Running Is Life Podcast

Here is my thoughts and experiences from my finish at the Hardrock 100-Mile run. I'll be posting to my blog a formal write up of the race with more details if you're interested in learning more. Don't hesitate to reach out with questions or comments. I'm posting picture & videos to Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube (all handles posted below). Thank you for all your support through this! MR Runningpai...

Chris, John, & I met through Ultra Running and have been friends ever since. This episode was so much fun to hear their background stories and their adventure at the Black Hills 100 in their quest for a top three finish so they could earn the Bison Skull Trophy.   MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRR...

Hardrock is just over one week away. Here is where I am in my race preparations...   MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:   If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSEVENTS/ https://www.instagram.com/mrrunningpains/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512q...

Craig Peterson is an amazing human doing! From learning he has Type I Diabetes, to changing his life style, to completing ultra marathons. Craig has already done so much in his lifetime that most won't even attempt! You'll hear his story in this episode including all the bumps in the road to his goal race, 29029 Idaho. Inspiration starts now...   29029 Idaho - https://29029everesting.com/products/...

Coaching Brandon Whistler has been a great experience. He complies near 100% of the time & asks questions to make sure he's doing what's needed to succeed. After eight months together he took on War Hammer! Here's his story...   MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Channels, &...

As you'll hear, Cory has had his challenges, lessons, failures , & successes! Here's his story.   Oh, and I GOT INTO HARDROCK!!!!   MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:   If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSEVENTS/ https://www.instagram.com/mrrunningp...

Warning to the listener: This one is full of emotion! Old Dominion 100-Mile - http://www.olddominionrun.org/   MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:   If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSEVENTS/ https://www.instagram.com/mrrunningpains/ https://www.you...

This will be Michael Harms 1st 100-mile race. Who is Michael Harms? Only one of the best humans on earth! please have a listen to learn more about Michael, the Old Dominion 100-mile race, and our respective race plans & strategies. Episode 69 will have our post race conversation on how the race went for each of us.   Old Dominion 100-mile website - http://www.olddominionrun.org/  Ainsley's Angels...

This episode catches up with Natalie Daniel after finishing the 5th and final route of The BRUTE Challenge. I also have a conversation with Charles Raffensberger, the creator of The BRUTE Challenge. We talk about the creation of The Challenge and Charles' journey through our sport (including finishing a lap at Barkley's). Fun conversations and if you're not careful, you'll be on the finishers list...

It's a good one! The title says it all! Miriam (as always) drops a ton of helpful knowledge for those that may not even have any shin pain! And Canyon comes back on to discuss his amazing course record performance at Cruel Jewel.   Resources: Miriam's Previous Episodes: EPISODE 11 - Physical Therapist Miriam Salloum of The Runners Mechanic Physical Therapy Clinic EPISODE 17  - Plantar Fasciitis wi...

For most of us, we want a better world and place to recreate. When we come together collectively to have our voices heard, we can be a mighty force! That is where Protect Our Winters (POW) comes in. This discussion with Dr. Stephanie Howe and Mr. Canyon Woodward just scratches the surface in how we can seek change and make actionable contributions not only locally, or even nationally, but globally...

This Episode focuses on using the treadmill in various ways to help gain fitness and make you a stronger, faster, and better runner.   Weighted Vest - https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/fitness-gear-40-lbweighted-vest-17fgeufg40lbwghtdeac/17fgeufg40lbwghtdeac   David Roche's Speed Legs Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFvqLcOEOQw   MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:   If you'd like to...

In this episode, I talk about some East Coast Happenings & Results from East Coasters. I dive into my trail shoe closet and why I have & use the shoes I own. Then I speak on selecting the right shoe for your Goal Race. As always, contact me with any questions or comments you have! Seven Sisters 25k Results - https://ultrasignup.com/results_event.aspx?did=81914 Art Loeb FKT - https://fastestknownti...

Join me for my thoughts on running by perceived exertion. How do I define each effort, what these efforts should feel like, workouts in these different efforts, & reasons for using RPE.   Example of an In & Out Workout for Marathoners: 15-20 minute warmup jog (4-5 RPE) 4 x :20 flat strides @ 9 RPE 1:10 jog recovery @ 4 RPE 5 x 1/2 mile @ 7-8 RPE straight into 3/4 Mile @ 6-7 RPE (repeat) 10-15 minu...

I am very honored to welcome Jessica Vandenbush to the Podcast! Jessica does so much for the running community from volunteering at races to trail work and her Podcast and new Magazine are all for the betterment of our community. I hope you enjoy our conversation! Find out more & reach out to Jessica through https://www.eatcleanrundirty.com/   MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:   If you'd like...

If you're training for a mountain race, this is the episode for you! We talk training ideas, workouts, and pitfalls. Frannie is an accomplished Mountain & Ultra Runner as well as Race Director. I hope you learn from her experience and enjoy the episode! Frannie & Gill's Website - https://badtothebone.biz/ Frannie's email - francesca@badtothebone.biz   MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'...

Seemed like one problem after another in this race, but throughout I was able to problem solve and stay positive thanks to those around me, taking my time, and having fun! Here's my report... Race website: www.umstead100.org   If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRU...

If you've had, currently have, or never want IT Band pain, this episode is for you! We'll deep dive into what is the IT band, what can cause it to hurt, and how can you resolve the pain. Miriam Salloum is a Physical Therapist at The Runner's Mechanic www.therunnersmechanic.com Show resources: Miriam's Video Library (contains downhill strength & form running video) - https://www.therunnersmechanic....

Patrick Reagan who is a coach, professional runner, and friend, and I discuss anaerobic training, when does it have a place in training, and a whole lot more in this episode.   If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains   My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSEVENTS/ https://www.instagram.com/mrru...

Natalie Daniel is on her way to completing the B.R.U.T.E. (Blue Ridge Ultra Trail) Challenge. That is in one calendar year completing The Georgia Loop The Foothills Trail Massanutten Loop Pitchell SCAR  All of these are 60+ miles with tons of vertical gain! All was well through The Foothills Trail & The Georgia Loop, but Natalie faced her first challenge when she slipped and fell and gashed her he...

In this episode I dip into what defines us as a runner and how reflections of our experiences in running can make us better runners. Previous helpful podcasts: Drop Bags Episode: https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-30-drop-bags-what-to-pack-how/ Crewing Episode: https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/crewing-special-episode-31/ Pacing Episode: https://themrrunningpainspo...

So on Feb. 20th at 4am I found myself starting a 50-mile run to practice my pacing for The Umstead 100-Miler on March 27th. This is my audio log or journal of that experience.   I sincerely want to thank my following friends for being a part of this: Lap 1 - Nathan Frantz, Craig Peterson, Joe Quinlan Lap 2 - Nathan Frantz, Greg Little, Erick Martinez Lap 3 - Sara Molskness, Tory Grieves, Shawn Bag...

Jason Hardrath is working on completing 100 Fastest Known Times. Lord knows by the time this comes out, he may already have done another inching his way closer to his goal. He's super close, and he obviously has some knowledge to share on how to plan out and execute a successfully safe adventure run.    You can find Jason on socials under his name or on his website www.jasonhardrath.com   Resource...

Sumanth hasn't been running long as you'll find out. Coaching him has been a joy. His enthusiasm and eagerness to learn, explorer, and attempt new distances is infectious. Let's hear how his first 50k went at the Mill Stone 50k in SC and what he learned.   References: MOBO Board - www.moboboard.com Quick Strength for Runners by Jeff Horowitz - https://www.velopress.com/books/quick-strength-for-run...

Erick Martinez is a 26 years old who is relatively new to running (2018). Listen to the happiness in his voice! It's infectious. His joy for the sport is something we should all aspire to find. He took that joy and won the South Mountain 50k by taking the lead at half way point pushing and looking to find that point in which the effort would require him to push through the pain and cause him to tr...