Conversational Pace

Yeah, you guessed it... we're both a little burnt out.  I mean, we still love running, but we're re-evaluating our relationships with our favorite sport.  If you're anywhere near as obsessive as we are, then you might be facing runner's burn out too!  Check in and see how we're coping. Don't stink! What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you! Email us at conve...

In big epsiode Four-Ohh, Jim and Chris revisit the advantages and pitfalls of working with both training plans and running coaches.  We're gettin' back on the horse, y'all! Jim digs the Altra Timp5 trail shoe What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you! Email us at conversationalpacepod@gmail.com Instagram: conversationalpacepod Threads: conversationalpacepod Facebook page:...

Hello?  Is this podcast on?  Jump in as Jim and Chris return to their mics after some much needed time off.  Running, and podcasting can both be a source of stress as well as joy.  We took time away form both to try and balance out life's other needs.  Join us as we talk about finding our way back into running. Jim loves his Speedland GS Oak trail shoes!  I just checked their site and they&ap...

Joins us as we interview our friend, Jessica to discuss her running journey and experience recently completing her first marathon. What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you! Email us at conversationalpacepod@gmail.com Instagram: conversationalpacepod Threads: conversationalpacepod Facebook page: Conversational Pace Podcast Twitter: CPacePod TikTok: ConversationalPace YouTube: Conversatio...

It would have been 30 gifts, but Jim copied one of Chris'!  Runners can be so hard to buy for, especially during a stressful holiday season.  Let us make it easier for you!  Chris' List Under 50: Squirrel’s Nut Butter $15 for sticks $3-$25 for Tins Zebra Hemp Rub $45 Smartwool Merino Gloves $24 Smartwool Merino Beanie $30 Tracksmith Brighton Neck Warmer $48 50-100: Oofos slides $60 Ciele...

Jim and Chris are thankful they for their running family filling in for them on this very special episode of the podcast. Previous guests Barb and Carolyn host the podcast for the day and give some thoughts on things they are thankful for and try their hands at a Moment of Zen and Defend Your Gear segments. Happy Thanksgiving and thank you for listening!  HRM Pro What do you think?  We'd love...

Jim goes solo this episode and talks about how running can turn into a bit of an obsession and start to become an unhealthy part of your life.  What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you! Email us at conversationalpacepod@gmail.com Instagram: conversationalpacepod Threads: conversationalpacepod Facebook page: Conversational Pace Podcast Twitter: CPacePod TikTok: ConversationalPace YouTube...

Ok, we didn't actually count.  There are probably way more than ten tips!  Jim and Chris have both run in some really cold conditions.  That's hard to avoid doing what we love in the hinterlands of Chicago. Jim reviews Yak Trax for slushy conditions while Chris digs his Norda 001 G+ Spikes Chris' cold weather running recommendations... >50°Shorts and Singlet 45° - 50°Shorts and M...

Jim goes solo this episode to interview his wife, Carolyn. Carolyn started her running journey at the same time as Jim but has taken her own path through her running career. Carolyn recently finished The Air Force Marathon and an awesome trail race. Jim also reviews the brand new Altra Via Olympus 2 in Defend Your Gear. Altra Via Olympus 2 Ornery Mule Racing  What do you think?  We'd love to...

Join us this week as we spend an hour chatting with our buddy, Marc the cyclist!  Aside from spending lots of time on two wheels, Marc is also an avid runner.  He recently finished his first marathon up in Ann Arbor and crushed a local 10k. The Saucony Kinvara just might be Marc's favorite shoe! What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you! Email us at conversationalpacepod@gmail.com I...

Tune in as Jim and Chris discuss their ideas on the right nutrition to keep your running on track.  This episode covers overall thoughts on your daily diet as well as race day or long run fueling.  What's helpful, what's yummy and what's downright gross. Chris digs applesauce. and Huel Daily Greens. Jim digs the Altra FWD with 4mm drop. What do you think?  We'd love to hear fro...

Join Jim and Chris for some random chit chat about all things running!  We're recapping a bit about the Chicago Marathon, where we're at in our training, and Chris sneaks in a gear review. Chris digs the Topo Phantom 3 Jim finds deals on the Asics Novablast 3 Chris' snaps from the marathon It's cold and rainy where we are.  Maybe grab a warm beverage and settle in for the pod;...

This weekend is the Chicago Marathon!  Though neither Jim nor I are running it, we do have plenty of thoughts from our previous experience.  Tune in to get the low down. What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you! Email us at conversationalpacepod@gmail.com Instagram: conversationalpacepod Threads: conversationalpacepod Facebook page: Conversational Pace Podcast Twitter: CPacePod TikTok:...

We take a trip back to the beginning and give our novice selves some advice that we wish we knew back then. We also recap what we've been up to lately and have a Moment of Zen after some gear talk.  Quad Lock Cases Luke Humphrey's Race Equivalency Calculator What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you! Email us at conversationalpacepod@gmail.com Instagram: conversationalpacepod T...

What have we been up to?  Lots!  Running!  Racing!  Traveling and snickering at the ridiculousness of shoe manufacturers.  Follow along as we relive recent exploits and dive into the dark recesses of the self searching for Zen. Adidas' $500 Marathon Shoe The SparklyPets Hands-free Dog Leash Kurgo Dog Harness What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you! Email us at conversationalpacepo...

This week is all about shoes that you might be thinking of as we venture into the Fall race season.  What are you signed up for and what will you be running in?  If you still have questions, we just might have the answers.  Between the two of us, we've trained and raced in almost every 'super shoe' out there. It's our State of the Shoe-nion! What do you think?  We'd love t...

As we head into Fall races, your training plan is probably moving into the Taper phase.  What's that all about?  Why do it?  Is there a benefit?  Sometimes getting the most out of running can be counterintuitive.  Why run less to run stronger?  Makes about as much sense as running slow to run fast, right?  Join us as we dive down the rabbit hole. The Ultra Aspire line of personal lighting. Wh...

This week, Jim and Chris both came up with five tips to help you, our listeners, become better runners.  Again, we draw on our own experiences, past mistakes and success to hopefully help others avoid some common pitfalls along the running journey. Hippie Farms supplements that don't bomb Jim's tummy. What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you! Email us at conversationalpacepod@...

Jim and Chris relive their recent race experiences.  Did Chris PR his 5k?  Did Jim get eaten by a  bear???  All this and more on episode 23.  Running, racing and talking about it all at conversational pace. Jim's Electroshock Therapy Ironbull Trail Races in Wisconsin The Corrida del Mariachi 5k in lovely Berwyn, Ilinois! What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you! Email us at convers...

As we continue exploring running head games, we delve into guilt, the ego, and how the two can sabotage your progress.  Long story short, just let go of that stuff and set yourself free.  Your running and your family will thank you! Altra Vanish Carbon (Jim loves this shoe!) Charlotte's Web CBD Sleep Gummies (maybe these help?) Huel Daily Greens (cost less than AG 1 with more vitamins... also...

How on Earth do we get through our toughest runs?  Grit, determination, resilience... sheer unadulterated angst?  Whatever you wanna call it, the mental fortitude that those tough runs require is something that can be trained, just like your body. As Chris tries to hold onto his voice, he and Jim discuss tricks, tips and personal philosophies that have helped them conquer the demons that want us t...

We were both so excited to move away from the UltraMarathon and into the Summer of Speed!  Chasing running dreams isn't always what you thought it was gonna be.  Ok, it rarely is!  Join our pity party as we try to figure out just wtf is up with us.  Wherefore art thou Running High?  Can you be had in a can?  Evidently not. Offield CBD & THC Products (don't buy) Shokz Open Fit Headpho...

In this episode, we're hanging out with our friend, Barb, frequent running companion and just another ordinary runner (of marathons).  We obviously had a lot of fun recording and I think you'll enjoy the vibe.  Get your ears on it! Stryd Pod (ewww) Baleaf Sports (quality gear, great price) Altra Lone Peak New Balance Shoes (not just for middle-aged white men) Saucony Shoes (so much bette...

This week's epsiode is a casual discussion of a few different running topics, Chris' impression of Jack Handey and Jim's review of the Nix Biosensor. Join us for our thoughts on: What sort of runner are you? Running culture and politics Hailstorm of random banter Finding joy in a race we didn’t ‘race’ Real food fueling Running consistency Discussion of different shoe components And...

We interview our local running cheerleader Thuy. Thuy shares details on local run clubs, her start in running, and some lighter topics like fuel and favorite running brands. Familia Fresh Market Our Link Tree What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you! Email us at conversationalpacepod@gmail.com Instagram: conversationalpacepod Threads: conversationalpacepod Facebook page: Conversational...