The Happy Runner

There are a lot of benefits of running. So this episode is not only for runners but also for those who are thinking about running. In this episode I talk about physical and mental benefits of running, not all of them but the most obvious. If you are more interested in the topic you can find even more benefits and also some studies on the internet. I hope that this episode will inspire a few to sta...

When can you return to running after covid-19 infection? How to start running after covid-19 infection? These are two questions I try to answer in the episode. For some people the return to running is faster, for other it takes longer. But after a covid-19 infection you should return to running with caution and slowly. Don’t just jump into it. Listen to your body more than ever before. Consult a p...

In this episode I talk about carbon plated running shoes. 2020 has been a strange year, but also a year where many different carbon plated running shoes have been presented. What makes them so special? Is the carbon plate really the part of the shoe that helps us? Do we become more efficient running in carbon plated running shoes? Listen to the episode and get answers to this questions.

Running races will return. 2020 was a strange year for all of us. Instead of in person races we have been racing in virtual events. What will the future bring us? I think that in person races will return in some form. Fist probably some smaller events but also those big city marathons. It depends on how the pandemic will evolve but there have been already some races in 2020. So yes, I think that r...

In this episode of the happy runner podcast I talk about running breaks and why they are important and what happens to our bodies during runs. It is important to take a break after each training block and if you are injured so your body has time to recover. I suggest at least two breaks each year, better even four.

In this episode I dive into the factors you need to consider when selecting your running gear. It’s not only about the weather and the temperature but also about what kind of run you have planned. Wearing the right running gear is important, you don’t want to be cold or heat up. I also share some personal insights, what I use on my runs.

2020 is a special and strange year. With the pandemic we all learnd to adopt and to make changes to our plans, also our running plans. In this episode I talk about my running plans in 2020 and how I changed them due to all the information I got regarding running races. If I’m correct I changed my training plan at least 3-4 times but it turned out, that I’m a stronger and faster runner I was a year...

In this episode I talk about how to run faster. From first learning to run slower, over strength training, tempo runs and interval sessions. The most important part if you want to become a faster runner is to be consistent. But you also need to be aware of your age and your limitations. I talk also about my personal experience, how I became a faster runner over the years. I hope it will help you t...

In this episode I talk about running to lose weight. Well, there are quite a few activities to lose weight, but all you need for running is a pair of running shoes and you are good to go. To lose weight while running you need to be consistent. It will not happen over night, but if you stick to it you will soon see some progress. Listen to the episode to find out how to run to lose weight.

In this episode I dive into the topic of how to prepare for a race as a runner. The preparation starts months before the race. You need to do all your homework so you can give your best standing on the starting line. There will be surprises during a race but make sure, that you know what to expect and prepare for everything you can influence.

In this episode I talk about what’s important in marathon training. Not only about how your training should be structured but also about how I approach marathon training and my personal experiences. Not everything is in the training plans, you need to listen to your body during marathon training.

This is the second interview with David. The first time we talked about how he got into running. Today’s episode is about his approach to marathon training. For me, as maybe for some of you, his approach to running was a bit different but it worked for him. His approach to marathon training is much more conventional. It may even inspire you to think about running your first marathon.

In this episode I talk about the long run. It’s the type of run all of training plans are build around. There are a few things to consider to get your longrun wright. Also make sure you do the kind of longrun you need for your training. You will find a few tips and I will talk about how I do my longruns to get the most out of them.

Seth is not only a runner bit he has also a youtube channel, the DGR global running community. In one of his vlogs he was talking about how to find your running niche and we went through the subject in our interview.

In this episode I talk how I find my motivation to run. Like most of us I set goals I work towards, but since the pandemic and the fact that more or less all races are canceled it sometimes it’s hard to find the motivation to go out and run.

In this episode I talk about how to mentally prepare yourself for your runs. You will learn some techniques used for mental training and I will talk also about what works for me. If you will apply only some mental training to your running, I’m sure you will get more efficient and running will make more fun.

In this episode I dive into the half marathon training plans. The plans on our webpage runandsmile.net are for all groups of runners. I talk what is important for each group of runners. Follow one of our half marathon training plans and I’m sure, you will get strong through your race.

In this episode of the happy runner podcast I talk about race tactics for half maratons for different levels of runners. Listen to the episode and you will find out what is important to tun a good and strong half marathon. The training plans and pace charts you need are on our webpage: runandsmile.net

I talk about the training plans for 10k running published on our webpage runandsmile.net the training plans are divided in 3 categories: for those new to running, for those wanting to improve the 10k race time and for more serious runners. Listen to the episode and you will find out what is important to run a strong 10k race.

In this episode I dive into race tactics for 5k and 10k running races. For those run want to run fast or set a new personal best over the distance, to those new to running. You will get all the information you need to run a strong, solid race.

In this episode I talk with Charlotte about hydration und fueling for runners. Charlotte is a runner and a member of the Run and Smile community. She is also en expert when it comes to fueling and hydration for runner. You can get more informations on this topic from her webpage: thecleanrunner.co.uk or you can contact her on Instagram @thecleanrunner

In this episode of the happy runner podcast I talk about running in the summer heat. When it is the best time to go out for a run, how to protect yourself from the heat and how to take care of your hydration.

In this episode of the Happy Runner podcast I talk about aerobic base training for runners and why it is important. You will learn how your base training should look like and how long and fast it should be.

In this episode I talk with David about his running story. How he discovered running for himself and what works for him. You can find more about David and his approach on his webpage: thecaloriedeficit.com

In this episode I talk about why it is important to warm up before going on a training run or a race and also, why it is important to do a cool down after each training run or race.