Episodes

Dec 8

Today on the Podcast, David and Ashley are joined by Lauren Puretz - Ultrarunner and Gynecologist. Together, they explore the intersection of a high-pressure medical career, motherhood, and endurance training. Lauren shares how she balances these roles, offering a refreshing perspective on why maintaining personal goals makes her a better parent and recounting the emotional experience of crossing the UTMB finish line with her children. Drawing from her medical expertise, Lauren provides candid advice specifically for female runners. She breaks down essential topics often left undiscussed, including bladder management during races, the importance of strength training as hormones shift, and practical tips for preventing chafing. Plus, she reveals her surprising strategy for quieting negative self-talk during long ultras: zoning out with entertaining audiobooks.

Nov 14

In this conversation, Hunter Leininger shares his journey into the world of endurance sports, discussing his early experiences, the influence of his family, and the mental toughness required for ultra running. He emphasizes the importance of gratitude and perspective in overcoming challenges, as well as practical tips for runners, including nutrition and gear recommendations. Hunter also highlights the significance of community and generosity in the sport, and reflects on the deeper motivations behind his adventures.

Oct 1

Today on the podcast, we're rejoined by Allen Lim - Founder of Skratch Labs. We spoke to Allen about a year ago, and he dropped so much hydration wisdom the first time, we had to invite him back for another hour. This time, David and Allen explore the themes of community, identity, and the complexities of endurance sports. They discuss the importance of hydration, nutrition, and mental health in athletic performance, while also reflecting on personal journeys and the influence of sports on youth. The conversation highlights the need for better infrastructure to support outdoor activities and the role of sports in fostering connection and resilience.

Sep 29

Today on the podcast, we're joined by Arielle Knutson - CEO of Oiselle. Arielle discusses her journey into the running apparel industry, the importance of community in running, and how Oiselle distinguishes itself as a brand by women for women. She shares insights on the emotional connection runners have with their sport, the role of brand identity, and the challenges of building a brand in a competitive market. Arielle also reflects on her personal running experiences and the significance of inclusivity in the running community.

Sep 26

Today on the podcast we're joined by Darcy Piceu - Ultrarunner and therapist. Darcy has a number of high profile race wins under her belt, including three Hardrock 100 wins and several FKTs. In this conversation, David and Darcy explore the parallels between long-distance running and life, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness and enjoying the journey rather than fixating on the end goal. She shares personal insights on overcoming self-doubt and the significance of staying present in the moment. We hope you enjoy!

Sep 19

Today on the podcast we spoke to Keira D’Amato - author of Don't Call It a Comeback. In this conversation, Keira shares her journey as a masters runner, reflecting on her achievements, the importance of community, and the balance between family and running. She discusses her motivation for writing her book, the significance of setting personal goals, and the challenges she faced in her running career. Keira emphasizes the value of injury prevention, recovery, and the role of local running stores in fostering a supportive running community. As she looks to the future, she expresses excitement for upcoming races and the ongoing adventure of running.

Jul 21

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by trail and ultra runner Coree Woltering. He shares insights into his journey in the world of endurance sports, discussing his recent experiences with injuries, the challenges of the Cocodona 250 race, and the mental strategies he employs during long runs. He emphasizes the importance of pacing, nutrition, and the supportive community within ultra running. Coree also reflects on his training regimen, future aspirations, and the significance of maintaining a positive mindset in the face of challenges.

Apr 28

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Dirk Friel – Co-Founder of TrainingPeaks. We discussed the evolution of endurance coaching, the importance of individualized training, and the role of coaches in helping athletes achieve their goals. We also explored when amateur athletes should seek professional guidance, the significance of consistency and recovery, and how age impacts training strategies. Dirk emphasizes the need for maintaining intensity, especially for masters athletes, and the balance between strength and endurance training. The discussion also highlights the art and science of coaching, advocating for a growth mindset among athletes. The dialogue also touches on personal insights, favorite sports experiences, and the significance of mentorship in an athlete's journey. We hope you enjoy.

Apr 23

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Matt Taylor – Co-Founder and CEO of Tracksmith. After a successful career running track and cross country at Yale, Matt traveled the world producing running documentaries on a shoestring budget. He then founded Tracksmith in 2013, delivering top-notch running gear with a classic aesthetic. Our conversation covered everything from competing as we age, work-life balance, and the impact of tariffs on the running industry as a whole. We hope you enjoy!

Apr 16

On today's podcast, we're joined by Mark Sisson, founder of Primal Kitchen and the minimalist footwear brand, Peluva. Mark co-founded Peluva with his son Kyle in 2021, seeking to improve upon the limited minimalist footwear options available. By analyzing the successes and failures of past brands, they aimed to develop what they describe as "the most functional, comfortable, and stylish barefoot-inspired shoe ever made." After speaking with Mark for an hour, it's clear he has put considerable thought into the shoe's design, as well as into training and wellness in general. Tune in, because there's a lot to learn in this insightful episode – we hope you enjoy it.

Mar 26

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Ryan Hurley — SMM’s Official Sleep Partner and founder of Lagoon Sleep. Ryan discusses his journey from being a D1 swimmer to starting Lagoon, a company focused on optimizing sleep for athletes through innovative pillow design. He shares insights on the importance of sleep, the science behind pillow materials, and common mistakes people make that affect their sleep quality. He also touches on the significance of temperature regulation, sleep hygiene for athletes, the benefits of white/brown noise, and shares insights on wearable sleep technology. In addition to great products, Ryan also offers sleep analysis and coaching through Lagoon. We hope you enjoy today’s episode.

Jan 10

Today on the Podcast, we’re joined by Brett Lato — Manager of Training and Education at Polar. David and Brett discuss the significance of heart rate training and the role of Polar technology in enhancing athletic performance. They delve into the importance of data-driven training, understanding heart rate zones, and the advancements in wearable technology, including the EKG feature in Polar devices. The discussion also covers the measurement of max heart rate, heart rate variability, and the Polar fitness test, emphasizing the need for personalized metrics to optimize training outcomes. Brett also draws on his experience as a coach and organizer of athletics to share with us some “ah-ha” moments that transformed the way he approaches training.

Jan 7

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by David Knapp, Ph.D. He is the author of a new book titled Marathon Leadership , which draws on his experience as a runner, trainer, and professional development coach. David discusses a number of topics to help us achieve our goals in both our running and careers, so sit back and enjoy!

Nov 27, 2024

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Greg McMillan - the founder of McMillan Running and the official training plan partner for Six Minute Mile. David and Greg delve into various aspects of running training, focusing on improving running form, the significance of strides, and the importance of neuromuscular training. They discuss the science behind cardiovascular training, the role of walking, and essential strength training exercises for runners. Additionally, they highlight the importance of hip mobility and provide insights for masters runners on how to adapt their training as they age. In this conversation, Greg and David delve into various aspects of running, focusing on self-care practices post-run, navigating injuries, and the importance of finding specialized care for runners. They discuss heart rate zone training, the development and utility of the Macmillan run calculator, and the nuances of tapering versus peaking for races. Additionally, they highlight common mistakes in marathon training and the significance of mental strategies for race day success.

Sep 26, 2024

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Allen Lim, a sports scientist, cycling coach, and founder of Skratch Labs. We covered a wide range of topics related to nutrition and hydration for endurance athletes, starting with the importance of treating food as culture rather than just technology. From there, Allen went on to discuss timing issues for eating before workouts, the difference between water and electrolyte drinks, and the importance of respecting thirst. Allen emphasizes the importance of listening to your body's thirst cues and not overthinking hydration. He says that "performance is sometimes science, but it's also sometimes grandma," which we think sums up his intuitive, yet informed approach to hydration and athletic performance.

Aug 19, 2021

We were joined on the Six Minute Mile podcast by Jason Jabaut, former professional runner turned Chief Operating Officer of Fleet Feet. Our conversation starts with his introduction to running in middle school, his stellar high school career in Plattsburg, NY, and then his success as a student-athlete on the prestigious Villanova University track team. After his collegiate career, Jason moved to California to pursue his dreams as a professional runner and shortly after that met his wife, Trish. Jason combined his love for running with his sharp business acumen and joined the Fleet Feet team in Carrboro, NC. Among other things we discuss running booms in the US, the interesting Fleet Feet franchise model, and the importance of being fitted for the right shoes! We hope you enjoy and we'll see you out there.

Aug 4, 2021

For the first time in 18 months, some of the top race directors in America gathered this week to share best practices and to explain what fall races will look like for runners. Will there be expos? Will you have to wear a mask on the course? Will you be asked to show a vaccine card? What about wave starts and post race parties -- will they happen? We got the answers to these questions and many more from the 6 race directors we cornered at a conference produced by the organizers of the Chicago Marathon. Before we dive into that conversation, we wanted to share a few words from Mike Nishi, Chief Operating Officer of the Chicago Marathon, as he explains the goal of this conference and why so many race directors chose to fly to Chicago to trade ideas about producing the safest possible events this fall and beyond. Christine Bowen: Vice President of Programming, Partnerships and Operations for Running USA https://www.runningusa.org/ Andrea Dowdy - CEO of the Denver Colfax Marathon https://www.runcolfax.org/ Jon Hughes - Track Shack Co-owner and Race Director of the Walt Disney World Marathon https://www.trackshack.com/ Michelle Juehring - Race Director for the Quad Cities Times Bix 7 https://bix7.com/ Michelle La Sala - Founder and President of Blistering Pace Race Management https://blisteringpace.com/ Steve Lastoe - Founder and CEO NYCRUNS https://nycruns.com/ Michael Nishi - Chief Operating Officer of Chicago Event Management, General Manager of Bank of America Chicago Marathon https://www.chicagomarathon.com/

Jul 7, 2021

We were joined by Arash Javanbakht, Director of the Stress, Trauma, and Anxiety Research Clinic. In our conversation, we touch on utilizing exercise to improve mental health and overcome trauma and stress. We also discuss triggering "flight or fight" responses and ways to perform optimally in sports and other areas of life. We really enjoyed talking to Arash and walked away with a better understanding of the relationship between the brain and physical performance. Enjoy!

Jun 28, 2021

We were joined by Shane Benzie, or sometimes referred to as "The Indiana Jones of the Running World". Shane utilizes his decade's worth of travels and meticulous studies to help today's runners rewire the way think about their movement, or "rewire their software". In our conversation, Shane elaborates how he coaches his runners up using his three pillars; perception, video, and data. We also discuss the importance of running with buddies or the "power of the group". Amongst other topics, we hit the "tripod landing", how feet are a runner's antenna, and what humans and kangaroos have in common. This is perhaps our most informative podcast yet for those looking to improve their running performance. Enjoy!

May 24, 2021

We were joined by Amby Burfoot, a man whose life has been centered around his love for running. We talk about his early years of competitive running highlighted by his 1968 Boston Marathon victory and relationship with Six Minute Mile Podcast alumni and his former roommate, Bill Rodgers. Amby talks about the progress running has made in making the sport more inclusive and equal and also where there is still room for improvement. Amby then walks us through his transition from competitive to recreational runner and why he is a fan of the 30 miles a week regiment over a grueling 100 miler. We move on to his life as a writer and journalist with Runner's World magazine and his decades-long career there, which got its jump-start from the help of another SMM guest, Hal Higdon. As usual, we end our conversation with some rapid-fire questions regarding his taste in books, movies and running preferences.

May 10, 2021

If you’ve ever run, or watched the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, you’ve probably wondered how everything comes together to create such an inspiring, well organized, large scale event. Mike Nishi is the Chief Operating Officer for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon and the architect behind that race day organization. He talks to us about how his passion for organization translates to race day operations. Another of Mike’s passions is sustainability. Recognized in the Running Industry, as a leader for sustainability, Mike takes us through how the Bank of American Chicago tested compostable cups. Ever wonder how all those volunteers get onboard, trained and assigned? Mike shares insight into his amazing team, and how they align their values with that of the volunteers, with the target of retention and appreciation. Last but not least, Mike shares his routine that helps him manage stress, a very intentional routine of stretching, meditation and creating boundaries between work and family.

May 3, 2021

Dick Beardsley is the ultimate story teller, as he talked to us about his running, personal life and shared some Beardsleyism’s. Dick detailed 1981 London Marathon, and how he and Inge Simonsen crossed the finish line, in first place, hand in hand. Then Dick takes us down memory lane with the 1982 Boston Marathon (Duel in the Sun), where Dick and Alberto Salazar battled it out the entire 26.2 Miles, with Salazar winning by 1.6 Seconds. Dick has overcome a lot in life and he shares with us his “glass is ALWAYS half full” attitude. He shares details of the injuries that led to his pain killer addiction, and how he recovered. Just when he thought he would never deal with anything that painful again, then he lost his son to PTSD. Dick can’t image not sharing these experiences, as he feels everyone can learn, grow and find something positive from the most tragic situations.

Mar 30, 2021

Author of The Story of the Human Body (https://amzn.to/39q3bvi) and most recently Exercised: Why Something We Never Evolved to Do Is Healthy and Rewarding (https://amzn.to/2Pchhda), Dr Daniel Lieberman is a paleoanthropologist and Professor of Human Evolutionary Biology at Harvard University. He has studied the evolution of the human head, but his main focus is currently on the evolution of the human physical activity. He has lived with cultures, all over the globe, to explain the science of how and why we move today. Research specifically related to activities such as walking, running as well as changes to our body's environments can help prevent injuries and treat musculoskeletal diseases.

Mar 22, 2021

Max has played basketball most of his life and has always been a good ball handler. At the same time, he is a strong miler, training with the Hartbeat Track Club ( https://www.hartbeattc.org/ ). When you combine his two super powers, you have an opportunity for a unique World Record - Mile While Dribbling a Basketball – 4:30.38!! His brother noticed that the record was in reach and challenged him to make the record breaking attempt. With friends and family ( https://bit.ly/3r7wXeo ) pacing, recording, and timing him, Max broke Dylan Sorenson’s record by 3.35 seconds. Max’s running story is more about determination and overcoming adversity than it is about his word record. Max talks to us about what inspires him to run, health challenges he has had to overcome, and motivates us to persevere in our own running.

Mar 15, 2021

John “The Penguin” Bingham has been called the Pied Piper of the second running boom. His column, The Penguin Chronicles ( https://bit.ly/3bJaWyh ), resonated with and inspired an entire generation of runners. In the Chronicles, the Penguin never gets old and is always having a great time, embracing his “back of the pack” speed, with his goal of having fun and crossing the finish line. John has completed over 40 marathons and written several books, most notably The Courage To Start ( https://amzn.to/3cumCnF ) and No Need for Speed ( https://amzn.to/3bIkfyl ). In this interview, John talks to us about how he transitioned from a sedentary life to one that was healthier and more active. By writing about his race experiences, with his own unique sense of humor, John has delivered a message of hope and inspiration to anyone that hopes to run, or has been running a lifetime.

Mar 8, 2021

Jonathan Shubert is an amateur cyclist, (and science teacher) that recently broke a 27-year-old record. Jonathan rode his bike, on the open road, for 100 miles in under 3 hours - 2 Hours, 57 minutes. An impressive feat, but when you consider that he also had a mechanical issue and the roads were open to traffic, it becomes an extraordinary achievement. He talks to us about becoming “slippery in the air”, and how a $500 suit that makes you more aerodynamic is more valuable than a $6,000 bike. Since the age of 6, Jonathan aspired to be the British 24 cycling Champion, from the inspiration of his grandfather, who was also a British cycling record holder. He has cycled around the globe, finding that cycling is the best way to see a country. The true inspiration from talking to Jonathan comes from his motivation to break the 3-hour -100 mile cycling record - like Roger Bannister's 4-minute mile, Jonathan wants to inspire people to do more than they believe that they can achieve.

Mar 1, 2021

Do you spend your time cooking spaghetti? What does a dog look like? How do you find peace with food and peace with your body? Nancy Clark answers these questions, along with several other nutrition questions we had for her. Nancy ( https://nancyclarkrd.com ) is a registered dietician (RD) and board certified specialist in sport dietetics (CSSD). In layman’s terms, she is a food coach and nutrition educator. Nancy has worked with the Boston Celtics, the Boston Red Sox and many elite and Olympic athletes from several sports. When it comes to sports nutrition, Nancy wrote the book, literally, she wrote The Sports Nutrition Guide Book ( https://bit.ly/3kxAtgH ), which is now in its 6th edition and has sold over 750,000 copies. Listen to our conversation with Nancy to learn the impact that nutrition plays in our performance.

Feb 8, 2021

Paula ( https://bit.ly/2YU6yFf ) has won the London Marathon and the New York City Marathon, each three times and the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, once, in 2002. She captured the Gold Medal in the 2005 Marathon World Championships in Helsinki. Paula held the title of the world’s fastest woman marathon runner for over 16 years, clocking 2:15:25, until 2019, when her record was broken by Bridgid Kosgei. Inspired to run at a young age, by her father’s passion for sport. Paula gained a lot of running knowledge from her father, that she shares - such as how to run downhill to create a gap. She also shares some real wisdom, of marathon running – "respect the distance, but don’t be afraid of it". Paula explains the value for all of us to have role models that help you break your own belief barriers. As if that wasn’t enough, we talk about parenting. Paula becomes reflective when she shares with us that most people don’t realize how great their parents are, while they are growing up. We discuss the importance of learning to make decisions and living with those decisions.

Feb 1, 2021

Hal Higdon has written over 34 books, most notably Marathon the Ultimate Training Guide ( https://amzn.to/3pCU1Si ) and created several training programs, that can be found on his site – Run with Hal https://www.halhigdon.com/ . Hal competed 8 times in the Olympic Trials, his best performance came in 1960, when he finished 5th in the 3,000-meter steeplechase. He has run over 110 marathons, his best clocking his best performance in the 1964 Boston Marathon, where Hal placed 5th overall, after leading through the first 19 miles and crying at the finish line – tears of heartache and joy. Heartache from not winning and joy from setting his best time. In 1975 Hal set a World Masters Championship M40 record of 9:18.6 in the steeplechase, which holds as the longest standing American Masters record. Hal has been running competitively for 75 years and shares with us what he has learned about training and nutrition.

Jan 25, 2021

When Cal Ripken set his unbelievable streak of 2,632 games played, he had the mindset of “No days off”. Dane Rauschenberg had the same mindset in 2006, when he set out to run 52 different marathons on 52 weekends, throughout the year. He made the decision that there would be no make-up dates, no do-overs, but instead a full marathon every weekend. In the process, Dane raised over $43,000 for the L’Arche Organization ( https://www.larcheusa.org/ ) and effectively ran negative splits throughout the year, by clocking his fastest races at the end of the year. As if that wasn’t enough, he did this while working full time and only missed four days of work during the year. Dane talks to us about training, “you don’t need to win the workout, save it for race day”, and how to run a sub three-hour marathon. Also an author, Dane has written Run This Place: 52 Must Run Races in North America ( https://amzn.to/2Y59PRK ) a summation of the best 52 races, out of the 400 races that Dane has competed in.

Jan 18, 2021

This race smells like up dawg ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6kXrSE8GoQ ) What’s up dawg?? In the year of a pandemic, when live races were canceled, Keira D’Amato created her own race – The Updawg 10 Miler. With the help of Phil Stewart and the Credit Union Cherry Blossom, Keira put together a closed course 10 mile race, won the race, and set a new American 10 Mile record. F. Scott Fitzgerald once said, “there is no second act in American lives.” Keira proves Mr. Fitzgerald wrong, after taking a “long halftime show”, starting back into running for fun, and now the “Running Realtor” has a 10 Mile American Record and placed 15th in the Olympic Marathon Trials. Keira was a high school standout, an All-American in College, then after an injury, running “broke up with her”, this wicked smart lady has found a way to balance elite running, and a career in real estate, all while raising a family.

Jan 4, 2021

Have you ever wanted to conduct a business meeting, while on a 30K run around London? Marcus talks to us about how to juggle a busy life of the business world and training for ultra marathons. Marcus was a professional rugby player from the age of 18, until he retired in 2010. He is now an extreme athlete, coach, and entrepreneur. Marcus has competed in 30 marathons in 30 days, a 250K self-supported race across the Sahara Desert and 230K self -supported race through Kenya. Marcus finds a fulfilled life with his main hobbies that includes running across the desert, or walking on the beach at sunrise. Marcus has a strong belief that everyone can develop mental strength through physical challenges and stop being scared of hard work. Marcus explains that big goals, require big processes. Everyone should find the process that helps them climb their “Everest”. You can connect with Marcus and read his blog here http://www.mjdsmith.com/#home

Dec 21, 2020

Every writing teacher will tell you to “write what you know”. Jim Knoedel did exactly that, by writing about two fictional track athletes. Jim started his journey as high school track athlete, in Iowa City, Iowa. He then became a walk-on runner on the University of Iowa track team. During his time under legendary coach Francis Cretzmeyer, aka Cretz, Jim heard stories of Jesse Owens and watched Steve Prefontaine at the Drake Relays (almost high fiving him). It was in these days that Jim created the plot of his novel, where two athletes, from different eras compete against each other. Jim’s writing skills have been well honed by writing countless recruiting letters, during his years as a track coach at Northwestern, Loyola and UIC. Recruiting letters written so well, that athletes would keep them and refer to them later in their careers. If you’ve ever wondered, who was better, Jesse Owens or Carl Lewis? Michael Jordan or Lebron James? In A Golden Era – A Tale of Two Runners https://amzn.to/36xU0bs you have an opportunity to imagine those scenarios existing.

Dec 16, 2020

Is ketchup a vegetable? How do you bring together two passions in life - sports and nutrition, and make them a career? Andrew answers both of these questions for us on this podcast episode. Andrew is a writer that blogs about living well, habits for happiness, productivity and success. He has done countless hours of research on the Blue Zones (regions of the World where people live beyond 100 years old), with the goal of living the longest, healthiest and most productive life he can live. Lucky for all of us, Andrew is willing to share his research. He routinely writes on his blog http://www.andrewmerle.com/blog on topics such as; Living to be 100 https://bit.ly/3mpzYV0 The Eating Habits of the Best Athletes in the World https://bit.ly/3oVqfHE Why You Should be a Morning Person https://bit.ly/34g0LNz and many more health and lifestyle habits.

Dec 14, 2020

For most of us, our decisions don't carry the weight of one that faced Deena. In 2006 she had to make a difficult decision – Win the Boston Marathon or run the London Marathon and push the marathon record out of reach. She talks to us about how her dog helped her make this decision and how she trained to break the American Marathon Record at the 2006 London Marathon. The American Record is one of many accolades for Deena - an 8-time National Cross Country Champion, 8-time collegiate All-American, 4-time SEC Champion, two silver medals in World Cross Country Championships, Women’s Road 10 mile record, Women’s 15K record, Women’s 8K record. Additionally, Deena is an author, of Let Your Mind Run: A Memoir of Thinking My Way to Victory https://amzn.to/3gDITRC and is currently working on writing a cookbook.

Dec 2, 2020

Dr. Ratey was seeing patients for ADD in the early 80's, when he accidently discovered the connection between physical activity and brain function. John and a former student of John's, were able to self-diagnose their own ADD and realized that they were able to function by self-medicating, through physical activity. This connection of physical activity and brain function led John to a groundbreaking research on aggression, autism and ADD. John talks to us about "Miracle Gro" for the brain and how to develop your brain, with activity, during all stages of life, as well as how to overcome the Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), that so many people deal with during the long winter months. John has written 11 books, most notably; Go Wild: Free Your Body and Mind From the Afflictions of Civilization https://amzn.to/2L1JHUF and Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain https://amzn.to/2JAalDk .

Nov 17, 2020

Seven weeks after a clear mammogram, Fitz found a lump on her breast. She is clear in telling us what her next steps where, she didn’t look at WebMD, she didn’t call her friend, she called the DAMN Doctor and made an immediate appointment. Fitz bravely whooped up on breast cancer, all the while continuing her schedule of race announcing. She chronicles it all in her book My Noisy Cancer Comeback: Running at the Mouth, While Running for My Life https://rb.gy/84nx9h Fitz calls her book a love letter written to the entire Running Industry for keeping her going through the challenges of breast cancer. As a race announcer, Fitz is there for the speedsters, as well as, the back of pack runners. She is the energy that sends you off at the start line and cheers you on as you make your way to the finish.

Nov 6, 2020

Most runners, at some point in their life, will experience an injury or two. Brodie is on a one-man mission to eliminate and prevent the most common running injuries. Brodie has simplified the complex reasons that most running injuries occur and debunks the myth that injuries are from a lack of stretching. Brodie breaks down running misconceptions and brings clarity to every injured runner.

Nov 6, 2020

Courtney talks to us about her Nordic skiing competitions and how she transitioned into running marathons and then ultramarathons, after her collegiate skiing ended. She is the winner of the 2017 Moab 240, beating the 2nd place person by 10 hours. Courtney holds a course record Javelina Jundred 100K and won the Run Rabbit Run 100-mile race. She was named Ultra Runner of the year in 2018, then went onto win the Mont Blanc Trail Ultra in 2019 and Big's Backyard Ultra in 2020.

Nov 5, 2020

Bill Rodgers sits down with us and talks about his early days of running at Newington High School and Wesleyan University. What inspired him, at a young age, to be active and fit. He describes a time in his life when he stepped away from running and then returned to running in a big way. Bill talks about the training involved to win four Boston Marathons and four New York City Marathons.

Nov 3, 2020

Jeff was an average high school runner, who, by not giving up, went on to be an All-American at Florida State, and an Olympic Athlete (1972 10,000m). He started running as an avenue to be part of a high school team, when he was told that the cross country coach was the most lenient of all coaches. It didn’t take long for Jeff to realize how running could change his life. Jeff is the creator of the strategic Run-Walk-Run method as a way to increase fitness levels without accruing injuries. He is a well read and well educated coach that has written several books, most notably, Galloway’s Book on Running https://rb.gy/xzvdth Which is regarded as the quintessential book on the art and science of running. The “Human Metronome”, when it comes to pacing, Jeff finds a great deal of satisfaction in training and mentoring other runners, believing that he can coach runners to run until they are 100. Jeff’s his biggest thrill was when he paced his friend Jack Bacheler to qualify for the 1972 Olympics.

Oct 21, 2020

Lisah was born and raised on St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands. She was an accomplish collegiate swimmer that transitioned to running, and then became a running coach and injury prevention specialist. Finding her passion for running, while in college, Lisah has clocked some impressive running times, including holding the Virgin Islands Marathon Record. Lisah has been a competitive runner for over 20 years and has taken what she learned from her own training to develop her coaching and injury prevention program - https://rb.gy/olgodk Rather than looking at each injury in isolation, Lisah looks at the entire runner holistically. For each runner, applying a simple approach to injury prevention – 1. Pinpoint anything that could be getting in the way of running injury free, 2. Show you how to safely make gains to avoid injuries, 3. Teach you how to tap into the powerful mind states that replace worry of re-injury so you can enjoy running for a lifetime. A deep thinking, mindful runner and coach, Lisah reminds us that we need to address our running goals and life with a holistic approach.

Oct 19, 2020

When Mr. Lutterloch took young Roger to the 1948 Olympics, no one would’ve known that he was setting the stage for a life time runner. A runner so passionate for the sport that he would write books and articles and continue running after two knee replacements. Cheering for Emil Zatopek at those Olympics was the catalyst for a passion that has never dimmed. Roger was not a sprinter, in fact, he came in last in every race at school, where no races were longer than 100 yd. Through patience and persistence, Roger became an elite Master’s Runner. With a record in the over 50 age group (2:28:01) at the New York City Marathon and holds Master’s Marathon records at The Boston Marathon and New York City Marathon. As if that wasn’t enough, at the same time Roger has been the Historian of the Running Industry and a professor at Vitoria University of Wellington. Roger has been a race commentator and journalist for many of the world’s top races. His most notable book – When Running Made History https://rb.gy/b42sxm

Oct 13, 2020

We talk to Eva, Bruce and Rachel about the unique event - Mind, Body, Tri. They take us through this unique event designed to reduce stress, anxiety and depression. In this non-competitive triathlon, this team is taking on mental health head-on.

Oct 2, 2020

Aaron broke his own mile record, smashing the previous record and clocking a 5:30 Mile, while running backwards. Aaron talks to us about his teaching, coaching and competing. How to move forward in life, while running backwards.

Sep 22, 2020

Ridge Davis, Fitness Expert, Puma Sponsored Athlete and one of Hollywood's top-rising talents in the fitness industry, talks about building strength for joint stability, flexibility, mobility, injury prevention and nutrition. Ridge creates training programs to get Hollywood stars in top shape for films and TV. Ridge balances his health and fitness career with being a classical musician.

Sep 21, 2020

We talk to Kathrine about being the first woman register and run the Boston Marathon, in 1967. About the incident when she was attacked by Race Director, Jock Semple and how Jock helped to propel her to being a reluctant hero. Kathrine talks about forgiveness, responsibility, resilience and finishing the job.

Sep 18, 2020

Jim Davis takes us through his passion for photography, the start of the MarathonFoto business, and shares some of his best memories of the marathons he has photographed.

Sep 15, 2020

Dave talks about his business (DMSE) pivoting during the pandemic, how running can raise self esteem, injury prevention and much more.

Sep 4, 2020

Lynn Rathjen, a retired physical therapist, and current high school cross country coach, recently ran a mile in less than 6 minutes! This is a new record for the over 75 age group. On this podcast episode, Lynn talks about his love of running and fitness, his training and his lifestyle.