The Party in the Back

What is it about this time of the year? Whatever you call it -- "the suck," "the S.A.D.," "the grind," or even ... "the consumption?" Why does it feel like it hits during this time of the year? Well, Josh hates it and it's been a struggle for him. Thankfully, Coach Blu is licensed therapist and has some advice for not just Josh, but everyone who struggles this time of the year. Listen now to find...

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Josh & Blu are providing you with YOUR Halloween running playlist! They've picked 13 of their favorite Halloween-themed songs to with you running! Plus, a Halloween playlist isn't complete without a Tim Curry song. But, which Halloween-themed song is it? Listen to find out ... PLAYLIST : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZU8ptkZpGh3zQRguMeeh4?si=ad6768b4ffe841b3

Josh & Blu are fartleking all about Halloween in this new episode of 'The Party in the Back!' What about Halloween? Well ... neither of them are fans of the holiday, especially Josh. Why? He has reasons, but it probably has something to do with clowns. Plus, Blu can't find a decent scary movie to scare his son, not even 'The Peanut Butter Solution' scares him, like it does both Josh & Blu! THE. PE...

Running can be a bit intimidating for beginning runners, that's why Josh & Blu are sharing their favorite running tips, gear and knowledge meant to help new runners stay safe while out on a run! Don't be a fool and listen now to The Party in the Back so you can run until you're 103! 

You've just done your goal race ... now what? Maybe you're feeling a little down? Like you're in a funk? Maybe you're experiencing what many runners call " The Post-Race Blues? " So what are they? How do you counter them? Luckily our Blu has some tips on how to counter those post-race blues! Listen now to findout what they are on the latest episode of The Party in the Back with Josh & Blu!

EXTRA! EXTRA! Catch the Running Headlines! Josh & Blu are diving into the news! Over the past several weeks Coach Blu has been gathering articles about running -- the cool, the funny and even the -- WTF? Listen as Coach reads articles about dogs running races, what kind of running is appropriate while grieving the Queen and give it to the Chinese, they'll hunt you down if you cheat! Listen now!

It's an ALL-NEW Party as Josh & Blu reflect on the Addict II Athlete Proxy Run 5K held this past Monday on Labor Day. What makes this race so special? What made the 2022 race a highlight for Josh? Listen now to this rather heavy episode of 'The Party in the Back' as Josh & Blu talk about the Proxy Run, the impacts of suicide and drug overdose deaths on families and the friends they've lost.

Coach Blu is going solo for a quick update. The update? We had some legit technical difficulties trying to record today's episode. Josh's internet is wonky and we couldn't record a full episode. He believes solar flares are messing up his internet (source: Google and about 4 out of 5 people who wear tinfoil hats)? But don't you fret ... there will be a party this week! Actually you'll be getting T...

Josh & Blu are fartleking because they have a lot to talk about! Coach Blu needs your help! This heat has him wondering what the best product to stay hydrated is ... Water? Powerade? Gatorade? Pedialyte? And, he needs something for some chafing issues. Plus, Josh recaps the Mt. Nebo Half he ran this weekend and looks forward to his upcoming fall races, especially during Halloween and Thanksgiving!...

Josh & Blu are looking to get HIGH! No, not in the Snoop Dogg or even John Denver way, but in the runner's way! We're talking about the RUNNER'S HIGH in this episode!  Coach Blu runs through the process and benefits of the runner's high. What EXACTLY is a runner's high? How do you achieve one? What is the experience like? Listen now to find out!

It's an all-new 'Beginners Guide' episode of The Party in the Back! Josh & Blu are sharing their tips and recommendations on how to find the best running shoe for beginning runners.  What kind of shoe is best for beginners? What should you get? And, How do you properly break them in? Josh & Blu will go over all of this and more! LISTEN NOW!

There are four months left of 2022 and for Josh & Blu the year has already been life changing -- new gigs, new goals, new challenges ... and ... new wife? With all the changes and loss surrounding the duo, one constant has been running. Josh & Blu share their mid-year race review of the Top 5 races they ran in 2022! What races were their favorites? PLUS ... Coach Blu also wants to know what your f...

THE PARTY IS BACK! Josh & Blu are excited to be back behind the mic! Life has recently brought up a lot of emotions for both of them, so much so that Josh has been a lot of his therapist.  In this episode Josh shares what he's been learning in therapy about radical acceptance, distracting, turning the mind and willingness because he sees a lot of parallels with running! How can these concepts help...

A few episodes ago Josh & Blu shared the music they love listening to while running, now they're sharing their favorite podcasts to plug in while on the run! The two share a number of favorites among 15 different genres from arts to science to history to music and beyond! What's on their lists? But, more importantly ... what's on your list? What podcasts do you listen to while on the move? Listen...

Josh & Blu decide to fartlek this episode! There's absolutely too much to talk about, especially about the Revel Big Cottonwood Marathon! Could the race really be coming to an end after a decade? They better not, this is Josh's favorite race! Plus, have you seen the first episode of 'The Party in the Back TV?' It's Josh & Blu running last year's Revel Big Cottonwood Half Marathon and you'll find o...

Some people call it 'THE SUCK' others call it 'THE WALL' or even 'THE PAIN CAVE.' Whatever you call it, every runner eventually runs into it. Is it avoidable or simply inevitable? Josh & Blu are talking about those tough runs where you've hit your limit and feel like you can't go any further. Coach Blu share nine tips to help you avoid or process 'the wall.' But, can you avoid hitting the wall? Pl...

IT'S HOT OUTSIDE! Summer is here so Josh & Blu are talking about running in the heat! Josh hates it, Coach Blu loves it. What about you? Coach wants to know what season is your favorite for running? Plus, Josh shares '13 Tips to Running in the Heat' and Josh & Blu chat with Heath & Jarom Thurston about International Running Friend Day and a special fundraiser to honor the memory of Reese Thorne. C...

HAPPY FIRST DAY OF SUMMER! Josh & Blu are setting the tone for a summer full of running by sharing their favorite summer running songs! The songs that pump you up, get you going and on the move! What's on their playlist? Plus, Coach Blu wants to know what your pump up running song! Listen to the latest episode of 'The Party in the Back' now! You can listen to Josh & Blu's playlist on Spotify here:...

Josh & Blu are talking about finding your 'Why?' in running. You know that reason that keeps you focused, motivated and moving forward. What is YOUR 'Why?' Do you have one? Plus, Coach Blu shares a number of tips on how you can discover your 'Why?' Listen now!

In this episode Josh & Blu talk about … MULLETS?! Yes, mullets. Why mullets? Especially for two people who couldn't grow one to save their lives? They're chatting about "The Mullet Mentality" which is a way of life that one can adopt on or off the running trails.  What does this mentality all mean? Listen to find out!

With the many stressors and obstacles in life for many right now Josh & Blu talk about the importance of balancing one's mental health. Coach Blu shares EIGHT KEYS to strengthening one's mental health through running and exercise. What are they? Listen to find out!  

Josh & Blu are running to the movies! The two share their 'Top 10 Favorite Running Movies of All-Time!'  What movies made their list? Chariots of Fire? Forrest Gump? Prefontaine?  Listen to find out what movies made their list and which running movie was their TOP pick! You might be surprised who's #1! Listen to find out!

Josh & Blu introduce you to the first 'Beginners Guide' and share their favorite tips on how to start your own running journey. Plus, Coach Blu shares his ' Top 10 Beginners Tips to Running' and asks his first 'Coach's Question of the Week!' Are you ready to start your running journey? Start now, by listening to the latest episode of 'The Party in the Back!'

GET TO KNOW COACH BLU! Coach Blu Robinson ran his marathon in 2000 as a challenge from his father-in-law. Why did he take the challenge? How did it shape him? Listen as Coach Blu talks about how that first marathon helped shape not just him, but the founding of Addict II Athlete and the 'erase and replace' mentality. Plus, Josh & Blu finish playing their game of 'Two Truths and One Lie' ... who wi...

GET TO KNOW JOSH! Josh Hansen has been running for over a decade and has done over 250+ races including a handful of marathons and ultraraces. What keeps him ticking? But, Josh's biggest adventure might be the one he's taking TODAY as he takes the plunge and is getting married!  Plus, Josh & Blu play Round One of their first game on The Party in the Back! LISTEN NOW!