A to Z Running

Andi and Zach discuss the 3 essentials to optimizing post-race recovery, breaking down what inhibits as well as what aids in the recovery process. Andi and Zach also share the latest running news, including Chicago Marathon, Boston Marathon, and another USA high school record threat. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode106 For coaching and training de...

Todd Buckingham, Ph. D., Lead Exercise Physiologist, Mary Free Bed Sports Rehabilitation Performance Lab, joins Andi and Zach to discuss how runners can use cycling, whether to replace training during injury or various other scenarios. Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including the London Marathon results, a new world record on the roads, and some upcoming record-attempt exci...

Natosha Rogers, NCAA 10,000m and USATF Half Marathon champion, joins Andi to talk the hard truths around major disappointment, injury, and the long but necessary road back. Andi and Zach also share their top three highlights from the latest running news: the Berlin Marathon, an article on marathon and race-day nutrition, and a rare glimpse into a pro marathoner’s training before the upcoming NYC M...

Andi and Zach define and explore the concept of functional movement and the importance of such work for runners, consulting such sources as Jay Dicharry’s Running Rewired and providing examples for runners seeking to implement these ideas immediately. Stick around for three recent world of running highlights as well: a running family that’s rewriting record books, a great suggestion for the next t...

Phil Wharton, world-renowned musculoskeletal specialist, joins Andi and Zach to discuss back health and what runners need to be doing and thinking about to improve posture, address back pain, and prevent back injuries. Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including the Diamond League Championships, England’s famous Great North Run, and the NYC 5th Avenue Mile. For the complete no...

Andi and Zach discuss the importance of posture for runners, noting work like Jay Dicharry’s Running Rewired and what runners can do to improve posture. Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including the penultimate installment of the 2021 Diamond League, a US road championship, and more. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode101 For c...

Kate Grace joins the show to share the astounding roller coaster ride of her 2021 summer and some lessons on how all of us ought to view disappointment and opportunity. Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including a new world record on the roads as well as one on the track (though of the ultra variety!) and some more Diamond League excitement. For the complete notes, links, and...

Andi and Zach review recent studies on the effects of aqua jogging on aerobic fitness, neuromuscular performance, and musculoskeletal resilience. Additionally, they break down the latest running news, including the Prefontaine Classic and a myriad of record performances. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode99 For coaching and training details and serv...

Matt Chittim of The Rambling Runner podcast joins Andi and Zach to discuss takeaways and lessons learned from other runners. Having interviewed countless athletes on his show, Matt has plenty to share on the topic! Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including the Falmouth Road Race, the Brooklyn Mile, and update on the Boston Marathon. For the complete notes, links, and resourc...

Andi and Zach wrap up the Tokyo Olympics coverage by unpacking the second week of competition and the incredible performances on the track, including world and Olympic records, major upsets, uncanny feats, and more! For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode97 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

Andi and Zach break down the first week of Track and Field at the Tokyo Olympics, including finals in the men’s 10,000m, women’s 5,000m, and men’s 3,000m steeplechase. Come back next week for the second half of the Olympic results! For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode96 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coac...

Andi and Zach go all-in on the Tokyo Olympics preview! Everything you need to know about distance races (800m through marathon), including interesting facts about the events and who to watch for when you tune in to the greatest track meet in the world. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode95 For coaching and training details and services, visit https:/...

Injuries are rough. Andi and Zach have discussed preventing injury in the past, but this time, they dig into the struggles of dealing with injury in the midst of it and how runners can better cope and recover to come out the other side. Andi and Zach also share some details about the Olympics as opening ceremonies near For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/epi...

Andi and Zach dig into some of the most common approaches to long runs and how to know when to go hard and when to go easy. Don’t miss the latest running news, including a star-studded Monaco Diamond League meeting and some Olympics updates. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode93 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunnin...

2021 US Olympic Trials Steeplechase champion Hillary Bor joins Andi and Zach to talk about championship racing and how the world’s best win. Andi and Zach also break down recent Diamond League results and several Tokyo Olympics updates, including final selections from many major contenders. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode92 For coaching and train...

Andi and Zach discuss the full range of distance races at the US Track and Field Olympic Trials, sharing history, results, backstories, and more. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode91 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

Alicja Konieczek of On Athletics Club joins Andi to discuss the ways runners might leverage goals and positive anticipation to better themselves in their endeavors.  Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including the first weekend of the US Olympic Team Trials with the men’s 10,000m and 800m and women’s 1500m and 5,000m. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit ht...

From new world and European records to the NCAA track and field championships, so much amazing is happening! But in addition to discussing all of that, Andi and Zach also return to the topic of fueling for running with additional considerations and essential reminders. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode89 For coaching and training details and servic...

Andi and Zach deconstruct the much-debated topic of fueling for a run, breaking down both the science of metabolising energy and the practical application of what that means for training and racing. Don’t miss the world of running segment that includes a blistering new world record and a smattering of national records in recent performances. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit http...

Todd Buckingham, Ph. D joins the show to discuss the science of aerobic development and building fitness, breaking down what adaptations occur in the body and how to train to best influence such things. Andi and Zach also showcase the latest running news, including an astounding record by Hobbs Kessler, strong performances in Portland, and the latest from the second installment in the Diamond Leag...

Shawanna White joins the show to discuss how anyone can run with others without compromising training.  Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including Laura Muir’s and Oliver Hoare’s continuing rampages as well as the tragedy at the Huanghe Shilin Mountain Marathon. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode86 For coaching and trainin...

Andi and Zach discuss the most common workout types for distance runners and how to most effectively execute those workouts. Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including Olympic qualifications and new records. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode85 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coachi...

Sam Chelanga joins Andi and Zach to talk about the full experience of running, from the highs to the lows, the physical to the spiritual. Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including a Mexican national 5,000m record and a Pennsylvania high school 3200m record. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode84 For coaching and training details...

Andi and Zach discuss what matters most in running and how runners can train efficiently to maximize the most effective methods for building fitness over time. In recent running news, Ethiopia held its marathon trials, a Norwegian broke the women’s world 5k road record, and an Illinois native set a new 100 mile treadmill record. For all this and more, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode83 For co...

Andi and Zach discuss common life changes we tend to experience and how such things affect running and training as well as some key training considerations for anyone experiencing change. Additionally, Andi and Zach break down recent running news and updates like teenage Americans running super fast and some of the world’s best making statements in international competition. For the complete detai...