Ori Bengal, an artist who has painted every day for over five years, is now taking on the marathon distance. Ori and Kari discuss how he has applied his mindset toward art to his running routine. Serena Marie, RD, talks about how to jazz up your salad and make it fun. Full Show Notes and More: http://www.therunninglifestyle.com/147-how-to-use-a-daily-practice-to-take-on-new-challenges
Robin Gelfenbien is hysterical and has plenty of funny (and not-so-funny) running stories to share. You’ll go from laughing one minute to having a tear in your eye the next. Robin shares how she was bullied and how that actually fueled her running. Serena Marie, RD, offers the latest research on what to do to bring more energy into your life, which accidentally launches us into a product review of Varidesk®. Full Show Notes and More: http://www.therunninglifestyle.com/146-running-on-puns-with-st...
Erin Taylor, who has been a yoga teacher for over ten years (plus a Division 1 basketball player) shares how a back injury led her rolling her eyes to a yoga mat, and how it’s made all the difference in the world. Erin is back to running and playing while having a career and being a mom to an infant. You’ll hear why yoga is important for runners, and how a little bit goes a long way. Serena Marie, RD, discusses three supplements that aid in fat loss for runners. Full Show Notes and More: http://...
Mark Remy has written five books and worked at Runner’s World for nine years. He’s here to share his humor (which is satire) on funny things runners do while giving practical advice. Mark is also our Runner of the Week (his marathon PR is a 2:46, so how could he not be be the Runner of the Week?!). Also, don’t miss Serena Marie, RD’s top five tips on how to lose fat. Full Show Notes and More: http://www.therunninglifestyle.com/144-running-fun-laughter-w-mark-remy
Speed Training & Zone 2 Training with Meaghan Nana-Sinkam Do you ever wonder whether or not you would gain speed and lose weight if you trained differently? Everyday runner Meaghan Nana-Sinkam shares her running journey in Zone 2 training to build a base. She also chats about taking on a summer challenge to run faster through speed work. Serena Marie, RD, talks about fat loss and foods to eat or minimize eating to lose fat. Full Show Notes and More: http://www.therunninglifestyle.com/143-spe...
US Olympian marathoner, Desiree Linden, shares with Kari how she overcame an injury that resulted in a Did Not Finish (DNF) in the 2012 London Olympics. She also details how she qualified again for the 2016 Olympics. In addition, Des discusses mindset, the importance of cross training, and one of her favorite indulgences. Sports medicine doctor, David Webner, talks about what runners need to do to be able to have the gift of running as a lifestyle, and Serena Marie, RD, talks about the importanc...
One of Wisconsin’s most winningest high school girls running coaches, Chris Ramsey, shares his top coaching secrets which have led to fourteen combined state championships in girls’ cross country and track. His top two recommendations may surprise you, not to mention how his daughter placed eighth at the US Olympics Marathon Time Trials. You’ll also hear what Serena Marie, RD, recommends when it comes to carb requirements for men and women. Link to this episode on The Running Lifestyle Website: ...
Come and “party” with Serena Marie, RD, and Kari when they answer questions about chocolate, weight loss, podcasting, and grit. You’ll hear some things never discussed on air before and a lot of giggling. Celebrate good times, come on! It’s a celebration! As Kool and the Gang sings. We’re celebrating the second birthday of The Running Lifestyle Show. Come join me and our go-to, real-food dietitian, Serena Marie, RD, when we answer listeners’ questions and reminisce about our favorites memories f...
Dan McConnell, a physical therapist, and Ironman, evaluates Kari’s gait and discusses what causes new and distance runners’ injuries. Runner of the Week, Juan Sepúlveda, shares his running journey, being a performer at Disney World, his secret place to run at Disney World, and a tip you probably don’t know about how to avoid the crowds. Serena Marie, RD, talks about all-things cherries. We’ve got a fun episode for you today (with a lot of segments taking place “on location”). Dan McConnell, a ph...
Today’s guest, Laura Novak, is here to share how she uses running to fuel her life as a business owner, mom, wife, and leader. Laura’s mindset, ambitions, and business acumen will show how competing with yourself really helps you live a purposeful life. You’ll hear “golden nuggets” such as “limiting yourself when competing with others,” “how not to be stuck in perfectionism,” and “doing less, better.” Serena Marie, RD, and I discuss why smoothies don’t fill up some people (including us!), bullet...
Kari reconnects with friends who are like a brother, a sister, and mentors all rolled into one. Anna Vocino shares how she has worked through fear, shame, and vulnerability as a voice-over professional, co-host of the Angriest Trainer podcast, comedian, and cookbook author. Vinnie Tortorich, “the other half of the Angriest Trainer podcast,” talks about how podcasting has affected his life. Serena Marie, RD, recommends nutrient-dense breakfasts. Featured Guests and Runners of the Week: Anna Vocin...
Kari offers running tips to well-known comedian, Dan Nainan, who’s looking to become a runner. They also talk about how Dan cheated death recently and about his upcoming running journey. Go-to-, real-food dietitian, Serena Marie, RD, answers a listener’s question about salt and electrolytes. Kari shares some breaking news regarding the City of Brotherly Love! How do you pursue your passion and still be realistic? How do you do something you love by making a major shift in your life (whether it b...
Kari interviews a mother-daughter trio who ran the relay portion of the Delaware Marathon Running Festival in May 2016. They talk about the mother-daughter relationship, how running is a gift, and how we can share running with our families. They also chat about how it’s never too late to try something new, body image in regard to how to raise daughters, and being present in moments you know you’ll have for the rest of your life. Kari and Serena Marie, RD, talk about “outside grocery stores” and ...
Kari captures post-race interviews and stories with four inspirational runners after the Big Day 5K sponsored by Empowered Yoga. Kari and Serena Marie, RD, chat about Kari’s experience as a race announcer at a triathlon in Maryland, as well as protein powder recommendations. Support is so important—and we don’t mean sports bras!—when it comes to following your running dreams. From the logistics of getting ready for an early morning race or needing that pick me up at the halfway point in your rac...
Featured Guest, psychiatrist Norman E. Rosenthal, who coined the term Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), joins Kari to talk about SAD, transcendental meditation, and mindfulness. Runner of the Week, Erica Barton shares how she went from couch potato to marathoner—all while being legally blind. Serena Marie, RD, talks about the benefits potato skins (not the appetizer!). Kari and Serena talk about parsnip chips and kettlebells in this week’s installment of Gratitude Jar. Pssst! Want to learn how ...
Kari hangs out with go-to, real-food dietitian, Serena Marie, RD, and physical therapist and yoga teacher, Joanne Ambrogi to gab about March’s Book Club book Super Genes: Unlock the Astonishing Power of Your DNA for Optimum Health and Well-Being. Runner of the Week, Kelly Martin, shares her experience running with her dog, Mya. Want in on a little secret? We’ve found the modern-day manual of how to live! Are you stuck with your genetic destiny and you think there’s nothing you can do about it? O...
Happy Global Running Day ! The day has finally come to take inspiration from The Running Lifestyle Show and put it into action! We’ve pleased to announce the inaugural The Running Lifestyle Camp ! What is The Running Lifestyle Camp? You (and only YOU) get to decide what success and happiness is to you (not what the Joneses say, but YOU) It is a fun-filled, nine-week, eighteen-session camp. We offer two live Zoom sessions per week—on Mondays (Monday Night Campfire Motivation) from 8–8:45 p.m. EST...
Kari interviews friend, Featured Guest, and Runner of the Week, Rebecca Clark, with whom she ran the 2012 Marine Corps Marathon (first marathons for each). Kari and Rebecca share how they trained for this marathon amidst full-time jobs, family life, and friendship. Go-to, real-food dietitian, Serena Marie, RD, shares her tip on what to do when you overbuy fruits and veggies. Featured Guest and Runner of the Week: Rebecca Clark Rebecca Clark explains how she trained for her first marathon with tw...
Author Laura Vanderkam explains how people truly do have more time than we think for what matters most to us if we make wise time management decisions. Go-to, real-food, dietitian Serena Marie, RD, offers her favorite and smartest food picks when dining out. Featured Guest and Runner of the Week: Author Laura Vanderkam Mother of four, runner, and full-time author Laura Vanderkam joins Kari to chat about how we truly do have time for what matters most to us if we examine our time management wisel...
Neurologist Elena Frid, MD, discusses the latest Lyme disease findings, Lyme misinformation, how to protect yourself against Lyme disease, and how to treat ongoing Lyme symptoms. Serena Marie, RD, explains how to become a fat-adapted runner and how to transition away from fueling with carbohydrates. Featured Guest: Elena Frid, MD Pleate note: Always consult your physician. The following interview is not intended to replace the advice of your physician or medical care provider. The mid-Atlantic, ...
Veterinarian and author Dr. Ernie Ward, DVM, CVFT, talks about why all dog breeds may make good running partners, the proper way to run away from a dog if you think he or she is about to attack, the importance of vaccinations, and Lyme disease. Serena Marie, RD, shares some of her favorite unique vegan/vegetarian protein options. Featured Guest and Runner of the Week: Dr. Ernie Ward North Carolinian, University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine graduate, Dr. Ernie Ward , (who also happen...
Author Margaret Webb (of Older, Faster, Stronger: What Women Runners Can Teach Us All About Living Younger, Longer ) returns to talk about race etiquette, body image, and ways to live a healthier, longer running lifestyle. Serena Marie, RD, and Kari fill the Gratitude Jar this week and also talk about what stress and cortisol levels do to the body. Serena recaps the Eileen C. Dugan Memorial 5K that she recently ran, and Kari updates listeners on her back injury. Featured Guest: Author Margaret W...
Ashley Reaver, RD, from Inside Tracker , talks about how endurance athletes monitor their biochemical and physical markers and how you can too. Go-to, real-food dietitian Serena Marie, RD, talks about blood sugar and a new product that can help monitor your blood sugar levels. She also discusses pre-prediabetes. Runner of the Week, Marla Lenox, talks about why she started running, and how her running has influenced others. She also provides a race recap of the Big Beach Marathon in Gulf Shores, ...
Artist Ann Rea, talks about her experiences with anxiety/depression and how running and art are therapeutic. Go-to, real-food dietitian, Serena Marie, RD, and Kari discuss the scale—how to interpret the scale’s reading, why to take body measurements to track your progress, and how to view and approach the scale healthfully. Kari also shares some of her experiences with being a former Weight Watchers facilitator and how to deal with the scale. Finally, Kari shares some information about San Franc...
Dr. John Ratey, expert on the correlation between brain activity and how it’s important for us to move our bodies, discusses seven ways to take control of your life, along with the link between depression and sugar, being responsible for our own well-being, and the benefits of exercise. Serena Marie, RD, talks about foods that are great for brain health. Featured Guest: Dr. John Ratey Harvard psychiatrist and foremost authority when it comes to the brain and exercise, Dr. John Ratey, discusses t...
Listen to a recorded Periscope broadcast with Kari and Jeff Paladina, who also comes on the show to share his running journey and why he created the running meet up in Mechanicsburg (a suburb of Harrisburg, PA) with the River Runners group . Several runners from the Fleet Feet store in Mechanicsburg are also featured, and they talk about the gift of running and some of their most memorable races and running advice. Dr. Marjorie Dejoie, MD, returns to the podcast to discuss how this winter has af...
Featured guest and Runner of the Week, Kim Stemple, gives listeners an update on her health and her organization We Finish Together since her last appearance on TRLS in November and since her story went viral through Runner’s World and social media. Go-to, real-food dietitian Serena Marie, RD, talks about the importance of being mindful and having conversations during mealtimes. Kari and Serena also get deep and discuss gratitude. Featured Guest and Runner of the Week: Kim Stemple Kim Stemple, p...
Kari and friends sit down for the February Book Club book report on Better Than Before: What I Learned About Making and Breaking Habits—to Sleep More, Quit Sugar, Procrastinate Less, and Generally Build a Happier Life by Gretchen Rubin. Serena Marie, RD, talks about how the four tendencies in Rubin’s book help drive the food choices that we make. Also, Serena Marie and Kari do a Side Stitch by Ginny headband product review. Jabra Jiven’ Jabra, a TRLS show sponsor, is giving away a pair of Pulse ...
Runners of the Week and featured guests, Tom Kreider and daughter Kristen, give pre- and post-race stories/reviews of their recent Disney races in January 2016. Serena Marie takes off her registered dietitian hat and reviews Sparkle Skirts, alongside dear TRLS friend Tracy Slayton. Kari also chats with Serena and shares her fun weekend meet up experience. Featured Guests and Runners of the Week: Tom and Kristen Kreider Tom Kreider, top individual donor to Kari and Serena’s Action for Healthy Kid...
Co-founder of The Ebco and trend consultant, Kalyn Rozanski, stops by to offer a glimpse into the latest trends of running and living a running lifestyle. Serena Marie, RD talks about what prebiotics and probiotics are, why we need them, and how to get probiotics in if you are staying away from dairy. And Runner of the Week, Jen Mitchell, chats about how her running evolved from a motivator to lose weight into the lifelong gift of running. Featured Guest: Kalyn Rozanski Kari speaks to trend rese...
