Running Is Life Podcast

There are so many variables to consider with in a race such as running surface, terrain, elevation change, distance, altitude, temperature, etc. Hydration and nutrition are huge concerns based on these variables. We have a lot to talk about, including the fact that Spring Awesome Sauce, one of my go to's, does not have anywhere near the amount of carbohydrates or calories it claims to on it's wrap...

I had 2 athletes complete the 2024 Cocodona 250. This episode is my conversation with each of those runners.  Ben Gans - @dr_bentendo on Instagram Mike Reardon - @get_some_trail on Instagram Resources: Books: Jason Koop's Training Essentials for Ultrarunning - Heat Training Protocols Fixing Your Feet: Injury Prevention and Treatment for Athletes by John Vonhof and Tonya Olson Crewing For An Ultrar...

Hellbender 100 didn't go as planned. This episode goes into why. I also discuss my essay for my application for Badwater 135 (actual letter is below).  Here's my Post from Facebook after Hellbender: I’ve learned something over the 3 decades I’ve been running. When we line up for a race, no matter how much we’ve trained and prepared, the race and life in general owes us nothing. The reality is we o...

Hellbender 100 Miler is upon us! In this episode I take a deep dive into the course and some tips and strategies to employ if you're racing! Good luck to everyone toeing the line & thank you to all the volunteers & race staff! Volunteer for Hellbender Here - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=115039   Flight of the Falcon 24 Hour Event - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=115...

Tim Nooney runs for a couple of companies, but his main sponsor is La Sportiva. La Sportiva was my first contractual trail specific sponsor back in 2008. In this episode, we discuss what it means to be sponsored, and what are the responsibilities that come along with a sponsorship, and what the brands are doing to sport not only athletes, but our sport and our world in general! Tim's been on other...

In this episode, I identify two ways you can establish a predicted finish time for your next 100-mile event. I suggest watching the video on this one as I go through my TrainingPeaks upload of my race at Heartbreaker to walk you through how I estimated my finish time for the 2024 Hellbender 100-miler. That video can be found here - https://youtu.be/v-UfHItgW6o I appreciate Drew sending in the ques...

My job as a coach, as Ted Lasso would echo, is to not only make athletes perform to their potential, but to help them become their best self.   How can one do that but to be present consistently. Show love and respect abundantly. And model how to present oneself through constant gestures of kindness & thoughtfulness.   We’re becoming afraid to tell one another we love each other. That is a mis...

Hunt Brumby passed from this world on Sunday, April 7, 2024. He was a friend, an ultra runner, an athlete I coached, some one who I respected, and inspired so many! He left us too soon! He battled cancer valiantly. He continued to smile and be present. I was amazed at his strength. That was Hunt; Strong willed and determined to fight on! I'll miss him. The following episode we recorded after Hunt...

Are you a Type A personality like me? If so, this episode will hit home! An open honest look into my training & life that necessitates change. Here's my road map for moving forward!   Also, I'm pleased to introduce The Flight of The Falcon 24 Hour event on Aug. 3, 2024 at West Henderson High School.  Registration will open on April 14th here - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=115101 M...

Heartbreaker 50-mile was an awesome race. The following is my race recap! Congrats to all the finishers! Thanks to Tanawha Adventures for a great race, & to all the volunteers for your selfless acts of keeping us going! Results - https://ultrasignup.com/results_event.aspx?did=108336 Race website - https://www.tanawhaadventures.com/mountmitchellheartbreaker Facing Vert Podcast can be found on a...

If you allow your body to absorb it's fitness, you'll be better able to express your fitness when it counts. This episode takes a look into these two terms so you can make the best of your training!   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/MRRUNN...

Some days are better than others! My last long put me to the test mentally & physically. My past experiences, my training (both physically & mentally), my mental fortitude, & my friends got me through it. This episode is how you can do the same! Resources: Morning Shakeout Newsletter - https://themorningshakeout.com/ NY Times Article - https://archive.nytimes.com/well.blogs.nytimes.com...

Safety is a concern for so many while we run. With recent events, I thought it time to bring this topic to the podcast and shed some light on some things we can do to feel safer and put ourselves in safer position to run.    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:/...

You can watch this episode at - https://youtu.be/fdMmCpCu514   I made a training blunder! I put too many days in a row without recovery. In this episode, I walk you through what I did, why I shouldn't have done it, and how to move forward and make sure I don't do it again by looking at metrics and listening to my body. Learn from my mistakes, and if you're making the same mistakes, fix them. I als...

Tera Pruett is an Strength & Endurance Coach, an ultra runner, a mom, wife, & so much more. She also organizes the Trail Running Film Festival Asheville. In this conversation we talk all about Tera and the Film Festival. I hope you can come join us on Sunday April 21st at 4 PM EST.  Here's the Facebook event where you can stay up to date with the goings on - https://www.facebook.com/events...

Feb. 26th marks the beginning of Eating Disorder Awareness Week. With that in mind, this conversation with registered dietician Kendra Miller on eating disorders, disordered eating, and low energy availability brings to the forefront these topics that could be affecting someone you know or even yourself. If you suspect you yourself or someone you know has an eating disorder, take to heart what Ken...

In this episode, I take a look at strength equipment and resources I have found and collected over the past 18 years. Which items I consider prioritizing purchasing before others and why. Again, I have no affiliation with any of these products, and I do not endorse their use without consulting a strength training coach like Will Frantz or your Physical Therapist. My hope is to get you thinking abo...

Here are my gear choices & why I have them for the Hellbender 100. I hope it sparks thoughts to your gear choices.    Topo Mountain Racer 3 - https://www.topoathletic.com/mens-mtn-racer-3?quantity=1&color=218 Topo Atmos - https://www.topoathletic.com/mens-atmos?quantity=1&color=223 Altra Olympus 5 – https://www.altrarunning.com/shop/men/mens-olympus-5-al0a7r6p?variationId=280 Altra Alt...

When we align our values with our running, we clear a path for ourselves to be free to run with less inhibitions and anxieties. This episode dives into finding our own core values and aligning them with our races, the brands we support, and finding a coach with similar values.  Resources: Addie Bracy's book "Mental Training for Ultrarunning" Damian Hall's book "We Can't Run Away from This" Jason K...

We've all made training mistakes. Myself included! But we should recognize these mistakes and try not to make them again. In this episode, I hope to bring to light some of these common pitfalls and how we can avoid them. I hope this makes you consider what you're doing and what changes you can make to improve your training! Here are my notes: 1. Not enough variation in training. No intention to th...

Flame Bearers (according to their website - www.flamebearers.com ) is a global storytelling platform, that shares stories of female Olympic and Paralympic athletes so that other females can know what is possible and that change is possible. Change not only of the individual, but for the community of which they are a part. Jamie Mittelman is the host of the Flame Bearers Podcast https://flamebearer...

In this Episode I take a deep dive into creating a pacing plan using ultrapacer.com to assist you in making a plan for nutrition & hydration for race day. Here's the YouTube video to accompany this - https://youtu.be/xp3mnTdDBgw   Resources: www.ultrapacer.com Podcast w/ Danny of ultrapacer.com - https://runningislifepodcast.podbean.com/e/learning-to-use-ultrapacercom-w-creator-danny-murphy-ep...

Rob Simmelkjaer is doing amazing things with the New York Road Runners (NYRR)! The Non-Profit Organization puts on the largest marathon in the world, the New York City Marathon. They have amazing programs to get everyone running, from young kids to elderly adults. This conversation goes through so many of these incredible things. Enjoy our conversation! Resources: NYRR website - https://www.nyrr.o...

In this Episode Coaches Faith Raymond, Gordon Collins, & I take a deep dive into things to consider when searching for a coach. We hope this helps provoke some thought and questions for you in your search! To connect with Coach Faith, please visit her website www.runlongrunstrong.com or follow her on Instagram @RunLongRunStrongEndurance To connect with Coach Gordon, follow him on Instagram @Tr...

In this episode I talk about some of the items that has made our sport what it is today. I provide resources that can help us be better runners and people. Resources: Books - Daniel's Training Formula by Dr. Jack Daniels Training Essentials for Ultrarunning by Jason Koop We Can't Run Away from This by Damian Hall Ultra Mindset by Travis Macy Mental Training for Ultrarunning by Addie Bracy Online R...