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

Rick Lind has learned more than a few lessons the hard way during his time as a runner. But the important thing is that he's learning those lessons, and that will only help him going forward. Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/880. 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? S...

Do you struggle with finding the right fueling strategy to use during a run/race? If so, you're not alone. Sadly, there is no one-size-fits-all rule regarding fueling, but there are some good rules of thumb that may help you figure out what will work best for you going forward. Check out the memes/GIFs/links/etc, as well as the actual blog post for this article, over at http://DizRuns.com/879. Thi...

Corinne Milligan hated running--until she fell in love with the sport! And the rest, as they say, is history... Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/878 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 to use the code...

You ask, I answer! And this month, the questions just didn't stop! Among the topics this month, I'm talking about heel spurs, fall food, off seasons, and a whole lot more! Check out the blog post for today's episode for memes, GIFs, links, and whatever else at http://DizRuns.com/877 Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong! http://dizruns...

Gary Joe Collins has reasons for running that are bigger than himself--and that's a good thing! 10 years ago, running was the farthest thing from Gary Joe's mind. But he decided that he needed to improve his health to be a better husband and father, and that spurred some major changes in his life. Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/876. Love the show? Check out...

The best way to spur growth is to step outside of your comfort zone. Runners: that doesn't mean just hammer it all time! Need some better suggestions for ways to constructively get uncomfortable? Check out today's post at http://DizRuns.com/875 Need a foamroller? Bookmark http://DizRuns.com/foamroller, and use that link to send a few pennies my way with the purchase of a new foam roller (or anythi...

When Sharon Babineau got started running, she had no idea it would be so pivotal in her future. When she lost her husband to colon cancer, running was the stabilizing force to help her work through her grief and keep on keeping on. Check out the full show notes for this episode at http://DizRuns.com/874 Today's episode of the show is sponsored in part by Tailwind! Tailwind is definitely my go-to s...

How willing are you to call an audible with your training? While I'm a big fan of having a consistent training routine and sticking to it most of the time, there is definitely a time and a place to call an audible. Truth talk? This wasn't the topic I'd planned to discuss in this episode. But when the original topic just wasn't coming together like I'd planned, I had to change the plan at the last...

Martin Underwood may still be new-ish to the running community, but he's quickly become a big fan of the sport. Like the rest of us, Martin's race ambitions have been put on hold due to the Covid-19 situation, but he's found ways to stay motivated to keep training this summer as he looks forward to what's to come. Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/872 Today's...

I used to be a runner that was pretty much only motivated to train consistently when I had races on the calendar. Thanks to Covid-19, most of us have pretty empty race calendars at the moment. And as such, some of us are really struggling to stay motivated to keep grinding out the miles. Whether that sounds familiar or not, today's episode is all about ways we can all stay motivated to get our mil...

Brian Walker is my guest today, and one of the topics we covered was some of the mental struggles he's had on race days past. His method for working through those struggles has been multi-faceted. And I think there is a lesson in there for all of us, no matter what areas of running (or life) we may be struggling with... Check out the full show notes for today's episode, as well as photos, links, a...

You ask, I answer! No matter how crazy this year gets, one thing is certain: the last Friday every month is all about your questions! This month's Q's include nose breathing, mantras, my guitar playing ambitions, and a whole lot more! Check out the post for this episode, chock full of memes/GIFs/shenanigans, at http://DizRuns.com/869 Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help...

Ryan-James Cloke has had his perspective change with regards to his running quite a bit over his running career. These days, running is a lot less about speed and time goals and more about just enjoying the miles. Not for nothing, I think he's doing it right... Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/868 Are you struggling in a certain area of your training and woul...

Some runners are quick to blame their shoes when dealing with various running injuries. But a potential factor that many runners overlook is the role their non-running shoes may be playing. Can changing your non-running shoes help you stay healthier as a runner? In a word, yes. Check out the blog post for this episode, including memes/GIFs/links/shenanigans at http://DizRuns.com/867. Love the show...

Katie Bouton has gotten into running in the past few years, and surprised herself at her ability to do so. A handful of years ago, Katie weighed over 260 lbs. At the urging of her doctor, she focused on improving her health and has dropped over 100 pounds. Running after he weight loss was much more doable than when she tried running in an effort to help her lose weight, and now she's enjoying the...

Are you making it even harder for yourself to reach your goals than it already is? Most of us, myself included, have a tendency to "get in our own way" on our paths toward success. How? That's the topic of today's episode. Check out the full blog post for today's show at http://DizRuns.com/865. Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong! ht...

Katie Spotz is always looking for an epic adventure, especially if she can do good at the same time. Katie is currently preparing for a run across the state of Maine in support of Lifewater International. But this is just one of many ways she's pushed her limits to support the cause of clean water for everyone in the world. Check out the full show notes at http://DizRuns.com/864. Today's show is s...

Statistically speaking, most runners are going to deal with an injury at some point in their careers. The process of getting back into the groove of running is a bit tricky and is anything but one-size-fits-all. That said, if you keep some sound principles in mind, and adjust them based on your specific situation, you can get yourself back on track without too many detours along the way. And that,...

Cortney Berling has learned a few hard lessons during her running career, and now she's helping other women avoid similar struggles. Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/862. 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 show at the same time? Now you can. http://DizRuns.com/coffe...

It's that time of the month again! You ask, I answer, and this month's Qs are all over the place. This month we are talking about trail running, books/movies, current struggles, and a whole lot more! Check out the full blog post for today's episode, including all the questions, my abridged answers, memes/GIF/links, and various other miscellany at http://DizRuns.com/861 Love the show? Check out the...

Diana Angstadt knows first hand how important running can be for both her mental and physical health. Diana struggled with PTSD upon her return home from serving in Iraq, and running has been a key component of her treatment protocol. Check out the full show notes for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/860 Today's Episode of the Show is Sponsored by Be Ready on Race Day: How to Create a Custom...

Sometimes we runners can be a bit overdramatic. I mean, how many times have you labeled a run as the "best ever?" And when it comes to your running, you might feel that 2020 is the worst year ever. But I'd argue that when it's all said and done, it may not be as bad as you think. Check out the full blog post for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/859 Love the show? Check out the support page fo...

What would it take for you to rate yourself as a 5 out of 5 in various aspects of your running life? In today's quick tip, I'm exploring the idea that having an almost impossible standard can help lead to incredible growth (in running and in life). Check out the full blog post for this episode at http://DizRuns.com/857 Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Ru...

Safe to say, all of us have been impacted by the Covid-19 situation over the past handful of months. While the impact of the virus continues to evolve and will continue to be felt for years, there are lessons to be learned from the pandemic so far. Check out the full blog post for todays episode at http://DizRuns.com/855 This Episode is Sponsored by Audible.com. Get a FREE 30 trial + a FREE audiob...

How are your goals for the year doing at the halfway point? For many of us, our goals for 2020 went out the window a while ago. If your goals have been ripped to shreds, now is a good time to set some new targets for the year to help set yourself up for success in 2021 and beyond. Check out the full blog post for today's episode, including memes/GIFs/links and the like, at http://DizRuns.com/853 L...