Pro marathoner and coach Dakotah Lindwurm joins the show to discuss how to develop a winning mindset and things every runner should be thinking about. After that, Andi and Zach discuss the latest from the world of running, including the US 6k champs, Rabat Diamond League, and a marathon full of problems. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode140 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Jun 07, 2022•49 min•Season 3Ep. 140
This week, Andi and Zach answer listener questions about making training adjustments, what to do about plateauing, how to recover from the first marathon, and more! And in the world of running, US 10,000m team championships, stars in Eugene, and hs studs in Cali For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode139 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
May 31, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 139
Olympic medalist and renowned coach Brian Diemer discusses how to get the most out of yourself and others. And in the world of running, high schoolers amaze, Eilish McColgan breaks records, and more! For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode138 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
May 24, 2022•51 min•Season 3Ep. 138
Dr. Marie Whitt joins the show to discuss common runner problems like shin splints and foot pain, sharing practical preventative measures among other things. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including the USATF 25k championships, a new high school record, and the first installment of the Diamond League circuit. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode137 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
May 17, 2022•43 min•Season 3Ep. 137
This week, we discuss our favorite topic: running by effort. We break down why runners approach training in this way and how it looks in specific workout types and examples. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including a new half marathon record, fast running at Sound Running, and some unfortunate news for the Diamond League circuit. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode136 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrun...
May 10, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 136
Physical Therapist Betsy Petry-Johnson joins us again, this time to discuss the role of the pelvic floor in running mechanics and things runners need to know about it. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including the USATF Road Mile Championships, Drake Relays and Penn Relays on the track, and the new 100k world record. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode135 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coach...
May 03, 2022•52 min•Season 3Ep. 135
Andi and Zach respond to listener questions, covering questions about tune-up races, routines, and training priorities, and more! Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including a new fastest marathon debut, outdoor track heating up, and a world record attempt. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode134 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Apr 26, 2022•45 min•Season 3Ep. 134
Physical therapist Betsy Petry-Johnson joins us to discuss gluteal function and the importance of the glutes in the kinetic chain. She’s got tips, suggestions, and insights for using glutes well in this thorough examination. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including the Boston Marathon, a world best relay, and the Seoul Marathon. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode133 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunn...
Apr 19, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 133
On the show today, professional marathoner Carrie Verdon discusses running through the different stages of life and how she rediscovered motivation and confidence. Stay tuned after that for the latest from the world of running, including a strange track meet in the middle of the ocean, the world’s greatest running team, and 1,000 marathons. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode132 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Apr 12, 2022•45 min•Season 3Ep. 132
Colleen Quigley joins the show to talk about cross training to an Olympic qualification and how cross training maintains an ongoing role in her training. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including US high school records, an Australian champ, and the Paris Marathon. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode131 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Apr 05, 2022•48 min•Season 3Ep. 131
This week, we’re answering your questions, including questions about racing shoes, drills, dead butt syndrome, and more! Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including the Istanbul Half Marathon, an inspiring marathon victory, and insights into a pro runner’s training. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode130 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Mar 29, 2022•53 min•Season 3Ep. 130
During the show today, Olympian, NCAA champ, and NCAA record-holder Yared Nuguse discusses taming ourselves and pushing through trials and limitations to achieve success. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including the world indoor track champs, NYC half marathon, and additional race action from the weekend. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode129 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Mar 22, 2022•48 min•Season 3Ep. 129
Olympian Benard Keter reveals his process to progress through years of continued growth in the sport of running. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including NCAA indoor nationals, fast results from Nagoya Marathon, and more high school records. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode128 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Mar 15, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 128
Todd Buckingham of the Mary Free Bed Sports Rehabilitation Performance Lab makes his 3rd appearance on the show, this time to discuss the science of losing fitness and the physiological changes that occur when not training. After that, we’ve got the latest from the world of running, including the Tokyo Marathon, USATF 15k champs, and more! For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode127 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunni...
Mar 08, 2022•47 min•Season 3Ep. 127
In this month’s Q and A episode, we respond to listener and AtoZrunner questions about how to approach hill workouts, the importance of mid-week longer runs, vitamin and mineral balances, and more. Stick around after that for the latest form the world of running, including the USATF indoor track championships, a world record on the roads, and an age group record to blow your mind. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode126 For coaching and training det...
Mar 01, 2022•46 min•Season 3Ep. 126
Leg strength for a myriad of reasons is one of those predetermining factors for success in running. We tackle both what is involved in strengthening the legs and how runners might best accomplish it both during and outside of the run. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including records on the track as well as the roads. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode125 For coaching and training details and services, visit https...
Feb 22, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 125
Andi and Zach continue the discussion about social influences on runners by breaking down how runners interact with social media, featuring reflections from guests and audience members as well. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including a plethora of new records and amazing performances. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode124 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Feb 15, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 3Ep. 124
To better understand how other people influence us as runners, Andi and Zach unpack research on social influences and their effects on exercise and running. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including more fast indoor track action and a reflection on what people shout at runners during races. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode123 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Feb 08, 2022•50 min•Season 3Ep. 123
Patti Catalano Dillon shares her epic marathoning legacy of the 1970s and ‘80s. From world records to sage advice, Patti has been to the top and shares the perspective to prove it. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including amazing performance at Millrose and the coldest marathon ever (literally). For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode122 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coa...
Feb 01, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 122
In this month’s Q and A episode, we feature listener and subscriber questions about Garmin data efficacy, winter training considerations, depletion runs, and more. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including an interesting addition to the Houston Marathon report, a fascinating study about facial expressions while running, and a preview of the upcoming Millrose Games. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode121 For coachin...
Jan 25, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 121
We discuss pain and injury from running and a simple 4-step protocol to effectively reducing injury when pain begins. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including marathon records, half marathon records, and insights about race day expectations. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode120 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Jan 18, 2022•56 min•Season 3Ep. 120
Alex Andrei is tackling the challenge of how to grow the sport of track and field, and he joins us here to share what he has been learning and an exclusive look into what’s coming when his documentary premieres this summer and what many hope to be instrumental in revolutionizing the sport. And stick around after that for recent updates from the world of running, including the USA cross country champs, new ultra records, and some fascinating backstories on amazing runners. For resources and detai...
Jan 11, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 119
Diane Nukuri shares her running journey, from teenage Olympian to sidelined with injury and back again. Stick around after that for an update from the world of running, including new world records and revelations about Olympic gold medalist Faith Kipyegon. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode118 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Jan 04, 2022•58 min•Season 3Ep. 118
With the many conversations and great ideas shared in the last year, we decided to take a moment and reflect on our top three lessons learned in 2021. Stick around after that for recent news from the world of running, including a pro runner’s comments about Whoop, a new Diamond League meet, and a new rule about shoes. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode117 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Dec 28, 2021•39 min•Season 3Ep. 117
Christine Koth, physical therapist, author, and hip specialist discusses how those hip muscles work and how to keep them healthy. Stick around after that for the latest from the world of running, including some controversy over that crazy fast high school race, new research on the super shoes, and a fascinating look at one of the world’s greatest runners. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode116 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/...
Dec 21, 2021•53 min•Season 3Ep. 116
Chelsea Plummer of Mae’s Menu, recipe designer and marathoner, talks food for runners, specifically good food for the busy schedule, sharing several great recipes as well. Stick around for the latest from the world of running, including some cross country championships and an exclusive World Athletics interview with Eliud Kipchoge. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode115 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/c...
Dec 14, 2021•51 min•Season 3Ep. 115
Fartleks are one of the most common types of workouts used in training plans today and yet are very rarely clearly defined. We will explore the concept thoroughly and dive into why, how, and when to run fartleks in your training. Stick around after that for recent news from the world of running, including the USA Road Circuit championships, new US Olympic Trials standards, and a high school cross country team for the ages. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode114 For t...
Dec 07, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 114
Stefanie Flippin, USA 100mi champ and top 10 all-time in the world, talks about how to endure, from keys to preparing properly to game-changing insights and lessons. Stick around after that for this week’s world of running update: a hoard of men running under 28 minutes in Japan, an incredible Manchester race, and the fastest known turkey. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode113 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Nov 30, 2021•53 min•Season 3Ep. 113
Allie Kieffer joins us today to discuss her return from injury, specifically, a return that finds her happier, healthier, and hungry for more. It’s a great conversation about how that was possible and what needed to change. Stick around for updates from the world of running, including another world record on the roads by the slimmest possible margin, the NCAA cross country champs, and a 50mile champ despite wrong turns on the course. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episo...
Nov 23, 2021•50 min•Season 3Ep. 112
USA trail running champ Mario Mendoza joins us to discuss the repetitiveness of long-distance running, and being that he’s also set the 50k and 100k world records for treadmill running, you know he’s an expert! And stick around for the world of running update that includes some interesting world records and a sneak peak at an upcoming guest. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode111 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Nov 16, 2021•51 min•Season 3Ep. 111