This week on AtoZrunning: We tackle the two biggest opposing approaches to training and discuss which is the better way to train. In the world of running, the Berlin Marathon was DEEP, but Chicago Marathon was FAST. We’ll break them both down for you. If you throw enough money at it, can you make track a thing in the US? The inaugural Athlos track meet set out to discover just that. For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 6Ep. 261
Today on AtoZrunning: We tackle the big question of whether to reject paces in training and how a runner can become more intuitive. In the world of running, the US 10k road champs saw both familiar and new faces on the podium. We just learned about what might be the longest-standing win-streak in the running world. Can you guess how long it’s lasted? And in the headlines, scandal has rocked the ultra world, and it feels like it came straight from the script of the movie Mean Girls. For training,...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 260
Today on AtoZrunning: We talked about how far to run; we talked about how fast to run; so this week we wanted to take a moment to reflect on what it takes to be ready to race. In the world of running, the outdoor track season wrapped up with the Diamond League championships, complete with both upsets and double-down defenses. Also, the long-awaited half marathon debut of track sensation Jakob Ingebrigtsen was… well, let’s not give away everything in the intro… And in the headlines, BAA announced...
Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 5Ep. 259
Today on AtoZrunning: We’re back on the topic of training questions and concerns, this week talking about concerns around pace: am I running too slow? Fast enough? In the world of running, Zurich diamond league showcased exciting rematches and world record attempts. Additional world records were attempted both on the track and roads. For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
Sep 11, 2024•52 min•Season 5Ep. 258
Today on AtoZrunning: We tackle a regular topic of conversation for runners: training volumes and adaptations. In the world of running, the Diamond League continues with a world-record scare in the women’s steeple. And history was made at the World junior championships by a teenage Norwegian. For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 257
This week on AtoZrunning: We discuss what it takes to get better and how the growth formula can help us improve. In the world of running, Olympic champs like Cole Hocker and Emmanuel Wanyonyi stepped back out on the track, and it wasn’t all roses. The weekend wrapped up with what is, on paper at least, the most impressive world record in distance running history. For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Aug 28, 2024•59 min•Season 5Ep. 256
This week on AtoZrunning: We bring you the epic second week and conclusion to the 2024 Olympics. If the first week was exciting, the second week only got better, ending with the most incredible marathon finish in Olympic history. For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
Aug 13, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 5Ep. 255
This week on AtoZrunning: We bring you week 1 of the 2024 Olympics and five of the most incredible races you’ve ever seen (or heard about!). We also answer a listener question about long runs and restless legs For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
Aug 07, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 5Ep. 254
This week on AtoZrunning: We connect the dots between finding fulfillment in challenge and wise training, reflecting on what it means for runners to do hard things. Then, the one and only comprehensive Olympics track preview! Everything you need to know about who’s who and when to watch the races! For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Season 5Ep. 253
This week on AtoZrunning: We take a look at the popular aphorism, do hard things, and reflect on the relationship between expectations, challenge, and running. We answer a listener question about feeling trashed after progression runs. In the world of running, a whole bunch of men fell in a Diamond League mile, and the only ones to apparently miss it were the race officials. Also, Keely Hodgkinson is setting the track ablaze. Will this finally be the year she wins a global title? For training, c...
Jul 23, 2024•1 hr 30 min
This week on AtoZrunning: We continue last week’s discussion, this week taking a look at nutrition for runners. In the world of running, the last stop on the Diamond League before the Olympics, and still more records fell. And from the headlines, does it matter what time of day you run? We’ll take a look.
Jul 17, 2024•56 min•Season 5Ep. 251
This week on AtoZrunning: We dive into Jason R. Karp’s book, “Run your Fat Off” beginning with a discussion about how running impacts your metabolism. In the world of running, the Paris Diamond league included world, area, and national records along with lifetime bests galore and historically deep fields. We have new Olympics updates including unexpected additions to Team USA. And in the headlines, step aside supershoes, it’s time for robotic exoskeletons! For training, coaching, and other servi...
Jul 09, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 5Ep. 250
This week on AtoZrunning: We talk with Olympic Trials Steeplechase champ Kenneth Rooks about facing reality, visualizing success, and running your own race. In the world of running, part 2 of the US Olympic Trials was, if possible, even MORE exciting! There were major upsets and minor miracles, great tragedies and tiny victories. It was some of the best track and field we have ever watched in a single meet, and we’re bringing that excitement to you momentarily. For training, coaching, and other ...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 5Ep. 249
This week on AtoZrunning: American Record Holder Diego Estrada joins the show again to discuss overtraining and gives insightful advice. We answer a listener question about how to train as a new and growing runner. In the world of running, the US Olympic Trials have begun with Olympic dreams realized and others shattered. In recent headlines, marathons can be quite destructive. This article shares what to look for. For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coachin...
Jun 26, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 5Ep. 248
This week on AtoZrunning: We discuss overtraining and how incredibly easy it is to find ourselves burned out or injured. We also answer a listener question about heat vs. humidity. In the world of running, more Olympic trials action is underway. And US high schoolers wrapped up the year with a bang. For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 5Ep. 247
This week on AtoZrunning: We discuss what it means to practice running and where every runner needs to begin each training season. We also answer a listener question about training in super shoes. In the world of running, we’ve got the highlights from NCAA champs and other track actions. And in the headlines, have you been following the Spring Energy gel debacle? We’ve got the latest as well as our analysis. For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Season 5Ep. 246
This week on AtoZrunning: We discuss exactly why the record books have been completely rewritten in recent years. We also answer a listener’s question about the life of super shoes. In the world of running, the Diamond League ended the early season with a Scandinavian double and a multitude of records! As for high school, a mile record was broken twice at the same meet. And in the headlines, 36 marathons in 36 days would be tough enough without a fatal lung condition. For training, coaching, and...
Jun 08, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 5Ep. 245
This week on AtoZrunning: We talk with recent 25k champ Betsy Saina about dealing with discomfort. We also answer a listener question about training adaptations and advantages from heat. In the world of running, the Pre Classic was every bit as exciting as anticipated, from world records to massive rivalries. And from recent headlines, we talk about the performance implications of defecation. For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
May 28, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Season 5Ep. 244
Today on AtoZrunning: We interview recently-crowned 25k champ Diego Estrada about his recent running rebirth. We also answer listener questions about mental race strategies. In the world of running, track action is on fire amid the year of the teenage sensations. How fast do you think you can push a stroller for 1 mile? For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
May 22, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Season 5Ep. 243
Today on AtoZrunning: We get an exclusive look at two elites pre-race routine before the US 25k championships. We answer a listener’s question about the science of humidity. In the world of running, teenagers appear to be dominating the track on the global scene. Both the men’s and women’s 25k American records were broken in Grand Rapids. And in recent headlines, cherries, beets, and cranberries are back on the menu! For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coach...
May 14, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 242
Today on AtoZrunning: We discuss a massive review of the effects of heat and humidity on performance. We also answer a listener question about pre-hydrating before races. In the world of running, as the summer Olympics approach, we learn more about who will be there! As track action continues, we bring some fast times and interesting analysis. In recent headlines, is there a link between personality and running mechanics? For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 5Ep. 241
Today on AtoZrunning: We take a look at the physics of wind to consider why it does what it does to runners and what we might want to do about that. We also answer a listener question about Marathon training. In the world of running, track action continues with more records. Any guesses how fast a 76-year old can run a marathon? We’ve got the scoop from London. And in recent headlines, NIL deals continue, and a particular high schooler caught our attention. For training, coaching, and other serv...
Apr 30, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 5Ep. 240
Today on AtoZrunning: We interview recent Olympic qualifier Dakotah Lindwurm about three things that carried her from a division 2 walk-on to an Olympian. We also answer a listener question about when runners hit their physical peak. In the world of running, London Marathon was windy, and it definitely showed but not for everyone! Xiamen kicked off the Diamond League, and it was thrilling. And in the headlines, Negative Nick is real, and about 160,000 people hate him. For training, coaching, and...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 5Ep. 239
This week on AtoZrunning: We finish our series on wise decisions by taking a close look at ways to manage energy, emotion, and stress. We also answer a listener question about cool down jogs after hard efforts and races. In the world of running, Boston Marathon was a nail-biter but for two totally different reasons between the men and women. College kids continue to assault the records boards. And from the headlines, Strava is being called into question yet again. For training, coaching, and oth...
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Season 5Ep. 238
Today on AtoZrunning: We continue examining wise decisions, this week looking at conscious awareness and the dangers of outside influences on our decision-making. We also answer a listener question about running hills in preparation for hilly races. In the world of running, Arcadia is swiftly becoming the high school distance running mecca. The US 10-mile road championships was a record-breaking thriller. And from the headlines, being cold has a much bigger effect on endurance performance, a rec...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 5Ep. 237
Today on AtoZrunning: We begin a series on Loehr and Ohlsson’s Wise Decisions, focusing first on what they call reality-distorting mechanisms, otherwise known as the lies we tell ourselves. We answer a listener question about shoe rotations and how to navigate shoes that feel great vs. shoes that feel flat. In the world of running, the world cross country championships were as full of blood, sweat, and tears as cross country ought to be. We’ve got a recap and analysis to share. Other weekend hig...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 5Ep. 236
This week on AtoZrunning: Adam Homolka of Endurance Rehab joins us again to talk about some of the fascinating differences in treadmill technology and how to make use of it. We answer a listener question about how to objectively measure fatigue and the need for adjusting training. In the world of running, after 38 years, a woman finally finished the Barkley Marathons, and the photo is perfect. Also, we share an interesting article about the relationship between nutrition and soreness. All this a...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 5Ep. 235
Today on AtoZrunning: Effort is finite. What does this mean for distance runners and what we here call the first key to thriving. We answer a listener question about flat legs during pre-race tapering In the world of running, the TEN featured 8 men under 27 minutes in the same 10,000m race. Has that ever happened before? Fast times weren’ just limited to the track… or the 10,000… or the adults! We’ll share a weekend rundown of the need-to-knows. In other news, RunTok is a thing, and we take a lo...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 5Ep. 234
Today on AtoZrunning: We interview Liz Fanco who shares how she helps other runners transform themselves through sport and the race experience. We answer a listener question about the best order of runs or workouts in a week. In the world of running, if you were making predictions a year ago about certain NCAA runners’ futures, chances are you were so wrong it hurt. We’ll share why. High school runners are unhinged, and it’s a little disturbing. And Ingebrigtsen is back in the news saying crazy ...
Mar 12, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 5Ep. 233
This week on AtoZrunning: We throw back to one of our first interviews, a conversation with Coach Hodge about how to run faster without trying harder We also answer a listener question about how to pace a race In the world of running, the world indoor track and field championships was thrilling, and we’ve got the full scoop And the Tokyo Marathon was a shocker with major upsets! For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching...
Mar 05, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Season 5Ep. 232
