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We are in the thick of the heat and humidity of a Chicago summer, and it's only going to get hotter and more intense. In this episode, we break down 5 tips for Chicago runners to make the most out of summer, while getting faster and fitter. EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 246: Summermaxxing for Chicago Runners 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect with Edge A...

Hot summer runs are nearly here. Today we have 7 tips to help you as the temps rise. EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 245: Acclimating to Heat 🏆 Connect with Edge Athlete Lounge: @ edgeathleticsinc 🧑‍💻 https://edgeathletelounge.com/  👟 Connect with Coach Robyn: @coach.robyn  👟 Connect with Coach Chris: @thechrismosier  🎶 Music by MEND Logo by @valeriegalerie  🔈 Audio mixed and edited by FermataL...

Thinking about running a marathon? Before you download a 16-week training plan, there's one question you need to answer: Are you actually ready to start it? Today we're breaking down realistic marathon training timelines and how long it really takes to get marathon-ready. EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 244: How Long Does It Take to Train For A Marathon? 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast...

What you do week one of marathon training establishes how the rest of your training block will go. These are the 5 tips we're giving our athletes who are taking on 26.2 this year.    EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 242: 3 Big Half Marathon Mistakes (& How to Fix Them)  📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect with Edge Athlete Lounge: @ edgeathleticsinc 🧑‍💻 ht...

Most runners ruin their half-marathon in the first 3 miles. In this episode, we’re talking about three huge mistakes runners make when racing 13.1, and exactly how to fix them. EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 242: 3 Big Half Marathon Mistakes (& How to Fix Them) 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect with Edge Athlete Lounge: @ edgeathleticsinc 🧑‍💻 https://e...

Summer running is right around the corner. In this episode, we cover 7 tips for summer running to help you start the season strong. To learn more about our Chicago Marathon summer running training, visit edgeathlete.me/run EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 241: 7 Tips For Summer Running 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect with Edge Athlete Lounge: @ edgeathle...

Ever notice how group runs somehow feel easier, even when you’re running faster? There’s actually a reason for that. In this episode, we break down the “Draft Horse Effect” — the psychology, physiology, and hidden performance boost that happens when runners train together. EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 240: The Draft Horse Effect 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube...

Rest days are not lazy days. They are where your body actually absorbs the work. But a lot of runners get them wrong. In this episode, we break down the difference between a rest day and a recovery day , why runners need both, and how to make your days off more effective with better sleep, fueling, nervous system recovery, and a little less guilt. If you’ve ever felt like taking a day off means fa...

Morning or evening - when should you run? The answer might be the difference between staying consistent and constantly skipping workouts In this episode, we break down the real pros and cons of each so you can train smarter, not just harder.  If you’ve ever struggled to stick to a routine, this one’s for you.  EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 238: The Best Time to Run 📹 Check out the video version of...

Trying to fit strength training into your running routine? You don’t need more time ... you need better structure. In this episode, we break down exactly how to combine cardio and strength in one day, whether to split sessions, and which to do first so you can get stronger without sacrificing your runs.   EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 237: Strength & Cardio on the Same Day? 📹 Check out the video ve...

Traveling doesn’t have to wreck your running - most people just don’t have a plan. If you’ve ever skipped runs on trips, felt terrible on your first workout, or struggled to stay consistent, this episode is for you. We’re breaking down simple travel hacks that make running while you’re on the road easier, smoother, and way more enjoyable. Because the goal isn’t perfect training while you travel… i...

If you want to level up your running, we’re going to explain exactly how to do it. Because the truth is, there are ways to get better faster, if you know what actually works. There are certain factors that do give runners an advantage. So in this episode, we’re going to break them all down, and tell you how to apply it to your training. These are 5 brutally honest truths that will give you an unfa...

Most runners think getting faster means running more. But what if the real unlock is getting stronger ? In this episode, we break down strengthmaxxing — what it is, why it matters, and how runners can actually use it to improve performance You’ll learn: Why strength is the missing piece for so many runners The biggest mistakes runners make in the gym How to structure your strength training without...

If your Sunday ends with stress, overthinking, and “where did the weekend go?” you’re not alone. The Sunday Scaries are real, but they’re also manageable. In this episode, we’re sharing 6 easy, practical ways to shift from dread to control before Monday hits.  EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 233: Sunday Scaries 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect with Edge...

There is a LOT going on in running right now. In this episode, we break down the top stories of Q1 (January to March) of 2026. EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 232: Running Tea 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect with Edge Athlete Lounge: @edgeathletelounge  🧑‍💻 https://edgeathletelounge.com/  👟 Connect with Coach Robyn: @coach.robyn  👟 Connect with Coac...

The 8K is a very specific and less common race distance for runners. This episode covers 8 tips to race the 8K distance, great for people racing the Chicago Shamrock Shuffle or any 8K race. EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 231: 8 Tips to Race 8K 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect with Edge Athlete Lounge: @edgeathletelounge  🧑‍💻 https://edgeathletelounge....

Now more than ever, the World Marathon Major races are pop-u-lar. There's more interest, more entries, more sponsors, more pros. In this episode, we break down what the races are, how to get into them, the personalities of each race, and other things to know as you chase your six stars. In this episode, we talk about Timeshifter, an app that helps reduce jet lag for long travel: https://www.timesh...

Ever have a workout that feels terrible and immediately question your fitness? What if we told you that you’re actually supposed to feel bad a third of the time? In this episode, we break down "The Rule of Thirds" - a simple framework that can completely change how you see hard workouts, okay days, and breakthrough sessions - from Alexi Pappas’ book, "Bravey." If you’ve ever panicked after a rough...

Periodization isn’t just for elites - it’s for any runner who wants to train smarter, avoid injury, and actually see progress. It’s the difference between just running and training with purpose. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a rut, or wondered why your workouts aren’t translating into faster race, this episode is for you. EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 228: The Secret Pro Runners Use to Get More Out o...

How do you know when shoes and gear are past their prime? In this episode we talk about the signs your gear is done and what to do with it when it's time to retire.   EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 227: Retiring Old Gear 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect with Edge Athlete Lounge: @edgeathletelounge  🧑‍💻 https://edgeathletelounge.com/  👟 Connect with C...

If you want to get faster FASTER, you need to start speedwork in short bursts in the spring.    EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 226: Why You Need Spring Speedwork 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect with Edge Athlete Lounge: @edgeathletelounge  🧑‍💻 https://edgeathletelounge.com/  👟 Connect with Coach Robyn: @coach.robyn  👟 Connect with Coach Chris: @the...

Let’s be honest: most runners don’t ask “Should I run when I’m sick?” They ask, “How sick is too sick?” Today, we’re answering that question before you turn a minor cold into a multi-week setback, and giving you a roadmap back to training after an illness.  EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 225: How Sick is Too Sick To Run? 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect...

Your phone might be the biggest thing holding your workouts back - and it’s not the music. In this episode, we break down how phone notifications trigger stress, reduce focus, and quietly sabotage strength gains, skill development, and recovery. You’ll learn why even “positive” notifications impact performance, how distraction lowers training intensity, and simple, practical ways to use your phone...

Most runners need to slow down to speed up. In this episode, we talk about the benefits of Zone 2 training (also known as EZAF) and how most runners should be using it.  EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 223: The Benefits of Zone 2 Training 📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect with Edge Athlete Lounge: @edgeathletelounge  🧑‍💻 https://edgeathletelounge.com/ ...

It's the top of the year, gyms are busier than ever, and we are seeing some... questionable behavior. In this episode we are going through gym etiquette 101 so we all can have a more pleasant, more sanitary experience.    📹 Check out the video version of this podcast edgeathlete.me/youtube 🏆 Connect with Edge Athlete Lounge: @edgeathletelounge  🧑‍💻 https://edgeathletelounge.com/  👟 Connect wi...