Meet Cait Keen. She’s a runner but also a dog mom, career woman, Tiktok creator (go follow her), and all around badass. Some of her running accomplishments include qualifying for the 2020 Olympic marathon trials and winning the Cincinnati Flying Pig marathon…. twice. Kelly was so excited to get to talk with Cait after following her journey for over a year on social media. Cait and Kelly chatted all about: Her running journey Importance of trusting your coach Planning for the long term Striving f...
Nov 02, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 41
Meet Coach JK McLeod, host of the Help Me Understand podcast and certified neurotype training coach. I connected with JK through some of our favorite podcasters, Joy and Claire, and had the pleasure of being on his podcast. [ Listen to that here ] JK and I chatted all about: JK’s short stint with running Assumption that distance runners don’t strength train Getting into fitness after 30 Turning an unexpected situation into an opportunity The importance of building the habit Finding coaching and ...
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 40
If you've been wanting to add strength to your training plan, this episode is for you! In this episode, Kelly dives into more specifics about how you would build your own strength program to complement your running. As she mentioned in last episode, these 2 episodes (eps 38 and 39) are only a drop in the bucket of all of the ins and outs of strength training, but this should be a good starting point. Kelly also answers some of the questions she received from her IG audience around the topic. If ...
Oct 12, 2022•36 min•Ep. 39
It’s no secret that Kelly personally loves strength training and thinks it is a vital part of a training routine. There are lots of discussions within the running space about whether strength training is beneficial for running or not. In her opinion, these discussions take a very narrow focus when most of us should be thinking broader. In this episode, Kelly dives into: why I think we should all be strength training considerations I make when adding it into training busting some myths. Stay tune...
Sep 28, 2022•30 min•Ep. 38
This week on the podcast, Kelly recaps her 32nd birthday weekend challenge! Kelly talks about why she chose this challenge, how it went, what she took away from it and answered your questions from instagram. Enjoy! Sign up for the group trail run list: https://mailchi.mp/coachingklutz/local-group-trail-run Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28 Running coaching interest form CONNECT WITH Kelly: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachingklutz/ TikTok: https://www...
Sep 14, 2022•31 min•Ep. 37
This week I have a very important conversation with fellow trail and ultra coach, Jessica Schnier, about diversity (or the lack of) in trail and ultra running. Jess and I chatted all about: How she got into running and ultrarunning Coaches of Color Initiative Safety & accessibility of trail running UTMB coverage & issues Representation in the media and with brands What we’d like to see from brands Lack of diversity follow through since 2020 Recognizing our privilege Making everyone feel ...
Sep 07, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 36
This week on the podcast I have a really special conversation for you. I got to talk to someone I met at the Endeavorun retreat a few weeks ago who is just a great human. Meet Diane Miller: the “unlikely athlete”. Diane and I chatted all about: Her journey with running and writing (including getting back into running at 49) Discovering her inner competitor Her current writing projects (read her blog here ) The parallels between the two and other aspects of your life Following your passions no ma...
Aug 31, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 35
In this solo pod, Kelly talks about something that's been on her mind lately - grappling with the label of 'ultrarunner' when you've run an ultra before but aren't currently training for one. She also touches a bit on what she IS training for and what her current running goals are. Enjoy this short stream of consciousness episode! Sign up for the group trail run list: https://mailchi.mp/coachingklutz/local-group-trail-run Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28 CONN...
Aug 25, 2022•11 min•Ep. 34
This week Kelly is joined on the podcast by Jingyun Fan, cofounder of sleep startup Shuni. Jingyun's goal with Shuni is to help people sleep better! Sleep is immensely important, especially for athletes. Kelly and Jingyun dive into how Jingyun became interested in sleep, the link between burnout and sleep, what Jingyun thinks about sleep tracker data, the 6 principles of good sleep, how Shuni helps those with insomnia, practical tips on how to improve your sleep quality and so much more. Please ...
Aug 24, 2022•54 min•Ep. 33
Back with a solo episode this week, Kelly talks about her experience at the Endeavorun Retreat this past weekend in Boulder, CO. This episode gets surprisingly vulnerable as Kelly talks about her mindset going into the retreat, what she wanted to get out of it, what she struggled with, and what happened after a pivotal moment in the weekend. RSVP for the August 20th group trail run: https://calendly.com/coachingklutz/group-trail-run Sign up for the group trail run email list: https://mailchi.mp/...
Aug 10, 2022•42 min•Ep. 32
In this amazing conversation with nurse practitioner and health coach Elizabeth Knight, we talk all about health coaching: what it is, how it differs from the healthcare system, and how runners can benefit from it. We also talk about how Elizabeth got into running (and ultrarunning!), the pros every runner needs in their corner, the 7 core areas of athletic health, inclusivity in healthcare, and so much more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a review and rating wherever you lis...
Jul 27, 2022•56 min•Ep. 31
This week, I had the pleasure of talking to one of my favorite running coaches who I’ve looked up to for years, Megan Roche. You may know her from SWAP running or the SWAP podcast that she hosts with her husband, David Roche. Or maybe you know her from their book, The Happy Runner. And if you don’t know Megan, she is also an amazing runner herself, coach, MD, PHD candidate in epidemiology and one of the most positive, supportive people I’ve ever met. Here are some of the topics you can expect in...
Jul 13, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 30
This week, I had the pleasure of talking to one of my favorite Tiktokers, Mak Smith. Mak is an elite athlete, engineer, podcaster, Tiktok star, life coach and absolute joy of a human. In this mega episode, we covered so many topics, including her decision to leave corporate America (and how she prepared for that), money mindset, feeling safe while being alone on the road & trail, being a woman in STEM, how she deals with negativity, her upcoming adventures, and so much more. This conversatio...
Jun 29, 2022•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 29
In this episode, I announce the winner of the giveaway (BIG THANKS to everyone who left a review - I love you all), talk about what’s been going on over here & what’s to come this summer, rant about social media, and go over a race recap of the Bolder Boulder from last week. Sign up for the group trail run list: https://mailchi.mp/coachingklutz/local-group-trail-run Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28 CONNECT WITH ME: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coaching...
Jun 08, 2022•25 min•Ep. 28
This week, I’m joined by DPT Sarah Ceschin of Boulder Sports Physic to answer all of your physical therapist questions! We talk about what a physical therapist does, when you should see one, how to tell if a pain is normal or not, our opinions on some hot topics including stretching, foam rolling, ice baths and heel lifts/insoles, and so much more. Enjoy my conversation with Sarah, and if you’re near Boulder and looking for a PT, go see her at PR Sports Labs! CONNECT WITH SARAH: Instagram: https...
Jun 01, 2022•59 min•Ep. 27
Last week I talked about the first 6 training mistakes that I see from my list of 12 common mistakes, and today is the final 6! Want to win one of my running programs, merch or a coaching call? Leave a review for this podcast by June 10 for your chance to win! I'll be announcing the winner on the podcast (likely June 15), so be sure to listen and see if you won. Do you have a story you want to share about your running or life with running? If so, I want to have you on the podcast! I love my educ...
May 25, 2022•22 min•Ep. 26
I asked what you all wanted to hear about and overwhelmingly the response was the top training mistakes that I see as a coach and from being an athlete myself for years. I narrowed it down to 12 common mistakes that I see (though I could probably extend this list tbh) and talk about the first 6 in this week’s episode. I procrastinated recording this and ran out of time, so you’ll have to wait until next week to hear the second 6. :) Do you have a story you want to share about your running or lif...
May 18, 2022•26 min•Ep. 25
This week, I’m joined by Mental Strength Coach & Sports Psychology Consultant Lucie Hanes from Inside Out Athlete. We talk about the mental aspect of running, the value of mental strength, tips for dealing with the common running situations (injury, DNF/DNS, pain caves, etc), and the importance of viewing yourself as a whole human with respect to your sport(s) and your other passions. This conversation is SO FREAKING GOOD, and I hope you love it as much as I do. CONNECT WITH LUCIE: Instagram...
May 11, 2022•52 min•Ep. 24
In part 1, we covered the basics of nutrition (make sure to listen to that one before this week’s!). In part 2, we dive into the specifics of fueling around long runs and races. You'll also hear about our obsession with pickles and which app we wish would go away forever. This episode is chock full of great information for all runners out there. Connect with Caitlin: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtbagnutritionist/ Book a 15 min clarity call: https://calendly.com/cvhnutrition/clarity We...
May 04, 2022•49 min•Ep. 23
This week, I have my first guest, Caitlin Holmes, on the show! Caitlin is a certified nutrition specialist who works with athletes. I worked with her in 2021 on my nutrition while I was training for my 50k and can’t recommend her enough to anyone looking for help with their nutrition. We actually recorded for so long in our interview that I had to split it up into two podcast episodes. This week in part 1 we go over the basics of nutrition and how it relates to running, focusing on protein, carb...
Apr 27, 2022•53 min•Ep. 22
I'M BAAAACK! This first week I go over tips on how to create and execute a good training plan. Enjoy! Want to hear about a specific topic or from a specific person? Let me know here . CONNECT WITH ME: TikTok: @ coachingklutz Instagram: @ coachingklutz Website: https://www.coachingklutz.com/ Email: kelly@coachingklutz.com...
Apr 20, 2022•23 min•Ep. 21
Welcome back to season 2! Here is a little preview of what to expect this season, along with why I changed the name of the podcast from What's What with Klutz to The Multifaceted Athlete with Coaching Klutz. I'm so glad you're here! Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28 CONNECT WITH ME: TikTok: @coachingklutz Instagram: @coachingklutz Website: https://www.coachingklutz.com/ Email: kelly@coachingklutz.com...
Mar 22, 2022•2 min
I intended to record one more episode, but I’ve been putting it off for too long, so that's a wrap for season 1! I'll be back with more episodes in the future for season 2, but in the meantime... CONNECT WITH ME: Join my email list: https://mailchi.mp/a9273bb0a8d1/subscribe Instagram: @coachingklutz (https://www.instagram.com/coachingklutz/ ) Website: https://www.coachingklutz.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/coachingklutz Email: kelly@coachingklutz.com...
Nov 09, 2021•2 min
I wasn't planning on recording this episode, but I was FIRED UP from a post I saw on Instagram, insinuating that you had to be able to run a certain distance in order to train for another distance. Specifically, this post said you should "definitely run a marathon first" before running an ultra. Let's talk about the issues with this advice and how to actually know if you're ready to train for a 50k. READ THE BLOG: https://coachingklutz.com/2021/10/28/how-to-know-if-youre-ready-to-train-for-an-ul...
Oct 28, 2021•17 min•Ep. 20
This episode is a follow-up from last week's episode with Chelsea Murn. On this solo podcast, I dive into your questions around running and climbing, including how to schedule both in one week, how to maintain one while focusing on the other and my thoughts on rest day activities. I mainly talk about running and climbing, but these concepts and advice can apply to any two sports that you're trying to plan into your training weeks and cycles. If you like this episode, let me know, and share with ...
Oct 07, 2021•28 min•Ep. 19
In this episode, Chelsea of Lady Beta Coaching interviewed me about the parallels between running and climbing, training for a 50k, the importance of food & rest, and much more. Enjoy! Connect with Chelsea: IG: @ladybeta.coaching ( https://www.instagram.com/ladybeta.coaching/ ) Website: ladybetacoaching.com ( https://www.ladybetacoaching.com/ ) CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @coachingklutz (https://www.instagram.com/coachingklutz/ ) Website: https://www.coachingklutz.com/ Patreon: https://www.p...
Sep 29, 2021•35 min•Ep. 18
On this bonus episode, Kelly talks about the anxiety she's been dealing with lately around her wedding dress and trail running/being alone. Use code KELLYLUTZ10 to get 10% a She's Birdie: www.shesbirdie.com Connect with Kelly: Instagram Email Website Patreon...
Sep 15, 2021•21 min
This episode is inspired by my newest program READY TO RUN and some questions that my friend Wendy had while reviewing the content! Wendy was wondering if it's okay for newer runners to run on trails from the start, if trails are considered more advanced, when I would recommend running on trail vs road, how to know if a trail is technical, and the difference between surfaces for running. If you're interested in READY TO RUN and are listening on Monday 8/30, today is the LAST DAY to get on the wa...
Aug 30, 2021•10 min
You may be surprised to learn that there once was a time that I hated running with a burning passion.... and now I willingly sign up for ultras? Yup. This podcast is all about how I went from hating running and not being able to run a mile to falling in love with it and now running 31. If you want to be the first to know when Ready to Run is available (and when the waitlist opens to snag that discount...), make sure you're signed up for my email list ! Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/...
Aug 18, 2021•26 min•Ep. 17
This week I talk about some mental hurdles in running based on some questions I’ve gotten. The two main questions I address are how to mentally get yourself to keep running instead of stopping and how to deal with the mental hurdle of getting back into a routine when you're no longer at your peak. Enjoy! Join my email list Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/coachingklutz https://www.patreon.com/coachingklutz kelly@coachingklutz.com www.coachingklutz.com...
Aug 11, 2021•23 min•Ep. 16
