Run The Day

We did it. We signed up for a full, 26.2 marathon.  Join us in this episode as we chat through the feelings and thoughts experienced after we finally clicked that “register” button and updated our watches with four months of training workouts.  What sets your soul on fire? We’ll open up about the dreams closest to our hearts inspiring us to commit to training for these 26.2 miles.  What is the bes...

Signing up for a race is a huge factor in how we stay disciplined to exercise daily. However, after completing a half marathon and taking a well-deserved break, Tay faces the common struggle of maintaining motivation without a race on the horizon. Join in today’s episode as we explore the question:  What motivates us, or better yet, what keeps us disciplined to consistently incorporate movement in...

As the air starts to crisp and trees turn bright orange and deep red, you’ll notice that more and more runners are excited to lace up and step out their front door. As their sneakers crunch the leaves in their path, they embrace the fresh air with a deep breath - it is finally the perfect temp.  But be careful… if you blink - you might just miss it. The beautiful autumn racing season and local Tur...

Exactly 1 year ago, we crossed a finish line completing a distance that we never thought we could.  This past weekend, we ran our third ever half marathon race and improved our times by 6 and 11 mins. Let’s just say, this race was a totally different experience. That’s why in today’s episode, we open up and chat about… Race Day Mantras: Planned and Unexpected.  Picking Up the Pace: The actions to...

Tay and Rafe here. We’ve been running together for a decade. Yes, 10 years of running. Isn’t that crazy? Today, we answer the following questions: Why do we like running with one another?  Why don’t we like running with one another? How do you get your significant other into the sport of running? Are we all capable of being people who love running?  How do you get your partner involved when you’re...

Oh to be a young athlete again. I guess we’re now the elders? The advice givers? Whatever you want to call us, we’re okay with that. A young athlete’s mind is…innocent. That mind hasn’t seen “the world” yet. So what did we want to do? We wanted to share everything we would tell our younger selves if given a trip in the Delorean. If you’re a current high school or college athlete then you’re going...

Our time spent not actively running, can be the most important part of our running journey. When first starting to get into the sport, we tend to focus all our attention on the miles and the pace. What we don’t always think about, what are we doing when we aren't on our feet?  Join us as we dive into the often-overlooked, yet crucial parts of our running experience.  Have you ever experienced...

In this episode, we are not only talking about WHY what you do in the morning has a significant impact on the rest of your day, but we’re here to share our five favorite ways on HOW to run your morning, so the rest of the day doesn’t run you.  Now, whether you just rolled your eyes because you already know you are not a morning person, or perhaps there was just the slightest glimmer of curiosity,...

It took us six years to figure out how to fill the void. We didn’t have a guide on handling the emotions that follow when your chapter as a student athlete comes to an end. After many trials and errors, we’ve figured it out and are ready to share what we’ve learned with you, our friends.  Whether your athletic career came to a peaceful end, or it was abruptly taken from you, feeling a mix of emoti...

TLDR: We read three books, so you don’t have to. Now, we are sharing the top three lessons from each and how they can change the way YOU run and run YOUR day. From David Goggins' journey of turning trauma into triumph, to the mind-expanding tactics of 'The Untethered Soul,' and James Clear's recipe for conquering each day with 'Atomic Habits,' we've got your mental fuel covered.  🔔 Don't forget t...

You did it! You signed up for a race - congrats!!! The first step is always the hardest part, and you did it :) We kick off this episode discussing why signing up for a race is more than just crossing the finish line – it's a pathway to purpose and consistency. We'll surprise you with an unconventional start: taking a pause. It's not just about where to begin; it's about how we beg...

Welcome to "Run The Day with Rafe and Tay," our second episode! Join us as we discover the transformative power of running as we bridge the gap between seasoned marathoners and “weekend warriors”. Today, we're answering a personal question: "What mistakes have we made with running?" Yes - we are guilty of many mistakes. So, we decided to open up to you, our friends, and adm...

Welcome to "Run The Day with Rafe and Tay," our first episode! Join us as we discover the transformative power of running as we bridge the gap between seasoned marathoners and “weekend warriors”. Today, we're diving into the burning question: "How to start running?" It must have caught your eye too – the passion, the sacrifice, the constant encouragement to join in the runn...