In this episode: Takeaways on Cameron Hanes book "Endure" & David Goggins "Never Finished" My training updates Fundraising updates Using Positive Words & Reframing negative thoughts and words. Joe Uhan article "Advice to My Younger Self: Five Lessons From a Physiotherapist for a Lifetime of Sustainable Running" Coaching Availability - Sorry to say, I'm full at the moment. Resources: Joe Uhan article - https://www.irunfar.com/five-lessons-for-a-lifetime-of-sustainable-running Mario Fraiol...
May 25, 2023•51 min•Ep. 172
In my first conversation with Teresa Bowser about coaching her, she said she wanted to Finish the Hellbender 100-mile Race. She put in the work, and this is her story about the day-in day-out training and her finish at Hellbender. Enjoy! To connect with Teresa: Instagram - @TeresaBowserFitness Facebook & Strava - Teresa Bowser Resources: Book - "My Border Collie Doesn't Stretch" by Nigel Crompton Research Essentials for Ultrarunning w/ Jason Koop - https://www.jasonkoop.com/research-essentia...
May 18, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 171
3 Topics discussed in this episode: 1. Listener question - training in the heat by pace or Heart Rate? 2. Addressing Mental Fatigue 3. Hitting the taper just right Resources: Mental Training for Ultrarunning by Addie Bracy Ultra Mindset by Travis Macy To donate to my fundraising efforts for Vermont 100 & Leadville 100, please visit: Vermont Adaptive - https://www.pledgereg.com/357957?fbclid=IwAR0-dUaRLRnQvcTU9wXywYE5JlBTJHjTaqswcPMO3IDz5h9nkCXe7n3t06o The Challenged Athlete Foundation - http...
May 11, 2023•32 min•Ep. 170
The Madiera Island 112k sounds epic! Host to the Golden Trail Series Finals last year, this place sounds amazing. In this episode, John Goldfield tells us all about it! Madiera Island Ultra Trail website - https://www.miutmadeira.com/en/ John Goldfield's website - https://www.findingawesome.net/ Strava & Facebook - John Goldfield Instagram - @Johnny2lips Resources - Blisters - https://www.blister-prevention.com/ To donate to my fundraising efforts, please visit: Vermont Adaptive - https://ww...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 169
Want to be more efficient at walking/hiking in your next race? Have a listen! Resources: Weighted vest - Something similar to this: https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/ethos-60-lbweighted-vest-17au6uths60lbwghteac/17au6uths60lbwghteac?recid=product_PageElement_productlanding_rr_6_37566_&rrec=true Using Hiking Poles Video - https://www.salomon.com/en-us/running/trail-running-advice/how-run-poles More Foundation Shoe Donation - https://www.morefoundationgroup.org/ Nikwax Waterproofing - https...
Apr 27, 2023•39 min•Ep. 168
In this Episode, Coach Patrick Reagan & I explore the training stimulus of a 3-Day Training Camp like the Western States Endurance Run Training Weekend. We take a look at the lead up, the weekend itself (planning & executing), and the recovery from such efforts. Get ready to take some notes. A lot to share in this episode. Enjoy! To connect with Patrick: https://patrickreaganrunning.com/coaching @patrickreaganrunning on Instagram To donate to my fundraising efforts, please visit: Vermont...
Apr 20, 2023•46 min•Ep. 167
In this episode I take a look at one of my favorite workouts (7:00 intervals at Lactate Threshold - 80-85% Max Heart Rate) to prescribe for 5kers to Ultra. It can be used in so many different ways (as I describe in this episode). Please let me know if you have any questions. Resources: My 4 Favorite Fartlek Workouts - Episode 161 Active Warmups: Coach Aaron's Active Warmup - https://youtu.be/hgBB9de1Hdk Coach Aaron's Banded Warmup - https://youtu.be/cVq2pVk6kaM David Roche's Banded Warmup - http...
Apr 13, 2023•33 min•Ep. 166
I had a pretty good race at The Bootlegger 50-miler (tied for the win). Here's my race recap... To donate to my fundraising efforts, please visit: Vermont Adaptive - https://www.pledgereg.com/357957?fbclid=IwAR0-dUaRLRnQvcTU9wXywYE5JlBTJHjTaqswcPMO3IDz5h9nkCXe7n3t06o The Challenged Athlete Foundation - http://support.challengedathletes.org/site/TR/Events/General?px=1355904&pg=personal&fr_id=1940 MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate...
Apr 06, 2023•34 min•Ep. 165
Andrew Bednarzik, Mental Performance Coach, Licensed Therapist, & Professor and I discuss negative self-talk and strategies to help reduce it and get through it when it happens. I also answer two listener questions about converting road paces to trail paces, as well as how long should your average run be. Lastly, I talk about my pivot from the cancelled Rim Runner 50-miler to the Bootlegger 50-miler since the course and strategies are pretty different. I hope you enjoy the Episode! Connectin...
Mar 30, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 164
In this update I discuss my own training and race plans for the Grand Slam, as well as a listener question of how to deal with a training block that just isn't going according to plan. To donate to my fundraising efforts, please visit: Vermont Adaptive - https://www.pledgereg.com/357957?fbclid=IwAR0-dUaRLRnQvcTU9wXywYE5JlBTJHjTaqswcPMO3IDz5h9nkCXe7n3t06o The Challenged Athlete Foundation - http://support.challengedathletes.org/site/TR/Events/General?px=1355904&pg=personal&fr_id=1940 MR R...
Mar 23, 2023•46 min•Ep. 163
In this episode I talk about how to incorporate these 4 simple fartlek workouts into your training. Each take about an hour to complete, and can be done almost anywhere; making them easy to incorporate and needless to say benefit from. Resources: Active Warmups: Coach Aaron's Active Warmup - https://youtu.be/hgBB9de1Hdk Coach Aaron's Banded Warmup - https://youtu.be/cVq2pVk6kaM David Roche's Banded Warmup - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22eLXLhl8q8&t=8s David Roche's Wake-Up Legs Routine -...
Mar 16, 2023•28 min•Ep. 162
This episode is an intro to send you to the video podcast for this episode on my YouTube Channel - https://youtu.be/Twc5rMVsSjE Thanks to Athletic Trainer Sarah Warren for recording this episode with me! To donate to my fundraising efforts, please visit: Vermont Adaptive - https://www.pledgereg.com/357957?fbclid=IwAR0-dUaRLRnQvcTU9wXywYE5JlBTJHjTaqswcPMO3IDz5h9nkCXe7n3t06o The Challenged Athlete Foundation - http://support.challengedathletes.org/site/TR/Events/General?px=1355904&pg=personal&...
Mar 09, 2023•11 min•Ep. 161
My apologies for my voice on this one, but if you can bear with me, I speak on the long run and common mistakes associated with executing the long run in marathon & ultra training. Enjoy! To donate to my fundraising efforts, please visit: Vermont Adaptive - https://www.pledgereg.com/357957?fbclid=IwAR0-dUaRLRnQvcTU9wXywYE5JlBTJHjTaqswcPMO3IDz5h9nkCXe7n3t06o The Challenged Athlete Foundation - http://support.challengedathletes.org/site/TR/Events/General?px=1355904&pg=personal&fr_id=19...
Mar 02, 2023•29 min•Ep. 160
In this episode I reflect on my course preview of the Rim Runner Race Course (25-miles). The good, the bad, & the ugly! Resources: The Trail Trash Podcast #19: In The Service Of Others - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-trash-podcast-19-in-the-service-of-others/id1649057207?i=1000600326851 Running Rogue Podcast Episode #305: 8 Things to STOP Doing - https://runningrogue.libsyn.com/episode-305-8-things-to-stop-doing MR Runningpains Podcast Analyzing Your Long Run - Episode 134 ...
Feb 23, 2023•32 min•Ep. 159
Trail Running Film Festival Film Festival Website: https://www.trailfilmfest.com/2023 Instagram: Tera_pruett Instagram: Trail Running Film Festival FV Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1622476038203393? Hip Labral Tear & Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Reources: Instagram Video of Nordic Hamstring Curls: https://www.instagram.com/p/Be5OcJBgT7H/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY= Tom Goom Article: https://www.jospt.org/doi/full/10.2519/jospt.2016.5986 The Runner's Mechanic Physical Therapy Clinic: http...
Feb 16, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 158
Please visit my YouTube channel to watch this as the visual cues may help more than listening to this episode - https://youtu.be/0iJq30jT2Nw This episode is how I pack my running vest. DISCLAIMER - I have no affiliation with any of the companies mentioned in this episode. Please let me know if you have any questions! To donate to my fundraising efforts, please visit: Vermont Adaptive - https://www.pledgereg.com/357957?fbclid=IwAR0-dUaRLRnQvcTU9wXywYE5JlBTJHjTaqswcPMO3IDz5h9nkCXe7n3t06o The Chall...
Feb 09, 2023•31 min•Ep. 157
Celia Eicheldinger had an amazing race at Fierce Dragon (215 miles). Cera Jones was a pacer and crew member. This is their story. Previous Fierce Dragon Episode - New Co-Course Record Holders of the Fierce Dragon 200 Miler Michael Patton & David Holliday - Episode 50 Connect w/ Celia: Celia Eicheldinger - Facebook @eicheldingercelia - Instagram Connect w/ Cera: Cera Jones - Facebook @twinrevolver39 - Instagram Resources: Frogg Toggs - https://www.froggtoggs.com/ To donate to my fundraising e...
Feb 02, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 156
Rachel Blinn is amazing! I've seen her growth in a short amount of time I've coached her both in running and life. You can hear the joy in her voice and her laugh. I hope she inspires you as much as she does me! To connect with Rachel, follow her on Instagram @GothicFather666 To donate to my fundraising efforts, please visit: Vermont Adaptive - https://www.pledgereg.com/357957?fbclid=IwAR0-dUaRLRnQvcTU9wXywYE5JlBTJHjTaqswcPMO3IDz5h9nkCXe7n3t06o The Challenged Athlete Foundation - http://support....
Jan 26, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 155
This episode is best viewed on YouTube. Please visit https://youtu.be/IhBtJ82zV4g to do so. UltraPacer.com is a great resource for planning your pacing strategy for your next ultra race/run/adventure. It can also be used to compare previous efforts. Danny Murphy has done a tremendous job in creating this great resource. This episode is a "How to" for using www.ultrapacer.com If you have any questions, you can connect with Danny through the website. To donate to my fundraising efforts, please vis...
Jan 19, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 154
Nathan Frantz & Sean Clayton believed they could run and break the established Palmetto Trail FKT. In this episode, we talk about what it took to do so. To connect with: Nathan - Instagram @nate_ocr_85 Sean - Instagram @seanaclayton To donate to my fundraising efforts, please visit: Vermont Adaptive - https://www.pledgereg.com/357957?fbclid=IwAR0-dUaRLRnQvcTU9wXywYE5JlBTJHjTaqswcPMO3IDz5h9nkCXe7n3t06o The Challenged Athlete Foundation - http://support.challengedathletes.org/site/TR/Events/Ge...
Jan 12, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 153
In this episode, I go over the necessity of creating variety in your training and getting in the key components of training. I speak on: Intention of the phase of training cycle Variance of paces/efforts/intensities Over emphasizing one aspect of your training Fitting it all in Long Run Episode - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/making-the-long-run-most-effective-for-your-training/ Strides Episode - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/incorporating-strides-in-your-traini...
Jan 05, 2023•41 min•Ep. 152
YouTube Video Link - https://youtu.be/K1CFRIydt28 This list in no way substitutes medical advice. Please consult your primary care Physician before using any of these products. Scissors Nail clipper Tweezers Anti- Chaffe – multiple brands & multiple sizes of the same brand I suggest one be zinc oxide-based product Foot Salve – again, multiple brands & multiple sizes of the same brand A & D Ointment Petroleum Jelly/Vasoline Cortizone 10 Anti-Itch Cream Neosporin – antibiotic & pai...
Dec 29, 2022•30 min•Ep. 151
Here's the link to the YouTube Version of this Episode - https://youtu.be/6WWDXV2eIWo Donation links: Donate to The Vermont Adaptive for my Vermont 100 Campaign - https://www.pledgereg.com/357957?fbclid=IwAR0-dUaRLRnQvcTU9wXywYE5JlBTJHjTaqswcPMO3IDz5h9nkCXe7n3t06o Donate to The Challenged Athlete Foundation for my Leadville 100 Campaign - http://support.challengedathletes.org/site/TR/Events/General?px=1355904&pg=personal&fr_id=1940 Gear Mentioned in This Episode: Salomon Adv Skin 5 &...
Dec 22, 2022•51 min•Ep. 150
In this episode, Patrick Reagan and I discuss so much for the year ahead. From training to recovering to the mental aspects needed to go through the Grand Slam (or running in general). Grab a pen and paper and get ready to take some notes. Lots of takeaways form this one for any runner! Thank you Patrick! Resources: Active Isolated Stretching - https://www.whartonhealth.com/whartonhealthblog/tag/active+isolated+stretching Zach Bitter Recovery Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B49xbe9Ud8Y T...
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 149
This was an incredible conversation for an amazing accomplishment. Old dominion, Western States, Vermont, & Wasatch 100-mile races completed in one summer! Fanny nailed it! I love her enthusiasm for challenging events and her call to other women to do the same! Thank you Fanny! To connect with Fanny: Instagram - @bluerunninglicorne Facebook Messenger - Fanny Barrette My fundraising efforts: The Challenged Athlete Foundation (for Leadville 100) - http://support.challengedathletes.org/site/TR/...
Dec 08, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 148
That escalated quickly! I'm trying to make it possible to go for the Grand Slam of Ultra Running! With my registration for Western States already complete, I decided to try to make the rest of the races in the Grand Slam a reality. In doing so, I've secured a charity spot raising funds for the Vermont Adaptive ( http://www.vermontadaptive.org/about-us/ ). I'm in the process of trying to gain a charity spot for Leadville 100 by raising funds for The Challenged Athletes Foundation ( https://www.ch...
Dec 01, 2022•38 min•Ep. 147
In this episode I speak on how to go about tackling a new distance in your running/racing/adventuring. 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 Newsl...
Nov 24, 2022•28 min•Ep. 146
Justin Contois had the goal of winning the Lynchburg Ultra Series - https://eco-xsports.com/lynchburg-ultra-series/ - this year. In the process of winning the series he won the finale race, The Mountain Masochist 50-miler - https://eco-xsports.com/events/mountain-masochist/ . Here the whole story in this episode. To connect with Justin: On Instagram - @JustinContois On Facebook & Strava - Justin Contois MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to do...
Nov 17, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 145
Big Episode here! My first conversation is with Forest and Canyon Woodward on their new film, Rural Runners, which parallels Canyon's running with his campaign managing for Chloe Maxmin. Links to the film below. My second conversation is with Will Weidman and his experience at the Tor de Geants 205 mile race through the Italian Alps. Enjoy! Woodwards Resources & Contacts: Rural Runners Film & Website - https://www.dirtroadorganizing.org/#contact To connect with: Canyon - @canyonwoodward ...
Nov 10, 2022•2 hr 40 min•Ep. 144
Not only is Jesse Fuller an experienced ultra runner, he is outstanding at what he does. Through his screening, Jesse will recognize where we lack strength and mobility and prescribe a regiment that will help us either return to running or keep us running healthy and strong. Let me be clear, Jesse does not diagnose injury, just help us return from an injury that has already been predetermined by a medical professional. Learn more in this episode. To connect with Jesse on Instagram - @fullerrunsf...
Nov 03, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 143
