The Run Wave

On this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, the Run Crew Series continues with Seattle based crew Chasing Roses Run Club. CRRC was founded in Portland, and has had a reemergence in Seattle due to Covid-19 in 2020.  Get to know founder Tunde, and event coordinator Geary as we talk about the mission of the crew, how they have pivoted during the pandemic, keeping their runners connected no matter their...

On this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, the Run Crew Series is back!  First up is East Harlem United Runners in support of Team Destiny.  This New York based family crew is on a mission to raise funds for their daughters specialized wheel chair so that Edgar, crew founder and her father can run the NYC Marathon together as a duo.  Edgar's daughter Destiny suffers from cerebral palsy, and run...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, we're continuing the celebration of Women this Women's History Month, featuring Dionne DeGourville aka @dd_fitspiration .   She is a runner, 20 time marathoner, triathlete, 7 time Ironman, Coach, and author of her new book On A Mission.  We discuss her journey into running, how she became a triathlete, her focus on nutrition, and her reasoning for...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, we're continuing the celebration of Women this Women's History Month, featuring Jackie Kirchner aka @fuelbetter.runfaster, Registered Dietician Nutritionist.  We are talking all things runners nutrition, and Jackie is giving us tips and tricks to fuel better as a runner, and just tips in general to make better food choices. Connect with Jackie: ht...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, we're kicking off International Women's Month by celebrating women.  First up is London based runner Stephanie, also known as @thefauxathlete on instagram.  Stephanie shares her running journey that began only 2 years ago.  She also gets incredible candid and talks about living with Endometriosis.  In addition to being International Women's M...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, we're talking the brand new race director of the New York City Marathon, Ted Metellus, who just so happens to be a black man.  The new Ted Corbitt Loop in Central Park, NYRR Virtual Black History Month racing, & The Ironman Group is still not issuing refunds for permanently cancel races. Links Mentioned: NYRR Press Release: https://www.nyrr.org/run...

In honor of Black History month, we are highlighting extraordinary athletes doing extraordinary things. In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim chats with Michael DreamChaser Smith, Army World Class Athlete, Para-triathlete, 2-Time Ironman, & 4-Time Ironman 70.3 Finisher. Michael tells the harrowing story about how he became an arm amputee, while fighting to maintain his active duty statu...

In honor of Black History month, we are highlighting extraordinary athletes doing extraordinary things.  In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim chats with Soj Jibowu, Founder of Varlo Apparel, a cycling and triathlon apparel brand. VARLO's mission is simple: " To provide the best products by never sacrificing quality and executing upon innovation. We seek to inspire the spirit and...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, we're concluding the Run Crew Series with Detroit based run crew, We Run 313.  A fairly new run crew, they are making their mark on the city of Detroit from being awarded with the Spirit of Detroit honors, to being recognizing by the state of Michigan.  Get to know the founders Lance and Joe, and the mission of We Run 313. Connect with We Run 313: http...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, continuing the Run Crew Series with Baltimore based run crew, R.I.O.T. Squad Running.  The acronym for this Maryland squad founded in 2015 stands for Running Is Our Therapy.  Kim chats with founder Rob, who is an army vet, and Alison, crew leader and coach.  Rob and Alison give the deets on the Baltimore running scene, places to eat, where to run, where to...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, we are headed across the pound to chat with Eric, Brian, and Safari of Morning Than Runnin.  They are a London based run crew, who uses their outgoing personalties to encourage more people to get into the sport of running. Connect with More Than Running: https://www.instagram.com/morethanrunnin https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7gIqVtKbFqDG8ADSY6Q-xw Eric:...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, we are kicking off our Run Crew series.  First up is Milwaukee's own F.E.A.R. MKE.   Forget Everything And Run, F.E.A.R. MKE was established in 2015, & their mission is to encourage more African American young professionals to run.  I chat with Tenia, the Director of Health & Wellness for Social X MKE  and Karlie, one of the crews captains.  We...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim is recapping 2020's best moments on the show including giving a follow up on guests that were featured this year, an update on the Ahmaud Arbery case, NYRR, Atlanta Track Club, Mid Strike Magazine, and more! Connect with The Run Wave: http://therunwave.com http://instagram.com/therunwave http://facebook.com/therunwave http://twitter.com/therunwave...

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In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim is chatting with President of the Board of the RRCA, George Rehmet, and Randy Accetta, Director of Coaching Education.  We delve into the RRCA organization as a whole, and their wildly popular  coaching certification program.  George also tells us about some of the steps that the RRCA is taking to diversify it's programming and organization as a wh...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim is talking the ousting of NYRR CEO Michael Capiraso, and how @rebuildnyrr's impact on change within this organization.  Also, Florida native, Corey Joyner talks running the Space Coast Marathon in person, and how he shaved 1hr off of his time to set a new marathon personal best. Mentions: NYRR press release: https://www.nyrr.org/media-center/press-...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim is talking NYC Marathon 26.2 racers, another in person road race, this time from the Atlanta Track Club.  Michael Martinez joins in with his race recap.  Last but not least, vote like your life depends on it! Connect with The Run Wave: http://therunwave.com http://instagram.com/therunwave http://facebook.com/therunwave http://twitter.com/therunwave Conn...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim lets you in on her top 10 Races that you should run once racing resumes, and why you should run them.  She is giving you insights on the races, visiting tips, and the good and bad of each race. Races Mentioned: 1. Gasparilla Distance Classic   2. St. Judes Memphis Marathon Weekend Blog Post: https://str8kim.com/memphis-vlog-st-jude-marathon-weekend/   3...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim talks the Rock N Roll & Ironman organizations.  Their complete disregard of runners who have supported them over the years.  The corporations who have purchased them over the years for big bucks, the steady decline in the production of their events, and why we need to stop supporting big businesses who do not care about runners. Blog post about this...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim talks Boston Marathon virtual race finishers, runners doing good, is there a lack of Inclusion and Diversity in the NY running community, and does NYRR need rebuilding? Show Mentions: Mid Strike Magazine http://midstrikemagazine.com Save $10 on Route 66 Marathon with link: http://haku.ly/506362f3 Or use code 2020STR8KIM for $10 off  Philip King’s Episod...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim talks with Ludgina, founder of TreadChic who specializes in HIIT treadmill workouts.  Ludgina gives us workout, treadmill, and safety tips to implement while running. Blog Post about this episode: http://theruwave.com/episode22 Connect with Ludgina: http://instagram.com/treadchic http://youtube.com/treadchic Connect with The Run Wave: http://therunwave....

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim talks with Jay Holder, Director of Marketing, and Rich Kenah, Executive Director of Atlanta Track Club.  We get into the decision making process behind the lottery for The 2020 Peachtree Road Race, amidst an ongoing pandemic.  Why refunds were offered initially, and not when the race turned virtual.  We also get into salaries, and how the ATC has had to...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim talks about the Peachtree Road Race put on by the Atlanta Track Club.  First a date change with a refund option, then the race turns virtual with no option for a refund. Whats the deal Atlanta Track Club? Atlanta Track Club tax source mentioned on the show: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/581367422 Blog Post about this episode:...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim talks with run streaker, entrepreneur, & afrobeats instructor, Olivia.  Liv is currently on a 1000 day run streak, and she is about to hit her 1000 days on August 18, 2020.  We chat about what has kept her motivated to complete such a long run streak, her different business ventures including Afrikinky, being an Afrobeats & Zumba instructor, and...

In this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim talks with 3 medical professionals, from 3 different states, who give their perspective on working the front lines during Covid-19. Tangie, a Registered Nurse in Atlanta, Georgia who works with expectant mothers that have Covid-19.  Nedu, a Nurse from Queens, New York who works with pediatric & geriatric patients.  Brenda, a Registered Nurse from Da...