How Was Your Run Today? The Podcast

It's the pre-Thanksgiving episode to keep you company on all of the driving you're  not  doing. Peter and Bryan meet up in the wilds of the suburbs and talk about what they're most looking forward to when it's safe to go places again. They check in on their runs, including Peter's latest mishap while navigating the challenges of city running. Plus, an update on the Virtual Crankle 2K and Bryan sta...

Bryan and Peter debate about how to properly count all the miles. Then, they check in on how their running is going post-ultra, and what they're planning for the future. Plus, an update on the virtual Crankle 2K in December.  #running4robbie https://www.ourkatahdin.com  to make a donation to Millinocket.  Join our Strava group here:  https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT Head over to our Web site her...

Peter and Bryan welcome Sasha Wolff, founder of Still I Run (https://www.stilliruncommunity.com), a non-profit charity focused on the benefits of running for mental health. Following her own recovery from a mental health crisis, Sasha took up running to help her cope. When she couldn't find an existing community focused on running and mental health, she formed her own! Sasha describes the ways in...

Peter and Bryan (finally) sit down to recap their October Pumpkin Spice Ultra. They share all the details about their 31.3 miles that spanned from the historic streets of Boston to Concord's Battle Road Trail, including all of the cheer stations, water and pickle stops, and unexpected pacers along the way. Join our Strava group here:  https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT Head over to our Web site he...

Bryan and Peter get a long-distance visit from friends-of-the-show Dan Adamietz and Riley Gage, who recently completed their own solo ultras. To help prepare Peter and Bryan for their pumpkin spice ultra, they share how they were (safely) paced on the course, what was in their feedbag during and after the race, and how they managed their recovery. They also discuss how to maintain friendships whil...

Peter and Bryan join up for another Saturday run in preparation for their October ultra. They reflect back on their five years of running while doing the podcast—including all of the injuries and surgeries that have led them to their biggest year of running yet. Bryan talks about a recent hike up Mount Greylock, the highest peak in Massachusetts. They also take a trip to the movies and share some...

Peter and Bryan recount their run along the historic Battle Road in Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts. Then it's time to tackle a listener question about stretching. Plus, they talk about the plans for their October ultra, and Peter runs into an ultra problem midway through a training run.   Join our Strava group here:  https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT Head over to our Web site here:  www. HW...

Bryan and Peter recount their meetup on a recent long run, and Peter tells the tragic tale of his lost banana and parking garage crisis. Then, Bryan shares how his unplanned crazy runs have interfered with his long runs. Plus, HWYRTians share their experiences with the 31 Days of August Challenge: the good, the bad, and the journaling.   Join our Strava group here:  https://www.strava.com/clubs/HW...

Peter and Bryan check in on their 31 Days of August Challenge progress and prepare for the final two-day smidge. Then they welcome back Father Dan Horan—the running friar, professor, doctor, and author. Together they debate the etiquette rules for acknowledging fellow runners in the wild. They also discuss how Father Dan's life as a Franciscan monk has changed during the pandemic and how running h...

Bryan and Peter check in on their Week 3 of the 31 Days of August Challenge, then welcome Amelia Meath of the bands Sylvan Esso and Mountain Man back to the virtual studio. Amelia talks about how her approach to running has evolved since her last visit to HWYRT and how it has helped her as a performer. She also shares what life as a musician is like during COVID and confesses to the guilty pleasur...

Peter and Bryan check in from the shores of the beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee on their vacation to Geneva Point Center in New Hampshire. They chat about their runs along the trails, then discuss their progress on Week 2 of the 31 Days of August Challenge and make plans for Week 3. Plus, adventures with New Hampshire wildlife and talk of a future HWYRT retreat!   Buy HWYRT merch here: https://www.re...

Bryan and Peter give updates on their progress with Week 1 of the HWYRT 31 Days of August Challenge (#hwyrtaugust) and lay out what's ahead for Week 2. Then they are joined by epidemiologist Dr. Paul Sax, Clinical Director of the Infectious Disease Division at Brigham and Women's Hospital, who talks about running in the age of COVID-19, the daily precautions that are actually necessary to take, an...

Peter impresses Bryan with his long run in the summer heat. Bryan shares his new running plan. Plus, get ready for all the details about the HWYRT 31 Days of August Challenge! Buy some cool merch here: https://www.redbubble.com/people/hwyrt/shop?asc=u Join our Strava group here:  https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT Visit our Web site here:  www. HWYRT.com Email us here:  howwasyourruntoday@gmail.co...

Peter recovers from a big running week, while Bryan prepares for a sweltering run. Also, Peter brings some personal baggage to the movies. Plus, they introduce a new August challenge for HWYRTians everywhere! Buy some of our cool merch here: https://www.redbubble.com/people/hwyrt/shop?asc=u Join our Strava group here:  https://www.strava.com/clubs/HWYRT Visit our Web site here:  www. HWYRT.com Ema...

Bryan and Peter give the full rundown (see what we did there?) on each of their amazing Independent Independence Day Ultra runs from the July 4th holiday weekend. Then, it's a non-stop HWYRTian audio lovefest with messages sent in from both past guests and listeners. Huge thank you to everyone who gave us a shout-out, and a special thank you to Dan Adamietz for the amazing poster art for this epis...

It's Bryan's turn to visit Peter for their 199th episode. First, they chat about their strange week of running in the summer heat where Peter finds a prize while Bryan finds a new way to commune with nature. They also talk about how they've been training and reflect on what they've learned since their very first marathon. Then they plan their strategy for the Independent Independence Day Ultra. Pl...

Peter and Bryan roll the podcast into the carport to keep out of the rain. They talk about how their runs have been going and check in on plans for their upcoming marathon training. Plus, an update on the rules for the Independent Independence Day Ultra, and a special request for all HWYRTians who want to participate in the upcoming 200th episode! https://misterrourke.com – for all your scratching...

Peter and Bryan test out a new socially distant recording location. Bryan talks about some weird things he witnessed on his recent trail run, and Peter breaks down how his session with Coach Paul Davies didn't go exactly as planned. Bryan also makes plans to venture out from the Gould homestead, and the guys discuss how they are thinking about training during the summer. Plus, artist and runner Lo...

Peter and Bryan talk about the beautiful May weekend they enjoyed while still practicing good social distancing. Then, it's time to go to the movies for both serious frights and meditative documentaries. George Woodward sends in a dispatch with musings about marathon math. Plus, a story from Bryan about a strange workout he witnessed.  Don't forget to check out the #backyardbostonmarathon YouTube...

Bryan and Peter are joined by filmmaker Greg Shea and his wife Ashley, and Social Media Guru Anna Brooks for a recap of the #BackyardBostonMarathon. Everyone talks about their own backyard marathon experiences, then Anna shares some great stories from the social media sphere. Backyard Boston Marathon – The Norwood Edition https://medium.com/@jrlarnard/im-still-in-awe-at-what-an-incredible-day-yest...

Peter and Bryan chat with filmmaker Greg Shea of Running with Cameras about #BackyardBostonMarathon and what they're each planning to do for the big day. Then they welcome Dave McGillivray, race director of the B.A.A. Boston Marathon. Dave reminds everyone of the importance of staying off the race course on Marathon Monday and how he's planning to celebrate the marathon while still physically dist...

Peter and Bryan welcome a soothing presence into their Zoom quarantine universe --their good friend Emily Saul, founder of E. Saul Movement sports psychology and co-leader of the November Project Boston. Emily talks about how we are all adjusting to the newness of self-isolation, how she's handling being away from her NP tribe, and how we can dig into what we find valuable and meaningful in our ru...

Bryan and Peter are grateful that they can still run outside, but they share some of their challenges. They also talk about Bryan's experience with telemedicine, an "App That Up" recommendation from the HWYRTian of the Great White North, and how their eating habits have changed since living in isolation. They also go to the movies and (re) experience several classics, including Lawrence of Arabia,...

Bryan and Peter welcome Coach Paul Davies to the HWYRT Zoom line. Coach Paul brings the science as he talks about running and recovery, including how the body adapts to stress during training and what different levels of runners should be doing right now. He also shares how he's coping with the news cycle (hint: more science) and how his project of running every street in Boston is going. Plus, up...

Peter and Bryan try to distract themselves from their quarantines with a Zoom check in. They talk about how their runs are going and how they are handling the psychological weight of the situation. Plus, a rare trip to the store, how they strap on the feedbag, how they're handling the hair situation, and an app that up! Visit  www.hwyrt.com  for past episodes.