Diz Runs Radio: Running, Life, & Everything In Between

Happy New Year! What are your running goals for 2021? I'm a big fan of setting big goals for a new year, but it's important to make sure you're setting the right goals for yourself. Doing that goes a long way to making sure you have a successful 2021. Check out the full blog post for today at http://DizRuns.com/905 Today's Episode is Sponsored by YNAB. Running is expensive. YNAB can help. Get an e...

Ava Martinez is someone that loves a good run, and a good race, as much as any runner I know. We covered a variety of topics today, from the allure of the NYC marathon to running and mental health, and shared some laughs along the way as well. Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/904. Today’s episode of the show is brought to you by Diz Runs coffee. Want to suppo...

You ask, I answer! For the last time in 2020, it's time for a bit of Q&A. This month's Qs include some controversial opinions, goal setting for 2021, "perfect" training cycles, and a whole lot more! Check out the memes/GIFs/links associated with this month's Qs at http://DizRuns.com/903. Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong! http://di...

A handful of years ago, Steve Turner wasn't running at all. A couple of months ago, Steve Turner ran the Moab 240. Quite the progression in not much time, eh? Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/902. Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong! http://dizruns.com/support Become a Patron of the Show! Visit...

One of the obvious perils of outdoor winter running is the risk of slipping and sliding on icy roads or sidewalks. Today I'm sharing some tips to help you stay upright while you log your miles this winter. Check out the blog post for today's episode, and all the memes/GIFs/links/etc, at http://DizRuns.com/901. Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio...

Every Wednesday, I have a call with two fellow running coaches with the goal of helping each other be better coaches and business owners. In today's episode of the show, I'm chatting with those two incredible women/coaches (Nora Bird and Laura Norris) while we talk about our experiences as coaches and how valuable a good coach/athlete relationship can be in the big picture. Check out the full show...

While no runner wants to deal with a bout of overtraining syndrome, the good news is that overcoming overtraining syndrome is very doable. And, perhaps, the even better news is that you don't have to stop running to do so. Check out the full blog post for today's episode, including memes/GIFs/links/ and more, at http://DizRuns.com/899. Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can hel...

Thessaly Nicolaysen has a bit of a competitive streak in her running, and it's been that way pretty much since she started running. Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/898 Are you struggling in a certain area of your training and would like to pick my brain to try and find a way to get back on track? Schedule a consultation call and I’ll help you work through wh...

Overtraining syndrome is definitely a thing in the running community. Do you know what overtraining syndrome actually is? (Hint: it's not just running too much.) And what signs/symptoms should you look for to assess if you might be overtraining? Check out the full blog post for today's episode, including various memes/GIFs, at http://DizRuns.com/897 Today’s episode of the show is sponsored in part...

Chris Short is the kind of runner that is always down for a challenge, especially if it's multiple races in the same day/weekend. The Philadelphia Freed Challenge? The Dopey Challenge? The Blue Ridge Double Marathon Challenge? If it's a multi-race challenge, odds are he's ready and willing to give it a try and see what happens! Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.co...

You ask, I answer! It's time, once again, for another round of Listener Q&A. This month, I'm taking Qs on Thanksgiving foods, overtraining, rest days, dates with my wife, and a whole lot more! Check out the blog post for today's episode, as well as the obligatory memes/GIFs, at http://DizRuns.com/895. Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going str...

Kerri Nelson is a runner that never came across a race she didn't want to run. Ok, maybe that's a bit hyperbolic, but she really does run a lot of races. Road. Trail. OCR. She's pretty much down for whatever! Check out the full show notes for today at http://DizRuns.com/894 Today’s episode of the show is brought to you by Diz Runs coffee. Want to support yourself with some great coffee and support...

The end of the year is usually a bit crazy for a lot of folks, and this year will be no exception. Today I'm dusting off an episode from 3+ years ago and revisiting some ways to survive the end of the year madness that we are likely to experience between now and the start of 2021. Check out the show notes for this episode, memes and GIFs included, at http://DizRuns.com/893. Love the show? Check ou...

Karen Anderson started running to see if she could do it. Turns out she could. And not only can she do it, but she really likes it too! Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/892 Today's show is sponsored in part by Headsweats. Step up your hat/visor game in 2020 and beyond, and support the show at the same time, by visiting http://DizRuns.com/headsweats. And don't...

Today I'm talking good, bad, and ugly on two items I've tried recently: Feetures Elite socks and the Freetrain V1 vest. Not sure if either of these items is right for you? Hopefully, this review will help you decide! Check out the full blog post for today's episode, including all the usual shenanigans, at DizRuns.com/891. Are you ready to take your running to the next level by working with a coach...

Shawn Vincent is a man that is using running as a tool to make a difference in the world. How? By spearheading a program at his middle school (he's the principal) that exposes his students and the community to the benefits of running! Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/890 Today's Episode is Sponsored by YNAB. Running is expensive. YNAB can help. Get an extra m...

Don't look now, but it is officially cold and flu season. While it's virtually impossible to prevent yourself from getting sick this winter, there are things you can do to tilt the odds of staying healthy into your favor. Check out the blog post for today's episode, including memes, GIFs, and links, at DizRuns.com/889. Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Ru...

Jason Dennis continues to do a variety of things within the sport of running. From long term goals to epic virtual challenges, starting a streak to starting a podcast, anything running related may be worth a try! Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/888 Today's episode of the show is sponsored in part by Tailwind! Tailwind is definitely my go-to source of race da...

It's that time of the month again you ask the questions and I give the answers! And this month, the questions are all over the place. I'm talking about foam rolling, long run options, Halloween shenanigans, and a whole lot more! Check out the show notes for this episode, with a handful of memes/GIF that at least put a smile on my face, at http://DizRuns.com/887. Love the show? Check out the suppor...

Jerry Przywara has only been running for a handful of years, and safe to say he won't be stopping any time soon! It wasn't too long ago that running for one minute on the treadmill was a big achievement. Now, for Jerry, one minute is just the beginning! Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/886 Are you ready to take your running to the next level by working with a...

Can sports drinks provide all of your fueling needs during a long run or race? In theory, yes. But is it a practical solution? Check out the blog post for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/885 Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong! http://dizruns.com/support Become a Patron of the Show! Visit http://Patreon.com/DizRuns to find out...

Hildee Weiss had enough of the "couch potato" life, found fitness, and hasn't looked back. And she's still just getting started! Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/884 Today's show is sponsored in part by Headsweats. Step up your hat/visor game in 2020 and beyond, and support the show at the same time, by visiting http://DizRuns.com/headsweats. And don't forget...

Digestion isn't a common topic in many running circles, but maybe it should be? I recently read the book The Athlete's Gut by Dr. Patrick Wilson, and learned a lot about how exercise impacts the process of digestion. If you're trying to optimize your fueling strategy for future races, having at least a basic understanding of how exercise impacts digestion isn't a bad idea. I'm sharing five of my m...

Bill Featherston has as busy of a life as any of us, yet he still finds time to get at least a mile or two in each day. Bill is on his second extended running streak, and hopefully the lessons learned in his first streak (which lasted a year) will help him keep his new streak (currently approaching 4 months) going as long as he wants it to continue. Check out the full show notes for today's episod...

Too often, runners focus solely on mid-run nutrition to fuel their runs. While what you consume during your runs obviously matters, the you eat/drink when you're not running matters more than you might think. Check out the blog post that accompanies today's episode, full of memes, GIFs, links, and more, at http://DizRuns.com/881 Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep...