taken place while running with others. Over the course of several miles, the conversations are allowed to flow freely and cover a variety of topics.
And that's what I try to do with my podcast.
Further podcasts by Join Denny Krahe, AKA Diz, as he talks with a variety of runners about running, life, and everything in between.
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1024 Ty Godwin Fell Victim To Long- Covid But Won't Stop Seeking Answers from 2022-02-21T15:22:03
Ty Godwin hasn't run for almost two years, due to complications with long covid.
Before he got sick, Ty was an avid runner that had BQd multiple times.
Today we talk about how his...
1023 QT: How Long Should the Post-Race Recovery Process Take (Best Of-Ish) from 2022-02-18T15:22:04
How long should you wait to return to training after a race?
Honestly, there's no perfect answer. But erring on the side of caution is usually the smart call. (Even if it's not the call I ...
1022 Dawn Lisenby Stumbled Into Her Passion As An Ultra Race Director from 2022-02-14T21:00:56
Dawn Lisenby eats, sleeps, and breathes running as much as just about anyone.
When she's not running, she's coaching runners. And when she's not doing that, she's doing all the behind the ...
1021 QT: Be Patient If (When?) You Fall Off Your Pace from 2022-02-11T15:22:07
How do you respond when you fall off the pace in one form or another?
In many cases, staying patient is the safest way to get back on track in pursuit of your goals.
Check out the...
1020 Amy Mangueira Took A Detour But Came Back Stronger Than Ever from 2022-02-07T15:22:07
Amy Manguiera had her race plans turned upside down in 2020, not unlike many of us in the running community.
As a result, her 2021 racing schedule ended up having a crazy three-week stretc...
1019: QT: Bucking Conventional Wisdom May Be the Right Call from 2022-02-04T15:22:05
How often do you buck conventional wisdom in your running?
I thumbed my nose at four widely accepted "unwritten rules" at a race last week, and somehow I still had a good (great?) race!
1018 Shane Weigand Found An Unlikely Running Partner In His Burro from 2022-01-31T15:22:05
Shane Weigand has a very special relationship with his running partner and race day teammate.
Not bad, considering said relationship started thanks to an ad on Craigslist.
Check o...
1017 Listener Q&A January 2022 from 2022-01-28T15:22:05
You ask, I answer.
New year, same formula for these monthly Q&A episodes.
We are kicking off 2022 with Qs on first marathons, the Winter Olympics, cold weather running, and a whol...
1016 Sonia Rita Is Tackling All Of Life's Challenges By Running On Optimism from 2022-01-24T15:22:04
Sonia Rita's first marathon was a big one: New York.
But her most endearing memory of race weekend may actually have happened the day before at the finish line of the kid's race.
...
1015 QT: When Should Runners Do Their Strength Training? (Best Of-ish) from 2022-01-21T15:22:04
When is the best time for runners to do their strength training workouts?
Before a run? After? On an off day?
Does it even matter? Yes. Ish.
Check out the full blog post ...
1014 Elizabeth De Luca Embraces Life's Challenges Due To Life's Uncertainty from 2022-01-17T15:22:08
Elizabeth De Luca had her world turned upside down between the time she went to sleep and woke up in May of 2020.
Since then, running has become more important to her than it ever was befo...
1013 QT: How to Keep Running Through a Niggle Without Making It Worse from 2022-01-14T15:22:08
Most runners, at some point, will find themselves dealing with a niggle and trying to figure out how to keep running without making the situation worse.
Today's QT gives some suggestions t...
1012 Kelly Irving Is Choosing To Enjoy The Journey In Spite Of The Unknown from 2022-01-10T15:22:02
Kelly Irving noticed a few things that seemed "off" in her running, but after a diagnosis of MS, it all made sense.
This year she's part of the MS Run the US relay team, helping to raise m...
1011 QT: Setting Goals and Getting After It in 2022 from 2022-01-07T15:22:02
New year, new goals!
I love the blank canvas that a new year presents, and I'm looking forward to what 2022 has to offer.
I'm spilling the beans on my goals for this year, in hope...
1010 Susan Schenberg Finds Her Inner Strength When She Gets Uncomfortable from 2022-01-03T15:22:02
Susan Schenberg started running while he son was training for the mile run as part of the presidential fitness test.
More than a decade later, she's still going strong and exploring how mu...
1009 Listener Q&A December 2021 from 2021-12-31T15:22:02
You ask, I answer for the last time in 2021!
This month, we've got Qs on 2022 goals, dietary splurges, future Ragnar events, and a whole lot more!
See all the Qs, my abridged As, ...
1008 Goldie Van Horn Does More Than Wonder About How Far She Can Go from 2021-12-27T15:22:02
Goldie Van Horn had quite the roller coaster ride between signing up for her first marathon and crossing the finish line.
Thanks to a pretty serious knee injury and a global pandemic, it t...
1007 QT: Running Outside in the Cold of Winter (Best Of-ish) from 2021-12-24T15:22:06
Running outside in the cold of winter can be a bit of a struggle, even for the most seasoned runners.
In this week's QT, I'm revisiting an episode from 2015 offering some tips for running ...
1006 Jasmine Lozano Lives Her Life Without Fear Of Failure from 2021-12-20T15:22:06
Jasmine Lozano didn't exactly have the ideal training cycle for her first marathon.
Life lifed, as it often does, but she kept things on track and is now a member of Club 26.2!
Ch...
1005 QT: Staying on Track with Your Training During the Holidays (Best Of-ish) from 2021-12-17T15:22:06
Staying on track with your training during the holiday season is anything but easy.
Talking about some ways to keep things on the rails (ish) in today's quick tip.
Check out the b...
1004 Keith West Didn't Let A Health Scare Stop Him From Doing What He Loves from 2021-12-13T15:22
Keith West isn't one to give up when the going gets tough.
And when life throws him a curve on race weekend? He does his best to take it in stride and get back on track when the time is ri...
DRR QT: Tilting the Odds of Hitting Your New Goals in 2022 in Your Favor from 2021-12-10T15:22
With the new year coming, have you started thinking about new goals for 2022?
You can tilt your odds of success in 2022 in your favor, and in today's episode, I'm offering suggestions of h...
1002 Steven Sashen Is Redefining What People Should Expect From Footwear from 2021-12-06T15:22:02
Steven Sashen is a sprinter, so for him the shorter the distance the better!
Even though his races last less than 15 seconds, he recognizes that foot health is vital to running health and ...
1001 QT: Prepare for the Worst, Just in Case... from 2021-12-03T15:22:02
How do you prepare, mentally, for a race?
I'm starting to think that preparing for the worst could be a key component of staying mentally strong on race day.
Check out the full bl...
1000 Lauren Jones Is Working To Make Trail Running Accessible To All from 2021-11-29T15:22:04
Lauren Jones has had some pretty epic running achievements in her running career.
And when she's come up short of a goal, she's been able to learn from the experience to continue propellin...
999 Listener Q&A November 2021 from 2021-11-26T15:22:09
You ask, I answer.
Pretty simple and straightforward when it comes to the Q&A episodes, eh?
This month I'm talking Thanksgiving food, happy dances, motivation, and a whole lot mor...
998 Adam Hughes Is Making His Mark With the Pre Race Podcast from 2021-11-22T15:22:09
Adam Hughes got into running in college, and he continues learn more about himself and the sport with each passing year.
Adam is dealing with his first serious running injury. To help fill...
997 QT: Thanksgiving Running and Eating All the Food (Best Of-ish) from 2021-11-19T15:22:09
With Thanksgiving less than a week away, a few reminders for those of you that will be participating in a Turkey Trot this year.
Check out the full blog post for this episode, including my...
996 DJ Butz Found The Way To Explore His Limits Is To Lean Into Discomfort from 2021-11-15T15:22:01
DJ Butz got his first taste of the MS Run the US relay in 2019.
After being named to the team in 2020 but having the event go virtual due to the pandemic, he re-upped in 2021 and crushed h...
995 QT: Tips for Making Your Long Runs a Little Bit Less Daunting from 2021-11-12T15:22:01
For some runners, the thought of doing a long run can be a bit daunting.
I know because I'm one of those runners.
If long runs aren't your favorite, hopefully today's episode will...
994 Scott Rogers Is Embracing The Challenge Of Going Farther, Not Faster from 2021-11-08T15:22:04
Scott Rogers is not shy about challenging himself and pushing his limits.
Before running his first marathon, he was already looking forward to an ultra.
And after his first 50k, h...
993 QT: Would Your Running Improve if You Took a Proper Off Season? from 2021-11-05T14:22:04
For many of us, running is a year-round activity.
But would we benefit from an annual intentional off-season?
I think we would.
Check out the full blog post for today's e...
992 Tim Cigelske Earned His Status As The Official Beer Runner from 2021-11-01T14:22:04
Tim Cigelske loves a good run and a good beer.
So much so for three years, he had a run and a beer every single day.
Check out the show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns...
991 Listener Q&A: October 2021 from 2021-10-29T14:22:04
You ask, I answer.
It's an end of the month tradition around these parts, it's time once again for the Listener Q&A episode.
This month, I'm taking Qs on casual dining restaurants...
990 Mike Samuels Turned His Power Lifting Background Into Ultra Running from 2021-10-25T14:22:02
Mike Samuels has had quite the summer.
Just a few months ago, the longest race he'd run was a half marathon. Three ultras later, his longest race is 124 miles.
Check out the full ...
989 QT: Silencing Your Inner Hater is Easier Said than Done (Best Of-ish) from 2021-10-22T14:22:02
How often does your inner hater come out?
For me, it's far too often.
Silencing your (my) inner hater can be a key part of your (my) success, running or otherwise.
Check ...
988 Julie Burke Can't Run From MS But That Won't Stop Her From Trying from 2021-10-18T14:22
Julie Burke isn't one to give up when the going gets tough.
An MS diagnosis? A pandemic? Injuries?
All bumps in the road, but nothing she can't overcome.
Check out the fu...
987 QT: The Accuracy of Treadmill Data and Purchasing Considerations with Thessaly Nicolaysen from 2021-10-15T14:22
How accurate is the data from your treadmill run?
What should you look for when shopping for a treadmill?
These are the talking points for today's final episode of the treadmill m...
986 Rich Stein Isn't Just Surviving MS, He Is Showing What's Possible from 2021-10-11T14:22:07
Rich Stein woke up one day and couldn't see out of one eye.
A battery of tests later, he was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.
A handful of years later, and with vision mostly re...
985 QT: Choosing Workouts & Minimizing Injury Risk While on the Treadmill with Thessaly Nicolaysen from 2021-10-08T14:00:47
What workouts are good to do on the treadmill?
Does treadmill running lead to more injuries?
These are the issues I'm discussing in Part II of the treadmill tips mini-series with ...
984 Celia Eicheldinger Is Traversing The AT In An Unconventional Way from 2021-10-04T14:22
Celia Eicheldinger is definitely at home on the trails.
Whether she's running, hiking, or manning an aid station at an ultra, if she's on the the trail she's in her happy place.
C...
983 QT: Overcoming the Boredom Factor of Treadmill Running with Thessaly Nicolaysen from 2021-10-01T14:22:02
Thessaly Nicolaysen is back to share some treadmill tips.
Thessaly is a big fan of treadmill running, and today we are talking about the perceived boredom factor of treadmill running.
...
982 Elizabeth Wilson Hasn't Missed A Day Of Running In Over 6 Years from 2021-09-27T14:21:59
Elizabeth Wilson is on a six-year run streak and has no plans of taking a day off anytime soon!
Her first streak "only" lasted for a handful of months. After taking a week off, she hasn't ...
981 Listener Q&A September 2021 from 2021-09-24T14:21:59
Another month drawing to a close, another month of Q&A!
This month I'm taking Qs on biomarkers, good/bad runs, race day, and more!
Check out the blog post for today's episode, and...
980 Chris Winn Didn't Let A Rocky Start To Running Deter Him From The Sport from 2021-09-20T14:22:06
Chris Winn had a couple of starts and stops in his early days as a runner before he finally found his groove.
The thing that made the biggest difference for him: he started having fun.
Listen
979 QT: Go the Extra Mile for Safety When Running in the Dark (Best Of-ish) from 2021-09-17T14:22:06
As days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer, more runners will be logging their miles in the dark.
Make sure you make it home safely from those pre-dawn or post-dusk runs...
978 Eddie Robbins Overhauled His Health And The Results Surprised Him from 2021-09-13T14:22:07
Eddie Robbins got into running in his mid-50s.
12 years later, he's got no plans of stopping.
Why? Simple: it's fun.
Check out the full show notes for today's episode at ...
977 QT: Keeping Your Running Simple is Often the Better Option from 2021-09-10T14:22:07
Running is a pretty simple sport, yet runners have a tendency to overcomplicate things from time to time.
Why?
Especially when keeping it simple often yields the same result.
...
976 Ana Robbins Defied All Logic And Skipped Straight to 100 Miles from 2021-09-06T14:22:06
Ana Robbins didn't exactly follow conventional wisdom during her first year of running.
Her first race ever? 100 miles.
Go big or go home, eh?
Check out the full show not...
975 QT: Overlooked Factors that Increase Your Heart Rate During a Run from 2021-09-03T14:22:06
Keeping your heart rate in check while you're running can be easier said than done.
Some factors in an elevated HR can't really be controlled. But there are some overlooked factors that ma...
974 Melinda Perea Vowed To Live A Life Where Fear Doesn't Hold Her Back from 2021-08-30T14:22:05
Melinda Perea was just starting to really enjoy running when she was diagnosed with MS.
At first, she was worried her running days may be numbered. Turns out, she was just getting started....
973 Listener Q&A August 2021 from 2021-08-27T14:22:05
You ask, I answer!
Before August is gone for good, let's do a little Q&A, eh?
This month, I'm taking Qs on training for multiple race distances simultaneously, racing faster than ...
972 Linda Clarke Is A Natural At Inspiring The Runner Within Others from 2021-08-23T14:22:05
Linda Clarke got into coaching runners almost by accident, but after saying yes she hasn't looked back.
Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/972.
971 QT: Every Run Has a Purpose, Whether You Know It or Not (Best Of-ish) from 2021-08-20T14:22:05
A well balanced training "diet" is important for the growth of any runner.
Identifying the purpose of each run can help ensure that your "diet" stays balanced.
Check out the full ...
970 Chris Whitney Learned That The Hard Is What Makes It Great from 2021-08-16T14:22:04
Chris Whitney recently finished running 166 miles in 6 days as a member of the 2021 MS Run the US team.
A few years ago? He wasn't even running 1.66 miles in 6 days.
Check out the...
969 QT: It's Ok to Take a Little Break from Running from 2021-08-13T14:22:06
When life gets crazy, something often has to give.
In some cases? The thing that needs to go is running.
If you wrestling with taking a break from running, I'm here to tell you th...
968 Regan Zuege Took A Leap Of Faith And Won't Be Limited By A Disease from 2021-08-09T14:22:05
Regan Zuege recently ran 7 marathons in 7 days as part of the MS Run the US 2021 relay team.
Even more impressive?
A year ago, Regan had never run longer than 5 miles.
Ch...
967 QT: When in Doubt About Your Training, Trust Yourself from 2021-08-06T14:22:04
When it comes to making decisions, especially in your running life, you most likely know a lot more than you think you do.
So trust your gut and take action.
Check out the full bl...
966 Rob Rueff Relies On Strategy To Succeed In Two Vastly Different Sports from 2021-08-02T14:22:04
The first time Rob Rueff and his son went for a run, he didn't know exactly how it would go.
A handful of years and hundreds of miles together later, safe to say it's brought them closer t...
965 Listener Q&A July 2021 from 2021-07-30T14:22:01
You ask, I answer.
That's the standard format when it comes to the monthly Q&A episodes, and this month y'all did a lot of asking!
Qs this month cover movies, gear, the Olympics, ...
964 Floris Gierman Turned His Love For All Things Running Into A Career from 2021-07-26T14:22:01
Floris Gierman had a very strong start to his running career.
But once he embraced the principles of MAF training? Things really took off for him.
Check out the full show notes fo...
963 QT: Running on Vacation When You're Not Runcationing (Best Of-ish) from 2021-07-23T14:22:01
How much running do you do when you're on vacation?
There are definitely certain challenges that runners must face when running on vacation.
What are they? And how do you work aro...
962 Pete Coser Connects With His Native American Heritage Through Running from 2021-07-19T14:22
After Covid cancelled most races in the past year, Pete Coser was ready to get back at it.
This fall? He's getting back at it in a big way at some big events!
Check out the full s...
961 QT: Reflecting on a Long-Term Commitment to Heart-Rate Training from 2021-07-16T14:22
I talk about the value of heart rate training often--maybe too often for some folks!
One thing I haven't done in a while is detail my experience with heart rate training.
Until no...
960 Ellen Campbell Navigated The Dark By Channeling Her Energy from 2021-07-12T14:22:02
Ellen Campbell had a series of rough moments over the past year and a half.
Thankfully for her, running helped her keep her head above the water until things finally started turning around...
959 QT Keeping Runger at Bay While Avoiding Unwanted Weight Gain from 2021-07-09T14:22:02
A semi-common occurrence for runners is gaining weight during a training cycle due to an ever-present case of runger.
If weight gain isn't your goal, but satisfying your runger is, here ar...
958 Ben Lamers Has A Unique View From The Front Of The Pack from 2021-07-05T14:22
Ben Lamers is living proof that you never know what might happen on race day.
When he entered a small marathon in November of 2020, he thought he might have a pretty good chance to run at ...
957 QT: Increasing Your Long Run Distance Isn't Always Easy Peasy from 2021-07-02T14:22
Long runs are part of pretty much every training plan.
From time to time, going longer/farther on the long runs can be a real struggle.
Today's QT addresses those struggles and, h...
956 Sara Kedge Leans On Running To Help Focus Her Entrepreneurial Mind from 2021-06-28T14:22:03
Sara Kedge has been running for the better part of 15 years.
Over the years, she's come to prioritize fun in her running, especially when it comes to choosing races.
Check out the...
955 Listener Q&A June 2021 from 2021-06-25T14:22:09
You ask, I answer!
As we approach the halfway point of 2021, let's do a little Q&A, eh?
This month, I'm taking Qs on nutrition, first marathons, donuts, ice cream, and more!
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954 Jeff Yannarell Credits Running With Bringing A Heightened Awareness from 2021-06-21T14:22:09
Jeff Yannarell is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to health and fitness, who also happens to enjoy running.
Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/954....
953 QT: There is No Good Reason to Stop Your Watch Mid-Run (Best Of-ish) from 2021-06-18T14:22:09
Do you stop your watch when you stop mid-run?
If so, why?
My advice, for whatever it's worth, is to not stop your watch until you finish your run.
Check out the blog post...
952 Ches Hutchinson Is Running For A Cause And Breaking PR's On The Way from 2021-06-14T14:22:03
Ches Hutchinson has a soft spot in his heart for kids battling muscle disease, so running races to support the cause is a no brainer for him.
And being a part of Team Momentum is just the ...
951 QT: Head for the Hills with a Variety of Hill Workouts from 2021-06-11T14:22:03
How do you feel about doing hill workouts?
Love em or hate em, you can't deny the benefits that heading for the hills provides.
Especially if you add in some variety to your hill ...
950 Phil Pinti Found When Life Hands Him The Unimaginable He Finds A Way from 2021-06-07T14:22:01
Phil Pinti is no stranger to putting one foot in front of the other when things are tough--in running or in life.
Next on tap for him is his third running of the Desert Rats, a multi-day 1...
949 QT: A Look at Salt and Why More Might Be Better from 2021-06-04T14:22:01
Salts are vital minerals that our bodies need to function, especially when we are running.
How do we know if we are getting enough salt in our diet? What happens if we don't get enough? Wh...
948 Andrew Neill Nunez Has Had Many Detours On His Road To The Olympics from 2021-05-31T14:22:03
Andrew Neill Nunez suffered a freak injury during a cross-country race that ended his running career far too early.
That injury, however, ultimately put him on a path that will hopefully s...
947 Listener Q&A May 2021 from 2021-05-28T14:22:03
You ask, I answer!
Before May 2021 goes the way of the dodo, let's do a little Q&A.
This month's Qs cover first marathons, summer sweat-fests, potato chip preference, and a whole ...
946 Sasha Wolff Founded Still I Run To Help Raise Mental Health Awareness from 2021-05-24T14:22
When Sasha Wolff realized that running really helped her in her struggles with depression and anxiety, she was hoping she could find a community of others with similar experience.
When she...
945 QT: Pace Strategy for the Start of Your Next Race (Best Of-ish) from 2021-05-21T14:22
How much attention do you plan out your pace at the start of a race?
As we get back to races being a regular thing again, I thought it made sense to revisit this episode about pacing, and ...
944 Dylan Roche Found That Running Was a Major Theme In His Life Story from 2021-05-17T14:22:06
Dylan Roche started running to vent some frustration while he was in college, and it's been a key part of his life ever since.
He's been running every day for almost 9 years straight, and ...
QT: Crowdsourcing Advice from Other Runners Takes a Bit of Discernment from 2021-05-14T14:22:06
More than likely, humans have been learning from other humans for as long as we've been on the planet.
When it comes to asking for advice from other runners, especially on social media, we...
943: QT: Crowdsourcing Advice from Other Runners Takes a Bit of Discernment from 2021-05-14T14:22:06
More than likely, humans have been learning from other humans for as long as we've been on the planet.
When it comes to asking for advice from other runners, especially on social media, we...
942 Ashley Schneider Formed A Team To Run Across The U.S. For MS from 2021-05-10T14:22
Ashley Schneider has been a runner for most of her life.
And as it turns out, those miles run at an early age helped prepare her for an epic running adventure that turned into an epic runn...
941 QT: 3 Often Overlooked Tips for Running in the Heat of Summer from 2021-05-07T14:22
It's that time of year again, at least for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere.
Summer is coming, if it's not already here, and running in the heat of the summer can be a challenge.
Listen
940 Cory Robinson Learned To Never Say Never When It Comes To Running from 2021-05-03T14:22:02
Cory Robinson's cousin helped inspire him to try running a handful of years ago.
Now Cory's wife and kids regularly join him on races, making running truly a family affair.
Check ...
939 Listener Q&A April 2021 from 2021-04-30T14:22:02
You ask, I answer!
It's a simple formula, but it works!
This month's Qs include my obvious hypocrisy, MAF tests, bacon, and a whole lot more.
Check out all the Qs, my sho...
938 Jill Angie Is Empowering Plus-Size Women To Embrace Running from 2021-04-26T14:22:01
Jill Angie is an amazing lady that is passionate about helping plus-sized women find joy in the sport of running.
This Round 2 was long overdue, but I'm so glad we were able to catch up ag...
937 QT: Planning Workouts During Races is a Key to Doing All the Races (Best Of-ish) from 2021-04-24T14:22:01
For many runners, races are things we just can't get enough of.
But when it comes to racing, too much of a good thing can cause some problems.
If you've got a race schedule that i...
936 Suzanne Burris Is Going The Distance To Help Find A Cure For MS from 2021-04-19T14:22:09
Suzanne Sawyer-Burris recently ran her first 50k, which is pretty impressive after a hamstring injury a couple of years ago could have ended her running career completely.
More impressive?...
935 QT: How Does Your Choice of Shoes Impact Your Foot Health from 2021-04-16T14:21:59
What role does your footwear play in the health of your feet?
A lot, actually.
And for the record, I'm talking about more than just the shoes you wear while you're running.
934 Jo Boylan-Kemp Is Running 10k Per Day For Mental Health Awareness from 2021-04-12T14:22:06
Jo Boylan-Kemp isn't someone that isn't afraid to take on a big challenge.
In 2021, she decided to embark on a challenge that would also support those struggling with their mental health: ...
933 QT: Foot Health for Runners Should Be More of a Priority from 2021-04-09T14:22:01
How much attention do you pay to the health of your feet, especially when nothing is "wrong" with them?
Proactively addressing your foot health is something that most runners, myself inclu...
932 Brooke Holt Uses Running As a Lifeline For Managing An Eating Disorder from 2021-04-05T14:22
Brooke Holt has only scratched the surface in terms of what she's capable of as a runner.
As long as she keeps doing what works for her, there's no telling what she will achieve going forw...
931 QT: Building the Right Team May Help You Reach, and Exceed, Your Goals from 2021-04-02T14:22
Running is, for all intents and purposes, a solo sport.
But that doesn't mean that building a team isn't something that can help you in the pursuit of your running goals.
Check ou...
930 Daniel Strauss Analyzes Gaits As A Solution To Common Runner Issues from 2021-03-29T14:22
Daniel Strauss is a physical therapist that has a passion for helping runners, especially when it comes to improving their running form.
Check out the full show notes for today's episode a...
929 Listener Q&A March 2021 from 2021-03-26T15:23:36
You ask, I answer!
Another month is winding down, which means it's time to answer some more listener questions.
This month, we are talking about sweet treats, strides, races, shoe...
928 Scott Riecke Is Continuing To Create Change In Not So Ordinary Ways from 2021-03-22T14:22
Scott Riecke is someone that I've gotten to know pretty well over the past few years.
He's back for the third time, and today we are talking about him getting into coaching and launching a...
927 QT: Running While Dealing with Seasonal Allergies (Best Of-ish) from 2021-03-19T14:22
Seasonal allergies can make outdoor running pretty miserable at certain points of the year.
I'm no. allergist, but my allergy symptoms have diminished (dramatically) over the years.
926 Martin Pasternak Is An OCR Librarian Using His Passions To Bring Change from 2021-03-15T14:22:08
Only a few short years ago, Marty Pasternak couldn't wrap his head around running a 5k.
Now he's gearing up for covering more than 350 miles in a single week this summer in support of his ...
925 QT: Coming Out of a Long Winter, Start the Spring Strategically from 2021-03-12T15:22:08
Spring is coming, literally and metaphorically.
The past year has felt, in a lot of ways, like one long winter.
This "spring," be strategic in how you approach your running. And w...
924 Martha Theirl Prepares Her Patients To Conquer The Fourth Quarter from 2021-03-08T15:22:08
Martha Theirl is the kind of physical therapist that any runner would benefit from working with.
We talk about her exploits as an athlete, but running and lacrosse, but also talk about why...
QT QT: A Few Things to Keep in Mind as We Return to Racing from 2021-03-05T16:22:02
At long last, a return to racing is approaching!
But just because races are starting to happen again, doesn't mean that races are going to feel "normal" right out of the gate.
Che...
923 QT: A Few Things to Keep in Mind as We Return to Racing from 2021-03-05T15:22:02
At long last, a return to racing is approaching!
But just because races are starting to happen again, doesn't mean that races are going to feel "normal" right out of the gate.
Che...
922 John Pitzel Learned Skills From Running That Carry Into All Areas Of Life from 2021-03-01T15:22:02
For John Pitzel, running is something that helps him de-stress.
Therefore, when it comes to his races, the last thing he wants to do is choose races that cause him to stress out about his ...
921 Listener Q&A February 2021 from 2021-02-26T15:22:02
You ask, I answer. Pretty straight forward when it comes to the Listener Q&A episodes, eh?
This month's Qs cover heart rate training, sitcoms, treadmills, and a whole lot more!
Ch...
920 Karen Schlueter-Morland Blogs On Her Love Of Running, Food, And Life from 2021-02-22T15:22:08
Karen Schlueter-Morland started running almost 50 years ago, and ran her first marathon more than 30 years ago!
Needless to say, she's seen a bit of change related to running over the year...
919 QT: Maintaining Flexibility in Your Running is Often a Necessity (Best Of-ish) from 2021-02-19T15:22:05
Runners are a notoriously inflexible bunch, both physically and with our training.
Working on improving, or at the least maintaining, your flexibility to adapt your routine to the happenin...
918 Rob Jones Stripped Down His Running To Build A Stronger Foundation from 2021-02-15T15:22:02
After a handful of marathons, Rob Jones recognized that something wasn't working.
Instead of continuing to do what he had been doing, he tore it all down and started rebuilding from the gr...
917 QT: Is Running Easy and Being Uncomfortable the Key to Growth? from 2021-02-12T15:22:02
Is easy and being comfortable basically the same thing?
No.
Is running easy while being uncomfortable the key to your growth as a runner?
Perhaps.
Memes, GIFS, l...
916 Shelly Brazelle Views Running As A Powerful Tool To Battle Her Own Brain from 2021-02-08T15:22:08
Shelly Brazelle isn't one to back down when the going gets tough, even if that means finishing a race with a broken hand!
But that wasn't the only obstacle she faced on the way to the podi...
915 QT: Strategically Planning for a Return to Racing in 2021 from 2021-02-05T15:22:08
Fingers crossed, races are going to be a regular thing again soon(ish).
If you're like some of the runners I know (and coach!), you already have a pretty full slate of races for the rest o...
914 Danielle Barker Uses Her Endurance For Both Running And Raising 5 Kids from 2021-02-01T15:22:07
Danielle Barker is definitely a badass!
As a homeschooling mom with 5 kids under 10 years old, her runs give her a chance to take care of herself so she can take care of her young family.<...
878 Corinne Milligan Is Seeing The World Through The Eyes Of A Runner from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Corinne Milligan hated running--until she fell in love with the sport! And the rest, as they say, is history... Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/878 Today'...
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855 QT: Running (and Life) Lessons Learned During Covid-19 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Safe to say, all of us have been impacted by the Covid-19 situation over the past handful of months. While the impact of the virus continues to evolve and will continue to be felt for years, there...
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834 Amy Spegele Envisions A World Where Everyone Can Participate In Sports from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Amy Spegele had medical issues that prevented her from running/being active as a kid. After surgery corrected the issues and entering adulthood, she took up running at the urging of a friend. Tur...
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DRR 913 Listener Q&A January 2021 from 2021-01-29T15:22:07
It's already time for the first Q&A episode of 2021!
This month I'm tackling topics related to shoes, cold showers, recovery tactics, the Detroit Lions, and a whole lot more!
Chec...
912 Nita Sweeney Became An Accidental Mental Health Advocate from 2021-01-25T15:22:07
Nita Sweeney is the author of the memoir Depression Hates a Moving Target.
She's back on the show for the second time, to talk more about how running is just one of many tools that she use...
911 QT: Too Cold to Run? Stay In and Still Make Progress (Best Of-ish) from 2021-01-22T15:21:59
What do you do when it's too cold to run outside? (And yes, too cold can be a thing!)
If you just turn to the treadmill, then keep on keeping on.
Hate the treadmill as much as I d...
910 Melody Dow Relies On Running Through All Of Life's Ups And Downs from 2021-01-18T15:21:59
Melody Dow has gotten off to a good start in 2021 on a variety of fronts, and that didn't happen by accident.
Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/910
909 QT Refreshing Your Memory is a Good Thing from 2021-01-15T15:21:59
How often do you refresh your memory about topics you've already "learned" in the past?
I used to think that I needed to focus my attention on learning new things, but recently I've come a...
908 Jackie Karenbauer Turned To Running For Convenience And Never Left from 2021-01-11T15:22
Once Jackie Karenbauer started running, she's stuck with it.
Her running has changed a bit over the years in response to the ebbs and flows of life, but not matter what she keeps logging t...
907 QT: How You Start Plays a Big Role in How You Finish from 2021-01-08T15:22
You know that saying 'it's not how you start but how you finish that really matters'? Yeah, that's not exactly the case.
Turns out, when it comes to your goals for the year (as well as you...
906 Andy Blow Is At The Forefront Of Sweat Science With Precision Hydration from 2021-01-04T15:22:04
When Andy Blow regularly dealt with cramping and dehydration during long-distance triathlons, he dove into the science of sweat.
What he learned no only helped him personally, but led to h...
905 QT: Setting Yourself Up for Success in 2021 (and Beyond) from 2021-01-01T15:22:04
Happy New Year! What are your running goals for 2021?
I'm a big fan of setting big goals for a new year, but it's important to make sure you're setting the right goals for yourself.
904 Ava Martinez Was Tricked Into Liking Running And She's Grateful For It from 2020-12-28T15:22:04
Ava Martinez is someone that loves a good run, and a good race, as much as any runner I know.
We covered a variety of topics today, from the allure of the NYC marathon to running and menta...
903 Listener Q&A: December 2020 from 2020-12-25T15:22:04
You ask, I answer!
For the last time in 2020, it's time for a bit of Q&A.
This month's Qs include some controversial opinions, goal setting for 2021, "perfect" training cycles, a...
902 Steve Turner Found A Way To Use His Addictive Personality Positively from 2020-12-21T15:22:09
A handful of years ago, Steve Turner wasn't running at all.
A couple of months ago, Steve Turner ran the Moab 240.
Quite the progression in not much time, eh?
Check out t...
901 QT: Winter Running Without Slipping and Sliding (Best Of-ish) from 2020-12-18T15:22:09
One of the obvious perils of outdoor winter running is the risk of slipping and sliding on icy roads or sidewalks.
Today I'm sharing some tips to help you stay upright while you log your m...
900 An Inside Sneak Peak At the Mastermind Meeting Of Three Coaches from 2020-12-14T15:22
Every Wednesday, I have a call with two fellow running coaches with the goal of helping each other be better coaches and business owners.
In today's episode of the show, I'm chatting with ...
899 QT Overcoming Overtraining Syndrome for Runners from 2020-12-11T15:22
While no runner wants to deal with a bout of overtraining syndrome, the good news is that overcoming overtraining syndrome is very doable.
And, perhaps, the even better news is that you do...
898 Thessaly Nicolaysen Has Had Success With Her Unconventional Methods from 2020-12-07T15:22:05
Thessaly Nicolaysen has a bit of a competitive streak in her running, and it's been that way pretty much since she started running.
Check out the full show notes for today's episode at htt...
897 QT: Identifying Overtraining Syndrome in Runners from 2020-12-04T15:22:06
Overtraining syndrome is definitely a thing in the running community.
Do you know what overtraining syndrome actually is? (Hint: it's not just running too much.)
And what signs/sy...
896 Chris Short Transformed His Life Once He Prioritized Himself from 2020-11-30T15:22:02
Chris Short is the kind of runner that is always down for a challenge, especially if it's multiple races in the same day/weekend.
The Philadelphia Freed Challenge? The Dopey Challenge? The...
895 Listner Q&A November 2020 from 2020-11-27T15:22:02
You ask, I answer!
It's time, once again, for another round of Listener Q&A.
This month, I'm taking Qs on Thanksgiving foods, overtraining, rest days, dates with my wife, and a wh...
894 Kerri Nelson Has A No Limits Approach When It Comes To Racing And Life from 2020-11-23T15:22:02
Kerri Nelson is a runner that never came across a race she didn't want to run.
Ok, maybe that's a bit hyperbolic, but she really does run a lot of races.
Road. Trail. OCR. She's p...
893 QT: Surviving the End of the Year Madness (Best Of-ish) from 2020-11-20T15:22:03
The end of the year is usually a bit crazy for a lot of folks, and this year will be no exception.
Today I'm dusting off an episode from 3+ years ago and revisiting some ways to survive th...
892 Karen Anderson Isn't Letting Her Age Define Her Running from 2020-11-16T15:22:01
Karen Anderson started running to see if she could do it.
Turns out she could.
And not only can she do it, but she really likes it too!
Check out the full show notes for ...
891 QT: Is It Worth It? Feetures Elite and Freetrain V1 from 2020-11-13T15:22:01
Today I'm talking good, bad, and ugly on two items I've tried recently: Feetures Elite socks and the Freetrain V1 vest.
Not sure if either of these items is right for you? Hopefully, this ...
890 Shawn Vincent Is Making Running Accessible To The Younger Generation from 2020-11-09T15:21:59
Shawn Vincent is a man that is using running as a tool to make a difference in the world.
How? By spearheading a program at his middle school (he's the principal) that exposes his students...
889 QT: Tips to Staying Healthy During Cold and Flu Season from 2020-11-06T15:22
Don't look now, but it is officially cold and flu season.
While it's virtually impossible to prevent yourself from getting sick this winter, there are things you can do to tilt the odds of...
888 Jason Dennis Has Uncovered How The Areas Faith And Fitness Intertwine from 2020-11-02T15:22:04
Jason Dennis continues to do a variety of things within the sport of running.
From long term goals to epic virtual challenges, starting a streak to starting a podcast, anything running rel...
887 Listener Q&A October 2020 from 2020-10-30T14:22:04
It's that time of the month again you ask the questions and I give the answers!
And this month, the questions are all over the place.
I'm talking about foam rolling, long run opti...
886 Jerry Przywara Learned That In Running And In Life Progress Isn't Linear from 2020-10-26T14:22:06
Jerry Przywara has only been running for a handful of years, and safe to say he won't be stopping any time soon!
It wasn't too long ago that running for one minute on the treadmill was a b...
885 QT: Do Sports Drinks Provide Enough Race Day Fuel? (Best Of-ish) from 2020-10-23T14:22:06
Can sports drinks provide all of your fueling needs during a long run or race?
In theory, yes. But is it a practical solution?
Check out the blog post for today's episode at http...
884 Hildee Weiss Isn't Your Average Mom Of Five Kids from 2020-10-19T14:22:54
Hildee Weiss had enough of the "couch potato" life, found fitness, and hasn't looked back.
And she's still just getting started!
Check out the full show notes for today's episode ...
883 QT: 5 Takeaways After Reading The Athlete's Gut from 2020-10-16T14:22:04
Digestion isn't a common topic in many running circles, but maybe it should be?
I recently read the book The Athlete's Gut by Dr. Patrick Wilson, and learned a lot about how exercise impac...
882 Bill Featherston Accidentally Found Running And Is Better Because Of It from 2020-10-12T14:10:50
Bill Featherston has as busy of a life as any of us, yet he still finds time to get at least a mile or two in each day.
Bill is on his second extended running streak, and hopefully the les...
881 QT: Thoughts and My Take on Nutrition Beyond the Run from 2020-10-09T14:22:05
Too often, runners focus solely on mid-run nutrition to fuel their runs.
While what you consume during your runs obviously matters, the you eat/drink when you're not running matters more t...
880 Rick Lind Returned To Running After 20 Years And It Was Life-changing from 2020-10-05T14:22:07
Rick Lind has learned more than a few lessons the hard way during his time as a runner.
But the important thing is that he's learning those lessons, and that will only help him going forwa...
879 QT: Thoughts, Suggestions, and My Take on Mid-Run Nutrition/Fueling from 2020-10-02T14:22:07
Do you struggle with finding the right fueling strategy to use during a run/race?
If so, you're not alone.
Sadly, there is no one-size-fits-all rule regarding fueling, but there a...
877 Listener Q&A September 2020 from 2020-09-25T14:22:04
You ask, I answer!
And this month, the questions just didn't stop!
Among the topics this month, I'm talking about heel spurs, fall food, off seasons, and a whole lot more!
876 Gary Joe Collins Finds Small Wins Today For Success Tomorrow from 2020-09-21T14:22:08
Gary Joe Collins has reasons for running that are bigger than himself--and that's a good thing!
10 years ago, running was the farthest thing from Gary Joe's mind. But he decided that he ne...
875 QT: Getting Uncomfortable Can Lead to Greater Growth (Best Of-ish) from 2020-09-18T14:22:08
The best way to spur growth is to step outside of your comfort zone.
Runners: that doesn't mean just hammer it all time!
Need some better suggestions for ways to constructively ge...
874 Sharon Babineau Used Running As An Outlet For Her Grief from 2020-09-14T14:22:08
When Sharon Babineau got started running, she had no idea it would be so pivotal in her future.
When she lost her husband to colon cancer, running was the stabilizing force to help her wor...
QT 873 Calling An Audible from 2020-09-11T14:22:03
How willing are you to call an audible with your training?
While I'm a big fan of having a consistent training routine and sticking to it most of the time, there is definitely a time and a...
872 Martin Underwood Was Always A Runner And Just Didn't Know It Yet from 2020-09-07T14:22
Martin Underwood may still be new-ish to the running community, but he's quickly become a big fan of the sport.
Like the rest of us, Martin's race ambitions have been put on hold due to th...
871 QT: How to Stay Consistent When the Race Calendar is Empty from 2020-09-04T14:22
I used to be a runner that was pretty much only motivated to train consistently when I had races on the calendar.
Thanks to Covid-19, most of us have pretty empty race calendars at the mom...
870 Brian Walker Has Realized The Value In Training His Brain from 2020-08-31T14:22:07
Brian Walker is my guest today, and one of the topics we covered was some of the mental struggles he's had on race days past.
His method for working through those struggles has been multi-...
869 Listener Q&A: August 2020 from 2020-08-28T14:22:07
You ask, I answer!
No matter how crazy this year gets, one thing is certain: the last Friday every month is all about your questions!
This month's Q's include nose breathing, mant...
868 Ryan James Cloke Has Come Full-Circle With His Running from 2020-08-24T14:22:07
Ryan-James Cloke has had his perspective change with regards to his running quite a bit over his running career.
These days, running is a lot less about speed and time goals and more about...
867 QT: Non-Running Shoes Can (and Do!) Contribute to Running Injuries (Best Of-ish) from 2020-08-21T14:22:03
Some runners are quick to blame their shoes when dealing with various running injuries.
But a potential factor that many runners overlook is the role their non-running shoes may be playing...
866 Katie Bouton Unlocked Her Potential Once She Began Believing in Herself from 2020-08-17T14:22:05
Katie Bouton has gotten into running in the past few years, and surprised herself at her ability to do so.
A handful of years ago, Katie weighed over 260 lbs. At the urging of her doctor, ...
865 QT: Get Out of Your Own Way on Your Path to Success from 2020-08-14T14:22:05
Are you making it even harder for yourself to reach your goals than it already is?
Most of us, myself included, have a tendency to "get in our own way" on our paths toward success.
864 Katie Spotz Is Helping To Bring Change Worldwide While Breaking Barriers from 2020-08-10T14:22:02
Katie Spotz is always looking for an epic adventure, especially if she can do good at the same time.
Katie is currently preparing for a run across the state of Maine in support of Lifewate...
863 QT: Returning to Running After Injury Can Go Sideways if You're Not Careful from 2020-08-07T14:22:02
Statistically speaking, most runners are going to deal with an injury at some point in their careers.
The process of getting back into the groove of running is a bit tricky and is anything...
862 Cortney Berling Lives and Teaches the Motto Eat Well Perform Better from 2020-08-03T14:22:06
Cortney Berling has learned a few hard lessons during her running career, and now she's helping other women avoid similar struggles.
Check out the full show notes for today's episode at ht...
861 Listener Q&A July 2020 from 2020-07-31T14:18:08
It's that time of the month again!
You ask, I answer, and this month's Qs are all over the place.
This month we are talking about trail running, books/movies, current struggles, ...
860 Diana Angstadt Runs To Find Healing While Raising Awareness For PTSD from 2020-07-27T00:00
Diana Angstadt knows first hand how important running can be for both her mental and physical health.
Diana struggled with PTSD upon her return home from serving in Iraq, and running has b...
859 QT: Usually, It's Not as Bad as It Seems (Best Of-ish) from 2020-07-24T00:00
Sometimes we runners can be a bit overdramatic.
I mean, how many times have you labeled a run as the "best ever?"
And when it comes to your running, you might feel that 2020 is th...
858 Eric Deeter Attributes His Ultra Marathon Mindset To His Success from 2020-07-20T00:00
Eric Deeter got into running in his 20s, but after his first marathon he took a little break from the sport.
30 years later, he found his way back to the sport!
But not only is he...
857 QT: Grading Yourself Harshly Can Lead to Substantial Growth from 2020-07-17T00:00
What would it take for you to rate yourself as a 5 out of 5 in various aspects of your running life?
In today's quick tip, I'm exploring the idea that having an almost impossible standard ...
849 QT: Correct Your Little Dogs, for Crying Out Loud (Best Of-ish) from 2020-07-17T00:00
I'm a dog guy, through and through. Though if I'm honest, little dogs aren't exactly my jam.
Even worse than little dogs? Little dog owners, at least most of the ones that live in my neigh...
856 Michaela Young Has Embraced Being An Imperfect Runner from 2020-07-13T00:00
Michaela Young definitely has her priorities right when it comes to running: having fun is paramount!
Roads or trails. IRL or virtual. In costume or wearing "regular" clothes.
Wh...
847 QT: Forget Everyone Else and Worry About Your Own Self Instead from 2020-07-11T00:00
Too often, we get caught up in worrying about what others are doing or thinking.
Instead, a better option in my mind, is to worry about your own darn self!
Make sure you're doing ...
854 Lindsay Wasserman Has Simple Advice: Set Your Body Up For Success from 2020-07-05T00:00
Lindsay Wasserman is a runner and physical therapist, which basically means I could talk to her all day!
Her running career really got going, interestingly enough, when she banited the Bos...
853 QT: Resetting Your 2020 Goals After a Crazy Start to the Year from 2020-07-03T00:00
How are your goals for the year doing at the halfway point?
For many of us, our goals for 2020 went out the window a while ago.
If your goals have been ripped to shreds, now is a ...
845 QT: Your Longest Run Isn't the End All/Be All from 2020-07-03T00:00
How long should your longest run be before your next race?
This is a common question in running circles, but it completely misses the point.
Your longest long run? It really does...
851 Listener Q&A June 2020 from 2020-06-27T00:00
You ask, I answer!
The world may be ending (I hope not!), but the Listener Q&A episode keeps on keeping on!
This month's Qs cover taking in extra electrolytes mid-run, the physic...
852 Sanjay Rawal Captured The Transformations That Occur Over 3100 Miles from 2020-06-24T00:00
Sanjay Rawal is a documentary filmmaker and a runner, which made him uniquely qualified for his most recent project.
The Self-Transcendence 3100 is a test of endurance like no other. And S...
850 Frank Campo Changed The Trajectory Of His Life Once He Found Running from 2020-06-22T00:00
Frank Campo struggled to find the right coach to help him improve as a runner.
So these days, he's worked hard to become the coach he wished he could have found back in the day.
T...
848 Jeffrey Binney Is Living His Life In A Way That Once Is Enough from 2020-06-13T00:00
Jeffrey Binney is a stand up comedian who took up running during one of the hardest times of his life.
And when he decided to get into running, he didn't just ease into the sport. He set h...
Running and Racism w/ Nicol Hodges from 2020-06-11T00:00
How prevalent is racism in the running community? How can we, specifically the white members of the running community, be more welcoming to BIPOCs that are finding their way into our sport?
846 Liz Warner Created Run To Reach In An Effort To Inspire Change from 2020-06-08T00:00
Liz Warner loves traveling, and once she fell in love with running marathons, it only made sense to combine the two passions and see the world while running marathons.
Then, a funny thing ...
844 Joe Randene Is Confident Running Communities Can Weather The Storm from 2020-06-01T00:00
When Joe Randene decided to start running, he had no idea what he was getting himself into!
Eventually, he developed a love for the sport and decided to retire from his corporate job to wo...
843 Listener Q&A May 2020 from 2020-05-30T00:00
It's the end of the month, and that means it's time for a little Q&A.
This month's episode? It's a beast! We've got a full range of topics to cover, including strength training, potent pot...
842 Keri Mandell Follows Yoga Principles Even In The Most Extreme Sports from 2020-05-25T00:00
Keri Mandell isn't the kind of woman to back down from a challenge.
Whether it's running each of the World Majors, finishing Ironman triathlons, or running a marathon on each continent in ...
841 QT: An Amalgamation of Tips for Running in the Summer from 2020-05-22T00:00
The summer is coming. Will you be ready?
Running in the summer heat and/or humidity isn't often a lot of fun, but it definitely pays off in the fall.
Provided, of course, you trai...
840 Nic Hodges Has Found That Success Lies Outside Of Her Comfort Zone from 2020-05-18T00:00
Nic Hodges has been running competitively for more than a few years, and she has no plans of slowing down anytime soon!
During her career, she's transitioned from the track to distance run...
839 QT: How Necessary is it to Rotate Your Running Shoes? from 2020-05-15T00:00
Many runners rotate their running shoes, and maybe you do to.
Have you ever stopped to ask why?
Does shoe rotation matter? Is there an actual benefit, or is it just one of those p...
838 Kasha Speas Has Learned Lifelong Lessons By Running One Mile A Day from 2020-05-11T00:00
Kasha Speas has big goals for her running, and she's ok with chipping away at those goals one day, and one mile, at a time.
She is currently on a daily run streak of almost 4 years, but th...
837 QT: Is Race Variety the Key to Your Growth as a Runner? from 2020-05-08T00:00
Consistency is a key component to our progress as runner, but being consistent doesn't mean we need to be doing the same thing day in and day out.
As I've learned over the past year in my ...
836 Kristen Foley Always Makes Sure To Find The Fun In Fundraising from 2020-05-04T00:00
Kristen Foley thought she had retired from marathon running, but the allure of running Boston and raising money for a good cause was too much to resist.
After a lengthy hiatus, made longer...
835 QT: The Value of Consistency in Your Running Routine (Best Of-ish) from 2020-05-01T00:00
How important is consistency in training to your growth as a runner?
I'm not going to say it's the most important thing, but it might be!
Consistency in all aspects of your life, ...
833 Listener Q&A April 2020 from 2020-04-25T00:00
You ask, I answer! That's pretty much the "formula" for this Q&A episodes.
This month's questions from the peanut gallery cover such topics as shoe retirement, inseam length, Cadbury eggs,...
832 Rik Zortman Is Using His Human Etch-A-Sketch Skills To Honor Others from 2020-04-20T00:00
Rik Zortman really is a human etch a sketch!
When Rik goes out for a run, he typically looks for an area where he can "write" words, phrases, or names with his GPS tracking.
Why?...
831 QT: Your Mid-Run Fueling Options are Virtually Endless from 2020-04-17T00:00
When it comes to fueling for a run/race, you know you have more options than just gels, right?
Look, if the pre-packaged, highly processed, and over-processed sucrose/fructose sludge works...
830 Dr. Rebecca Smith Focuses On The Core Values Of Physical Therapy from 2020-04-13T00:00
Dr. Rebecca Smith is my kind of physical therapist!
She definitely believes in the value of preventing injuries, and she's also a big fan of functional strength training for runners.
<...
829 QT: The Mental Finish Line is a Very Real Thing from 2020-04-10T00:00
Running is a physical sport, no doubt about it. But it's easy to overlook the role that mental strength/fitness plays in our running success as well.
Today I'm diving into mental finish li...
828 Tammy Giberson Is Proof That Random Thoughts Have Value from 2020-04-05T00:00
Two years ago, Tammy Giberson would have laughed you out of the room if you asked her to join you for a run.
But after she decided to participate in a Turkey Trot in 2018, things have cha...
827 QT Stress is Stress is Stress (Best Of-ish) from 2020-04-03T00:00
How stressed are you feeling right now?
If you're like me, this whole COVID-19 "situation" has got you feeling a bit more stressed than usual.
How to handle said stress? Go out an...
826 Brodie Sharpe Is Sharing His Physio Secrets For Any Injured Runner from 2020-03-30T00:00
Brodie Sharpe has a passion for sharing his knowledge with fellow runners with the goal of helping them stay healthy and out of his office!
Brodie is a physio that specializes in keeping r...
825 Listener Q&A March 2020 from 2020-03-28T00:00
You ask, I answer!
With all the craziness that COVID-19 has heaped upon us, a little bit of "same old, same old" is a good thing!
As is our routine around here, at the end of the ...
824 Jason Marcucilli is On The MARC When It Comes To Functional Strength from 2020-03-23T00:00
Jason Marcucilli got started in running as something to do with his daughter, but it didn't take long for him to really get into the sport!
Over the years, he's had to adapt his running du...
821 QT: Diz's Law of Accumulated Fatigue for Runners from 2020-03-20T00:00
Most runners have experienced some tired, heavy legs at some point in their careers.
The cause of such feelings? Accumulated fatigue.
Because I'm a douche, I've gone ahead and "cr...
823 QT: Coming Back from Injury Intelligently (Best Of-ish) from 2020-03-20T00:00
There are few things more frustrating to a runner coming back from an injury than reaggravating said injury.
Yet I see it happen, far too often.
Hopefully, you won't find yourself...
822 Jenn Reichle Credits Running And Disney For Improved Mental Health from 2020-03-16T00:00
Jenn Reichle has been a Disney fan for about as long as she can remember.
She's only become a running fan in the past few years, thanks to discovering you can run races at Walt Disney Worl...
820 Amanda Brooks Is Helping The "Everyday" Athlete Run To The Finish from 2020-03-09T00:00
Amanda Brooks is (finally!) back on the show for round two!
This time around, we are talking about coming back to running after an extended time off due to injury, lots of coaching talk, a...
819 QT: Plyometrics 101, Specifically for Runners from 2020-03-06T00:00
What are plyometrics? And, more specifically, are they something that would be beneficial for runners?
Plyometrics may not be appropriate for every runner, but there are definitely situati...
818 Maria Papalia-Meier Survived Sepsis And Is Still Running Against All Odds from 2020-03-01T00:00
Maria Papalia-Meier was training for her first half marathon when what she thought was the flu turned out to be something much more serious.
She was ultimately diagnosed with septic shock,...
817 Listener Q&A February 2020 from 2020-02-29T00:00
Just like that, another month is almost history.
But before we slam the door shut on February 2020, let's do a little Q&A!
This month, I'm taking questions on speed workouts, main...
816 Paul Ronto Is Sharing What He Learned About The State Of Ultra Running from 2020-02-24T00:00
Paul Ronto is a guy that loves some time outdoors, and that certainly includes regularly logging mile running on the roads and trails.
But Paul is also a bit of a data nerd. So when he had...
815 QT: What Got You Here May Not Get Your There (Best Of-ish) from 2020-02-21T00:00
When it comes to your training, consistency is vitally important.
However, it's important to recognize that consistent training doesn't mean that you're doing the same training forever.
814 David Mutnick Is Committed To Making Positives Out Of Negatives from 2020-02-17T00:00
David Mutnick wasn't a runner until cancer impacted his family.
After his father's diagnosis, he started running with Team in Training to help find a cure, and hasn't looked back.
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813 QT: Are Your Running Injuries Really Running Injuries? from 2020-02-14T00:00
No runner ever wants to get injured. Yet, statistically at least, a lot of us deal with various running injuries each year.
But what if I told you that your running injury may be caused by...
812 David Dushkin Changed The Trajectory Of His Life With One Decision from 2020-02-10T00:00
David Dushkin thought his runDisney career was over a couple of years ago.
But after a dear friend lost his fight with cancer, David came back to Disney one last time to run in honor of hi...
811 QT: Lessons Learned from Running One Marathon Per Month in 2019 from 2020-02-07T00:00
In 2019, I set a goal of running at least one marathon (or longer) distance each month.
While technically I failed at this goal, I still learned a few things that will help me in 2020 and ...
810 Kelsey Keil Is Running For A Cause So Others Can Have Her Outcome from 2020-02-02T00:00
Kelsey Keil won her fight with leukemia when she was just a young girl.
As an adult she continues to support the fight against this disease as a member of Team in Training.
Check ...
809 Listener Q&A January 2020 from 2020-02-01T00:00
Another month, another episode of Q&A!
Every month, you ask and I do my best to try to answer.
This month, I'm fielding questions on surviving the pain cave, cutback weeks, coachi...
808 Ray Magana Is A Run Disney Veteran Sharing His Tips and Best Advice from 2020-01-27T00:00
Ray Magana isn't shy about his Disney fandom.
And as a runner, it's not surprising that he's also a fan of running races while visiting Walt Disney World.
He's run so many runDis...
807 QT: My Charity Running Experience + Lessons Learned from 2020-01-24T00:00
The 2020 Goofy Challenge is done and dusted, and what an adventure it was!
My first time running a race as a charity runner was an adventure, to say the least, and there were certainly ple...
806 Shaun Penrod Is Arming Runners With The Tools To Run Faster Marathons from 2020-01-20T00:00
Shaun Penrod has found running to be a tool that helps him be a better version of himself in every area of his life.
Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com...
805 QT: Speed Up the Post-Race Recovery Process from 2020-01-17T00:00
Taking enough time to recover properly after a race is something that a lot of runners struggle with.
Why?
Because runners want to run!
Here are some suggestions for help...
804 Stephanie Dannenberg Found That Her Missing Piece Was On The Trails from 2020-01-13T00:00
Stephanie Dannenberg has had some pretty epic highs and lows in the past couple of years.
From injuries that kept her out of the sport for large chunks of time to finishing atop the podium...
DRR 803 QT Running A Race For Fun from 2020-01-11T00:00
For some runners, the idea of running a race simply for fun is pretty much second nature.
But for those of us with a bit of a competitive streak? Racing simply with the goal of having fun ...
802 Matt Krul Finds The Magic Is In The Details Both At Disney And In Running from 2020-01-05T00:00
Matt Krul has only recently gotten into running and racing, but given his love of all things Disney it only makes sense that runDisney events have been his "gateway drug."
He has a timelin...
801 QT: Utilize External Accountability to Help You Stay on Track and Crush Your Goals from 2020-01-03T00:00
What are you doing to help tilt the odds of hitting your goals in 2020 in your favor?
There are no shortage of tips and tactics that can help you stay on track, but one of the most powerfu...
800 Kristin Gordon Uses Lifes Obstacles As Motivation To Push Her Limits from 2019-12-30T00:00
Kristin Gordon has had more than a few highs and lows in the past year!
From running Boston to being sidelined by injury, and everything in between, it has certainly been a year.
...
799 Listener Q&A December 2019 from 2019-12-28T00:00
2019 is almost history, but we can't end the year without one last Listener Q&A episode of the show!
This month, I'm talking about holiday treats, dealing with burnout, helping new runners...
798 Cole Bensinger Opened A New World By Overriding His Self-Preservation from 2019-12-23T00:00
Cole Bensinger and I shared a few easy miles and a great conversation at the Big Beach Marathon in 2019.
And in today's episode, we are picking up our conversation right where we left off...
797 QT: Nail Your Big Running Goals in 2020 and Beyond from 2019-12-19T00:00
As far as I'm concerned, when it comes to goals bigger is always better!
That's what she said...
However, what is the use of having a big goal if you aren't able to hit said goal ...
796 Shana Miller Has Made Her Vision For Stiletto Running A Reality from 2019-12-16T00:00
Shana Miller has built her business and brand by combining her passions of running and fashion.
And like a fine wine or a good scotch, both her running and her business keep getting better...
795 QT: The Key to Your Success is What Goes on Beneath the Surface from 2019-12-13T00:00
On the surface of the water, swans are these majestic birds that seem to simply float effortlessly across the pond.
But below the surface? It's a completely different story.
As ru...
794 Jon Ornee Lives Life Unapologetically After Almost Losing It from 2019-12-09T00:00
Jon Ornee has had quite the year.
After being hit by a car while riding his bike, his big goals for the year were immediately up in the air.
But instead of giving up, Jon doubled ...
793 QT: It's Ok to Make Running a Priority (In Fact, It's a Good Thing!) from 2019-12-06T00:00
Making your runs a priority doesn't have to be a selfish thing.
If running is a form of self-care for you, which it totally is for me, you owe it to those around you to make sure you're ge...
792 Dean Karnazes Became An Inspiration By Following His Passion from 2019-12-02T00:00
Dean Karnazes is a runner that is always looking for his next great adventure.
And that, more than anything else in our sport, is what has helped him become an absolute legend in the runni...
791 Listener Q&A Novermber 2019 from 2019-11-30T00:00
You ask, I answer!
Once again, it's time for a little Q&A. This month, I'm tackling a few heart rate questions, race day music choices, how to deal with ridiculous questions from non-runni...
790 Trish Barry Borboa Is a PT Focusing On Healing The Mind And The Body from 2019-11-25T00:00
Trish Barry Borboa isn't one to back down from a challenge, but thankfully she knew when to say when.
Trish recently attempted her first 100-miler, but had to pull out of the race due to ...
789 QT: So Much for Which to be Thankful from 2019-11-22T00:00
What are you thankful for as it relates to your running?
One thing I'm good at doing, and maybe you can relate, is taking things for granted and focusing on the things I need/want.
788 Dr. Kyle Bowling Created An Affordable And Fool-Proof Recovery Tool from 2019-11-18T00:00
Kyle Bowling is a legit triple threat when it comes to being a guest on Diz Runs Radio: not only is he a runner, but as a sports chiropractor he can talk running injuries all day and he's also an e...
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787 QT: Walking the Food Tight Rope this Holiday Season from 2019-11-15T00:00
The holidays are coming.
And I don't know about you, but I know that for me staying on track (or at least semi-on track) with my diet this time of year is a bit of a balancing act.
786 Kate White Is Going The Distance To Help Inspire Change from 2019-11-11T00:00
Kate White started running after getting connected with Team in Training.
After a few races, she had a baby and kind of drifted away from the sport.
But the seeds had already bee...
785 QT: Having the Right Soft Tissue Recovery Tools for the Job is Helpful from 2019-11-08T00:00
How many things in life are one-size-fits-all?
Not too many! At least not as far as I can tell.
When it comes to doing the kind of soft tissue work that will help you stay healthy...
784 Morgan Hawkins Is A Relatable Coach That Values The Run Experience from 2019-11-04T00:00
Morgan Hawkins is someone that I could talk to for days!
Morgan is a running coach, and she shares some great tips during our chat that any runner can benefit from.
She also talke...
783 QT: 6 Suggestions for Racing in the Rain from 2019-11-01T00:00
We would all love to have perfect weather on race day, but that seems to be more the exception than the rule.
What should you do as a runner when the race day forecast calls for rain?
...
782 Terry Hamlin Merges Old And New Principles To Build Better Runners from 2019-10-28T00:00
Terry Hamlin has been a beast in our sport for as long as I've been alive.
Over his decades in the sport, he's obviously seen the sport grow and change. And he's continued to evolve right ...
781 Listener Q&A October 2019 from 2019-10-26T00:00
You ask, I answer! At least that's how these monthly Q&A episodes are supposed to work.
And this month? Y'all have asked!
This month I'm taking your questions on my poison of choi...
780 Brandon Wood Braves The Elements To Experience All That Is Alaska from 2019-10-21T00:00
Brandon Wood has that typical "not a runner, started running, and now runs 100-milers" story.
Wait? That story isn't exactly typical?
Well then, Brandon Wood has that atypical sto...
779 My Take: The 2019 Cannonball Marathon from 2019-10-18T00:00
What's good, what's not so good, and what is meh about the Cannonball Marathon?
After running the 2019 Cannonball Marathon, I'm sharing my race weekend experience to help you decide if you...
778 Samantha Wood Knows Strength In Running Starts With The Feet from 2019-10-15T00:00
Samantha Wood is a beast of a runner--both in the ultra world and in the OCR world!
Samantha's running exploits aren't the only reason I was excited to speak with her, however. She's also ...
777 QT: There is Value in Taking Breaks - Mentally and Physically from 2019-10-11T00:00
How large of a role does mental fatigue play in your performance as a runner?
Probably more than you think.
As such, one way to improve your performance is to take the occasional ...
776 Matt Coriell Used Running As A Way To Get Through The Darkness from 2019-10-07T00:00
Matt Coriell has come a long way as a runner in a short amount of time.
A few years ago, he wasn't running at all. Now? He's gearing up for his first 100-miler!
Check out the full...
775 QT QT: Perfection Isn't Always Possible, but Progress Is from 2019-10-05T00:00
We all want our training to go perfectly to plan, especially when we are preparing for a race.
But how do you act when, inevitably, life happens and perfection is no longer attainable?
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774 Martin Schneekloth Is Focused On The Last Great Race from 2019-09-30T00:00
Martin Schneekloth has cemented his status as a legendary ultra runner.
For many of us, running one hundred miles borders on impossible.
Martin recently completed the "Last Great...
773 Listener Q&A September 2019 from 2019-09-28T00:00
Lookout, cookout! It's time for the September edition of the Listener Q&A!
This month's Qs cover the gamut from being salty to having a need for speed, sexy specs to favorite NFL teams.
772 Alison Heilig Is Arming Runners With Information On How To Be Durable from 2019-09-23T00:00
Alison Heilig learned the hard way, as many runners do, that injuries are a common issue in our sport.
However, instead of accepting running injuries as inevitable, she's become proactive ...
771 QT: Being Considerate of Other Runners Doesn't Happen by Accident from 2019-09-20T00:00
Walt Disney World is one of my favorite places to visit, but many guests (myself included, more often than I care to admit) fail to considerate of the other people visiting the parks with them.
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770 John Rigney Is Bringing Big Change With The Small World Challenge from 2019-09-16T00:00
John Rigney is willing to do whatever it takes to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, no matter how Dopey the idea.
John is one of my Team in Training teammates that is gear...
769 QT: Surviving the Perfect Storm of Running, Life, and Everything In Between from 2019-09-13T00:00
Fall is my favorite time of year.
But fall can also create a bit of a perfect storm for runners.
Between the increased training demands due to approaching fall races and adjustin...
768 David Theriot Thrives On The Unknown When Taking On New Challenges from 2019-09-08T00:00
David Theriot isn't one to wade into something new, at least as far as his running is concerned. Instead, he heads straight to the deep end.
When he got into running, the first race he sig...
767 QT: The Benefits of Adding Yoga to Your Regular Routine from 2019-09-07T00:00
Do you have a regular yoga practice?
If so, you don't need me to tell you how beneficial it is for you as a runner. But if you're not spending regular time on the mat, you may struggle to ...
766 Nancy Cook Not Only Conquers Mountains But Cancer As Well from 2019-09-02T00:00
Nancy Cook loves to run and race. And she really loves to win!
She's won or finished on the podium at a number of races over her career.
But her biggest victory?
Beating...
765 Listener Q&A August 2019 from 2019-08-30T14:22:06
It's the end of August, and that means it's time for some Listener Q&A!
Pretty sure this month I received more questions than ever, so this episode is a doozy! Questions cover topics inclu...
764 Ila Allen Isn't Using Age As An Excuse To Not Achieve Her Goals from 2019-08-26T00:00
Ila Allen is a woman that inspires me on a near daily basis.
Her dedication to consistently putting the work in is inspiring, to say the least. And just like the postal service, she's out ...
763 QT: Tips for Adding Double Days to Your Training Regimen from 2019-08-24T00:00
When it comes to adding miles to your regular routine, the easiest way to do so is to either add another day of running per week or run longer on the days you typically run.
There is anoth...
762 Cliff Pittman Knows A Positive Mindset Can Reach Beyond Race Results from 2019-08-18T00:00
Cliff Pittman has been running for most of the past 25 years of his life.
Running has looked considerably different for Cliff at various point of his journey, and he's recently found his w...
761 QT: Regular Route Getting Stale? Some Tips to Help Keep It Fresh from 2019-08-16T00:00
How often do you run basically the same route?
If you're like me, running the same route for virtually every one of my easy runs gets old after awhile.
Thankfully, it's not diffi...
760 Jodi Stoner Exemplifies What The Running Community Is About from 2019-08-12T00:00
Jodi Stoner is a woman that blends her love of running with her passion for giving as well as anyone I've ever known.
Jodi is actively involved with two great organizations, Ainsley's Ange...
DRR 759 QT Updated Product Reviews from 2019-08-10T00:00
Over time, it's possible that opinions can change right?
With that in mind, I decided to go back and give some updates to several products I've reviewed on the podcast over the years.
...
757 Laura Parson Is Attempting An FKT For A Cause Close To Her Heart from 2019-08-04T00:00
Laura Parson is back for her second time in the hot seat, but parts of the conversation felt very similar to our first chat.
Four years ago, Laura was getting ready to attempt to run acros...
757 QT: Pay Attention to Your Numbers Over Time from 2019-08-03T00:00
What numbers do you track that relate to your running? Do you even track any numbers?
Tracking our numbers not only gives us a way to track our progress, but when we look back at our numbe...
756 Pamela Torres Has 161 Reasons To Run For More Than Herself from 2019-07-29T00:00
Pamela Torres went from non-runner to completing the 161 mile Valor Run in pretty short order.
Her rapid rise up the distance ladder hasn't always been easy, but the attention it's brought...
755 Listener Q&A July 2019 from 2019-07-27T00:00
You ask, I answer.
That's pretty much the "theme" of the monthly Listener Q&A episodes of the show.
This month's Qs include summer nutrition advice, nature calling mid-run, tacos,...
754 Eric Thuemmel Is Fostering A Love Of Running For Local Youth from 2019-07-22T00:00
Eric Thuemmel is, quite simply, good people.
Eric has had some pretty good success as a runner in his own right, but now he's more focused on sharing his knowledge and helping the next gen...
753 QT: Create a Pre-Run System to Get Out the Door on Time from 2019-07-19T00:00
Do you have a pre-run system?
Systemizing and documenting the steps you need to take to get ready for a run may seem a bit ridiculous. Because it is a bit ridiculous.
But if you'r...
752 Chris Ward Has Found Adventure and Himself In Multi-Day Stage Races from 2019-07-15T00:00
Chris Ward is back for round two on the show, and he is busting at the seems to talk about a race that he recently ran.
And, I'm not going to lie, after hearing how fired up he is about th...
751 QT: A Little Change Can Be a Good Thing from 2019-07-12T00:00
I'm a big believer in routine. Of consistency. Of picking a course of action, or training philosophy, and sticking with it.
That said, there are times when a well thought out change to the...
750 Mary Johnson Does What Needs to Be Done on Race Day (Best Of) from 2019-07-10T00:00
Today we are taking a trip down memory lane and revisiting the conversation I had with Mary Johnson back in episode 318.
Mary shares some great stories from her races, lessons learned the ...
749 Revisiting One of the Most Powerful Episodes of the Show with Gene (Best Of) from 2019-07-08T00:00
When I first spoke with Gene in 2016, I thought it was one of the best interviews I had recorded up to that point of the show.
Now, two and half years later, I still think it's one of the ...
748 QT: Raise Your Floor to Raise Your Ceiling (Best Of-ish) from 2019-07-05T00:00
Do you find yourself starting from basically the same point every training cycle? Do you finish a race, after building up your mileage in preparation for the event, and then let your mileage go bac...
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747 Mirna Valerio, aka the Mirnavator, is One Badass Runner (Best Of) from 2019-07-03T00:00
Care to join me for a little trip down memory lane?
Back in October of 2017, I had a great chat with Mirna Valerio, aka the Mirnavator.
Check out the show notes for today's episod...
746 An Anniversary Episode: 5 Years Of Diz Runs Radio from 2019-07-02T00:00
On July 1st, 2014, Diz Runs Radio (formerly known as The Diz Runs With... Podcast) became a thing.
And here we are now, five years and 746 episodes later, still going strong!
In t...
745 All Roads Lead To Rome Best Ofish from 2019-06-28T00:00
When it comes to progress in our sport, how patient are you?
If you are constantly bouncing from one coach to another, or one training philosophy to another, you are most likely slowing do...
744 Listener Q&A June 2019 from 2019-06-27T00:00
6 months down, 6 months to go!
Don't look now, but 2019 is at the midway point. In another 6 months, it'll be 2020. Can you believe it?
Before we roll the calendar over to July, h...
743 Murray Collum Began Running For Himself and Now Has a Bigger Purpose from 2019-06-24T00:00
When Murray Collum started running, his motivation was to change his life for the better by improving his life.
3 years later, Murray's motivation to continue running is to help change th...
742 QT: How to Handle a Poor Race Day Performance from 2019-06-22T00:00
How do you handle a poor race day performance?
If you run long enough, you are virtually guaranteed to have a day where your results aren't even close to your expectations.
Being ...
741 Nita Sweeney Has Learned That Depression Hates a Moving Target from 2019-06-19T00:00
Nita Sweeney has found running to be so much more than a form of physical exercise.
After battling mental health struggles for many years, Nita decided to try running with her dog.
740 Angie Whitworth Pace Has No Shortage of Goals and Loads of Fun from 2019-06-17T00:00
Angie Whitworth-Pace has done more in her first decade in the sport than many runners will do in a lifetime!
She's checked quite a few items off of her running goal list, but she's still c...
739 QT: What is the Best Speed Workout for Runners from 2019-06-15T00:00
What is the most beneficial speed workout that you can/should be doing?
Is there even such a thing?
In a word, there absolutely is a "best" speed workout for you to do.
...
738 Chris and Christine Walsh Are Entrepreneurs With a Big Vision from 2019-06-12T00:00
Chris and Christine Walsh are partners in many areas of life, but running isn't exactly one of them.
While they are certainly both runners, they each have their own goals and ambitions wit...
737 Jeff Fleming Has Found His Joy and His Community While On The Trails from 2019-06-10T00:00
Jeff Fleming is all about running dem trails!
Will he run on the road? Sure, if he has to.
But if the option to get out on the trails is there, it's a safe bet that is the choice ...
736 QT: FAQs About Strength Training for Runners (Vol 3) from 2019-06-08T00:00
Strength training do's and don'ts.
That is the general theme of today's strength training for runners FAQ episode.
What exercises should you do? Which should you avoid?
...
735 Anna Landry Loves Talking All Things Obstacle Course Racing from 2019-06-05T00:00
Anna Landry adds in a little mud, some obstacles, and the occasional burped to most of her races these days.
Anna is an OCR athlete, and a pretty darn good one too!
Check out the ...
734 Gina Johnson Relied On Running To Help Her Through Dark Times from 2019-06-03T00:00
Gina Johnson isn't one to give up in the face of adversity.
Even if the adversity comes in the form of a heart attack while she was training for her first half marathon.
No matter...
733 QT: Heart Rate Variability for Runners from 2019-06-01T00:00
As runners, is there a benefit to using heart rate variability to guide or training or is it just more data than what we really need?
I've been keeping track of my HRV for most of the past...
732 Listener Q&A May 2019 from 2019-05-30T00:00
It's that time again y'all...
You ask, I answer!
This month, I'm taking your questions on topics such as mental struggles, trail running suggestions, planning your race, and a who...
731 Brandon Yonke Always Finds His Way Back To the Trails from 2019-05-27T14:22:07
It's been a minute since Brandon Yonke has been on the show.
And by a minute, I mean it's been over 600 episodes since we chatted!
Needless to say, we have a lot of catching up to...
730 QT: Summer Running and Staying Safe with the Heat and Humidity from 2019-05-24T14:22:07
How do you feel about summer running?
Some runners love the heat. Others, not so much.
No matter where you fall on the summer running spectrum, summer is here (at least for most ...
729 Tere Zacher Uses Her Positive Attitude To Make Big Strides In Her Career from 2019-05-22T00:00
Tere Zacher is (finally!) back for another chat on the show, and to say it's long overdue would be quite the understatement!
In addition to being a great athlete, Tere is also aware of the...
728 Eric Wilden Discovered How Meditation and Running Can Work Together from 2019-05-20T00:00
Eric Wilden started meditating long before he started running.
Once he started running, he found many of the same mindfulness practices that help him in his daily life also serve him well ...
727 QT: How Valuable is an Improvement of One Percent, Really? from 2019-05-17T00:00
How much does an improvement of one percent really matter?
In the short term? Probably not much.
Longer term? There may be nothing more vital to you nailing your big running goals...
726 MK Fleming Is In The Business Of Protecting Fitness from 2019-05-14T00:00
MK Fleming is incredibly passionate about the sport of running--not just her running but in helping others as well.
And consider yourself warned, her passion is infectious!
Check ...
725 Tyler Christensen Took Control Of His Life Through Running from 2019-05-12T00:00
Tyler Christensen got back into running last year after some time away from the sport. And that first run back? He couldn't even run a mile.
Less than a year late, he's back to running mar...
724 QT: Overcome Insanity by Working Smarter Instead of Harder from 2019-05-10T00:00
If the definition of insanity is doing the same thing repeatedly while expecting a different result, I think a lot of runners are borderline nuts.
At least, I know I am.
Too often...
723 After 356 Marathons, Chuck Van Duzee is Still Going Strong! (Best-Of) from 2019-05-09T00:00
Today I'm taking a trip down memory lane to revisit a chat from last year with Chuck Van Duzee.
Chuck recently ran his 356th marathon, and the man has no plans of hanging up his running sh...
722 Danielle Radden Is Reminding Runners About the Importance of Fun from 2019-05-06T00:00
Danielle Radden just gets it.
She makes sure that her running is fun, first and foremost.
Everything else? Details.
Check out the full show notes for this episode at htt...
721 QT: Your Body is a Complex Ecosystem from 2019-05-04T00:00
Our bodies are super complex.
But one thing that is easy to overlook is the fact that when something impacts any part of your body, the entire body is also impacted.
As such, thin...
720 Dr. Anthony Fleg Created A Community By Using Running As Medicine from 2019-05-02T00:00
Dr. Anthony Fleg believes that running is one of the most powerful medicines available.
And I tend to think he's right.
A few years ago, he founded the Running Medicine program. A...
719 Listener Q&A April 2019 from 2019-04-29T00:00
You ask, I answer!
It's a pretty simple formula, really.
This month's questions cover the gamut: hot dogs, shoe rotation, fictional characters, and a whole lot more!
Chec...
718 QT FAQs About Strength Training for Runners (Vol 2) from 2019-04-26T00:00
There are some great myths out there related to strength training for runners.
In today's QT, I'm channeling my inner Mythbuster and (hopefully!) dispelling some common strength training m...
717 Erica Weitz Steadily Chips Away At Her Goals Until They're Reality from 2019-04-24T14:38:51
Erica Weitz is proof that hard work, over time, can lead to some pretty substantial results.
This former college walk-on is now an Olympic Trials Qualifier in the marathon.
And i...
716 Kandi Newkirk wears blue and runs to remember the fallen from 2019-04-22T00:00
Kandi Newkirk runs to help remember those that should never be forgotten.
And as the Director of Race Relations for wear blue: run to remember, she is encouraging runners to keep the memor...
715 QT: 2019 Boston Marathon Takeaways/Lessons Learned from 2019-04-20T00:00
Did you watch the 2019 Boston Marathon? You know I did!
After watching the elites do their thing on the road from Hopkinton to Boston, I came away with a few lessons that (hopefully!) will...
714 Lisa Pozzoni Teaches Proper Form To Ensure A Lifetime Of Running from 2019-04-17T16:46:28
Lisa Pozzoni is an ardent believer in the value of good running form.
As a coach and a Chi Running instructor, improving form is always a focus for her and her athletes.
Your form...
713 Michael Miller Is Making The "Born To Run" Experience Accessible To All from 2019-04-15T13:51:19
Michael Miller has created an running event that, in my opinion, is unlike anything else available in the running world.
If you've read Born to Run, odds are you can only imagine how amaz...
712 QT: Is It Worth It? Orange Mud Transition Wrap and CTM Band from 2019-04-12T14:27:14
The good. The bad. The ugly.
That's how I do product reviews.
Today I'm discussing the Orange Mud Transition Wrap and the CTM Band.
Are they awesome? A waste of money? So...
Special Announcement! from 2019-04-11T17:43:36
I am officially running the 2020 Goofy Challenge as a charity runner with Team in Training.
If you're willing to help support the cause, please donate at http://DizRuns.com/goofy
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711 Jenny Nakamura Finds Joy In Sharing Her Running Story from 2019-04-09T00:00
Jenny Nakamura is a woman that loves a good race!
Road or trail, long or longer, if she has a chance to run a race she's probably going to jump at it!
Check out the full show note...
710 Pamela Weir Turned To The Trails When Tragedy Struck from 2019-04-08T14:40:03
Pamela Weir started running because she thought it was an inexpensive way to maintain her fitness. (And as we all know, this sport can be anything but inexpensive!)
But as is often the cas...
709 QT When Opportunity Presents, Should You Take It? from 2019-04-05T00:00
When opportunity knocks, how do you respond?
Are you quick to say yes? Do you look for excuses to say no?
Sometimes we have opportunities that we say no to now with the expectatio...
708 Lindsey Cope Started Running Early and Has No Plans of Stopping (Again) from 2019-04-04T00:00
Lindsey Cope has seen her running life come full circle in the past 10+ years.
Lindsey ran her first marathon at 17 years old, and also ran on her college's cross country team her freshman...
707 Chris Wehrman Can Help Anyone Run Better Through The Use Of An App from 2019-04-02T00:00
Chris Wehrman had a very successful career as an elite runner.
Since he hung up his racing shoes, he's been helping many runners in his area as a coach.
Recently, he and his partn...
QT: Is There an Actual Benefit to Doing a Shakeout Run? from 2019-03-30T00:00
What's the deal with shakeout runs?
What are they, exactly? Should you do them? Are they helpful?
Or, are they just something that most runners do so we all continue to do them be...
705 Listener Q&A March 2019 from 2019-03-28T00:00
You ask, I answer!
As March is drawing to a close, I'm taking your questions on running hills, heart rate training, eating tacos, and a whole lot more.
With a little luck, my answ...
704 Mike Swinger Is Providing Runners With A DIY Guide To Injury Prevention from 2019-03-25T14:27:21
Mike Swinger is a PT that really enjoys working with runners to help us keep running injury free.
Last time Mike was on the show, we talked about some different exercises and things you ca...
703 QT FAQs About Strength Training for Runners (Vol 1) from 2019-03-22T00:00
If you've been paying attention, you know that strength training is beneficial to us as runners.
But knowing strength training is a good thing doesn't mean that you know how to best incorp...
702 Jessica Jones Dreams Big When It Comes To Her Marathon Goals from 2019-03-20T00:00
Jessica Jones has some lofty goals for the next year or so.
And I have little doubt that she's going to absolutely crush it!
Find out what she's planning, and how she's already be...
701 Crystal Shinosky Believes She Can Unless Proven Otherwise from 2019-03-18T14:25:51
Crystal Shinosky has made up for lost time as it relates to her running.
She didn't really get into running until she was almost 40 years old, but since then she's become a bonafide runnin...
700 QT: Not Sure What's Next? Just Get Started and See What Happens from 2019-03-16T00:00
It's a bit crazy, but the facts are facts: there have been 700 episodes of Diz Runs Radio over the past (almost) 5 years.
Honestly? Can't quite believe it.
When I started the show...
699 Menachem Brodie May Not Run Much But He Knows What Runners Need from 2019-03-13T00:00
Menachem Brodie isn't as much of a runner as many of the people that I talk to on the show, but it isn't for lack of desire.
It seems like overtime Brodie has tried to run, he's wound up i...
698 Alex Hutchinson Is Sharing His Knowledge On Sweat Science from 2019-03-12T00:00
Alex Hutchinson is someone that I've wanted to talk to for awhile now.
As the man behind the Sweat Science blog, he dives deep into the scientific research about running and translates it ...
QT: What is a Proper Active Recovery Anyway? from 2019-03-09T00:00
What is an active recovery?
To me, active recovery is one of those terms that seems pretty simple but is actually kind of hard to define.
And if I'm having a hard time simply defi...
696 Rob Steger Is Proof That Ordinary People Can Do Extraordinary Things from 2019-03-07T00:00
Not many years ago, Rob Steger didn't run at all.
These days, Rob runs ultras. And not just ultras, but 200+ milers!
#mindblown
Check out the full show notes for this epi...
695 Nate Loman Will Try Any Combination Of Sports At Least Once from 2019-03-04T00:00
Nate Loman is an all-around endurance sports junkie.
Doesn't matter if it's running, swimming, cycling, or some combination of activities, if it's an endurance sport he's up for it!
694 QT: Focus on What You Can Control, Don't Sweat the Rest (Best Of-ish) from 2019-03-02T00:00
How much time and energy do you waste focusing on things that are beyond your control?
Lots of us, myself absolutely included, worry way too much about things that we can't control.
693 Listener QA February 2019 from 2019-02-28T00:00
You ask, I answer!
And with a little luck, the answers might actually be useful!
This month, the Qs you've asked me to A cover topics including ultras, Altras, Cadbury Eggs, and a...
692 Sasha Yazzie Is a Native On The Run With Big Goals In Her Future from 2019-02-26T00:00
Sasha Yazzie is a warrior, no doubt about it.
After being unable to run the marathon distance in her first few attempts, Sasha is back to training and is determined to finally cross her fi...
691 QT: Stuck Inside? How to Turn Lemons into Treadmill Lemonade from 2019-02-23T00:00
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. At least, that's how the saying goes.
For many runners, being forced to run on the treadmill is akin to having a boatload of lemons.
So ...
690 Patsy Ramirez-Arroyo Is Taking The Ultra World By Storm from 2019-02-21T00:00
Patsy Ramirez-Arroyo isn't one to give up when the going gets tough.
When Hurricane Marie devastated Puerto Rico, she laced up her shoes and ran around the island checking on friends and f...
689 Dr. Richard Schlenk Is Running Forward And Giving Back To His Community from 2019-02-18T15:08:39
Richard Schlenk is as busy as they come.
A few of the titles he has earned include neurosurgeon, race director, ultra runner, husband, and father.
Clearly, in order to wear all o...
688 QT: Goal Check! Are You on Track for Success This Year? from 2019-02-15T14:46:33
Are you still on track to successfully reach your goals for 2019?
Do you even remember you goals for 2019?
The best way to set yourself up for success with big goals is to regular...
687 Alyson Wessells Is Leading Exercise Research With An Unusual Specimen from 2019-02-14T00:00
Alyson Wessells is a scientist that studies how endurance exercise potentially leads to genetic adaptations.
In fruit flies.
Turns out, fruit flies are very similar to us as human...
686 Bobby Crim Laid The Foundation For A Healthier Community from 2019-02-11T00:00
Bobby Crim has a pretty good chance of finishing on the podium, if not outright winning, his age group in every single race he runs.
Apparently, most races don't feature a lot of runners i...
685 QT Stop Striving For Balance from 2019-02-09T00:00
How well are you able to balance running with all of the other things going on in your life?
What if I told you that instead of trying to find balance you may be better suited embracing th...
684 Justin Horneker Navigates Running Post Collegiately For All To Hear from 2019-02-06T00:00
Justin Horneker has learned that finding joy in running is key to continuing to run as life evolves.
Many college runners struggle with the transition from competitive running to incorpora...
683 Jennifer Jamison Won't Let a Natural Disaster Derail Her Goals from 2019-02-05T00:00
Jennifer Jamison continues to impress me with her focus and determination to reach her goals, no matter what is going on in her life at the moment.
As her coach, I've witnessed this focus ...
682 My Take: The Big Beach Marathon from 2019-02-02T00:00
What's good, what's not so good, and what is meh about the Big Beach Marathon?
After running the 2019 Big Beach Marathon, I'm sharing my race weekend experience to help you decide if you m...
681 Listener Q&A January 2018 from 2019-01-31T00:00
One month down, eleven more to go!
But before we slam the door completely on January 2019, it's time for some Listener Q&A!
This month, I'm taking questions on coffee, shoe rotati...
680 Frieda Edgette Is Giving Women Everywhere the Courage to Run from 2019-01-28T00:00
Frieda Edgette has had a long career in and around politics, and even considered a run for office at one point.
But after life does what life does, Frieda found herself with a different pe...
679 QT: Make Sure You Have Fun While Chasing Big Goals from 2019-01-26T00:00
I love a big running goal.
In my opinion, the bigger the better!
When we set big goals, the kind that will take years to achieve, it's important to make sure you're having fun as ...
678 Haley Duke Is Finding Her Balance In Motherhood, Running, and Life from 2019-01-24T00:00
Haley Duke is a woman that makes her health and fitness a priority.
No matter what life throws at her, from kids to difficult races to dietary changes that go against running conventional ...
677 Nikki and David Harvey Are Proof That Running Strengthens Everything from 2019-01-22T00:00
Nikki and David Harvey are a true team in many areas of life.
This husband and wife duo started running together, and they continue to train and race together at every opportunity.
676 QT The Problem With Procrastination for Us Runners from 2019-01-18T00:00
Does procrastination get the better of you on occasion?
Lord knows I'm a procrastinator through and through! And no matter how much I try to work ahead, if I don't have a deadline to meet ...
675 Scott Frasard Is Helping Animals One Virtual Race At A Time from 2019-01-17T00:00
Being called stubborn isn't always a compliment, but Scott Frasard wears the label with pride.
When it comes to his running/triathlon career, being stubborn has served him well.
N...
674 Katie Fuller Is On A Streak...A Five Year Run Streak That Is from 2019-01-14T00:00
For Katie Fuller, it's not a question of whether or not she's going to run today.
She's going to run today. Period. End of story.
Katie has laced up her shoes and gotten out the...
673 QT Does Your Cadence Really Matter? from 2019-01-11T16:34:17
How much does your cadence matter, really?
Some people defend 180 steps per minute as this ideal that all of us should strive for and we will all be better for if we can hit that perfect r...
672 Nicole Stirling Was Transformed Through 366 Days Of Running from 2019-01-10T00:00
When Nicole Stirling decided to get serious about running, she didn't mess around!
She set out to run for 366 straight days, because leap year.
And while she isn't afraid to take ...
671 Amy Mangueira Won't Let Her Health Dictate Her Goals from 2019-01-07T15:53:34
Amy Mangueira thought that she would be one and done with the marathon.
Apparently, if you pick NYC as your first marathon, that doesn't happen!
After running New York in 2018, wh...
670 QT Proactively Addressing the Obstacles in Your Path from 2019-01-05T00:00
Have you set your sights high for the new year? Are you ready to make 2019 your best year of running yet?
I know I am, and I hope you are too!
Have you put any plans in place to h...
669 Liz Ferro Is Creating Positive Changes Through Girls With Sole from 2019-01-02T00:00
Liz Ferro started running when she was just a kid, and she pretty much hasn't stopped sense!
But more importantly, through her organization Girls With Sole, she's helping girls to discover...
668 Listener QA December 2018 from 2018-12-31T16:19:54
We can't close to book on 2018 without taking the time to answer some questions, right?
Right!
In the last Listener Q&A episode of the year, I'm taking your questions on heart rat...
667 QT Are Your Running Priorities/Goals Changing? That's OK! (Best Of-ish) from 2018-12-29T00:00
When you set a goal, do you stick with it come hell or high water or are you willing to change your mind?
A few years ago, I really struggled with the idea of letting go of a goal. But as ...
666 QT: Don't Forget that Patience is DEFINITELY a Virtue (Best Of-ish) from 2018-12-27T00:00
You do realize that making progress toward your running goals takes time, right?
In today's trip-ish down memory lane, I'm revisiting an episode from May of 2017.
I think as runn...
665 QT: When Should You Start Training for Your Next Race (Best Of-ish) from 2018-12-25T00:00
When should you start training for your next race?
Most training plans are about 16 weeks in duration, but if you want to do more than just finish your race you would be wise to start trai...
DRR 664 QT Setting The Right Goals from 2018-12-22T00:00
Are you setting the right goals for yourself in 2019?
If you're setting goals willy nilly in the new year, I'd like to encourage you to be just a bit more strategic in your goal setting.
663 QT: When Setting New Goals, Look Back Before Looking Forward from 2018-12-19T16:49:02
Before you set your running goals for 2019, the most important thing you can do is look back.
What went well in 2018? What didn't go to plan?
Looking back and learning from the pa...
662 Verna Volker Is a Native American Working to Change the Narrative from 2018-12-18T00:00
Verna Volker is helping to shine the light on an underrepresented segment of the running community: Native Americans.
Verna shares some ideas for ways that the rest of us can make Native r...
661 QT: One Year of Heart Rate Training; Good, Bad, and Ugly from 2018-12-15T00:00
Does slowing down really help you get faster?
After a year-long experiment with heart rate training, I'm sharing my results on this episode.
I definitely ran quite a bit slower in...
660 Jeff MacBane Finds Knowledge In Every Running High and Low from 2018-12-13T00:00
Jeff MacBane has been running for quite a few years.
As he's changed over the years, running has been one of the constants in hie life no matter what life looked like at the moment.
<...
659 Lisa Braden is Educating Athletes on the Importance of Optimal Fueling from 2018-12-10T00:00
Lisa Braden started 2018 having never crossed the finish line of a marathon, and in less than a year she's now a 3x marathon finisher!
While she's still relatively new to marathon running,...
658 QT: Is Intermittent Fasting Ok for Distance Runners? from 2018-12-07T00:00
There is a lot of research showing that intermittent fasting provides an array of health benefits.
Will running performance be negatively impacted if you fast?
Maybe.
I'v...
657 Mike Clark Is A Race Director With Big Plans For The Future from 2018-12-06T00:00
Mike Clark would often notice things in the races he ran that he would change if he was in charge.
And now, he is in charge!
As the owner of Junction 311 Endurance Sports, Mike ru...
656 Alli Felsenthal Wants Fitness To Be Attainable For Everyone from 2018-12-03T00:00
Allí Felsenthal pretty much hit the ground running as a runner!
After just missing out on a BQ in her second marathon, when she didn't even know what a BQ was yet, she started to get a bit...
655 QT QT: Don't Forget to Take Care of Both Sides of Your Body from 2018-12-01T00:00
Have you ever had a little niggle on one side of your body, addressed it, and had the exact same issue crop up on the other side of your body?
I have.
And the reason is simple: we...
654 Listener Q&A November 2018 from 2018-11-29T00:00
You ask, I answer!
That's the formula for the monthly Listener Q&A episodes, and as November is winding to a close it's time for me to take a stab at providing some useful answers to your ...
653 Stephanie Xamin Believes In Empowering Runners Through Knowledge from 2018-11-27T00:00
Stephanie Xamin is a firm believe in the benefits of strength training for runners.
Clearly, this woman is speaking my language!
In addition to learning about Stephanie and her ru...
652 QT How to Stay on Track During the Holidays from 2018-11-24T00:00
It's that time of year again y'all!
The holidays can be a real bear when it comes to staying on track with your training and fitness goals.
From Thanksgiving to the start of the N...
651 Derek Murphy is Uncovering Cheaters One Race Result at a Time from 2018-11-22T00:00
Derek Murphy may not be a name that is familiar to you, but there is a very good chance you've at least heard of the work he does in the past few years.
Derek is the head sleuth over at Ma...
650 The Health Journey of Nicole Wade Has Extended Far Beyond Herself from 2018-11-19T15:32:05
Nicole Wade has been a runner for many years, but she's recently taken her relationship with the sport to another level.
She left a career that she was in for over 20 years to work with ru...
649 QT Is It Worth It? Gear Top Gloves, XO Skin Socks, Arm Warmers from 2018-11-17T00:00
It's been a minute since I've done a gear review episode here on the podcast.
Who am I kidding? It's been less like a minute and more like an hour since I've dished the good, the bad, and ...
648 Cassie Bryant is a Self-Proclaimed Former Fat Girl On Fire from 2018-11-15T00:00
Cassie Bryant made the decision to start taking charge of her health, and the results speak for themselves.
She's down 125+ lbs, but that is just the tip of the ice berg.
She's ha...
647 Thomas Paquette Has Found Lessons In Every High And Every Low from 2018-11-13T00:00
Thomas Paquette has had quite the 2018.
He ran Boston for the second time, and despite the weather had a much better experience.
He ran Chicago for the first time, and enjoyed the...
646 Quick Tip: How to Deal with Your Nerves on Race Day from 2018-11-10T00:00
Feeling nervous on race day is normal for a lot of runners.
The key is using that nervous energy positively instead of letting your nerves ruin your race.
How do you do that?
Listen
645 Aaron Iles Began Ultra Running At A Young Age And Hasn't Looked Back from 2018-11-07T15:22:08
Aaron Iles started his distance running career a bit earlier than most.
By the time he was 16, he'd already run a half marathon, full marathon, and an ultra marathon!
You know tha...
644 Sarah Scozzaro Found Her Purpose and Passion When At Her Lowest from 2018-11-05T00:00
Sarah Scozzaro isn't supposed to be running today.
After suffering an incredibly freak injury early in her running career, doctors told her she would never be able to run again.
S...
643 QT How Much Do You Really Need to Eat on Race Day? from 2018-11-03T00:00
We've all heard that we need to make sure we are taking in enough fuel during a race or long run.
But is there such a thing as too much fuel?
And if so, how do you know how much f...
642 Listener Q&A October 2018 from 2018-11-01T00:00
As October fades away into November, it's time for our monthly Q&A episode!
This month's questions, and there are a lot of questions, include the the idea of training for different races o...
641 Julia Lipeles Found That In Searching For Limits There Are None from 2018-10-30T00:00
Julia Lipeles loves to spend as much time as she can out on the trails.
As she continues to run longer races, she's planning to run her first 200-miler in 2019, she focuses on keeping thin...
640 My Take: The 7 Bridges Marathon from 2018-10-27T00:00
The 7 Bridges Marathon takes place every fall in Chattanooga, TN.
Last weekend, Beks and I made the trip up I-75 to experience the race, and the city, in person.
Should you consid...
639 Burcu Mirza is an Everyday Hero Saving Lives and Raising Awareness from 2018-10-25T00:00
Burcu Mirza doesn't hesitate to give of herself to help others, both literally and metaphorically!
Several years ago, she registered as a potential bone marrow donor through DKMS. And when...
638 Steve Page Is An Ultra Runner That Breaks The Mold from 2018-10-23T00:00
Steve Page isn't the type of guy to back down from a running challenge.
And in the past, that willingness to do any race at any time has gotten him into a bit of trouble.
Now that...
637 QT My Take: The 2018 Prairie Fire Marathon from 2018-10-20T00:00
On 14 October 2018, I toed the line of the Prairie Fire Marathon in Wichita, KS.
After 26.2 miles, here is my take on whether or not you should consider running the race at some point in t...
636 Charlee Crouse Shares How To Make A Difference One Step At A Time from 2018-10-18T00:00
Charlee Crouse has long had desire to help others, but only recently has that become part of her running life as well.
By day, Charlee works for DKMS and is helping to fight the fight agai...
635 Julia Chi Taylor Ran Barefoot Across Spain To Raise Awareness from 2018-10-15T00:00
The last time I talked to Julia Chi Taylor, she was gearing up for quite the adventure: to run barefoot across the country of Spain!
Now she's back and full of stories about her adventure!...
QT 634 QT: What You Think You Know About Lactic Acid is (Probably) Wrong from 2018-10-13T00:00
Do you think lactic acid causes muscle soreness?
If so, you're not alone. But you're wrong.
One of the most common untruths/misunderstandings in many running circles has to do wit...
633 Denise Sauriol Turned I Can't Into What Else Can I Do from 2018-10-11T00:00
For Denise Sauriol, the role running plays in her life has changed over the past 25 years.
From a non-runner that thought running 26.2 miles was virtually impossible to 100x marathon finis...
632 Rachel Frutkin is Inspiring Those Around Her to Run On Happy from 2018-10-09T00:00
Rachel Frutkin is passionate about living a healthy lifestyle and inspiring others to do the same.
That passion shows through on her blog and in her life as a running coach.
In ou...
631 QT Stop Comparing Where You are Today to Where You Were Yesterday from 2018-10-06T00:00
It's seldom a good idea to play the comparison game, yet it's something that almost can't be helped at time.
As bad as it is to compare our own running with others, it can be equally damag...
630 Tayte Pollmann is Working to Create a More Accessible Trail Community from 2018-10-04T00:00
Tayte Pullmann had the ability to run track and cross country in college, but he knew early that his true passion for the sport was on the trails and in the mountains.
After some impressiv...
629 Derek Boutang Ran the Majority of North America in a Few Short Years from 2018-10-02T00:00
Derek Boutang did some running in high school, but eventually, his passion for the sport waned, life got in the way, and he went through a bit of a running hiatus.
But when he eventually g...
628: QT: How to Prepare an Appropriate Race Plan for Your Goal Race from 2018-09-29T00:00
Do you have a plan to help you be successful for your next race?
And no, I'm not talking about a training plan.
I'm talking about an actual plan for what you will do on race day c...
627 Listener Q&A September 2018 from 2018-09-27T00:00
It's the end of another month, and that means that it's time for another round of Listener Q&A!
This month, the questions cover a variety of topics from Disney Characters to dog breeds, wi...
626 Angela Dunn is Proving that a Good Coach Isn't Defined By Gender from 2018-09-25T00:00
When Angela Dunn got a taste for coaching runners as an assistant coach at her alma mater, she new she was where she was supposed to be.
After a move to Colorado, she's struggled to land a...
625 QT: 4 Suggestions to Keep in Mind as Race Day Approaches from 2018-09-21T15:33:21
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624 AJ Scarlato is Holding Himself Accountable via Social Media from 2018-09-20T00:00
When AJ Scarlato signed up for his first marathon, he didn't know exactly what he was getting himself into. (Maybe you can relate?)
That first 26.2? Even though it was the Walt Disney Worl...
623 Amanda Love is Making Positive Changes in Her Community from 2018-09-18T00:00
Amanda Love had to choose an extra curricular activity to participate in as a kid, and she chose running. But it was hardly love at first run.
Amanda ended up quitting running, but the see...
622 QT: Keep The Good Bits of Advice and Dismiss The Rest from 2018-09-15T00:00
It seems these days that advice is either all good or all bad.
In actuality, there is usually a little bit of both in any advice that we receive.
The key is learning to pick out t...
621 Rob Rowald Didn't Let His Weight Stop Him From Obstacle Course Racing from 2018-09-12T00:00
When Rob Rowald was approaching 40, he decided he needed to make a change in his health.
So he started running.
After dropping close to 200 lbs, he decided to participate in his f...
620 Joe Pardo is a Full Time Entrepreneur and runDisney Fanatic from 2018-09-10T14:00:23
Joe Pardo has been a Disney fan for most of his life, so it only made sense when he got into running that he'd participate in a runDisney event.
And to date, almost every big race he's run...
619 QT Everything You Need/Want to Know About the Pocatello Marathon from 2018-09-07T17:00:35
After running the Pocatello Marathon recently, I have to say I'm a fan of the race!
In this less-than-quick tip, I'm talking about the good, the bad, and the meh of the Pocatello Marathon ...
618 David Welch is Helping to Change the Way Plant Based Eating Looks from 2018-09-06T00:00
David Welch has found a vegan lifestyle to be very beneficial to him as an ultra runner.
His interest in food choices isn't limited to his performance as a runner, however. In his day job ...
617 Luis Cocco has Successfully Merged Martial Arts and Ultra Running from 2018-09-03T00:00
Luis Cocco is a man in search of his limits.
And so far, he hasn't found them.
After spending much of his life training and competing in Taekwondo, he has started to shift his com...
616 QT: Your Best Bet is to Not Get Sick as Race Day Approaches from 2018-09-01T00:00
When preparing for a goal race, one thing that is easy to overlook (at least for me) is how much an illness can derail your progress.
There is never a good time to get sick, but when you'r...
615 Listener Q&A August 2018 from 2018-08-30T00:00
Another month drawing to a close means it's time for another Q&A episode of the podcast!
This month's questions include my favorite ice cream flavor, proper recovery protocol, staying moti...
614 Jaclyn Ricchio Finds Balance In Both Running and Everyday Life from 2018-08-28T00:00
When Jaclyn Ricchio started running a few years ago, it was the beginning of several changes she would ultimately make that have changed her life for the better.
Now, running looks a bit d...
613 QT When It Comes to Your Body, Everything is Connected from 2018-08-25T00:00
When dealing with any of the myriad of aches/pains/niggles that we as runners experience on occasion, it's easy to lose sight of the fact that what hurts may not be the actual problem.
Jus...
612 Lyndsey Fraser is Fueled By Big Goals in Life and on the Trails from 2018-08-22T00:00
Lyndsey Fraser enjoys spending as much time on the trails as she can.
And if that means slowing down on race day to be out on the trails a bit longer, that's fine by her.
In a pre...
611 Emily Garcia Enjoys Running for a Cause with Team Momentum from 2018-08-21T00:00
Emily Garcia is a runner and coach for Team Momentum, which is the charity running program for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
In this episode, we talk about why the MDA is so importan...
610 QT: Be Smart with Your Training to Set Yourself Up for Success from 2018-08-18T00:00
Why do something the hard way when you can still get the same results by working smarter?
It doesn't make sense to me.
When it comes to adding volume to your long runs, typically ...
609 Brodie Sharpe is Shining a Light on Everyday Running Legends from 2018-08-16T00:00
Brodie Sharpe has taken to running rather quickly over the last few years, but that doesn't mean he hasn't taken a few lumps along the way.
Like many runners before him, Brodie had to lear...
608 Greg Sisengrath Goes the Distance to Help Others Achieve Their Goals from 2018-08-14T00:00
Greg Sisengrath isn't a life-long runner, but it didn't take him long to fall in love with the sport once he got his first test.
And once Greg found trail and ultra running, his passion ar...
607 QT: Give Change a Chance Before Making a Final Decision from 2018-08-11T00:00
How patient are you?
I think runners tend to be slightly more patient than others, but we still suffer from the desire of instant gratification.
And that is especially true when w...
606 Walker Higgins Is Treating His Life As One Big Adventure from 2018-08-08T14:22:04
Walker Higgins simply enjoys being outside pushing himself mentally and physically.
In his past, he's been a staple on the adventure racing scene and a passionate SUPer.
While he ...
605 Nicklaus Combs Keeps Coming Back to a Distance That Continually Humbles from 2018-08-06T00:00
When Nicklaus Combs was bit by the running bug, he got it good!
Barely a day after running his first marathon, on a hot summer day on a paved loop no less, he signed up for his first 50 mi...
QT 604 Progress In Different Shapes And Sizes from 2018-08-04T00:00
How do you measure your progress as a runner?
Many of us look at the data to gauge how we are doing.
Am I running faster? Am I running farther?
I'm not saying that those ...
603 Jessica Bagley is on a Fitness Journey With No Destination from 2018-08-02T00:00
Jessica Bagley has found a new sense of confidence in herself and in her body since she got back into running.
Gone are the days of running because of a lack of confidence; now she runs fr...
602 Listener QA July 2018 from 2018-07-30T14:22:04
You ask, I answer!
That is pretty much the only rule for the monthly Q&A episode of the show.
This month, I'm taking questions related to my running goals, transitioning out of or...
601 QT: Work-Life Balance is a Myth, Sorry to Break it to You from 2018-07-27T15:24:22
Are you constantly struggling to achieve the perfect work-life balance?
Stop it.
Work-life balance sounds good in theory, but in the real world it is a myth.
You don't ne...
600 Becca Pizzi Embraces Challenges and Tackles Them Head On from 2018-07-25T00:00
Becca Pizzi isn't afraid to push her limits, especially when she has the chance to make history.
In addition to literally running around the world twice, Becca has also run Boston 17 strai...
599 Jay Nevans is Experienced in the Art of Race Directing and Timing from 2018-07-23T00:00
Jay Nevans knows races from every angle.
As a runner, mountain biker, and triathlete, he knows what makes a good race from the athlete's perspective.
But as a race director and th...
598 Correct Your Little Dogs, Don't Just Ignore Them from 2018-07-21T00:00
I love dogs of all breeds as much as the next guy. What I don't love are the little dog owners that are unwilling, for whatever reason, to correct their dog when necessary.
There are a few...
597 Stuart Mann was Born Into a Culture Where Running is Revered from 2018-07-19T00:00
Stuart Mann is a real runner. In South Africa, that means he's completed the Comrades Marathon.
The South African running culture revolves around Comrades. But, as Stuart shares, there are...
596 Jen Lefforge Provides a Breath of Fresh Air in a World of Stigmas from 2018-07-16T00:00
Jen Lefforge started running at the suggestion of a friend as a way to help manage her depression, and she pretty much hasn't stopped running since.
Over the years that she's been running,...
595 QT 7 Suggestions to Help You Keep Running for the Rest of Your Life from 2018-07-14T00:00
Do you want to be able to continue to run for the rest of your life?
If you're like most runners, myself included, the answer is a resounding yes!
So if life-long running is the g...
594 Deb Westergaard Found Inspiration in Living Through Every Runner's Nightmare from 2018-07-11T00:00
Deb Westergaard has been in a position that many of us would consider our running worst nightmare: realizing that she was about to get hit by a car while crossing the road on a training run.
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593 According To Lacy Jaye Hansen, Prairie Fire Is Worth The Trip from 2018-07-09T14:22:04
Running has been a major part of Lacy Jaye Hansen's life since before she started running!
That's what happens when you're born into a family of runners, eh?
Unlike some children ...
592 QT Always Follow the Rules of Vacation Running from 2018-07-07T00:00
What does vacation running look like for you?
When I'm on vacation, I have three basic rules I use to guide my running.
Today I'm sharing my rules for vacation running in hopes th...
591 Jason Bahamundi is a Plant Based Endurance Athlete That Doesn't Compromise on Taste from 2018-07-04T00:00
Once Jason Bahamundi started down the path of endurance sports, he quickly gravitated toward the longer races.
And once he found trail running, all bets were truly off!
Jason cont...
590 Dr. Kasey Hill Addresses the Root of the Problem with Long Term Solutions from 2018-07-02T00:00
Dr. Kasey Hill is one of those runners who doesn't care (too much) about racing but still enjoys the other benefits that running provides.
And he also enjoys working with runners to help t...
589 QT Miscellaneous Travel Tips for Your Next Destination Race from 2018-06-30T00:00
Today's quick tip episode is an amalgamation of quick tips bundled together.
A bit meta? Perhaps.
This is the final episode in the series of quick tips where I'm joined by travel ...
588 Listener QA June 2018 from 2018-06-28T00:00
Another month down, another episode where I go ahead and A your Qs!
This month, I'm talking about spousal competition, a #norunstreak, how to breathe, and a whole lot more!
Check ...
587 Gretchen Schoenstein Keeps Putting One Foot in Front of the Other from 2018-06-25T00:00
Gretchen Shoenstein is still going strong.
Back for a Round 2 after almost 2 years, Gretchen is closing in on her 75th half marathon finish after being told she should not run due to an au...
586 QT Is Travel Insurance Worth the Cost or a Complete Waste of Money? from 2018-06-23T00:00
When you're preparing for a trip, especially if it's a racecation, do you get travel insurance just in case?
I've never thought about getting travel insurance, but after talking to travel ...
585 Suzy Slane Pulls No Punches About Running Postpartum and Mental Illness from 2018-06-20T00:00
Suzy Slane isn't afraid to tell it like it is.
Life is a series of ups and downs for all of us, but most of us (myself included) tend to over share the good times and down play the rough p...
584 Dane Rauschenberg has Done His Research on the Best Races Around from 2018-06-19T00:00
Dane Rauschenberg isn't one to mince his words.
On social media or in person, Dane is always willing to tell it like he sees it.
And in his new book, Run This Place, Dane does exa...
583 QT: Avoiding Jet Lag when Traveling Across Time Zones for a Race from 2018-06-16T00:00
Traveling for a race can be great fun, but dealing with jet lag when traveling across time zones can really impact your performance on race day.
Today, I'm joined once again by travel expe...
582 BethAnn Telford Ran Around the World to Raise Awareness and Spread Hope from 2018-06-13T00:00
The first time BethAnn Telford was on the show, she shared her story about finding out she had a brain tumor while running the Marine Corps Marathon.
Since that diagnosis, she has dedicate...
581 Scott Riecke is an Ordinary Marathoner that is Anything But Ordinary from 2018-06-12T00:00
Last time Scott Riecke was on the show, he was deep in the training for his first Ironman.
Now he's back, and he's preparing for his next Ironman. Though things aren't going quite as smoot...
580 QT How to Eat Well When Traveling for a Race from 2018-06-09T00:00
My biggest issue when traveling to a race tends to revolve around food.
While restaurants options are typically available, restaurant food is almost always overpriced and less than ideal i...
579 Kari Gormley is Creating a Way of Life for the Long Run from 2018-06-06T14:22:12
As the saying goes, the only constant is change.
And that has certainly been true for Kari Gormley, as it relates to her running, in the 3+ years since our first chat.
Kari still ...
578 Melissa Kahn Created a Community that Continues to Push Boundaries from 2018-06-05T00:00
The Head Heifer is back!
Melissa Kahn is an awesome lady, and in our first chat we dove deep into her weight loss journey, being a Jenny Craig spokesman, and the formation of Run Heifer Ru...
577 QT How to Save Money When Traveling to a Destination Race from 2018-06-02T00:00
Traveling to a destination race is something many runners would love to do.
The cost of travel can be a major barrier to those dreams of seeing the country or world by way of running all t...
576 Listener Q&A May 2018 from 2018-05-31T00:00
Don't look now, but it's about time to turn the calendar from May to June!
And that only means one thing around these parts: it's time for another round of Listener Q&A!
This mont...
575 Mike Swinger Is Educating Runners On Injury Prevention from 2018-05-29T00:00
There are many components to seeing improvement as a runner, but according to Mike Swinger three areas where we can see dramatic improvement involve working on our flexibility, our strength, and o...
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574 QT: Life Stress Can (and Will) Impact Your Running from 2018-05-26T00:00
We all have to deal with stress in our daily lives on an almost daily basis.
But from time to time, the "universe" seems to align in such a way that our stress just piles up faster than we...
573 Chuck Van Duzee Is Running Into His Golden Years And Beyond from 2018-05-24T00:00
Chuck Van Duzee has been running marathons longer than I have been alive.
Let that sink in for a minute.
After 40 years of marathon running, he's still going strong!
On t...
572 Lisa Reichmann Is A World Class Athlete With A Passion For Coaching from 2018-05-22T00:00
Lisa Reichmann knows what it's like to race with the best athletes at the front of the field.
She's toed the line with the elite field at a few marathons, including NYC, and has competed ...
571 QT Don't Be A Douche On Race Day from 2018-05-19T00:00
Have you ever negatively impacted another runner's race, either knowingly or unknowingly?
Odds are, you have.
Most runners aren't going to purposefully sabotage your race, but a l...
570 Rhandi Orme Has A No Limits Approach For Herself And Her Athletes from 2018-05-17T00:00
Rhandi Orme is one of those women that is somehow able to do all the things.
Between training for ultras and triathlons and coaching, she also manages to find time to be a wife and a mom t...
569 Julie Sapper Helps Runners Reach Their Potential at Run Farther and Faster from 2018-05-14T13:58:52
Julie Sapper continues to push herself and her training as the years tick by.
But not only does Juile push herself, but she pushes the athletes that she and her business partner coach at R...
568 QT: Treating and Preventing Heat Illness (In Yourself and Others) from 2018-05-11T16:28
Heat illness is nothing to be messed with.
Knowing how to treat/respond when you're dealing with issues related to the heat, either for yourself or with those that you're running with, is ...
567 Scott Douglas Is A True Believer That Running Is Therapy from 2018-05-10T00:00
Is running a form a therapy?
For many runners, it is. And for some, it is a vital piece of the puzzle in maintaining their overall mental health.
In his new book, Running is My Th...
566 Monica Olivas Has Successfully Combined Holistic Health and Coaching from 2018-05-07T14:03:15
Monica Olivas started her running journey in an attempt to lose a bit of weight.
But now, running has become so much more than that.
Now, Monica is a prolific blogger and podcaste...
565 Quick Tip: Heat Illness is No Fun for Anyone from 2018-05-05T00:00
Heat illness is nothing to take lightly.
Even if you don't think you live/run in an area where you need to worry too much about the heat this summer, this is still an important episode.
564 An Autoimmune Disease May Slow Ali Feller Down, But It Won't Stop Her from 2018-05-03T00:00
Who puts on jazz shoes to go for a run? A dancer who doesn't have any idea what she's getting herself into, that's who!
Ali Feller has come a long way since her early days as a runner. And...
563 Listener Q&A April 2018 from 2018-04-30T15:31:07
It's that time again!
April is drawing to a close, which means it's time for me to A some Qs.
This month's questions cover topics on waking up on time, great snacks for runners, b...
562 QT Quick Tip: Rest and Recovery is Important, So Schedule It (And Make It Happen) from 2018-04-27T00:00
If you want to get the most out of your training, you have to make getting enough rest and recovery a priority.
It's not enough to say you need to do it.
You have to actually do i...
561 Krissy Shreeve Brings The Humorous Side Of Running To Her Podcast from 2018-04-25T00:00
In a past life, Krissy Shreeve worked in radio. So it really comes as no surprise that she eventually found her way into the podcast world.
On her show, she talks about her running and tra...
560 Brian Curro Is Running For Change... And For President from 2018-04-23T00:00
Brian Curro is, in my view, the running embodiment of "Ready, Fire, Aim."
Once he sets his mind to something, he starts to put the wheels in motion to turn his ideas into reality.
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559 QT 5 Takeaways from the 2018 Boston Marathon from 2018-04-21T00:00
Can you learn lessons to help you grow as a runner by watching the elites on race day?
Of course you can!
If you watched the 2018 Boston Marathon, there were no shortage of takeaw...
558 Lauren Seserko Knows a Positive Mindset Can Help You Achieve Your Goals from 2018-04-18T00:00
It didn't take long for Lauren Seserko to get hooked on running once she got started in the sport.
This year, she's crossing off one of the major bucket list items for many runners: the Bo...
557 Corine Green Is Spreading Seeds Of Knowledge as a Plant Based Runner from 2018-04-16T00:00
Corine Green isn't just any plant-based runner.
With a certification in holistic nutrition and training as a vegan chef, she knows a thing or two about creating tasty dishes with veggies a...
556 QT: Growth Only Happens Outside of Your Comfort Zone from 2018-04-14T00:00
There is no growth when you're in your comfort zone.
If you have big goals for your running, are you comfortable with being uncomfortable?
If you feel like you've plateaued in you...
555 Aaron DeBord Knows How To Master Social Media To Benefit His Running from 2018-04-11T00:00
Aaron DeBord is a runner turned cheerleader turned tumbler turned body builder turned runner.
When he returned to running after several years away from the sport, he made a mistake that is...
554 Andrea Flowers Was Running On Empty For Years from 2018-04-09T00:00
Andrea Flowers pretty much took to running like a fish takes to water. But that doesn't mean there weren't a few bumps along the way.
Between battling an eating disorder and dealing with a...
QT 553 Are You Too Dependent on Your Running Technology? from 2018-04-07T00:00
How much do you rely on your technology while running?
Many of us, myself included, love our tech.
But what happens if/when you have a tech issue on race day?
Does it ru...
552 Jeremy Dehiring Unintentionally Became a Veteran Run Streaker from 2018-04-04T00:00
Jeremy Duehring got into running on 1 January 2013. And he hasn't missed a day of running, literally, since then!
I don't understand run streaking. I've tried it before, and it definitely ...
551 Jill Angie Is Not Your Average Runner and Neither Are You from 2018-04-01T00:00
Jill Angie may not look like an average runner (whatever an average running looks like!), and she is 100% ok with that!
Since she started running close to 20 years ago, she's seen more and...
550 QT: Staying Motivated to Go for a Run Later in the Day from 2018-03-30T13:22
The motivation roller coaster is a real thing.
Sometimes, the ebbs and flows in motivation that we have for running are quite natural. And sometimes, there is an external factor that plays...
549 Listener Q&A March 2018 from 2018-03-29T00:00
Not only is it the end of the month, but it's also the end of the first quarter of the year! How is your 2018 shaking out so far?
In this month's Q&A episode, I'm offering As to your Qs on...
548 Tim Radkey is a Pastor and Ultra Runner That Went Outside the Box from 2018-03-26T00:00
Who decides two months out from a hundred mile race not only to run said race, but also to actually start training for it?
Tim Radkey.
And as if that wasn't enough, he decided to ...
547 QT: A Social Run Should Be Social, I Mean I'm Just Saying... from 2018-03-24T00:00
When was the last time you went on a purely social run?
You know, the kind where you're not wearing headphones and you're talking to the person you're running with?
For some, that...
546 Suzy Slane Isn't Afraid to Be Real About Running and Life (Best Of) from 2018-03-22T00:00
Taking a little trip down memory lane for this chat with Suzy Slane, which originally aired as Episode 284.
In our conversation, Suzy was an open book. And if you read her blog, you aren't...
545 Dorothy Beal Is Spreading Her Message That Any BODY Can Run from 2018-03-19T00:00
After finishing her first marathon, Dorothy Beal began to believe that just about anything was possible.
And that attitude has helped her do some pretty big things in her life, running and...
DRR 544 QT Measuring Your Progress the MAF Way from 2018-03-17T00:00
When it comes to measuring the improvement of your aerobic fitness, what is the best way to do it?
Most of our fitness test measure maximal effort, but your aerobic fitness is a measuremen...
543 Emily Toia, aka RunEmz, Runs Ultra Distances Without Stepping Out Her Door from 2018-03-14T00:00
Emily Toia not only tolerates running on the treadmill, she actually enjoys it!
And she isn't just logging a few miles here on there on the hamster wheel; Emily regularly logs 60-90 miles ...
542 Jody Smotherman May Be a New Runner But He Doesn't Lack Perspective from 2018-03-12T00:00
It didn't take long for Jody Smotherman to go from new runner to half marathon finisher.
That all happened in a span of 5 months.
That was just about a year ago, so Jody is still ...
541 QT: Learn to Listen to Your Body (And Actually Understand It!) from 2018-03-11T00:00
Listening to your body is important. But do you know what your body is actually trying to tell you?
If you don't know what your body is saying, why even bother listening?
Ultimate...
540 Jen Kirkpatrick's Journey To Be Healthier Took Her 100 Miles from 2018-03-07T00:00
It wasn't that long ago that Jen Kirkpatrick was struggling to complete week one of C25K.
Now, she's a 100 mile finisher and is in training to run Boston for the first time.
Clear...
539 Emily Harrison Continues to Grow as an Elite Ultra Runner (Best Of) from 2018-03-05T15:37:34
Elite runners, as impressive as they are, are sometimes very difficult to relate to because I have no idea what it is like to run at that level.
In today's chat with Emily Harrison, who is...
538: QT Heart Rate Training FAQs After 3 Months of Running Easy from 2018-03-02T19:01:29
After committing to heart rate training in November of 2017, I've gotten quite a few questions about the process.
In today's quick tip, I'm talking about three of the most common heart rat...
537 Listener QA February 2018 from 2018-03-01T16:43
You ask, I answer!
That's pretty much the formula for these Q&A episodes.
This month's questions include pointed insight on the sport of curling, ideal race weight, shoe rotation,...
536 Christie Thomas Is Inspiring Runners Of All Ages to Find the Joy In Running from 2018-02-26T00:00
Christie Thomas has experienced many different facets of our sport over 20+ years of running.
From the early days of focusing on herself and her times, to running more recreationally when...
535 QT How To Choose Which Races To Run from 2018-02-23T00:00
How do you choose which races to add to your race calendar each year?
With so many options and great races available, choosing the right race for you can be easier said than done.
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534 Helen Lundstrom Erwin Offers a Unique Perspective On History from 2018-02-21T00:00
Even though we are all runners, we are also all multifaceted people with various other interests and passions beyond the road and/or trail.
Helen Lundstrom Erwin has a clear passion for ru...
533 Carlee Daub Knows That Coaching Is Not One Size Fits All from 2018-02-19T00:00
Carlee Daub has a bit of a competitive streak.
No matter the activity, if she's going to do something she wants to do it as good as she possibly can.
And that includes both her ru...
532 QT Coming Back from an Injury is a Delicate Process from 2018-02-17T00:00
While no runner wants to be injured, the odds say that most of us (if not all of us) will be injured at some point in our running careers.
As such, it would probably be prudent to discuss ...
531 Julia Chi Taylor Went Barefoot and Hasn't Looked Back from 2018-02-14T00:00
For Julia Chi Taylor, running has changed and evolved with her over the years.
From her international career as an elite, to almost giving up on racing, to finding the itch to race again, ...
530 Sam Gardner Used Her Traumatic Experience To Propel Herself Forward from 2018-02-12T00:00
It was the best of times, and it was the worst of times.
For Sam Gardner, running has been a common theme for some of the best, and worst, moments of her life.
From being kidnappe...
529 QT Race Day Experiments from 2018-02-09T00:00
How willing are you to try something new on race day?
I know, common runner "wisdom" is to never do anything new in a race that you haven't done in training.
But is that sound ad...
528 Christian Griffith Is Making His Message Heard One Mile At A Time from 2018-02-05T00:00
Christian Griffith is no stranger to pushing himself to the limit.
His next challenge? Running across the USA in an effort to raise $1 million dollars to support Help For Children.
527 Kathy Vaughan Is Proof That Endurance Sports Don't End With A Diagnosis from 2018-02-05T00:00
Kathy Vaughan is definitely willing to push her limits.
As the better half of Team Ultra Pedestrian, the idea of attempting to do something that no one else has ever done excites her.
...
526: QT 2018 Goals Progress Report: Are You Still on Track? from 2018-02-03T00:00
One month into 2018, how are you doing with your goals for the year?
On track? Given up? Somewhere in between?
If you're crushing it, kudos to you. Keep it up!
But if you...
Listener Q&A: January 2018 from 2018-01-31T17:41:24
You ask, I answer.
It really is that simple.
This months' Q&A episode features Qs for me to A about training in the winter, advice for runners new and not-so-new, shoe talk, and t...
524 Brad Kearns Is Encouraging Endurance Athletes To Go Back To The Basics from 2018-01-29T00:00
How willing are you to change your long held beliefs?
For years (decades?), endurance athletes have had two firm beliefs bordering on religious fervor: train hard to get faster and load up...
523 Quick Tip: 5 Reasons You SHOULD NOT Hire a Running Coach from 2018-01-27T00:00
Would you believe a running coach that tells you that maybe you shouldn't work hire running coach right now?
Because that's exactly what I'm saying.
Point blank: I'm a good coach ...
522 Ben Calabretta Wants Running To Be Attainable For The Masses from 2018-01-24T16:17:19
What do you love most about running?
Is it the training? Racing?
For Ben Calabretta, it's the community. And more specifically, it's about inspiring those around him.
Esp...
521 Keith Shireman Merges His Athletic Training Background With The Mindset Of An Athlete from 2018-01-23T00:00
Keith Shireman is a fellow athletic trainer and endurance athlete (triathlon more so than running, but I'll forgive him!).
Injury prevention is a key part of what athletic trainers do, and...
520 QT: Is It Worth It? Orange Mud HydraQuiver Vest Pack 2 & RunLocker Premium Service from 2018-01-20T00:00
You want the truth? You can't handle the truth!
Today I'm talking about the good, the bad, and the ugly as it pertains to the Orange Mud HydraQuiver Vest Pack 2 and the RunLocker Premium M...
519 Ras Vaughan Lives a Life Unapologetically Full of Failure and Success from 2018-01-18T00:00
When you try to do something that no one else has done before, there is a very real chance that you will fail.
For many people, the risk of failure is enough to put them off.
For ...
518 Ian Morgan Has Traveled Across the World in Pursuit of Adventure from 2018-01-16T00:00
Only days after nearly dying during a marathon, Ian Morgan was back to running again.
(Against doctor's orders, obvi, so don't try this at home kids!)
Ian has gone from almost los...
517 QT: Discipline is the Key to Your Improvement (in Anything) from 2018-01-13T00:00
How disciplined are you when it comes to your running?
I used to think that discipline was the least of my concerns, until I really stopped to think about it.
And after some refle...
516 Deb Meeks Is the Ultimate Crew Mom for Ultra Runners from 2018-01-10T00:00
Ask any long distance ultra runner, and they will tell you that a good crew is invaluable.
Talk to anyone that has had Deb Meeks crew for them, and they will tell you that she is the best ...
515 Sarah Shupp Is the Every Day Runners Biggest Ambassador from 2018-01-08T00:00
Sarah Shupp got into running as a way to help her lose some weight.
Once she started dating (and eventually marrying) a runner, it was only a matter of time before she went all in on the s...
514 QT: Too Cold to Run? Stay In and Make Some Real Progress from 2018-01-06T00:00
How are you handling the polar cyclone?
Being brave and running outside anyway? Heading to the treadmill? Wrapping yourself in a blanket and refusing to get out of bed until the weather br...
513 Thomas Paquette Is Going to the Next Level With His Running and Coaching from 2018-01-04T00:00
What is the key for race day success?
Former collegiate runner Thomas Paquette struggled quite a bit in his first few marathons.
But when he randomly entered a race with the inten...
512 Happy New Year 2018! What Stays and What Changes in the New Year from 2018-01-02T00:00
A new year is a clean slate to start fresh.
In 2018, some things will stay the same and some things will be changing.
Here's a look at what lies in store!
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511 Listener Q&A December 2017 from 2017-12-30T00:00
It's the end of December, the end of 2017, but not the end of the Listener Q&A!
In this month's edition of the Q&A, I'm talking about hobbit feet, running resolutions, chi running, streaki...
510 QT Keep the Long View in Mind aka Patience is a Virtue (Best Of) from 2017-12-28T00:00
Success takes time.
As the new year rapidly approaches and goals for 2018 come into focus, I think it's important to remember to keep the long view in mind.
Why do so many New Yea...
509 QT: Planning Out Your Future Race Schedule Intelligently (Best Of) from 2017-12-26T00:00
As 2017 is drawing to a close, many runners are already planning out their race calendar for 2018.
Did you know that there is a bit of art, as well as science, to properly planning your ra...
508 QT: Look Back at Your Past Before Moving Forward to the Future from 2017-12-23T00:00
As 2017 is winding down, it's pretty natural to shift your focus to how to make 2018 your best running year ever.
Slow down.
One of the most important things you can do BEFORE mov...
507 Jenn Walton Shifted Her Mental Mindset and Got a Big Return from 2017-12-20T00:00
What a difference a year can make!
At the start of 2017, Jenn Walton wasn't sure that a BQ was within her reach.
But after a year of doing the work, both mentally and physically, ...
506 Greg Unger Has a Larger than Life Presence and Motivational Advice to Match from 2017-12-18T00:00
How much of your running is mental?
According to Greg Unger, as much as 85% of his success at finishing races marathon distance or longer starts between his years.
If that is true...
505 QT: Are Mileage Goals a Good Thing to Set Each Year? In a Word, No from 2017-12-16T00:00
With the New Year fast approaching, are you thinking about your mileage goals for 2018?
Stop.
Setting a mileage goal for a year is silly at best. And at it's worst? Can lead to in...
504 Jonathan Beverly Wants Longevity for Every Runner from 2017-12-13T00:00
What do you think running is going to look like for you 10-15 years into the future?
Many of us can't imagine running ceasing to be a part of our lives. Yet for a variety of reasons, there...
503 Susie Lemmer On Dealing with Life's Curveballs & the Lessons Learned from 2017-12-11T00:00
The first time Susie Lemmer was on the show, she was just coming back from a stress fracture.
This time? She's recovering from another stress fracture!
In between stress fracture...
502 QT: Good Consequences or Bad Consequences? The Choice is Yours from 2017-12-09T00:00
Good choices tend to lead to good consequence.
Bad choices? Well, you can probably figure that out.
Why then, do so many of us consistently make the same bad choices over and over...
501 Maggie Guterl is Searching for Her Limits, Well Off the Beaten Path from 2017-12-07T00:00
Maggie Guterl continues to push herself, and her limits, on the trails.
2017 wasn't the best year of running for Maggie, but that doesn't mean that she didn't learn a few things.
...
500 Mark Remy is Rewriting the Book on Running from 2017-12-05T00:00
It only took 499 episodes, but Mark Remy is back for Round 2!
That's right, for episode 500 I'm chatting again with the man who was the first guest of Diz Runs Radio back in July of 2014.<...
499 QT: Stay On Track With Your Running During the Holiday Season from 2017-12-02T00:00
The holiday season is a busy time for all of us.
In addition to regular life craziness, now we also have to manage various holiday parties, family obligations, travel, and winter weather.<...
498 Listener Q&A November 2017 from 2017-11-29T21:17:17
This month's Q&A episode has it all!
Questions. Answers. Wish lists. Rob Lowe tongue twisters.
Yep. You read that right.
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497 Amy Feit Trusts Her Coach to Help Her Exceed Her Current Limits from 2017-11-28T00:00
Amy Feit is a testament to what hard work, commitment to the process, and a good coach can do for a runner.
After running 4 hours and change in her first marathon, she is now a sub-3 hour ...
496 QT: Stop Limiting on What You are Capable of Doing (Best Of) from 2017-11-25T00:00
How often do you limit your own potential as a runner?
I do it way too often!
Too often we either tell ourselves we can't do something (which is often complete bull shit) or we se...
495 QT Don't Beat Yourself Up for Doing Your Best (Best Of) from 2017-11-22T00:00
Taking a trip back in time today to Episode 75.
Way back when, I talked about the importance of not beating yourself up, especially when you do your best on race day.
There are al...
494 QT: Finding Balance Between Running and Everything Else (Best Of) from 2017-11-20T20:49:39
During the end of the year and the holiday season, it can be difficult to maintain your regular running/life balance.
So with that in mind, I thought it only would be fitting to take a loo...
493 QT: A Consistent Training Schedule May Be Boring; It's Effective AF! from 2017-11-18T00:00
Following the same schedule of training, week after week, may seem a bit boring.
But it doesn't have to be.
There is actually a lot of freedom within a rigid schedule.
A...
492 Mackenzie Havey Literally Wrote the Book on Mindful Running from 2017-11-15T00:00
Mackenzie Havey has pretty much always been a runner.
Writing? Not so much.
In her recently released book, Mindful Running, Mackenzie talks about the benefits of running more mind...
491 Christina K has Learned a lot in Her Short Time as a Runner from 2017-11-12T00:00
Christina K hasn't been running for that long, but she has certainly come a long way.
The biggest change for her since she started running?
Deciding to get sober.
But tha...
490 QT Raise Your Floor in Order to Raise Your Race Day Ceiling from 2017-11-10T16:09:08
If you start every training cycle from basically the same level of fitness, it becomes really difficult to make dramatic progress toward your goals.
If you want to make a bit leap forward ...
489 John Lesteberg Got Into Running to Support His Wife. Now He's an Official Running Junkie from 2017-11-08T18:25:26
Like any good husband, when John Lesteberg's wife asked for his support he obliged.
When she wanted to train for a half marathon and asked him to join her, he did.
A few weeks lat...
488 Trish Trout Doesn't Care to Be Told What She Can't Do from 2017-11-06T00:00
Don't tell Trish Trout that she can't do something, because she will prove you wrong!
After being told she could never run a marathon, Trish dug in her heels and got serious about her trai...
487 QT Running v Racing: Why It's All About the Pace from 2017-11-04T00:00
What is more difficult: running faster or running farther?
For me, the words of Bill Jones absolutely ring true.
"Remember it's the pace that kills, never the distance."
...
486 James Lacher is Proud to Be Half the Man He Used to Be from 2017-11-02T00:00
Two years ago, James Lacher weighed over 400 lbs.
Today, he’s 200 pounds lighter and has earned the title of half marathoner.
Today James shares his story, and the lessons that al...
485 Listener QA October 2017 from 2017-10-30T20:43:16
Every month, you ask and I answer!
Tackling questions this month about traveling light for a race, Halloween candy to "steal" from your kids, how to handle meeting a stray dog on your run,...
484 QT How to Decide "What's Next" After Finishing a Goal Race from 2017-10-28T00:00
How do you decide what to do next after finishing a race?
And do you even pause for a minute to reflect before charging ahead?
ProTip: You should.
Look back first. Then d...
482 Heather Caplan Believes that the Best Diet to Follow is No Diet at All from 2017-10-23T14:10:05
Running coach and anti-diet dietitian Heather Caplan believes in the power of intuitive eating.
Instead of avoiding certain “bad” foods, she is a proponent of listening to your body and fu...
481 QT What If You Ran Every Race Like It Was Your Last? from 2017-10-21T00:00
The running community lost a good one this past week, with the unexpected passing of Stephen Lee.
None of us know when our time will come, but if you did, how would you treat your final da...
483 Stephanie Pezzullo Wasn't Much of a Runner Until She Turned Pro from 2017-10-19T00:00
Stephanie “Pezz” Pezzullo has a knack for excelling at anything athletic.
This former pro-soccer player decided to switch her focus to running, and ended up running as a professional for ...
480 Erin Freel has Found Success by Setting Big Goals and Doing the Work from 2017-10-19T00:00
After losing over 100 pounds, Erin Freel is out to help others accomplish the same feat.
During the process, Erin has gone from walking a few minutes on a treadmill completing in her firs...
479 Amanda Brooks Has Been Blogging at Run to the Finish For a Decade from 2017-10-17T00:00
Amanda Brooks is one of the OGs of the running blog community.
She’s been writing on her site, Run to the Finish, for 10 years, and in that time she’s published thousands of posts!
478 QT Salvage A Bad Run by Moving the Goal Posts from 2017-10-14T00:00
All runners experience a bad day at the office on occasion.
The legs don't have any pep and the miles just drag on, seemingly forever.
A bad run often seems like a waste of a trai...
477 Mirna Valerio is a Badass Runner, Even if She Doesn't Pass the "Eye Test" from 2017-10-12T00:00
Runners come in all shapes and sizes.
Mirna Valerio may not “look” like a runner, whatever that even means, but she’s a legitimate badass on the roads and trails.
Check out the fu...
476 Coach Jay Johnson with Simple, But Not Easy, Tips for Becoming a Better Runner from 2017-10-09T17:53:41
After running nearly 35,000 miles, one would expect to have learned a few things.
Former collegiate runner turned coach Jay Johnson is putting his experience to good use.
He’s n...
475 QT When Should You Start Fueling Before a Race? from 2017-10-07T00:00
When do you start worrying about pre-race fueling?
The day before your race?
The night before?
The morning of?
If you're serious about your race day performance, you'd be ...
DRR 474 Dr. Chrsitopher Segler Will Never Tell a Patient to "Stop Running" from 2017-10-04T15:49:25
No two runners are the same.
Intuitively, this means that no two running injuries are the same either.
Dr. Christopher Segler is a podiatrist and Ironman who is on a mission to ...
473 Nick Ortego has Found Biohacking to Be a Tool for Improving his Running Performance from 2017-10-03T00:00
When we think about how our bodies work, most of us don’t think of a series of related inputs and outputs.
But Nick Ortego does.
Nick believes that biohacking is a key way that an...
472 QT Running Again After a Race: How Soon Is Too Soon? from 2017-09-30T00:00
When is it too soon to start running again after a hard race?
A few days? A few weeks?
Busting myths trying to figure out how much down time you need for your recovery on today's ...
471 Scary Races, Black Toes, and More! Listener Q&A September 2017 from 2017-09-27T17:06:45
Can you believe another month is coming to an end?
That can only mean one thing around here: time for a little listener question/answer time!
This month's questions cover scary ra...
470 The Cheap Athlete Balances Financial Frugality and a Passion for Running from 2017-09-25T18:28:51
Running destination races and being a triathlete aren’t often thought of as inexpensive activities.
For most they aren’t. But the Cheap Athlete has set himself up for early retirement with...
469 QT Product Reviews: Apple AirPods and Milestone Foot Pod from 2017-09-22T14:22:46
You want the truth? You got the truth!
Breaking down the good, the bad, and the ugly as it relates to my experience with a couple of pieces of running tech: the Apple AirPods and the Miles...
468 Nora Bird Continues to Fly High on the Road and the Trail from 2017-09-20T15:33:17
In our first chat, Nora Bird was preparing for her first 100-miler.
A little over 18 months later, Nora is back after her 3rd 100-mile finish.
We catch up on how life and running ...
DRR 467 Tina Muir Gave Up Running at the Highest Level to Improve Her Health from 2017-09-19T00:00
Tina Muir decided to walk away from the sport she had devoted her life to, and now she feels better than ever!
This former elite runner and soon to mother is back for her second appearance...
466 QT 7 Running Lessons Learned From Hurricane Irma from 2017-09-15T16:06:55
Now that Hurricane Irma is in the rearview mirror, I certainly learned some things that will serve me well the next time a hurricane blows through these parts.
And many of those same lesso...
465 Andy Farina Suffered a DNF in His First 100, But Realized a Dream Just a Few Months Later from 2017-09-13T00:00
Nothing stands in the way of Andy Farina and his dreams
This man of many mantras can tackle whatever life throws at him.
From being pulled from a race to realizing a dream, we h...
464 Tom Foreman is Back! Catching Up After His Year of Running Dangerously from 2017-09-12T00:00
Some people come on the show and I know that I’m going to want to talk to them again.
Tom Foreman is one such individual.
The first time we talked he had just written his book an...
463 QT Shift Your Priorities from 2017-09-08T17:42:05
There are times when life forces you to shift your priorities.
It sucks, but what choice do you have?
You could try to fight it, but that's a loosing battle...
http://Diz...
462 Nick Symmonds Has Set His Goals Higher, Literally, for 2018 and Beyond from 2017-09-07T00:00
Past guest and two-time Olympian Nick Symmonds has had quite the career.
After 20 years of running professionally, Nick has decided to retire from the track and move onto a new stage of l...
461 Gary Stotler Opens Up About His Struggles at the 2017 Leadville 100 from 2017-09-04T18:55:09
A lot can change in a year and a half!
I'm excited to welcome Gary Stotler back to the show today.
Since our first chat in Episode 215, Gary has continued to push his limits and R...
460 QT Are Liquid Calories Enough from 2017-09-01T16:37:24
Point blank: do you need to "eat" during a race?
Or are the liquid calories you take in from sports drinks enough?
It's a more layered question/answer than I realized until just ...
459 Listener Q&A August 2017 from 2017-08-30T18:41:12
It's that time of the month again!
You ask the question, I answer them!
And with a little luck, the answers will actually be helpful!
Check out all the questions, and my ...
458 Rose Scovel from 2017-08-28T19:47:15
Being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes will change a person’s life.
Most people don’t take up endurance sports as soon as they get their diagnosis.
Rose Scovel isn’t most people.
QT 457 Get Better Sleep for Better Performance from 2017-08-26T00:00
How's your sleep?
In a perfect world, we'd all be able to get plenty of sleep each night.
But this is not a perfect world, and a lot of us could benefit from improving our sleep g...
456 LeAnn Nguyen Had an Interesting Start to Her Running Career from 2017-08-24T00:00
Her first marathon took almost 9 hours to complete.
Since then, LeAnn Nguyen has gotten just “a little bit” faster.
She’s qualified for, and run, the Boston Marathon each of the p...
455 Mimi Anderson on Breaking Barriers and Crossing Continents from 2017-08-21T17:54:40
Calling Mimi Anderson determined and tough is quite an understatement.
She’s run doubles at some of the toughest endurance races on the planet. And for her next feat, she’s aiming to run a...
454 QT Consistency Is King from 2017-08-18T15:50:17
If you want to make progress in most things in life, and running is no exception, consistency in your training is vital.
But due to a variety of factors, it can be much easy to espouse the...
DRR 453 Julie McDonald from 2017-08-17T00:00
Moving across town is hard enough.
But what about moving continents?
Julie McDonald did just that, and little did she know that running in Egypt would be this difficult.
DRR 452 Balancing Work and Family with Elite Ultra Marathoner Kyle Pietari from 2017-08-15T00:00
When pursuing a career as a lawyer, most wouldn’t expect to have a lot of spare time in their future.
Practicing attorney and father of three, Kyle Pietari, manages to squeeze every extra...
451 QT Doing Workouts During Races May Sound Strange, But It Works from 2017-08-12T00:00
Have a lot of races on your calendar?
One way to avoid racing all of the races, and potentially getting injured, is to incorporate the races into the workouts you're doing to prepare for y...
450 Teresa DeMers from 2017-08-09T00:00
Teresa DeMers has gone from not running at all to being a regular contributor on Salty Running.
But that is just one example of the growth she has experienced since she started running.
449 Steph Whitmore from 2017-08-08T00:00
Running, for many people, becomes a part of one’s lifestyle.
But Steph Whitmore has taken that to a new level.
From winning her first ever race to becoming a motivational speaker ...
448 Do You Run Too Many Races? from 2017-08-04T19:02:27
Do you run too many races?
If the idea is laughable to you, please hear me out.
Running too many races can prevent you from making as much progress as you're capable of.
...
447 Steve Austin Survived a Suicide Attempt, Now Runs for Others Struggling with Mental Illness from 2017-08-03T00:00
Struggling with mental illness on the inside but unhealthily cool as a cucumber on the outside.
When Steve Austin attempted suicide 5 years ago, he could have never imagined becoming a li...
446 Listener Q&A July 2017 from 2017-07-31T23:27:43
Another month is drawing to a close, and that means it's time for some good old fashioned Q&A!
This month, I'm taking your questions on:
-Teleportaion
-Non-Running Significant...
445 QT Product Review: Wegrynd Tech Shirt, Altra Running Shorts from 2017-07-29T00:00
It's product review time!
As per usual, I'm dishing the good, the bad, and the ugly on some products that I've been using lately.
This time, I'm talking about some apparel.
444 Jonathan Beverly from 2017-07-26T15:51:49
Writing, running and the pursuit of your best stride.
Not a bad outline for an episode, eh?
Coach, author, and the former editor-in-chief of Running Times Jonathan Beverly joins ...
443 Rebecca Barber is a Fan of Costumes and Fat Asses from 2017-07-25T02:00
The "uniform" for most races tends to call for a pair of running shorts and a tech top.
Rebecca Barber goes a slightly less conventional route when choosing what to wear while racing.
442 QT Ready Or Not, Relax from 2017-07-21T18:43:27
At a certain point before a race, you are going to be as ready as you can be.
While there is a point where you can't do much to improve your performance, spending too much time worrying a...
441 Maggie Seymour from 2017-07-19T18:15:31
From sea to shining sea...
Maggie Seymour is setting out to run from San Diego to Virginia Beach in about 100 days.
Crazy? Perhaps.
Run of a lifetime? No question.
<...
440 Edgar Suris from 2017-07-18T02:00
Several marathons and a few century rides.
There is no doubt that Edgar Suris is an accomplished athlete.
But what is even more impressive is the fact that Edgar is blind.
<...
439 QT Every Workout Has A Purpose from 2017-07-14T16:22:19
What is the purpose of every type of run in your training plan?
Yes, every run has a purpose. Even that slow/easy 3 miler on a Monday morning.
In today's quick tip, I'm talking ex...
438 Brian Burk from 2017-07-13T02:00
Races have become a regular thing for author Brian Burk.
Brian has run nearly 100 races to date, up to and including 100-milers.
And in 2016, he published his first novel centere...
437 Mike Korfhage from 2017-07-10T21:30:46
Mental toughness is more than just an idea to MIke Korfhage, it’s a lifestyle.
Relatively fresh into the running scene, MIke has completed more to date than many runners.
Betwee...
436 Laura Norris (Best Of) from 2017-07-08T02:00
We wrap up this week's trip down memory lane by revisiting the conversation I had with Laura Norris from May of 2016.
Laura is a fellow running coach and blogger, which is a bit of a theme...
435 Susie Lemmer (Best Of) from 2017-07-06T02:00
This week's trip down memory lane continues today with a look back at my chat with Susie Lemmer in February of 2016.
Susie is a fellow running coach and blogger, and since our original cha...
434 Nora Bird (Best Of) from 2017-07-04T02:00
Today we are taking a trip back in time and revisiting the chat that I had with Nora Bird back in January of 2016.
A lot has changed for Nora since then, a follow up chat with her is defin...
433 QT Vacation Running from 2017-07-01T02:00
As runners, we want every vacation to be a runcation.
Sadly, that isn't always possible.
That said, when it's time for vacation we basically have three choices: run all the miles,...
432 Listener Q&A June 2017 from 2017-06-28T15:37:52
Don't look now, but it's time for a little listener Q&A episode!
This month, I'm taking a crack at some questions relating to beach running, slowing down, bouncing back from a race that we...
431 Sarah Clancy from 2017-06-27T02:00
You think your life is a bit busy?
Avid runner and dedicated mother, Sarah Clancy finds the time to run a company out of her home.
Sounds impossible but Sarah has found a way!
430 QT Don't Stop Your Watch from 2017-06-24T02:00
How many times do you stop your watch during your workouts, specifically your long runs?
If you're like many runners, it's a few.
You stop it when you hit the drinking fountain or...
429 Jasmine Tracey from 2017-06-21T16:22:14
Running can be a game changer.
Jasmine Tracey is a former party girl who "traded in her high heels for some running shoes" and hasn't looked back.
Check out the full show notes fo...
428 Elinor Fish from 2017-06-20T02:00
What do you do when you've been racing for your entire running career, but you find yourself in a race induced "funk"?
Simple, you stop racing.
I don't know about you, but that wo...
427 QT Form Faux Pas from 2017-06-17T02:00
It's hard to correct running form when working with clients online.
That said, there are a number of running form faux pas, or bad habits, that many runners have adopted.
But gues...
426 Daron Larson from 2017-06-15T02:00
Does mindfulness influence your running?
In a word, yes.
Today on the show, I'm talking with mindfulness coach and runner Daron Larson.
One of the first things we talk a...
425 Julia Chi Taylor from 2017-06-13T02:00
What are you favorite running shoes?
Ask Julia Chi Taylor and her answer is simple: none.
Julia is a nomad, and no matter where her travels take her, you can bet she'll be explori...