This week, we discuss how to follow through with goals by using the four disciplines of execution from the book by that name by authors Jim Huling, Chris McChesney, and Sean Covey. After that, we share world of running updates about a world record scare, the best highlights of 2022, and our personal experiences of the last year. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode170 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Jan 03, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 170
It’s monthly Q & A time! This week, we answer your questions about trail running, upping race distance, down weeks, and musculoskeletal correlations with cadence. After that, we share world of running updates about an inspiring life turnaround, some early 1900s marathon history, and a more in-depth examination of menstruation and performance. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode169 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Dec 27, 2022•53 min•Season 4Ep. 169
This week, we discuss dealing with the holidays and a helpful approach to productivity and prioritizing during chaos. After that, we share world of running updates about Abu Dhabi Marathon, a master’s miracle in Sergio Reyes, and the Strava 2022 Year in Sport Report. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode168 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Dec 20, 2022•47 min•Season 4Ep. 168
This week, we discuss the importance of both self-discipline and agility, weighing the words of science of learning expert and author Peter Hollins and the importance of scheduling our attention. After that, we share world of running updates about high school Footlocker XC Championships (Champs Sports XC), Camile Heron’s latest ultra record, and USATF’s Club Cross Country Championships. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode167 For training, coaching, and other services...
Dec 13, 2022•57 min•Season 4Ep. 167
This week, we talk with pro triathlete and exercise science professor Todd Buckingham, PhD about what runners should be considering and doing pertaining to cadence. After that, we share world of running updates about the lightning fast Valencia Marathon, Nike Cross Nationals surprises, and the greatly anticipated Boston indoor track season opener. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode166 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Dec 06, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 166
This week, we answer your questions about biking for additional training stimulus, pros and cons of running in bad conditions, whether to be concerned with shoe drops, and more. After that, we share world of running updates about the next high school girl to be rising to the top, Kenya’s doping problems and possible consequences, and big money for NCAA runners. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode165 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunnin...
Nov 29, 2022•47 min•Season 4Ep. 165
This week, we render an examination of some of the most valuable non-performance benefits of running. After that, we share world of running updates about the NCAA XC Championships, the sad story of Camille Herron’s lost record, and an article on simple everyday exercises that benefit runners. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode164 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Nov 22, 2022•55 min•Season 4Ep. 164
This week, we tackle Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi’s book flow: what it is and how to achieve it and what that has to do with runners. Stick around after that for world of running updates about the BAA half, Lizzie Bird’s training, and updates on the 2024 USA Olympic Team Trials. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode163 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Nov 15, 2022•55 min•Season 4Ep. 163
This week, we discuss considerations for downtime and down cycles in training and ways to benefit best from both. After that, we share world of running updates about the New York City Marathon and the World Mountain Championships. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode162 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Nov 08, 2022•54 min•Season 4Ep. 162
This week, we answer your questions about easy vs. jogging efforts, what to do for marathon warmups, and how to know if you’re overtraining or peaking too early. After that, we share world of running updates about changes to the World Marathon Majors money, NCAA conference championships, and more. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode161 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Nov 01, 2022•46 min•Season 4Ep. 161
This week, we discuss Mismatch Theory and how to navigate gaps in expectations and perceptions of efforts. After that, we discuss the latest world of running updates about the record-breaking Valencia half marathon, a study about marathon performance prediction, and advice about how to create your own running gels. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode160 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Oct 25, 2022•52 min•Season 4Ep. 160
This week, pro runner and US 10 mile champion Futsum Zeinasellassie discusses consistency in training and how to pursue progress successfully. After that, we discuss the latest world of running updates about Almaz Ayana and CJ Albertson’s new records and a little bit of controversy around the 2021 Boston Marathon. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode159 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Oct 18, 2022•46 min•Season 4Ep. 159
This week, we discuss training specificity and common approaches to training pace, breaking down those approaches and comparing them to effort-focused approaches. After that, we share world of running updates about the Chicago marathon and a crazy new AR running tech. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode158 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Oct 11, 2022•57 min•Season 4Ep. 158
This week we discuss interval workouts, what they do for us, and how to best achieve it. Stick around for the latest from the world of running, including the London Marathon, USATF 10mi championships, and more. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode157 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Oct 04, 2022•59 min•Season 4Ep. 157
This week, we answer your questions about workout intensity and cross training, changing a season’s plans when disruptions hit, and more. After that, we share world of running updates, including the recent Berlin Marathon World Record, changes to World Anti Doping Agency lists, and the US Trail Half Marathon Championships. For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode156 For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Sep 27, 2022•51 min•Season 3Ep. 156
This week, we discuss how to respond to disruptions in training and reminders to help minimize disruptions. After that, we detail world of running updates about the new 24hour world record, USATF 10k championships, and NCAA cross country predictions and who’s who. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode155 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Sep 20, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 155
This week, we finish our marathon discussion. Last week was on successful marathon execution and this time on how to prepare and train successfully. After that, we share world of running updates on the Diamond League finals in Zurich, New York’s 5th Avenue mile, and the Great North Half Marathon. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode154 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Sep 13, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 154
This week, we bring together the best readings and advice on running a successful marathon and discuss how to execute on race day. And after that, we share world of running updates on Grant Fisher’s latest American record, the USATF 20k champs, and another great Eilish McColgan performance. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode153 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Sep 06, 2022•54 min•Season 3Ep. 153
This week, we answer listener questions about running efficiency and economy, tapering long runs, and prolonged fatigue in training. After that, we share updates from the world of running about epic ultras, fall marathons, and more. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode152 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Aug 29, 2022•50 min•Season 3Ep. 152
This week, Andi and Zach discuss when runners should go all out, defining what it looks like to go all-out as well as when to not do so with some bonus stories and personal anecdotes. After that, we share world of running updates about the European championships, historic Falmouth Road Race, and new qualifying standards for world championships. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode151 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Aug 23, 2022•54 min•Season 3Ep. 151
This week, Endurance Rehabilitation and Athletics PTA Rob Andro joins the show to discuss the essentials of successful injury rehabilitation. After that, we share the latest world of running updates from Monaco, including new records, and a note about blood lactate from Matt Fitzgerald. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode150 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Aug 16, 2022•53 min•Season 3Ep. 150
This week, elite marathoner and coach Andrea Pomaranski discusses returning to the sport and the role of urgency. After that, we share world of running updates about the Commonwealth Games, Silesia Diamond League, and shoes rules that have people frustrated once again. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode149 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 149
In this episode, we answer listener questions about in-race hydration, HIIT workout efficacy, and pacing ourselves in races, whether in a mile or a marathon. After that, we discuss world of running updates about a stellar performer at the USA master’s championships, the new candidates for world marathon majors, and more. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode148 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Aug 02, 2022•46 min•Season 3Ep. 148
This week, we finish our discussion of the 2022 World Athletics Championships as well as mistakes and triumphs in racing. We begin with the women’s marathon and wrap up with the men’s 5,000m and women’s 800m. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode147 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
Jul 26, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 147
In this episode, we discuss triumphs and mistakes in racing, using the first weekend of the World Championships to illustrate examples of what to do or not. During that segment, we report on the first weekend results of the World Athletics Championships, including the men’s marathon and men’s and women’s 10,000ms. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode146 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Jul 19, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 146
This week, we discuss the rules to realizing your dreams, rules specifically for runners around what to be, what to get, and what to quit. After that, we discuss the latest from the world of running, including the Sunset Tour and World Championships preview. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode145 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Jul 12, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 145
In this episode, world class track runner Zouhair Talbi discusses what it takes to be among the best. And in the world of running, Andi and Zach report on Stockholm Diamond League, the upcoming world championships marathon, and other impressive results on the racing scene. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode144 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Jul 05, 2022•56 min•Season 3Ep. 144
In this listener Q&A episode, Andi and Zach answer questions about wet shoes, hamstring injuries, and training for different race distances. After that, we share the latest from the world of running: USA track championships, BAA 10k, and an interesting new marathon rule. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode143 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Jun 28, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Season 3Ep. 143
On the show today, professional marathoner Lindsay Flanagan discusses her pr marathon by effort. After that, Andi and Zach share the latest from the world of running, including Diamond League meets in Oslo and Paris and ultra marathon updates. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode142 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Jun 21, 2022•59 min•Season 3Ep. 142
This week, Andi and Zach discuss a comprehensive approach to time management for runners. In the world of running after that, the Rome Diamond League, NCAA championships, and fastness everywhere. For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode141 For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
Jun 14, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 141
