Running Warehouse

Mr. Rubio Used To Run

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Travel with Running Warehouse Co-Founder Joe Rubio and YouTube running shoe sensation Connor Blalock into a new dimension of running. This is a dimension of running gear, training, industry vets, coaches, athletes and stories of past successes and failures. A podcast journey into the wondrous world of every and all things running. Your next epic running adventure awaits at: “Mr Rubio Used to Run”.

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Running Warehouse

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Latest episode

Mar 25, 2026

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Episodes

46 | Goodbye, Connor! 25.03.2026

End of an Era. After 13 years as a Running Warehouse staple, Connor is taking to the road. In this farewell (for now) episode of Mr. Rubio Used to Run, we've got reflections, insights into new shoes, some parting hot takes, and maybe one or two tears getting shed.   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion! Shop Running Wa...

45 | Track Records and The Distance Of Hub Of America 18.02.2026

From Flagstaff to Boston, this week Joe and Connor go into their recent adventures full of fast running and record setting performances. And while the pro runners are important, we also dive into a few of the latest shoe offerings including the ASICS Superblast 3, HOKA Cielo X 1 3.0, and the Skechers Aero Razor.   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtub...

44 | Charlie Lawrence - 50 Mile WR Holder And adidas Prime X Evo Tester 04.02.2026

Ultra Marathon Pro Charlie Lawrence joins us this week to talk about his transition from Marathon running, to setting the 50 Mile World Record. With a busy year of racing, Charlie is coming off the Chasing 100 event where he helped play a part in developing the most advanced race shoe ever, the adidas adizero Prime X Evo! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to ou...

43 | Mr. Rubio's Shoe Adventures - TRE And USATF XC Nationals 06.01.2026

This week Mr. Rubio and Connor return to discuss a busy month of travel. From Texas, to Oregon, and Back to California, there is lots of newness to reveal in the running shoe world!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion! Shop Running Warehouse: https://www.runningwarehouse.com

42 | NEW 2026 Running Shoes!!! Sneak Peak Of The Top Upcoming Shoes 01.12.2025

The top running shoes of 2026 are coming to Running Warehouse and this week Mr. Rubio and Connor discuss some of the shoes they are looking forward to most in the new year! With The Running Event happening all week in San Antonio, we get to take a sneak peak at the coolest and most innovative shoes from every brand. Be sure to keep an eye out on our Youtube channel throughout the week for the late...

41 | Mr. Rubio's Top Running Shoe Picks 2025 28.10.2025

The top running shoes of 2025 are here at Running Warehouse and this week Mr. Rubio and Connor go into all of their favorites. From daily trainers, to performance trainers, and even super shoes, we go into all the best running shoes and break down all the latest tech!!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion! Shop Runni...

40 | The Ultimate Guide To Midsole Foams | Deep Dive Into EVA, PEBA, ATPU, TPEE 08.10.2025

This week we take a deep dive into everything foam related. From the early days of EVA to the newest generation ATPU compounds, we go through each and share some industry insider stories never heard before! If you like to geek out on the latest running shoe tech, you wont want to miss this episde! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join...

39 | Amol Saxena: The #1 Doctor Of The Track Stars 18.09.2025

This week the running worlds top foot doctor, Amol Saxena,  joins us to share his in depth knowledge of running injuries, new age recovery tools, running shoe design, and a whole lot more! Amol has not only has treated some of the top runners in the world (like Olympic medalist Galen Rupp) but is also a runner himself who understands the struggles we all face in the pursuit of getting faster. If y...

38 | Track Nationals Recap, Illegal Ultramarathon Shoes, And New Training Techniques!!! 04.09.2025

Joe returns from Eugene and gives us his full recap of USATF nationals, Connor is back racing, and we go deep into the secret adidas shoe built to break the 100k WR!! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion: Shop Running Warehouse: https://www.runningwarehouse.com

37 | The Original HS XC National Champions: Kira Jorgensen Abercromby And Julia Stamps Mallon 25.08.2025

Former Footlocker XC / Kinney XC Champs Kira Jorgensen Abercromby And Julia Stamps Mallon join us in the studio this week to chat about their dominant HS cross country careers and the many lessons they've learned along the way. With many successes on the Track, Wall Street, and even in Space, Kira and Julia have had extremely impressive careers filled with some pretty entertaining stories that lef...

36 | Lance Harter: Legendary NCAA Track And XC Coach 06.08.2025

Lance Harter joins us this week and shares his experiences as the head Cross Country and Track coach at the University of Arkansas, Cal Poly Slo, and Team USA. As one of the most successful coaches in the sports history, Lance walks us through some of his training secrets and gives us a behind the scenes look at a few of the key issues facing NCAA athletes and recruiting today! If you enjoyed this...

35 | Stroller Mile World Record, Women's Sub 4 Mile, And Grand Slam Track News 24.07.2025

This week on Mr. Rubio used To Run we have LOTS of records. From the stroller mile world record to Faith Kipyegon's Sub 4 mile attempt, we see alot of fast running that continues to blow our minds! If you're a true Track fan, you wont want to miss out on this weeks action packed episode!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the dis...

34 | Brittany Charboneau: Pro Runner, Amateur Comedian, Full Time Mother! 03.06.2025

Pro Runner Brittany Charboneau joins us this week to talk about competing on the trails, coin collecting on the run, and improv comedy. A truly multi-talented person, Brittany brings an extra flare of excitement that you wont want to miss!!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=P...

33 | Indoor Track Marathons, 100 Year Old Running Shoes, and Testing The adidas Evo 2 21.05.2025

Joe and Connor are back from the future in this double header episode of Mr. Rubio Used To Run. From California, to Boston, to Germany, and back to California, the Running Warehouse team has been traveling around the world and creating content. From hanging out with the influencers in Boston, to visiting the archive / athlete lab at adidas HQ in Herzo Germany, a lot has gone down over the past few...

32 | Jordan (Hasay) Hogan: Proto Vaporflys, Cryosaunas, and National Records 09.04.2025

Jordan Hogan (formerly Jordan Hasay) joins us this week to chat about her legendary running career! From setting untouchable junior national records to running world class marathon times, Jordan has excelled at every stage of her running journey and gives us some unique views of what it's like to compete at the professional level. Whether you're an Oregon Track fan or just want to hear about the e...

31 | Track Attacks, 100 Mile DQs, And New ASICS Super Shoes?? 27.03.2025

The spring racing season is in full effect and competition is getting SPICY! From baton attacks on the track to Ultra Marathoners getting DQ'd for illegal shoes, these races are not just seeing fast times but also crazy headlines. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDt-UWZV_fgr...

30 | Vince Engel: Nike Ads with Michael Jordan And Humboldt Running With Bill Scobey 27.02.2025

Nike advertising legend Vince Engel and the mileage king Bill "Mad Dog" Scobey join us on today's podcast to chat about running at Humboldt State in the 70s, racing with track and field legends through the 80s, and creating some of the most well known sports ads of the 90s. Get an exclusive look at the early days of the sport and the unique marketing that helped build it into what it is today! If...

29 | Erik Dube: RW Shoe Buyer And Ultra Marathon Veteran 05.02.2025

Ultra Marathon veteran and Running Warehouse shoe buyer Erik Dube joins us this week on the pod to chat about the craziest 100 mile races, the top running shoes on the market, and his many experiences over the years in the Footwear Industry. If you are a fan of Running Warehouse history or just want to hear about the early days of Western States, you wont want to miss this episode of Mr. Rubio Use...

28 | 2025 Goals, Performance Limits, And Mr. Rubio's Top Shoe Picks 23.01.2025

Mr. Rubio and Connor are back to chat their New Years goals for 2025, the performance limits for elite athletes as they get older, and some of the top running shoe picks in every category. If you consider yourself a true shoe nerd, this is definitely the episode for you! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!   Shop Run...

27 | Best Running Shoes, Races, And Athletes Of 2024 08.01.2025

2024 has come and gone and we decided to go through all the best shoes from each brand to see what was hot and what was not! Along with the old, we also take a quick glimpse into the future and give some advice to newer runners looking to bump up their mileage in 2025!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

26 | Hobbs Kessler and Bryce Hoppel: The Electric Mid Distance Duo 18.12.2024

Olympians Hobbs Kessler and Bryce Hoppel join us on this weeks episode to chat about their experiences training in Flagstaff, preparing for the Olympics, and racing against the 800m and 1500m against some of the top pros in the world. Get a behind the scenes look at what it's like to live and train like an Elite mid distance runner!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head...

25 | TRE Chaos, NCAA Nationals, And Sound Running XC 04.12.2024

The Running Warehouse Team has been busy traveling around the country and checking out the latest shoes and fastest races. From the chaos of The Running Event (TRE), to the fast paced performances of NCAAs/ Sound Running Champs, we give you the inside scoop on some of the most important running festivities of the year!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our...

24 | 2025 Shoe Sneak Preview, Old School Training Logs And Race Wins 14.11.2024

The Running Event is almost here and we give you an early sneak preview of some of the best new running shoes coming out in 2025! Along with new shoes, we also have take a look back at old school training logs and go into some recent Race Wins!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

23 | Comeback Seasons, Super Shoe Studies, and Double Threshold Runs 06.11.2024

The racing season is in full swing and here at Running Warehouse, it's Comeback Season! This week we go in deep on just how important new super shoe technology and different training methods are in achieving success at your goal race!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

22 | Gary Tuttle: Racing In The 70s Against Steve Prefontaine, Frank Shorter, And The USSR 22.10.2024

This week we met up with the Former American Record holder and Ventura county legend, Gary Tuttle. From racing Steve Prefontaine, Frank Shorter, and even the top USSR athletes, Gary had a prolific racing career on both the roads and track that spanned decades!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

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