The Planted Runner

Can you really have it all? On today’s episode, I’d like to address the challenges that go along with training to be as good as you can be while also having a demanding job, a spouse, a family, and just about all the other responsibilities we have as adults. We’ll explore: how to know if it’s even worth prioritizing your training with a demanding life,  how to work with your partner so both your n...

We all know that running is good for our mental health. But it’s also good for our spiritual health as well. Can you transform your running into something even more meaningful, even if you’re not religious? On today’s show, we’re going to have a conversation with runner and Anglican priest, Martha Tartarnic. We’ll cover: How running can transform from a punishment to a source of deep meaning How r...

Heart rate variability (HRV) can be an insight into how well you are training and recovering. This is because the changes in length of space between heartbeats is a harbinger of changes in your physical and mental health. And it is clear that this metric will inform the training of the future. I’ll show you how you can use it today. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my...

If you want to maintain or even improve your running fitness in the fall and winter, 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. 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 Exactly how to dre...

Most people run far slower than their potential on race day. This is typically not due to lack of fitness, but rather not following a good marathon pacing strategy. On today’s show, we are going to explore the details of marathon pace strategy. You’ll learn: Why the concept of negative splitting can help you finish faster How you can practice for this in training, and I’ll share  The free tool tha...

At 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 enou...

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 po...

Going plant-based as a runner can be really simple. Or it can be a confusing, frustrating struggle of boring salads and tasteless tofu. It doesn’t have to be that way. You don’t have to give up flavor or fun as a plant-based runner and you can get all the nutrients you need, deliciously. And today, we’re going to explore exactly how. On today’s show, I’m joined by Amy Katz from Veggies Save the Da...

We all dream of running faster or farther than we ever have before. But we can’t truly know that we’re capable until we do it. Or can we? On today’s show, I’ll reveal the 7 clear signs that say you're finally ready to crush your marathon goal. You’ll learn: How to take a realistic look at your training How to decode some of your most important workouts, and  We’ll see if your strategy is strong en...

If you want to reach your true potential, it’s not enough to just train your body. You need to train your mind. To become your best, you need to develop both the skills needed to push hard and the ability to pace and hold back. Thankfully, both of those get better with time and practice. On today’s episode of the Planted Runner Podcast, I invited the runner who literally wrote the book on pacing t...

Running in your 40s, 50s, and beyond is not the same as when you are younger. This is especially true for women going through perimenopause. On today’s show I’m joined by writer, runner, and podcast host Cherie Turner. We explore: How you can still get faster and live your fittest life no matter what your age How perimenopause can affect our lives and our running, and The bright sides of embracing...

Despite the lack of good scientific data, you’d be hard pressed to find a high-level endurance athlete skipping their cool down. Why is that? Well, if you think the answer has something to do with lactic acid, that is just one of many myths about the cool down. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life...

Use the power of your mind to get the results you want on race day. This episode is a little different than usual. I will guide you through a race visualization just for runners. For best results, lie down in a quiet place, use headphones, and have an open mind.  You’ll experience a detailed picture of race day from the time you awake to the finish line including: Everything you’ll need to go thro...

Think you need a complicated strength routine to get the best results? Physical therapist and strength coach Dr Victoria Sekely disagrees. On today’s show, we explore the do’s and don’ts of strength training for runners and you’re likely to need a lot less time in the gym than you think! Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, y...

Today the Planted Runner Podcast officially turns one!   This one is a little different to celebrate the milestone. Jeremy Noessel, my audio engineer as well as an athlete I coach, interviews me. I’m in the hot seat spilling all the tea about leaving one of the most successful running podcasts in the world to starting from zero with a brand new show and coaching business. I became a full-time crea...

Downhill running and racing is a unique challenge that affects you differently than flat or rolling courses. And if you don’t learn to train and race it right, all the gravity in the world won’t help you get a faster finish. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plan...

Watch this episode on YouTube Runners have very specific needs when it comes to strength training. We don’t need to be super-strong like bodybuilders; we need to be durable, stable and balanced Unilateral training, or lifting using only one side of the body at a time, can be critical to not only building strength for runners, but also improving imbalances that can lead to injury. Welcome to the Pl...

Watch this episode on YouTube Should you stop, walk, or rest between your intervals on speed workouts? Does it really matter? The answer is yes. The way you rest absolutely affects the design and effectiveness of the workout. Learn how to get it right. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with scie...

Watch this episode on YouTube If you have a busy life with a stressful job and kids, training for a marathon can seem out of the question. It can be a like a part-time job and yet another thing on your to-do list. But what if marathon training could actually make your stressful life more rewarding and efficient? Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help yo...

Watch this episode on YouTube Most people think, if you run more, you’ll lose fat. And if you’re training for a marathon, you’ll definitely be running more. Yet many people don’t lose weight. In fact, some people actually end up gaining weight when training for a marathon. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, an...

Watch this episode on YouTube Just how much fatigue should you feel in training and when have you crossed the line? On today’s episode, I’m going to get into the science of fatigue.  You’ll learn: why a certain amount of fatigue is actually important as a runner how to use fatigue to your advantage, and how to know how much is too much fatigue Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartho...

Even to this day, most scientific studies either intentionally or unintentionally exclude women. Females are difficult to study because we have periods, fluctuating hormones, and babies. So we’re left to take the advice that works for males and assume that we’re close enough. The reality is, we’re far from it. But there is hope. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my miss...

Watch this episode on YouTube Why do we get sore? And wouldn’t it be great if we could just avoid it and still improve? Let’s explore the science of soreness. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why muscles get sore What you can do to avoid soreness, and  Better ways to gauge a workout than how sore you got. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve...

Watch this episode on YouTube What if you could fix everything that’s wrong with how you run in a single day? Sounds ridiculous, right? It could actually be true. The way you run clearly has a lot to do with your unique body and your experience, but according to some, it has a lot more to do with your brain. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you im...

Unpopular opinion: an all-out 5k is more difficult than most marathons.   Yet if you’re a marathoner, training for the 5k could just be your secret weapon to getting faster in the distance you really love. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition....