In this episode, I talk about what the efforts should look like in the 80% of your weekly training volume. Reference: 80/20 by Matt Fitzgerald MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSEVENTS/ https://www.instagram.com/mrrunningpains/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/a...
Mar 31, 2022•35 min•Ep. 112
Do you have a long run in your schedule each week? Of course you do! The real question is, are you doing it correctly? I hope to give you some insights through this episode that will help give you the most benefit from your long run. Resource: Running Rogue Podcast - Magic of the Medium Long Run - https://runningrogue.libsyn.com/episode-261-the-magic-of-the-medium-long-run MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patr...
Mar 24, 2022•46 min•Ep. 111
The weather (snow) put the kibosh on my first attempt. Here's to trying again... MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSEVENTS/ https://www.instagram.com/mrrunningpains/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982 To sign up for my Newsletter - https://www.mr...
Mar 17, 2022•17 min•Ep. 110
Tom Sharkey is a friend, runner, and human doing like the rest of us. He's not a doctor or therapist, but he wants to share his story so that it may help others that may be suffering with depression, anxiety, or another mental illness. It is our hope that this conversation will help people seek the help that is necessary to make their lives better. Thank you Tom for this conversation! To reach Tom, you may email him at Tsharkey42@icloud.com Resources: Book - Running is my Therapy by Scott Dougla...
Mar 10, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 109
In this episode, Physical Therapist Miriam Salloum and I discuss all aspects of injuries. How to avoid, deal with, and move on from them. So much to take away from this episode as always when Miriam comes on the podcast! Thank you ma'am! To reach out to Miriam or schedule an appointment, please visit https://www.therunnersmechanic.com/ MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Cha...
Mar 03, 2022•58 min•Ep. 108
Sure Travis Macy wrote the book "The Ultra Mindset", but he is so much more! I loved the energy Travis brought to the conversation. His exuberance can be found in whatever he does. His list of athletic accomplishments range across a variety of sports and I could not begin to do him justice in listing those here. His love for his family and care for his father really struck a chord with me. I strive to be what Travis embodies, and that is a loving father, son, athlete, and everything else he does...
Feb 24, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 107
Robyn is an amazing person. You can hear the genuine affection for life in her voice. Her story about her previous 100-mile attempts makes this finish at the Rocky Raccoon 100-miler even better! Have a listen... Resources: G5 Trail Collective Workdays - https://www.g5trailcollective.org/events MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebo...
Feb 17, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 106
We all know we need more diversity and inclusion in our sport, but with conversation & action we'll not gain much ground. John Lacroix is trying to implore us to action. John is a race director for the Human Potential Race Series in Colorado, Arkansas, & Texas. We go in depth as to why races MUST be inclusive to ALL genders and races. I hope this sparks others to start conversations with other race directors! To reach John, please email - sherpajohn@gmail.com MR Runningpains (Aaron's) in...
Feb 10, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 105
This conversation with The Ultra Running Guys (Jeff Winchester & Jeremy Reynolds) goes into mistakes we've made in the past and possible solutions. Follow The Ultra Running Guys Podcast on your favorite listening platform or visit their website: https://theultrarunningguys.com/ Follow them on Instagram @theultrarunningguys & on Facebook The Ultra Running Guys Episode 7 w/ Derrick Wess - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=feBYaZIMa3M My Feb. Newsletter - https://shoutout.wix.com/so/e0NwmsObd...
Feb 03, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 104
Zach Friedley is doing amazing things besides being a bladed trail runner. He is an advocate for inclusion of other adaptive athletes and he strives to help others gain access to prosthetics who might never others wise have them. Please check out his various events and organizations: Zach's Website - https://linktr.ee/zachary_movement Mendocino Movement Project - https://www.mendomovement.org/ Mendocino Movement Project Mission Video - https://vimeo.com/594040047/8f46d0141e Born to Adapt Races -...
Jan 27, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 103
In this episode I discuss how to incorporate strides into each phase of your training. Resources: Lydiard's Hill Training Phase - My YouTube Video - https://youtu.be/9SBRcbfeQDU How to do a Lydiard Hill Workout: Warmup Run 15-20 minutes 4 x :15 strides w/ :45 standing recovery 3 sets: Uphill High Knee Jog Recover Stride Down to Start of Hill Uphill High Skips Drill Recover Stride Down to Start of Hill Uphill Bounding Drill Recover Stride Down to Start of Hill Cool down 10-15 minutes Fartlek podc...
Jan 20, 2022•40 min•Ep. 102
In this episode I lay out my overall training plan for Bigfoot 200. Each Phase of training, it's purpose, and how I intend to implement it. I talk about my reasons for doing Bigfoot and the challenges I foresee as I train for this event. I hope you can take away some ideas for your own training, and as always, if you have questions, don't hesitate to reach out. Please search my podcasts on Podbean for references to my previous Podcasts as well as my YouTube channel for videos mentioned. Other re...
Jan 13, 2022•55 min•Ep. 101
This Episode was originally recorded for the Hellbender 100 Podcast that I also host, but felt the information was so good that it needed to be shared as much as possible. I sincerely hope you take away something from this episode! If you have questions for Jake, he can be reached at edmistonrdn@gmail.com If you would like to check out the RUN828 Foundation, please do so by visiting: https://www.run828foundation.org/ If you'd like to learn more about the Hellbender 100 Mile Race, you. can visit:...
Jan 06, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 100
Top Gear of 2021: Altra Lone Peak 5 - https://www.altrarunning.com/shop/lone-peak-family/mens-lone-peak-5-al0a4vqe?variationId=408 Xotoes Wool Crew - https://www.xoskin.us/50-Pro-Series/50-XOTOES-Toe-Sock-Crew-Wool/ Smartwool Run Targeted Cushion Crew - https://www.smartwool.com/shop/mens-running-socks/mens-phd-run-light-elite-crew-socks-sw001437?variationId=003 2XU MCS Run Compression Tights - https://us.2xu.com/products/mcs-run-compression-tights-ma4411b-mens-black-nero-reflective Xoskin 3.0 X...
Dec 30, 2021•32 min•Ep. 99
This episode will dive into how to complete a tempo run workout, at what effort, duration, and what different ways to complete these workouts. Along with how long it will take to recover, how often should they be done, in what training cycle, and for how many weeks. So much to unpack here! Enjoy! Active Warmup Video - https://youtu.be/hgBB9de1Hdk Out-N-Back Video - https://youtu.be/sv80MzWFls0 MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please v...
Dec 23, 2021•36 min•Ep. 98
This was a fun conversation about footwear design and function with a man that wants us to think outside of modern footwear design of the major brands. Steven Sashen is the CEO of Xero Shoes and he provides this conversation with research backed findings and suggestions that can help you in your own running. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! Find out more or reach Steven through https://xeroshoes.com/ Listen to his podcast, The MOVEMENT Movement - https://podcasts.apple.com/us...
Dec 16, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 97
We've all been there. You had a bad race. Here's how I reflect, process, assess, make an actionable plan, and move forward. MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSEVENTS/ https://www.instagram.com/mrrunningpains/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982 To...
Dec 09, 2021•31 min•Ep. 96
We received questions from females, this episode has our answers. If you'd like to contact Coach Rachel, you can do so by: email - rbellkelley4@gmail.com Instagram - @rachel.bell.kelley Diagram Rachel referred to: Menstrual Cycle APP - Wild AI Ultrarunning Magazine Podcast - Fixing Feet - https://ultrarunning.com/featured/fixing-your-feet-podcast/ Aaron's Safety YouTube Video - https://youtu.be/Cu4Sn7LCfK8 MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to don...
Dec 02, 2021•57 min•Ep. 95
Want to include a simple workout into your training? Look no further than the Fartlek workout. With a variety of ways to do this workout, it's simple and effective. Mario's website - w ww.themorningshakeout.com Podium Runner Website - https://www.podiumrunner.com/ Day 30 Video from my Training for Bigfoot 200 - https://youtu.be/XK1bRv_2X0I MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials,...
Nov 25, 2021•35 min•Ep. 94
Coach Kellie Moylan is an endurance & strength coach. In this episode, she details an easy way to incorporate strength and why it should be a part of every runners regimen. To contact Coach Kellie, please visit her website moylantraining.com To reach out to Rachel Kelley about the female questions & answers podcast, please email her at rbellkelley4@gmail.com MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com...
Nov 18, 2021•48 min•Ep. 93
In this episode we talk about cadence, what it is, how it effects you, and what cadence is potentially ideal for you. You can connect with Miriam through her website therunnersmechanic.com Miriam's Higher Cadence Video - https://www.therunnersmechanic.com/video-library MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSEVEN...
Nov 11, 2021•34 min•Ep. 92
Nathan Leehman is the owner of the Ultra Running Company in Charlotte, NC. We talk footwear fit, function, and myth. I hope you enjoy our conversation! To connect with Nathan, please visit https://www.ultrarunningcompany.com/ We referred to the book Tread Lightly by Bill Katovsky and Peter Larson Ian Sharman's Podcast, Podium Runner, on Super Shoes - https://www.podiumrunner.com/gear/road-shoes/listen-the-super-shoe-advantage-with-biomechanist-geoff-burns/ Mark Cucuzella's Principles of Natural ...
Nov 04, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 91
Chris Roberts qualified for Big's Backyard Event through the Backyard Burn event. What he did at Big's was beyond amazing! Love this conversation! Thank you Chris! Chris Roberts was a guest in Episode 74 - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/?s=Chris MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSEVENTS/ https:...
Oct 28, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 90
Jason Hardrath had so many adventures in his journey to be the first to 100 FKT's. His 100th is worthy of so much more attention than can be given. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Jason! Follow Jason at: https://www.jasonhardrath.com/ @JasonHardrath on Instagram Preview to Journey to 100 Film: https://vimeo.com/629345254 My first episode with Jason: https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/adventure-time-with-jason-hardrath-how-to-plan-a-safe-adventure-run-episode-53/ MR Runningpai...
Oct 21, 2021•59 min•Ep. 89
I have tons of extra gear I will never use and I want to make sure it gets into the hands of those that need it and perhaps can't afford it. So if you or someone you know could use this gear, please get in touch with me by whatever way best suits you through the avenues listed below. THANK YOU! My Socials & Channels: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSEVENTS/ https://www.instagram.com/mrrunningpains/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes...
Oct 15, 2021•6 min•Ep. 88
Coach B might be a Math & Science guy, but his tips on YouTube and the resources he lists can help you if your new to YouTube or a veteran. A but outside my normal conversations, but what a great opportunity to talk to someone that is having tremendous success on that platform! Moo Moo Math & Science YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/MooMooMath Moo Moo Math & Science Website - http://www.moomoomath.com/ Powtoon Editing Software - https://www.powtoon.com/ Audacity Audio Soft...
Oct 14, 2021•51 min•Ep. 87
Miriam & I discuss the topic of mobility and its importance to runners in this episode. Lot's to glean from here! Contacting Miriam at The Runner's Mechanic - https://www.therunnersmechanic.com/ Wharton Active Isolated Stretching - https://www.whartonhealth.com/whartonhealthblog/tag/active+isolated+stretching Trigger Point Vibrating Foam Roller (Grid Vibe Plus) - https://www.tptherapy.com/vibration/grid-vibe-plus.html Jay Dicharry's Website - https://anathletesbody.com/ MR Runningpains (Aaro...
Oct 07, 2021•51 min•Ep. 86
As I say in my intro to this episode, what a special conversation I had with Nathan! He has experienced so much and loves to share his passion and knowledge of running with everyone. Please check out his store at https://www.ultrarunningcompany.com/ and connect with Nathan on the stores social media channels: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ultrarunningcompany Instagram - @ultrarunningco Tor des Geants - https://www.tordesgeants.it/en/content/tor-des-g%C3%A9ants%C2%AE MR Runningpains Episode...
Sep 30, 2021•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 85
I had the opportunity to Captain an Aid Station at Georgia Jewel 100 and accompanying races! Here are things I observed that I don't want you to do and how you can avoid them! Resources: Rogue Running Podcast Episode #250 - Building Your Own Race Plan - https://runningrogue.libsyn.com/episode-250-building-your-own-race-plan MR Runningpains Episode #30 - Drop Bags - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-30-drop-bags-what-to-pack-how/ MR Runningpains Episode #31 - Crewing Special ...
Sep 23, 2021•32 min•Ep. 84
Mercedes Siegle-Gaither surprised many people at Lake Sonoma 50-miler. Many people except me. I've had the pleasure of coaching Mercedes and have seen her progress up to her race at Lake Sonoma! I couldn't wait to see how she did. It was amazing, and I can't wait to share her story. My apologies for the technical difficulties once again. I've canceled that recording platform and switched to a more stable platform. If you'd like to follow Mercedes, you can do so on Instagram @sciencecedes As for ...
Sep 16, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 83