Y’all it’s episode 100!! I’m so excited that my conversation with Kiera Smalls coincided with the 100th episode. Kiera is the executive director of the Running Industry Diversity Coalition and is making an immense impact in the running space. We chat about her personal journey from being introduced to (or “forced into” as she jokingly says) running to becoming the Executive Director of RIDC. We also discuss the organization's initiatives in encouraging more Black, Indigenous, and other People of...
Jan 24, 2024•56 min•Ep. 100
In this solo episode, the host recounts her experience of partaking in the Carlsbad 5K race in San Diego, drawing comparisons with her performance the previous year. Coming into the race after an injury and with a different training regimen, she attributes her near-similar time to consistency and cross training. The host finishes the episode by expressing a desire to focus on 5K speed and a preference for sea level races. Enjoy! 01:55 Recalling Last Year's Race Experience 03:33 Preparation and E...
Jan 17, 2024•43 min•Ep. 99
In this episode, I cover a personal Q&A by answering questions from my Instagram followers! I touch on my transition from a 9 to 5 job to self-employment and invite listeners to send in questions about this topic. I shares an update about 'Birdie', our newly adopted cat, and our experiences in blending our cat family. I then talk about my coaching business and hopes for it in the future. Lastly, I answers personal questions about my favorite trail to run, my favorite strength-training lift, ...
Jan 10, 2024•33 min•Ep. 98
This week, after some quick 2023 reflections and 2024 intentions, we're talking about choosing races and putting them into an annual plan. The most important aspect of an annual training plan is choosing which races to prioritize, as these are the anchor for the year. Enjoy! CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email...
Jan 03, 2024•28 min•Ep. 97
In this episode, Elizabeth Knight, an integrative health coach and a nurse practitioner, returns for a third time on the podcast to discuss navigating the healthcare system as a runner. Elizabeth and Kelly delve into their own experiences of injury, recovery, and medical care, reflecting on the necessity of patient advocacy and patience. They explore different routes of care such as primary care, physical therapy, and consulting with a sports dietician, and chat about the difference between bone...
Dec 27, 2023•56 min•Ep. 96
Today I'm joined by my business coach, Michelle Lake! If you're curious about coaching in the endurance world, you'll want to listen to this one. Join us as we chat about: Michelle’s athletic background - from swimming to triathlon Falling in love with triathlon How she started coaching triathletes Signs you may not want to be a coach How going full time in coaching changed her relationship to sport Shifting into business coaching The progression of endurance coaching as a profession Breaking do...
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 95
I did Garmin's guided lactate threshold test last week. Let's talk about it! - what is lactate threshold (LT) and why would we test for it - how LT is tested in a lab setting - Garmin's guided test - how I'll be using it Enjoy! CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28...
Dec 13, 2023•23 min•Ep. 94
I am SO EXCITED for my guest this week - Diane Lauren! Diane is an avid runner and also a software engineer in tech. We got connected in social media a while ago, and somehow this conversation was the first time we chatted "in person." This conversation felt to me like two friends catching up, and I hope you enjoy coming along with us. Some topics we chat about: How Diane got into software engineering How Diane got into running Walking onto the XC team in college How starting running later helpe...
Dec 06, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 93
A short lil episode for you today - some thoughts about experimenting with your training, inspired by Parker Valby's training methodology. Enjoy! CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28...
Nov 29, 2023•16 min•Ep. 92
Do you love women's cross country like I do? Well, good. That's what we're talking about today! Specifically: the NCAA DI championships that occurred this past weekend, Parker Valby vs Katelyn Tuohy, NC State vs NAU, and my experience walking onto the DI cross country team at Hofstra in 2010. Enjoy! Watch the 2023 race: https://youtu.be/uhVdG4vRDbY?si=JML0heKBi1fU-69_ CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email Podcast topic/inter...
Nov 22, 2023•29 min•Ep. 91
This week on What's What with Klutz #11, I chat about 3 main topics that are top of mind for me: - intrusive thoughts that cropped up from not being able to run as much - goal setting with competing goals - the NCAA XC showdown this weekend between Parker Valby and Katelyn Tuohy Note: when I was talking about the race where Parker beat Katelyn, I said it was the ACC championships, but it was the Nuttycombe Invite. Apologies! Watch the 2022 NCAA championships: https://youtu.be/vK_Gp7CcNYQ?si=bzwX...
Nov 15, 2023•24 min•Ep. 90
Today, Jake Tuber joins me on the podcast! Jake founded the Endeavorun retreats, which is where we met a little over a year ago. He's also an injured runner who has been dealing with injury for over 4 years. We spend this episode chatting about: Dealing with an injury for 4+ years Grappling with the loss of running Dealing with feeling angry, bitter, jealous and resentful Being a dad to 2 girls Running vs racing Being competitive as an amateur athlete Favorite track and field events and athletes...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 89
I debated not recording a podcast this week but remembered that I committed to staying consistent, just like I preach for my runners! I chat through my feelings about staying consistent with content creation vs running and the progress (however small) of my foot injury. Enjoy! CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28...
Nov 01, 2023•30 min•Ep. 88
Spoiler alert: it's probably less than you think. I'm big on helping runners break into ultramarathons, and one of the biggest barriers is how much time per week you need to train for one. Many assume that you need 8+ hours per week to run a 50k, and that's just not true. I break down how long you need to train for a 50k, a good starting point before training, and take you through a typical training block progression leading up to race day. Enjoy! CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subsc...
Oct 25, 2023•38 min•Ep. 87
It's less than 2 weeks after my ultra, so let's talk about recovering post race. I discuss my three different ultra races, how I went about recovery for each, and what I'm dealing with right now. Enjoy! Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28 CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email...
Oct 18, 2023•35 min•Ep. 86
I feel like I've been talking about the DC Peaks 50 forEVER, and the day finally arrived this past weekend. This race was....wild. And much harder than I could have ever anticipated. I ended up dropping at the mile 37.5 aid station and am really proud of how far I got and how long I was moving. Listen in to hear how the day went, why I DNFed, and how I feel now. CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email Podcast topic/interview r...
Oct 11, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 85
Join Alyssa and I as we chat about who we think an "athlete" is and why we think it's beneficial for you to identify as one if you're someone who participates in a sport! We chat about some reasons folks don't identify as athletes, our history with sports, gatekeeping in climbing and running, how social media affects who we consider to be an "athlete," benefits of identifying as an athlete, and more! Follow Alyssa on Instagram Work with Alyssa Follow Mack on TikTok (Slow Run September creator) C...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 84
I wasn't sure if I would get an episode out this week with my recent travel schedule, but WE DID IT! Today I chat about what's been top of mind lately: traveling during the taper period. Taper week could be a great time to go on a trip, and I also chat about some considerations to make when booking your travel. Enjoy! CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28...
Sep 27, 2023•19 min•Ep. 83
Someone recently asked me what I think of Garmin's AI after JK and I chatted about ChatGPT on LRL (linked below), so let's dive into it! I talk about my thoughts on Garmin's training load, load focus, training status and the daily suggested workouts based on Garmin's documentation, my coaching expertise, and my person experience with them. Enjoy! Garmin Training Status LRL Ep 6. Hype or Helpful? Morning Routines & AI in Fitness CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsl...
Sep 20, 2023•44 min•Ep. 82
Join me in this solo episode about all the runs: long, group and easy. I riff on how to make long runs less daunting, fitting in group/social runs into your training and shame around easy run paces. Enjoy! CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28...
Sep 13, 2023•33 min•Ep. 81
Lucie is back on the podcast today after an AMAZING debut 100 mile race at Leadville last month (she got second place!!). As her coach and friend, it was so special being there, and I can’t wait for you to hear her perspective on the day, preparation and aftermath. We chat about logistics going into the race (crew and pacers - how to choose), a section by section recap of what happened during all 23 hours of the race, how Lucie's dealing post race and more. If you haven't already, check out epis...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 80
Ahhh a weekend in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, relaxing and running.... 17 miles? I was originally signed up to run the 50k but dropped down last month due to one of my various niggles, and boy am I glad about that decision. Enjoy this recap of the Continental Divide Trail Run and the whole weekend in Steamboat! CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28...
Aug 30, 2023•59 min•Ep. 79
A solo episode about my experience crewing and pacing Lucie at the 2023 Leadville 100. Enjoy! CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28...
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 78
Join me on today's What's What with Klutz episode to chat about my frustrations and feelings around ultra training and dealing with a lack of motivation. CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBFqwFikPcW28...
Aug 16, 2023•27 min•Ep. 77
This week I welcome Drew Mulvey to the podcast to chat about fueling and RED-S. Drew is a board certified nutrition specialist and certified integrative sports nutritionist and has been through RED-S (relative energy deficiency in sport) herself. She's extremely passionate about helping female athletes transform their performance through individualized testing and whole foods. We chat about: Learning to use food as fuel Shifting perspective from external motivators to performance Getting diagnos...
Aug 09, 2023•51 min•Ep. 76
Join me in answering some listener questions this week! I answer: What are your thoughts on the proper way to increase volume (10% rule?)? How does cross training fit into that? How long should I take off of running after a race? Should a 7 min/mi runner and a 13 min/mile runner do the same length (distance) long runs? Have a question you want answered? Email it to me or ask me during Tuesday Q's Day over on Instagram! Baseline Mileage article Trail Runner Nation podcast with Jason Fitzgerald CO...
Aug 02, 2023•30 min•Ep. 75
In true What's What with Klutz fashion, today is all about some random topics that have been on my mind lately. On deck today is: Reflecting on 50 mile training and why I don't run ultras every year Dealing with running in the heat How is your sleep Reflecting on having access to all the data all the time Enjoy! 10% off Tri-Mag CONNECT WITH ME: Apply for run coaching Subscribe to my newsletter Instagram TikTok Website Email Podcast topic/interview requests: https://forms.gle/9P72CBF...
Jul 26, 2023•36 min•Ep. 74
Before you listen to this episode with Vivian, I highly recommend you listen to my previous conversation on diversity with Jess Schnier from last year. This week, Vivian Tang joins me for a very important discussion around diversity in trail running. There's been lots of chatter online around (the lack of) diversity in trail and ultra running following the coverage on the 2023 Western States 100. We wanted to get together to explore some of these topics and hopefully get some conversations going...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 73
This week I'm so excited to be joined by one of the cohosts of my favorite podcast, Joy Parrish! Joy is a cohost of This is Joy and Claire, a licensed professional mental health counselor, and a puppy raiser. When I first discovered Joy and Claire (formerly the Girls Gone WOD podcast), Joy was REALLY into Crossfit and fitness (she's run 4 marathons!). Through the years, her relationship with fitness has changed a lot, and that's exactly what we chat about today. We dive into: Her mindset around ...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 72
I'm so excited to be joined by Sarah Scozzaro for this episode! I invited Sarah to come on to talk about her recent experience (finally) running Western States 100 - something shes's been dreaming about for over a decade. We dive into: - The 10 year lead up to getting into States - How she approached race day - Her racing superpower - Focusing on having an “experience” rather than an “event” - Being fully present all day and having joy be the driver - The experience of finishing during Golden Ho...
Jul 05, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 71
