The Planted Runner

Treadmill miles are often seen as “less than” or not as good as the same run outside.  But is that really true? Can treadmill running actually be just as good for your training as running outside? Let’s find out.  On today’s show, we’re going to get into everything you need to know about treadmill running.  You’ll learn: If the treadmill is really the same as running outside If you really need to...

A lot has changed in the last decade or so when it comes to endurance fueling guidance. Today, I’m going to go into the new science of endurance fueling. You’ll learn: What has changed about fueling guidelines and why How training your gut is essential for this to actually work, and How you can make the perfect fuel at home Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission i...

Have you suffered from painful leg cramps near the end of a marathon? What causes leg cramping and more importantly, how can you prevent this from ever happening again? And if you think the answer has something to do with electrolytes, think again. Let’s find out. You’ll learn: Why dehydration isn’t the real culprit How training mistakes can make you more cramp-prone I’ll equip you with an action...

What if I told you there was a way to simply relax and become a better athlete? Sure, you’d still need to actually train, but you could boost how far and how fast you could run simply by sitting? It’s heat. Specifically in the form of hot baths, steam rooms, saunas, and hot tubs. You’ll learn: How various forms of heat can improve your health and performance Why heat wins over cold for most injury...

Can you learn to master your mind like an elite athlete? Let’s find out. In this episode, you’ll learn: how to silence the voice that tells you to quit, how to shift away from useless perfectionism, and how to reframe your running goals so you always cross the finish line with a smile. Some of these techniques will be immensely helpful to shift your mindset, while others might not be your jam, and...

You might be surprised to learn what today’s high school cross country kids are doing to become better athletes.  And it’s definitely not more running. Find out how their training is different and what you can incorporate into your own training. Today, I’m talking with one of the most prominent coach of coaches in America, Jay Johnson. You’ll learn: About the the differences between training adult...

I always wished there was something designed specifically for runners, something I could follow step by step for the night before, the morning of, my warm-up, and even mid-race. So that’s exactly what I built.  And today, I’m going to share one with you for free, the pre-race warm up. Find Your Flow State is a four-part series of audio recordings designed for the critical times before, during, and...

Stretching, with the aim to increase flexibility or to relieve tight muscles, is more often than not a waste of time at best and counter productive for runners at worst. Mobility work, on the other hand, could be exactly what you are looking for to improve form and performance and make running feel better. So what’s the difference and how do you do it? Let’s find out. You’ll learn: The difference...

Want hard running to feel like play? On today’s show, I’m going over 10 imagination mind games that can almost instantly turn a tough run into a much easier one.   You’ll learn: Breathing games that can change your focus Games using the other runners around you, and A few more of my favorites As always, you should know that you that listening to this once is probably not going to be enough to chan...

It some point in your running you are going to get stuck. It might be a performance plateau, or it could be a motivation issue when you can’t seem to get out of the door for a run when you used to love it so much. Or maybe  you are stuck in your head and you can’t seem to will your legs to do what you want. It might seem like it’s a physical limitation, that you just aren’t fit enough or young eno...

Ready to plan your 2026 running schedule?  I’ll explain how to plan the perfect year of training for all your running goals from 5k to the marathon. You’ll learn: what happens when you don’t make a strategic plan for your goals, how and when to mix up your distances and your training, and I’ll explore what a well-planned yearly calendar looks like for marathoners, half marathoners, and 5k or 10k r...

Welcome to the PR Training Lab!  Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Leigh: 🏃🏽‍♀️47 years old 🏃🏿training for 50 marathons in 50 states 🏃🏼‍♀️3-5 races a year at “party pace” Learn how I create a custom marathon training plan for Leigh. Follow along with the questions I ask each runner: 1.  What is your goal? 2.  How...

When you’re plant-based and your family and friends aren’t, it can feel like you’re the odd one out.  If you’re hosting and you’re not making turkey on Thanksgiving, your meat-eating guests are likely to grumble.  If you’re a guest, you might go hungry unless you show up with a vegan meal to share. Is there any way to make the holiday gathering go a little smoother for everyone this year? Let’s fi...

Want to know the best way to keep running without injury? It could be all in your head. Let’s find out more. Today we are going to talk to Kate Edwards, an Atlanta-based physical therapist and board-certified orthopedic specialist who practices running medicine.  She has over 15 years of experience working with high performers, runners and athletes of all levels, from recreational athletes to Olym...

Let's face it.  Most of us aren’t Olympians.  We’re parents and people with full time jobs, and we’re not in our twenties any more. But we still want to get the best out of ourselves every time we train and line up at the start. What’s the best way to do that? Today we are going to talk to John Davis, coach and writer, who holds a PhD in human performance.  His new book is called Marathon Excellen...

If you want to maintain or even improve your running fitness all year round, you’re either going to make friends with the treadmill or you’ll have to find a way to make peace with the cold and dark this fall and winter. I’ll show you how. On today’s show, we are going to explore how you can get ready for fall and winter running. You’ll learn: Tips to stay motivated and run safely in the dark Exact...

How is it that some runners seem to have stomachs of steel while others barely make it through a run without some kind of GI disaster? The key is training your stomach. How?  Let’s find out! On today’s episode, I’m going to go over how to train your stomach, just like you train your legs. You’ll learn: What causes upper and lower GI issues on the run, How you can avoid this while still getting the...

Welcome to the PR Training Lab!  Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Daniel: 🏃🏽‍♀️55 years old 🏃🏿training for CIM Marathon, goal is to qualify for Boston 🏃🏼‍♀️needs to run 5 minutes faster than last race Learn how I create a custom marathon training plan for Daniel. Follow along with the questions I ask each runner...

If you’ve been running for any length of time, you know that running is as much mental as physical.  Maybe more. After all, it doesn’t matter how strong your legs are if your mind quits before the finish line. Today’s episode is about learning to view your running in a completely different way, as a practice, not a test.   You’ll learn: why hitting your paces in a workout doesn’t mean what you thi...

Eventually, if you run long enough, you’ll have knee problems.  At least, that’s what some people say. The truth is running is actually quite good for your knees, but try telling that to a runner with knee pain.  After all, it’s called “runner’s knee” for a reason. It’s clear that our knees can be a weak point, especially as we age.  So what can we do to ensure that we can run pain-free as long as...

How can you make sure that the race you schedule before your goal is really a good idea? Let’s find out. Today’s episode is all about tune up races.  You’ll learn: when to add a tune up race for maximum benefit and minimum risk how to run your tune up race to best prepare you for your goal race, and alternative ways to use tune ups in your schedule Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire B...

When I was pregnant with my kids, I was not a runner.  I did what I could, but I definitely wasn’t running. In the years since, I’ve coached countless women through their pregnancies and postpartum and today, I’m going to share what I’ve learned from them and from the research. You’ll learn: how running can help you have a better pregnancy, an easier delivery, and a healthier baby.   when not to r...

If you’ve ever wanted to go behind the scenes of the Planted Runner, today’s the day. Today I’m in the hot seat.  Jeremy and I going to cover some of the most common questions that I get like: How have things changed since the hurricane in Asheville? What’s going on with the show and the PR Team?  And I’ll even spill a little tea about what’s happening personally with me after some pretty monument...

Welcome to the PR Training Lab!  Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Judy: 🏃🏽‍♀️63 years old 🏃🏿training for NYC Marathon, sub 3:49 goal 🏃🏼‍♀️going for her 7th star Learn how I create a custom marathon training plan for Judy. Follow along with the questions I ask each runner: 1.  What is your goal? 2.  How long have...

Jocelyn Benson just might be wired differently. She’s run around 40 marathons with no specific training, very few rest days, mainly just for fun.  She even ran one 8 months pregnant. And oh yeah, she also happens to be the Michigan Secretary of State. How and why does Jocelyn Benson train the way she does with such a high-profile career? Let’s find out. We talk about: How running came into her lif...