It's summertime and that means 5k/10k road race season, all-comers track meets, and base training for fall marathons and cross country. In Mile 32 we rank our top 3 favorite training runs we couldn't live without. The ones that you can use at any time of year or any phase of training. The indispensable workouts we would go to if we could only pick 3 forms of running for the rest of our competitive lives. Enjoy!
For many of us, running provides greater significance than simple exercise. It is an emotional outlet, a meditative sanctuary, a place for oneness with community and nature. And in seasons of struggle or change running might be our anchor as we are adrift in an otherwise unsettled sea. For JD Shaw, the crossroads of running and faith guided him through his life’s ultimate challenge. As a musician diagnosed with vocal chord cancer, JD faced losing his career and uncertainty about his long-term he...
In our special edition update of the distance running world we dive into three major events of the past ten days: The incredible performances at the front of the pack in the London Marathon, the announcement of a second attempt at the two hour marathon barrier, and the new 50 Mile World Record at Hoka's ultramarathon Project Carbon X. We are unable to contain our excitement as Eliud Kipchoge, Jim Walmsley, Emily Sisson, Mo Farah, and a cast of thousands made 26.2+ miles the center of the sportin...
This weekend's London Marathon boasts one of the greatest entry lists ever seen in marathoning. Will it be the best race ever? Find out all the reasons to watch, get our picks, and hear our breakfast of choice for a London viewing party. Plus, we share some nominees for current holder of the title, "Greatest Race Ever".
Every marathoner knows the dedication and sacrifice required to train and race. For many this holds even greater significance after qualifying for the legendary Boston Marathon. After we cover the highlights of the men's and women's races, Travis shares his journey through a buildup and race marked by challenges and adversity. We hope the experience will help inspire you in preparation for your next race!
It's time for a potpourri of all things running as we take you through Ben's recent racing experiences, the Georgia Death Race, a Boston Marathon preview, our updated reading and podcast recommendations, and more!
USA Indoor Long Jump Champ Kate Hall joins the program this week. Kate also finished second in the 60 meter dash and holds the national high school long jump record. Starting at minute 10, listen to Kate's journey through her first professional season and how her experience with Type I Diabetes impacts her career. Also, stay tuned after the interview for details on a huge giveaway from our sponsor Run ln! Follow Kate's blog at: https://katehall2043.wixsite.com/jumpblog/blog-1 Instagram: @katehal...
Marie Kernell has guided St. Joseph's High School to 11 consecutive state cross country championships. She joins the program beginning in minute 13 for a discussion about creating a culture of winning in running, coaching, leadership, and life.
After a series of near misses, former Greenville Track Club Elite athlete Ryan Root posted a massive personal best while earning the Trials Marathon Standard in Houston. Ryan takes us through the action split by split and shares his story of rising from relative running obscurity to triumph through dedication and perseverance.
This week we discuss incorporating fartlek running into your training plan for races from sprints to marathons. We have detailed workouts for hills, alternations, timed fartleks and more! But first we breakdown recent results from 2019's first big road race at Houston, Travis shares highlights from his racing trip to Austin, and we preview some exciting competition at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix.
From purpose to goal setting to reflection and more we offer advice for making 2019 your best running year yet. Starting from scratch? Hoping to race a longer distance? Setting your sights on a new personal best? Before you dive into the nuts and bolts of training, tune in for some experience-based direction toward success.
In our final episode of 2018 we bring you all the best of the year: shoes, races, performers, podcast moments, and more. Plus, we look ahead to what awaits the running world in 2019. Send us your best of 2018 and any topics/questions for 2019 at secondsflatpodcast@gmail.com
Professional runner Austin Steagall joins the program and shares his running journey. With a recent trip to the USATF 5k Road Championships and a new 8k best of 22:59, Austin has emerged as one of the top distance runners in the Southeast. He gives us fascinating insights into his history of success, struggle, and perseverance. Austin's interview is full of experiences every runner can relate to in some way and use for improvement.
Travis is back from the California International Marathon, and, after wrapping up recent race results, we get into a detailed CIM race report at the 17 minute mark. What went well? What went wrong? What did training look like? And what were the highlights of the trip? Tune in to find out!
Our roundtable is back for more trail talk ranging from our best advice for first time trail runners to the intricacies of crewing an ultra. Also, we wrap up all the action from last weekend's NCAA Championships and look ahead to the US Marathon Championships at California International Marathon.
Our friends Dane, John, Kyle, and Scott join the show for a roundtable conversation of all things trail running. The first half of that discussion begins in minute 27. Off the top we wrap up the NYC Marathon then dive into our preview of the NCAA Cross Country Championships. We make individual and team championship picks and go all in with a high stakes gentleman's wager.
With a loaded women's field the anticipation for NYC 2018 is unrivaled among this year's World Marathon Majors for ladies. We dive into the competition and give you predictions for both the men and women. Plus, Galen Rupp's injury, a new Canadian marathon record, and a recap of NCAA XC conference championship action.
With her new book--Essential Sports Nutrition: A Guide to Optimal Performance for Every Active Person--releasing, Ironman, sports dietician, coach, and author Marni Sumbal dropped by to discuss all things sport nutrition. We take a peak inside the cover and share advice on fueling before, during, and after training. Plus, we share some of Marni's favorite recipes! To order your copy visit: https://www.amazon.com/Essential-Sports-Nutrition-Optimal-Performance/dp/1641521694/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&...
After a brief Fall recess we are back with a wrap up of recent record breaking road racing action as well as NCAA XC Pre-Nationals. Starting in minute 28 we outline basic principles and sample exercises you can use in the weight room on your quest for a new personal best!
The 2018 Chicago Marathon, featuring the much anticipated showdown between stars Galen Rupp and Mo Farah, has finally arrived. We analyze the races for both men and women and give our predictions. Plus, NCAA cross country heated up this past weekend at the Nuttycombe Invite in Madison, Wisconsin. We give you all the highlights.
Tapering, Nutrition, Warmups, and more...We discuss the key elements of race planning for 13.1 and 26.2 miles in the fourth episode of our training series. Listen for tips you can apply toward success in your upcoming race!
You asked and we listened! After hearing your questions about long runs we unpack our answers in the third installment of our Fall Half Marathon and Marathon Training Series. Plus, we have a new Marathon World Record. We breakdown Eliud Kipchoge's scintillating performance in Berlin.
This week we continue our training series with an in-depth look at the long run. We consider the key principles of how far, how fast, and how often in helping you craft better long runs for your training. Plus we make predictions for the upcoming Berlin Marathon and we have a special offer at the end of the episode for listeners who email us at: secondsflatpodcast@gmail.com.
In the first edition of our multi-episode Fall Marathon & Half Marathon training series we explore the benefits of using tempo runs. But what exactly is a tempo run? And how can you best execute it in training? We discuss those questions and more. Resources referenced in this episode: VO2 Max Pacing Chart -- http://www.ustfccca.org/assets/symposiums/2015/DISTANCE-Stanley-Symposium-2015.pdf Tinman Running Calculator -- http://www.runfastcoach.com/calc2/ Steve Magness Blog -- http://www.scienc...
As NCAA cross country season gets underway we welcome Furman Coach Robert Gary to the show. Coach Gary leads the nationally-ranked Paladins in their quest for another Southern Conference title and national championship meet appearance. He shares his vision for the program, previews the fall campaign, discusses training philosophy, and reminisces about his two Olympic steeplechase appearances.
With cross country and fall marathon season right around the corner we analyze the biggest mistakes we've seen (and made) over years of running, and share advice for smarter, healthier, more efficient training and racing.
Professor Bill Pierce of Furman joins us for a training conversation centered around his famous Run Less, Run Faster program (interview begins at minute 28). And in honor of the recently announced high stakes, head-to-head golf grudge match between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson, we unveil our track & field and road racing dream matchups.
We are back from summer break! So much has happened in the running world in July and Ben opens the show with an update on American records, coaching changes, and more. Then we hear about his marathon debut at the daunting Grandfather Mountain Marathon in Boone, NC. For our main course we share ideas on when and how to return from a running hiatus. Have you been injured, sick, overstressed, overworked, or lacking motivation? We help you find the best course for a successful comeback.
25k American Record holder Christo Landry joins the podcast and shares stories from his accomplished road racing career. Christo describes his record breaking day as well as his victories in the US 10 Mile and Half Marathon Championships. What advice does he have for distance runners? And what is it like experiencing the passion and pageantry of Japanese ekiden relay racing? Hear Christo answer those questions and more!
Need a book for your summer getaway? We go through our running-related favorites and give recommendations for every type of reader. Next, it's World Cup fantasy draft time with some twists. We pick our top running destination trips to World Cup countries and also create teams of the best runners from these countries. Listen and join the fun for your chance at a Run In gift card.
