Running Is Life Podcast

In this episode, I share things I've learned about Super Shoes, Nutrition, Poles, & I share some reminders about the upcoming Holidays.  Resources: Single Track Podcast - The State Of Ultrarunning Nutrition with Vic Johnson (Part 1) - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-state-of-ultrarunning-nutrition-with-vic-johnson-part-1/id1572382413?i=1000677053867 Single Track Podcast - The State o...

Ryne Anderson is my coach. We discuss how to form a long term plan by examining my 2025 running schedule. There's a lot more to this conversation, so I hope you gain many takeaways. Please let either of us know if you have any questions. Our contact information is below.   Long Term Plan doc - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Be6-2wKtPci8oz9Gl3UR3_qMVqMsgjYMIehXZYQWr1o/edit?usp=sharing   Co...

Recently David Roche had amazing results at Leadville 100 & Javelina 100-mile races! This episode focuses on lessons we can apply to our own running from David's historical runs.    Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHIN...

After reading the following article - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/12-ted-lasso-leadership-lessons-transform-your-marcin-klinkosz/ - I'd thought I would share how we can apply these 12 lessons to our running & lives! Enjoy!   Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:...

Things we don’t want to change too rapidly and without proper supervision/understanding: Form Foot strike Drills Strength training Cadence Footwear Big changes in training patterns # of days Volume Vert Workouts Race distance Dietary habits Supplements I hope you enjoy this episode. Please let me know if you have any suggestions for future episodes or questions you'd like me to answer!   Aaron's i...

If you're not gaining in fitness, I examine some things to look for in this episode.  Resources: Fitness Absorption vs Expression Podcast https://runningislifepodcast.podbean.com/?s=fitness HRV Podcast https://runningislifepodcast.podbean.com/e/should-we-use-hrv-as-a-predictor-episode-239/ Old Fort Strong Endurance Event - https://www.tanawhaadventures.com/oldfortstrongendurancefest?utm_campaign=7...

What happens when the Universe conspires against your best laid plans to complete your goal race or event? That's what I'll get into in this episode.  Resources: Book - "Puke & Rally" by Dr Rob Bell Podcast - KoopCast -Thoughts on DNF with Coaches AJW and Neal Palles #235 https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/thoughts-on-dnf-with-coaches-ajw-and-neal-palles-235/id1489494447?i=1000670230512   A...

Still here & ok! Thank you all for checking in on me! I hope everyone and their loved ones is safe! Reach out if you need anything! Love to all! -Aaron Saft Resources - Wahoo Trackr - https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/heart-rate-monitors/trackr-heart-rate-buy   Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My...

Travis Macy & I finally coordinated and recorded the following podcast on running & coaching. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation, & I hope you do as well!   Learn more about Travis, his podcast, and his books at his website - www.travismacy.com   Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Social...

Mental skills are so important to train to assist us in our races, but often times we leave it out. Included in this episode are some things you can work on to help you in your daily runs/life.   My notes: Mentally preparing for a race   Goals A B C Write them down and share them. Revisit them from time to time. Realistic? Extrinsic & Intrinsic Why’s These are yours. You decide if you want to...

I had a great discussion with the athlete's I coach about using HRV as a predictor for recovery, and that is what spurred this Episode. That original discussion was inspired by the following podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trainingpeaks-coachcast/id1435395422?i=1000664573776 with Marco Altini https://www.marcoaltini.com/ and the following article by Alex Hutchison https://www.outside...

So we built "Saft's Trail". A lot went into this trail, and here's how we did it. Thanks to the Carolina Mountain Club - https://carolinamountainclub.org/ - for all their help! Thanks to Rugby Middle School for allowing us to build this. Thanks to both the Rugby and West Henderson athletes and parents for their work hours. We did it! Now come enjoy it on Sept. 28th at The Truly Tough XC Classic 5k...

There are many different types of coaches out there. Here I describe all sides of each type. The good and the bad. Then I talk about qualities I try to use as a coach myself. If you'd like to speak with me about coaching, please reach out! Truly Tough XC Classic 5K - Sept. 28 - complete details & registration here - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=118288   Aaron's information: If you...

Racing is hard enough. After a poor performance or DNF, it makes the next race even tougher to mentally and physically prepare for. Here are my thoughts for moving forward!   Podcast on Analyzing your race/event: https://runningislifepodcast.podbean.com/e/so-you-had-a-bad-race-here-s-the-next-steps-w-personal-notes-episode-95/   Books: "Puke & Rally" by Rob Bell "Do Hard Things" by Steve Magne...

Stream of consciousness (Outline of the episode): House Keeping Truly Tough XC Classic info - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=118288 Tsali Frosty Foot - https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Almond/TsaliUltra Podcast with Travis update - His Book "Ultra Mindset" I appreciate the road shoe suggestions - haven’t had a chance to try any on COROS arm band update - https://coros.com/heart-rate-monito...

Justin Walker was one of the lucky "Never Runs" to be selected in the Hardrock 100 Lottery to run in 2024. This is his story.    Connect with Justin on Strava as Justin Walker or on Instagram @runjwalkrun   Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/...

Julie Jordan is already an amazing person! Then she goes and finishes the Vol State 500k, and what a story she has from the event! Buckle up! This is AWESOME!   Connect with Julie on Facebook @Julia Jordan & on Instagram @AndIMustGo55   Tsali Ultra (50k, 30k, & 8k) will take place Jan. 18, 2025 at Fontana Lake. No longer under my direction, but I'm glad it's still happening. Register at ht...

Here it is, my emotional recap of the High Lonesome 100 finish!    Resources - Running is Life Podcast - High Lonesome 100 Plan (Episode 231) - https://runningislifepodcast.podbean.com/e/high-lonesome-100-mile-plan-episode-231/ High Lonesome 100 Website - https://www.highlonesome100.com/ Weird Al "Foil" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urglg3WimHA   Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn mor...

In this episode I talk through all my plans for the High Lonesome 100 that starts on Friday, July 19th.    Resources: Outdoor Research Swift Bucket Cap - https://www.outdoorresearch.com/products/swift-bucket-hat-300965?variant=47342817476929 Outdoor Research Hooded Echo Sun Shirt - https://www.outdoorresearch.com/collections/sun-protection/products/mens-echo-printed-hoodie-300170 Rabbit Ice RAD-da...

My daughter and I discuss her outdoor track season and what happened at the Adidas Nationals Meet. Much of her performance was affected by factors outside her control which affected her self confidence. In this episode we discuss what she and you can do moving forward to improve self confidence and not let factors you cannot control hamper your racing.    Resources: Books: Pants of Perspective by...

In this episode of the Running His Life podcast, Coach Aaron Saft shares the incredible journey of Tony McDermott, one of his athletes who recently completed the grueling Tahoe 200. Recorded from the scenic backdrop of Gunnison, Colorado, Aaron reflects on his own preparations for the High Lonesome 100 while celebrating Tony's monumental achievement. Tony McDermott opens up about his humble beginn...

Welcome to the Running Life podcast with Coach Aaron Saft! In today's episode, Coach Aaron delves into a mix of topics, sharing insights from his athletes' experiences and his own training journey. He addresses the common pitfall of over-focusing on specific race segments, using examples from races like Leadville and Western States. Aaron emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded training approa...

I start this episode with a bit about rotating your running shoes as I had a listener question about the topic (thank you Ron).   The main focus of the episode is my conversation with Zach Dean. He has done a lot of ultras in very little time. We'll hear about some of them, but mainly we discuss his finishing of the BRUTES Challenge & the Hellbender 100 very recently. I hope you enjoy our conv...

Before you sign up for an event, please take these things into consideration:   Time to train Commitments Family obligations Level of guilt Vacation time Time off work Time for ancillary training (strength & mobility work) Healthy enough to do it Prior injury history & plan to stave off repeating injury Assessing your goals to be realistic with time constraints Prior Experience with distan...

Chas Adams is came to me in Dec. of 2023 with the goal of completing the Pennsylvania Triple Crown of Ultras (Hyner 50k, World's End 100k, & Eastern States 100-miler). He is two-thirds of the way there having just completed World's End 100k. This episode is about his journey and frankly his struggle to complete World's End having run the race in 2019 and having an awful experience. As we saw a...