In this episode of "Coaching Bites" we take a deep dive how best to approach pre-race preparations and early race strategy. From the warm-up, drills, strides, starting line strategy, and early race pacing.

We have a new segment called "5 Questions presented by Running Warehouse." Here are links to a few of the shoes Matt mentioned:

ASICS Superblast

Saucony Endorphin Pro 3

Saucony Endorphin Elite

Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro


Sponsor:
This episode is sponsored by UCAN nutrition which is powered to deliver steady, long lasting energy without the spike and crash. Add in UCAN Hydrate to get those electrolytes that you need to stay hydrated. Finally, you've got to try the award winning Edge energy gels - they are my go-to on the run. You will get 20% of all of your orders at ucan.co with code RAMBLING.
_ _ _
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#537 - Coaching Bites: Keys to Starting a Race on the Right Foot

A podcast about dedicated and motivated amateur runners who are working hard to get better and achieving inspirational results.

Sports

Running

Seth Funderburg, an amazing coach with Run BMT in Orlando, FL, is the latest addition to the My Favorite Workout series. In this episode he details a speed day sessions and a hybrid tempo workout that hit a variety of paces and effort levels.
You can learn more about Seth at www.instagram.com/run__bmt.

Sponsors
ASICS - Check out my favorite footwear brand, and the new Metaspeed Sky and Edge Paris racers that are out and they are amazing! Check them out at www.asics.com.
If you are a running coach, or thinking of becoming one, check-out my business coach Michelle Lake on Instagram at www.instragram.com/coachmichellelake and her show, The Endurance Coachpreneur Podcast, for ways to improve your business and have a greater impact on your athletes.
Are you looking to work with a running coach? I am here for you! I've been working with runners of all ages and abilities for five years - from newer runners, masters runners looking to PR, and folks hoping to break 3:00 in the marathon. You can learn more by going to www.mckirdytrained.com, where I coach, or by emailing me at ramblingrunnerpodcast@gmail.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#621 - Seth Funderburg - My Favorite Workouts

Kelsi Chappell, an accomplished runner from Rhode Island, shares her journey in running, overcoming hurdles, and grabbing a new marathon PR of 2:49 two weeks ago.
She started running in high school and ran marathons with her dad. After running her first marathon, she qualified for the Boston Marathon, which sparked her passion for running. Despite not running in college, Kelsi continued to run as a way to bond with her son and cope with the challenges of being a young mom. She pursued her running goals while juggling responsibilities and credits her support system for helping her succeed.
Kelsi also faced setbacks, including a hip injury, but remained resilient and focused on her love for running. She discusses her experience with hip surgery and recovery, her mindset during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her recent marathon performances. She shares how she stayed mentally strong during her recovery and how she focused on her comeback, homeschooling her son, and writing children's books.
Kelsi also talks about the challenges of running multiple marathons in a short period of time and the emotional significance of running the Boston Marathon.
As a running coach and registered dietitian, she emphasizes the importance of fueling the body and addressing eating disorders in young athletes.
You can follow Kelsi at www.instagram.com/kelsichappell.

Sponsors
ASICS - Check out my favorite footwear brand, and the new Metaspeed Sky and Edge Paris racers that are out and they are amazing! Check them out at www.asics.com.
If you've thought about being a race director or a looking to improve your race director skill set, try the Pro Race Director Masterclass by Piper Ruiz. It cover everything, big and small, that RD's need to know and will set you up for success with your dream job - https://stan.store/rambling_runner.
Are you looking to work with a running coach? I am here for you! I've been working with runners of all ages and abilities for five years - from newer runners, masters runners looking to PR, and folks hoping to break 3:00 in the marathon. You can learn more by going to www.mckirdytrained.com, where I coach, or by emailing me at ramblingrunnerpodcast@gmail.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#620 - Kelsi Chappell: Embracing Challenges to Become Your Best Running Self

You have no idea what your potential is - none of us do. That isn't a negative. Instead, it's a HUGE positive with nearly unlimited opportunities.
In this episode you will hear about an amateur runner and a professional runner who weren't handicapped by trying to prognosticate what their future held or guesses about what they were/are capable of. Rather, they put that to the side and did what many folks would have assumed was improbable at best, and impossible at worst.

Sponsors
ASICS - Check out my favorite footwear brand, and the new Metaspeed Sky and Edge Paris racers that are out and they are amazing! Check them out at www.asics.com.
If you've thought about being a race director or a looking to improve your race director skill set, try the Pro Race Director Masterclass by Piper Ruiz. It cover everything, big and small, that RD's need to know and will set you up for success with your dream job - https://stan.store/rambling_runner.
Are you looking to work with a running coach? I am here for you! I've been working with runners of all ages and abilities for five years - from newer runners, masters runners looking to PR, and folks hoping to break 3:00 in the marathon. You can learn more by going to www.mckirdytrained.com, where I coach, or by emailing me at ramblingrunnerpodcast@gmail.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#619 - You Don't Know Your Potential

Peter Bromka, a 2:19 marathoner, coach, and one of the best writers in the running space, is the latest addition to the My Favorite Workout series. In this episode he details two speed day sessions that hit a variety of pace and effort levels.
You can learn more about Peter's coaching business at https://pbrunning.co and read is writing at https://www.peterbromka.com.

Sponsors
ASICS - Check out my favorite footwear brand, and the new Metaspeed Sky and Edge Paris racers that are out and they are amazing! Check them out at www.asics.com.
If you are a running coach, or thinking of becoming one, check-out my business coach Michelle Lake on Instagram at www.instragram.com/coachmichellelake and her show, The Endurance Coachpreneur Podcast, for ways to improve your business and have a greater impact on your athletes.
Are you looking to work with a running coach? I am here for you! I've been working with runners of all ages and abilities for five years - from newer runners, masters runners looking to PR, and folks hoping to break 3:00 in the marathon. You can learn more by going to www.mckirdytrained.com, where I coach, or by emailing me at ramblingrunnerpodcast@gmail.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#618 - Peter Bromka: My Favorite Workouts

Today on the podcast we are talking about time. Specifically, how we use the time we have, are we waiting for the "right time" to start (Fun Fact: the right time almost never materializes), and how a busy schedule can often lead to better results than wide open one.
At the end of the show we also talk about fueling long runs and races to stay in accordance with new carbohydrate consumption recommendations.

Sponsors
ASICS - Check out my favorite footwear brand, and the new Metaspeed Sky and Edge Paris racers that are out and they are amazing! Check them out at www.asics.com.
If you've thought about being a race director or a looking to improve your race director skill set, try the Pro Race Director Masterclass by Piper Ruiz. It cover everything, big and small, that RD's need to know and will set you up for success with your dream job - https://stan.store/rambling_runner.
Are you looking to work with a running coach? I am here for you! I've been working with runners of all ages and abilities for five years - from newer runners, masters runners looking to PR, and folks hoping to break 3:00 in the marathon. You can learn more by going to www.mckirdytrained.com, where I coach, or by emailing me at ramblingrunnerpodcast@gmail.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#537 - Coaching Bites: Keys to Starting a Race on the Right Foot

Download our free app to listen on your phone