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March 26, 2024 Treadmills that Change the Game w/ Adam Homolka
This week on AtoZrunning:
Adam Homolka of Endurance Rehab joins us again to talk about some of the fascinating differences in treadmill technology and how to make use of it. We answer a listener question about how to objectively measure fatigue and the need for adjusting training. In the world of running, after 38 years, a woman finally finished the Barkley Marathons, and the photo is perfect. Also, we share an interesting article about the relationship between nutrition and soreness. All this and more on AtoZrunning.
For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
1 hr 17 min
March 20, 2024Channeling Energy, Effort, & Focus
Today on AtoZrunning:
Effort is finite. What does this mean for distance runners and what we here call the first key to thriving.

We answer a listener question about flat legs during pre-race tapering

In the world of running, the TEN featured 8 men under 27 minutes in the same 10,000m race. Has that ever happened before?

Fast times weren’ just limited to the track… or the 10,000… or the adults! We’ll share a weekend rundown of the need-to-knows.

In other news, RunTok is a thing, and we take a look at a recent article about it
For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
1 hr 18 min
March 12, 2024 Finish Line Mentality w/ Liz Fanco
Today on AtoZrunning:
We interview Liz Fanco who shares how she helps other runners transform themselves through sport and the race experience.
We answer a listener question about the best order of runs or workouts in a week.
In the world of running, if you were making predictions a year ago about certain NCAA runners’ futures, chances are you were so wrong it hurt. We’ll share why.
High school runners are unhinged, and it’s a little disturbing.
And Ingebrigtsen is back in the news saying crazy things. You won’t guess what this time!
For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
1 hr 11 min
March 05, 2024 How to Run Faster w/ Dave Hodgkinson
This week on AtoZrunning:
We throw back to one of our first interviews, a conversation with Coach Hodge about how to run faster without trying harder
We also answer a listener question about how to pace a race
In the world of running, the world indoor track and field championships was thrilling, and we’ve got the full scoop
And the Tokyo Marathon was a shocker with major upsets!
For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
1 hr 41 min
February 27, 2024 Workouts Don't Mean a Thing
This week on AtoZrunning:
Runners are always talking about our workouts, good, bad, or otherwise. Do they tell us anything meaningful, though? We’ll tackle this one.
We answer a listener question about returning from surgery.
In the world of running, NCAA ran indoor conferences, and we’ve got the highlights.
Dennis Young interviewed 16 of the 26 last place finishers from the US Olympic Trials marathons, and the stories are astonishing.
And the Japanese marathon debut just got crazy.
For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
1 hr 4 min
February 20, 2024Olympic Trials Battles w/ Nathan Martin
This week on AtoZrunning:
Olympic trials top 10 finisher Nathan Martin joins the show again to relay his amazing experience at the trials as well as recent journey leading him to it.

We answer a listener question about VO2max and heart rate.

In the world of running, USA and British indoor championships were impressive.

Records continue falling.

And another record-breaker is down for the count amidst scandal.
For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
1 hr 9 min
February 13, 2024Don't Achieve Goals. Find Purpose!
This week on AtoZrunning:
In further reflection on the topic of goals and finding meaning, we share a compelling lesson from author, speaker, and coach John O’Sullivan’s Every Moment Matters.

Also, we answer a listener question about the camaraderie or lack of at the Olympic Trials Marathon.

In the world of running, indoor track is exploding, and records dropped like lead sinkers at Millrose Games.

Not to be outdone, there were great performances in France, as well.

And in a tragic turn, the marathon world-record holder has died in an accident.
For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
1 hr 11 min
February 06, 2024Olympic Trials Marathon
This week on AtoZrunning:
We share both the results of and the experience participating in the US Olympic Trials Marathon

We also answer a listener question about shoe drops and knee pain

In the world of running, the trials races were filled with upsets, heartbreak, and unexpected moments.

And indoor track action has been a thrill, including national records and near misses
For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode228
For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
1 hr 20 min
January 30, 2024Face Change Like a Pro w/ Robert Downs
This week on AtoZrunning:
Under Armour pro runner Robert Downs joins the show to talk about rethinking change and obstacles

We answer listener questions about max heart rate as well as splitting runs between indoors and outdoors

In the world of running, last year’s freshman phenom Addy Wiley has big news that involves Adidas

Nico Young has done it, and he might just be convincing the doubters

And the upcoming 2024 Olympics boast some fascinating statistics that we want to share
For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode227
For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
1 hr 11 min
January 23, 2024 Action: Respond, Get Help, & Simplify
This week on AtoZrunning:
We finish our examination of change and Brad Stulberg’s book by sharing practical actions, including how to practice responses and what it looks like to ask for help, among others
We also answer a couple listener questions about hard efforts on the treadmill and how to warmup well
In the world of running, the US cross country championships included some exciting results
That American record we recently mentioned? I just went down again. Stick around to find out which
And any guesses how fast an American can run a mile at 7,000 feet? You’ll find out…
For resources and details, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode226
For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching
1 hr

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