The More Miles Podcast

For this episode, we're shifting gears and taking a more personal approach. Turning the tables, Coach Scott and Coach Michelle take a turn as guests on the podcast, to talk about their personal journeys through this year so far - both experiencing different challenges that have forced them to change, adjust and grow. Scott and Michelle were both very open on some very personal subjects, so tha...

A journey of 369 miles begins with a single step. In June 2024, Brad Distad set out to try something no one in recorded history had done before: a "yo-yo" of the historic C&O Canal. Running 184.5 miles from "mile 0" in Washington D.C. to trails' end in Cumberland, Maryland... and then turning around and running back. 8 days, 9 hours, and 58 minutes later, he successfull...

Listen folks - training in the Summer is hard! Quite literally, your body is working harder and has higher demands than it does in the cooler months; and it's really important to understand WHY, and how you can work with it. Tune in to learn about staying safe, smart, and productive in your Summer Training! In this episode, we discuss: -Why training in the heat is different than more mild weat...

Join the More Miles Run Coaching team as we chat all things RECOVERY (*hint: it's not just kicking up your feet on the couch!) -What is recovery, really? -What does it include and not include? -When and how often do we use it? -Why does it matter? -How do we know if we're recovering well, or not? -How do you know when you're ready to push again? Recovery is hard, folks! Athletes often...

In this episode, we first catch up on Coach Zach and Coach Michelle's recent training and racing! Then we dive into Coach Lauren's recent trip to run the Grand Canyon, rim to rim to rim! We cover: -What the run/route is (and is not) -What makes it unique among other ultra-adventures -Training and preparation -Fueling, hydration, and gear -Why this run is special to Lauren, but also to anyo...

We divert from our normal "podcast" format for a special episode ALL about The More Miles Last One Standing Challenge - our very own Backyard Ultra race, hosted together with our good friends at 2Lowe Run Company! 2024 marks our 5th year, and we're excited for a big weekend - the race begins June 1st, 2024 in Knoxville, Maryland. You can find all of the information on our website and...

The More Miles Run Coaching team debates on Hot Takes! Our thoughts on popular and common themes in run training, culture, and marketing... in this episode, we take on: -Don't Trust Your Watch Analytics -Your Run Streak is Holding You Back -Social Media Might Be Lying To You -Diet Trends Are Hurting You -"Run Slow to Run Fast" Isn't Quite True -You Won't PR Every Race -Strava...

Join the More Miles Run Coaching team in learning about Pelvic PT with Dr. Maggie Gise, founder of Gaia Women's Physical Therapy and Wellness in Martinsburg, WV. Be sure to give this one a listen - we learned that Pelvic PT can be beneficial for anyone and everyone, regardless of gender, age, or activity level - and of course, we talk about it's application to the running population specif...

This is a long-form listen, folks, packed FULL of information! Join the More Miles Run Coaching team as we cover the importance of: *Hydration - what it really means, why it matters, how to know what you need, and how TO hydrate. *Nutrition - macronutrient needs of runners and endurance athletes off the run, as well as fueling on the run - how much, of what, do we need? *Supplementation - nutritio...

Join the More Miles Run Coaching team as we connect with Adam and Katie Lowe, the husband and wife team behind 2Lowe Run Company! We hear all about who they are, what inspired them to get into race directing, launch their own brand, and the importance of community as a central part of their mission. You can learn more about 2Lowe Run Company, their races, and their social runs at: www.2lowerunco.c...

In this episode, the More Miles Run Coaching team answers your listener questions! We covered a lot of ground here - from fueling, to gear, to training, and strength, broken down into those categories, in that order. A few of these questions inspired us to take a deeper dive in a future episode - and a few can be answered in more detail in a past episode. Click here to find all of our previous con...

In this episode, the More Miles Run Coaching team welcomes back Thomas Burge and John Pugh of Elite Performance Institute! We're talking running economy and efficiency - how to make running easier by optimizing your form and mechanics, and the key role strength training plays - so you can run faster and further with less energy output, less breakdown, and lower injury risk! We hope you enjoy!...

In this episode, the More Miles Run Coaching team sits down with one of our own, trail and ultra runner Anne Shubert! This was one of our favorite episodes - hear her inspiring story from high school and collegiate track, to non-athlete, to ultra-marathoner - including how alcohol played a role in her life, the running community, and her decision to go alcohol free almost three years ago! This epi...

In this episode, the More Miles Run Coaching team is talking tech! We break down a list of new or interesting technology that can help to level up your training in the year ahead - what is and isn't worth the investment, the pros and cons, and what you should be looking for! We discuss GPS watches, sleep trackers, heart rate monitors, hydrogels, sweat tests, recovery tools, wearable storage, s...

In this episode, the More Miles Run Coaching team hosts guest experts John Pugh and Thomas Burge, co-founders of Elite Performance Institute in Hagerstown, Maryland. We take a dive into the importance of strength training for runners specifically, and endurance athletes. -Why does it matter and what is it good for? -Should runners lift heavy or light, and why (and how)? -Can strength training impr...

In this episode, the More Miles Run Coaching team discusses what it means to take an "off-season" or recovery block as part of your training strategy: -What it is -Why it's important -The temptation of skipping it -How it makes you stronger, faster, and better -What TO do during recovery -How long recovery should last -And normal changes and challenges to expect We hope you find this...

In this episode, the More Miles Run Coaching team sits down with Steve Moore, owner of running specialty store Run Moore! We cover where to start when shopping for running shoes, different types of shoes, rotating models and types, mileage and wear, new and changing technology, and the importance of the running specialty store experience. You can support and shop at Run Moore online at: https://le...

It's a special time of year: we're here to chat ALL about the upcoming JFK 50 Mile - including special guest interviews with professional athletes and JFK50 veterans Devon Yanko and Anthony Kunkel! In this episode, you'll find: -Course description, and insider info on each segment of the race -Strategies for each section, whether this is your first 50 or you're chasing a time goal...

In this episode, the More Miles Run Coaching team is talking all things race week: Tapering, carb-loading, race strategy, planning and prep, addressing the race nerves, and loads of tips and tricks/do's and don'ts to set yourself up for success! Find us at www.moremilestogo.com to connect with a coach and dial into YOUR best training, planning, and prep - chasing growth with the support of...

"Running should be fun, and so should running podcasts!" We had a blast hanging out with Ryan Ploeckelman, The Adventure Jogger himself! As creator and host of one of the most loved and listened to trail and ultra podcasts in the country, he has interviewed hundreds of runners from the front, middle, and back of the pack. Every runner has a story, and while Ryan has given voice to SO man...

It's getting real runners - in this episode, we talk about when **it hits the fan in your training, as it inevitably will at SOME point for ALL athletes! Hear about common issues athletes face in the context of a normal training structure, and what to do when you're faced with one of these obstacles!

"As long as I'm able, I'm gonna go back and climb that mountain!" Fasten your seatbelt for one heck of an inspiring story! On this episode, we sit down with More Miles athlete Roy McHaffa, who began ultrarunning at the age of 60! Now 65, he has completed 13 ultramarathons, 4 100 milers, and continues to seek the next big adventure. Learn more about his history, what got him into...

Episode Four brings a quick touch back to our last episode on Nutrition for Runners (https://youtu.be/-d-psi2qRJI?si=y2uGxrC1KJWXSWcZ), before expanding upon the influence and pros/cons of diet culture, social media, and growth through trial, error, and failure. A few science-backed content creators we like, trust, and recommend: -Featherstone Nutrition (Meghann Featherstun, @featherstonenutrition...

Pre-run, On-the-run, Post-run, and the rest of it! The More Miles Run Coaching team discusses the basic concepts of fueling for runners. Consider this episode as a starting point, and a gateway into a lot of more specific questions and topics that we'd like to cover in upcoming episodes! Find our bank of short-form informational videos at: https://youtube.com/@moremilesruncoaching

What IS heart rate training anyway? The More Miles Run Coaching team discuss what it is, why it's important, when tracking your data is and isn't helpful, and how we use it as coaches and as athletes. Everything you ever wanted to know - but if we missed something and you have a question, please leave us a comment or send us a message at www.moremilestogo.com or @moremilesruncoaching on In...