Training for Chicago and NYC Marathons, discussion about the Marine Corp Marathon and Action for Healthy Kids with Runner of the Week, Tom Kreider, and Serena and I talk about marathon training and what is the ideal choice when eating bread is what is in store for today. If you want to make sure you don’t miss a single update from The Running Lifestyle Show, please head over to www.therunninglifestyle.com/join and find out the 11 Strategies to Create a Running Lifestyle. Jeff calms me down when ...
Aug 20, 2015•1 hr 18 min
Meb is BACK, BACK AGAIN, to continue sharing his inspiring, goose bump provoking, tears in your eyes, story of working hard to achieve your dreams. If you haven’t heard the first part of the conversation, please go back and download Episode #85 so all of this make sense. During the second part of the conversation, we discuss: The clothing Meb wears while on the ElliptiGo and traveling (hint, you can see tan lines from his CEP compression socks) Designing his own shoes, the Go Run Strada and Go M...
Aug 13, 2015•1 hr 22 min
MEB. IS. HERE!!!!!!!! Meb is one of the nicest, most inspiring guys you will ever meet. Everything that’s said about his being such a sweetie is TRUE!!!!! Meb will make you be even more proud to be American (that is if you are an American) and to work even harder to achieve your running, health, and life goals. If you want to learn the "11 Strategies to Live the Running Lifestyle" (many of which Meb discusses during the interview), head over to therunninglifestyle.com/join . Meb and I discuss (b...
Aug 06, 2015•1 hr 26 min
Vicki Huber Rudawsky, a 2-time track Olympian shares with us how she used visualization skills, cleaning up her diet, sleeping more, listening to her body and two run in the 88 and 96 Olympics. What’s especially inspiring about Vicki’s story is she had a young child at home when she qualified for the 96 Olympics. We specifically discuss: How she overcame injuries Raising a child as a single parent and training for the Olympics How she has evolved as a runner through the years How her husband has...
Jul 30, 2015•1 hr 1 min
Vicki Huber Rudawsky, a 2 Time track Olympian shares with us how she used visualization skills, cleaning up her diet, sleeping more, listening to her body and two run in the 88 and 96 Olympics. What’s especially inspiring about Vicki’s story is she had a young child at home when she qualified for the 96 Olympics. We specifically discuss: Transitioning from a high school athlete to a collegiate athlete What she did after her freshman year in college to be the best she could be How changing her mi...
Jul 23, 2015•1 hr 26 min
Find out how to mix vacation with exercise when my husband, Robert Gormley, and I talk about different vacations we’ve taken around the world. John Bell, our Runner of the Week, has completed over 100 marathons around the world and discusses some of his favorite races. Some of the races discussed are Paris, London, Great Wall, and New York City. John shares his top tip for how to recover from a marathon when on a trip. Serena Marie, RD, talks about whether or not orange juice is a great choice. ...
Jul 16, 2015•1 hr 25 min
Serena Marie, RD, and I discuss why beans are great for gut health and how to introduce beans into your diet. Remember: Beans are not a good choice for fueling, because you don't want to be running for the bathroom. We talk about how the fiber in beans is a better choice than the fiber in a grain such as quinoa. She also discusses how to cook beans and what she eats the night before a marathon. When you have the option, it’s a better choice to have cooked beans rather than canned beans. Side not...
Jul 09, 2015•18 min
It’s all about protein bars, Kari checking in with Jeff Galloway, and our runner of the week, Russ Perry. Russ talks about Ragnar trail races and running in Arizona. We’re having a protein bar parade. Woo hoo! Listeners of the show, well actually friends since they have contacted us, have been asking what are Serena Marie, RD’s, favorite protein bars and why. We hear you loud and clear so “we are a answering”. It makes perfect sense why bars are so popular as they are portable, easy, and conveni...
Jul 02, 2015•1 hr 19 min
Part 2 of Jeff Galloway’s episode goes in depth and covers the following topics: How to run faster (Wow! Bring on the 26 mile-long run BEFORE the marathon) and lower your time by 15 minutes How to do speed repetitions the Jeff Galloway way What a cadence drill and an acceleration glide are and why you need to know How to avoid the slowdown of a marathon and achieve a negative split Why Jeff recommends swimming and using an ElliptiGO (I’m a HUGE fan of the “Go!”) as cross training activities What...
Jun 25, 2015•1 hr 2 min
We discuss the Oakley New York City Mini 10K. My friend Sarah Boschung comes back on the show and brings her friend and colleague, Christy Bainer, to discuss what a wonderful experience the three of us had running Oakley New York City together. This was Christy Bainer’s farthest distance ever and she shares what a memorable race it was. We discussed: Why Christy chose this as her first race The joy of running with friends The details of the race Oakley clothes and sunglasses The course Tourist i...
Jun 24, 2015•34 min
Jeff Galloway, Olympian and running coach to millions, comes on the show to explain how you can run the rest of your life. He’s been running for 57 years, and does a marathon a month, and definitely leads by example. We had such a fascinating conversation that it’s been split up in to two episodes. During the first part of our discussion we talk about: · Jeff’s experience as an overweight kid and how he started to run (it might surprise you) · Going from the Navy to training for the Olympic Tria...
Jun 18, 2015•1 hr 7 min
How to align your values to running is what we have in store for you when Brett Gajda, of Where There’s Smoke Podcast, comes on the show. Brett, who is also our Runner of the Week, discusses: · Why he is immersed in self development · How he defines who/what a runner is (it’s surprising) · Why we do what we do · How our perspectives are different based on how we grew up · His challenges with injuries · What two things you need to have to change a behavior · How mustard changed his mindset · Know...
Jun 11, 2015•1 hr 8 min
Dr. John Ratey, MD, continues the discussion of how to make your exercise habit sticky. He also shares the growing research of how are brains are plastic and how more and more studies are showing the importance of moving our bodies. Our Runner of the Week Rhonda Foulds shares how becoming a marathoner has helped her get off her 33 prescriptions for Parkinson's. Serena Marie, RD, discusses the research around Niacin and how it helps with some forms of skin cancer. Serena and I review Moji Massage...
Jun 04, 2015•1 hr 12 min
Dr. John Ratey comes back on the show to discuss the simple thing you can do to optimize the time you are awake. We also go in depth and discuss what steps you ideally take to help yourself or someone you care about who you suspect has depression. Johnny Gillespie, a certified strength and conditioning coach, yoga instructor and fonder of Balanced Athlete shares with us how to make sure we are training in an integrated manner so we can run long distances well in to our 80’s. Serena Marie, RD, di...
May 28, 2015•1 hr 5 min
Dean Karnazes, Chris O’Brien, and Linda Canning from Team Healthy Kids for Action for Healthy Kids together share 15 great ideas to help you raise money for a fundraiser near and dear to your heart. Dean and I talk about the benefits of a standing desk, the sleep challenges kids have and what can be done about it. Serena Marie, RD, answers a listener’s question about coffee and how much is too much.
May 21, 2015•1 hr 16 min
Nick D'Agostino discusses how he was diagnosed with MS and why he decided to become a runner. During the conversation, Nick shares his can do attitude and the amazing experiences that have come in to his life because of being a runner. Our runner of the week, Jackie Thomas, talks about how running helped her in college be calm and transition in to her professional career. Serena Marie talks about Bulletproof Coffee and a recent Philadelphia article telling runners to Shut Up. We also discuss a p...
May 14, 2015•1 hr 13 min
Dr. Rosenberg, author of Sleep Soundly Every Night, Feel Fantastic Every Day, shares us fascinating causes that can be disrupting your sleep. He specifically talks about what we as runners need to know when it comes to sleep. Serena Marie, RD, talks specifically about food and beverages that help and hinder sleep. Denny Krahe of Diz Runs podcast shares his runner story. Our monthly visitor, Vinnie Tortorich shares his sleep story and how a lack of sleep contributed to his Cancer diagnosis. Our b...
May 07, 2015•1 hr 47 min
Come for a run with Boston Marathon runners Nichole Bukowski, Jonathan Levitt and Angie Spencer to hear their experiences. Trevor Spencer joins us too to talk about his BAA 5K experience. Serena Marie, RD, and I share our highlights and running the 5K. Our favorite memory may surprise you. Jonathan Levitt talks about his first time running the Boston Marathon and about his interest in November Project.
Apr 30, 2015•1 hr 36 min
Dimity McDowell, of Another Mother Runner, and I continue our conversation about depression. We discuss self care and expectations of how to manage depression. Our runner of the week is Dr. Ben Forman, a runner and psychologist who has created Teens Run DC, which offers a mentoring program and also an after-school fitness and social emotional learning sessions. Our Real Food Dietitian, Serena Marie, RD, discusses that challenging winter she had and how she took care of herself through fuel and e...
Apr 23, 2015•1 hr 13 min
Dimity McDowell, Co-Founder of Another Mother Runner, and Kari discuss their challenges with depression. The conversation definitely feels like one of climbing a really long hill. We then change pace BIG TIME when I interview the Runner of the Week and Also Official Comedian of The Running Lifestyle Show, Liz Miele. Our Go To Real Food Dietitian, Serena Marie, RD discusses what to do when you’re running to the bathroom on vacation. Go to http://bit.ly/68DMcDW for the full show notes....
Apr 16, 2015•1 hr 24 min
Dave McGillivray, race director of the Boston Marathon, shares with us the history of the race, the course, his recommendations as a runner and race director of how to run the marathon, and where he recommends spectators cheer on their runner. Our Runner of the Week is Angie Spencer from Marathon Training Academy and she shares her journey to get to the starting line of the Boston Marathon. Let’s just say it’s been a long road. Our go-to real food dietitian, Serena Marie, RD, shares what a runne...
Apr 09, 2015•1 hr 22 min
Join Dean Karnazes, coach Seth Kopf of Kopf Running, Serena Marie, RD, and me when we discuss what an amazing marathon Chicago is and the benefits of being a part of the Action for Healthy Kids team. We discuss the course, the fans, the training you get with coach Seth, and the pre-race party.
Apr 08, 2015•53 min
We discuss the Family Fun Run 5k with previous guest Rebecca Farrell and the Princess Half Marathon with Becky Kotsifas. Serena Marie, RD, discusses how having a low iron count affects sports performance and what foods to eat to bring up iron counts. Then, Vinnie Tortorich comes on for his monthly spot and brings his friend, Rich Roll, along for the ride.
Apr 02, 2015•1 hr 26 min
Joanne Ambrogi, physical therapist, yoga instructor, world-class athlete and massage therapist joins Serena Marie, RD, and Kari to discuss the book, The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg. The ladies go in depth about the key parts of a habit and discuss examples from the book and their own lives.
Mar 26, 2015•1 hr 17 min
Dean Karnazes comes on and shares the challenge he gave us. Let’s just say Serena Marie, RD, and I say “bring it on”. J.D. Beiting discusses all the details you need to know to join Dean, Serena and me with Action for Healthy Kids. Check out www.therunninglifestyle.com for more information.
Mar 20, 2015•50 min
Hear Andrew Weaver, John Harris, Jessica Jones, Dave Summers, Serena Marie, RD, and my experience running the 2015 Rock 'N' Half Marathon. We talk all things course, expo, transportation, nutrition and words of advice. In addition the race is compared other half marathons across the country. Full show notes at TheRunningLifestyle.com: http://bit.ly/62RnRhW
Mar 19, 2015•1 hr 24 min
Melanie Curtis, a life coach, sky diving coach, and world traveler, shares with us how running around the world has opened up opportunities in her life. The Runner Dad, Matt Orlando, discusses what running has done for him spiritually, mentally, and physically in addition to how it’s given him the ability to connect with famous runners. Serena Marie, RD, discusses whether you need to eat breakfast every day.
Mar 12, 2015•1 hr 3 min
Mike Silverman, Physical Therapist and Running Gait specialist analyzes Kari’s gait through a multiple tests. During the test, Mike uncovers common runners weaknesses Kari demonstrates which has led to ITband issues in the past. Many exercises, word of advice and wisdom are shared to help all runners keep on running strong. Serena Marie, RD, discusses the correlation between gut health and depression. Cliff Ravenscraft, the King of Podcasting, is our Runner of the Week and he shares how he has g...
Mar 05, 2015•1 hr 52 min
Dr. John Ratey, MD, discusses and answers listeners' questions surrounding his book, 'Go Wild: Free Your Body and Mind from the Afflictions of Civilization'. We hear from Serena Marie, RD, about all things metabolism. Lisa Stephens shares how she went from having breast cancer and being overweight to running. Meaghan Nana-Sinkam comes on discuss the Pickle Race in Media, Pennsylvania. Sarah Boschung, Serena and I break some exciting news regarding Bruttus, the official cat of the Running Lifesty...
Feb 26, 2015•1 hr 51 min
Dave McGillivray, Boston Marathon race director and the same for 30 other races during the year, shares what goes in planning a race from distance planning, marketing, ordering of porta-potties, medals, and much more. We get an inside look of how races have changed significantly through the years. Serena Scott Thomas comes by to tell us all about her first ultramarathon and if she would want to run another one. Our go-to real food dietitian, Serena Marie, RD, discusses the importance of calcium ...
Feb 19, 2015•1 hr 40 min
