There is no shortage of things runners could buy ... but is it worth it? In this episode, we go through 10 pieces of gear - including socks, hydration systems, and yes, super shoes - and discuss whether we think they are worth it. Some of our answers might surprise you!

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📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana 
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If you’ve ever gone for a run with others, chances are you have talked during part (or all) of it. Sometimes we may chat more (like on easy days) and sometimes less (wind, speed work, intensity runs, etc). In this episode, we talk about the Talk Test, the benefits of talking while running, and how you can use this tool to dial in your intensity and effort. 

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🎶 Music by MEND Logo by @valeriegalerie 
📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana 
🔈 Audio mixed and edited by FermataLab

We often see shin splints and shin pain, calf pain, ankle issues, and foot issues pop up around this time of year as runners resume harder training moving into their spring racing seasons. In this episode, we give you 5 key strategies to prevent lower leg running injuries.

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📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana 
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What makes up 60% of your body, 70% of the planet, 80% of your cartilage, and 90% of your blood? AND helps you poop?!

It's water! And today's episode is all about it.

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There is a limit to how many miles we can run in a week, but there are many ways we can get better at running without running - in this episode, we give you 5 tips to improve your running without taking another step in your running shoes.

In this episode, we reference the following past episodes:

STRENGTH
EP 93 - Strength Training for Endurance
EP 120 - Myths about Strength Training
EP 166 - 3 Things You Need for Strength Work

DRINK WATER
EP 143 - Everything Electrolytes

SLEEP
EP 113 - Sleep
EP 154 - Sleep Strategies Before a Big Race

STRESS
EP 141 - Mental Health
EP 162 - Anxiety Busting

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If you want to get faster, you have to run fast. Here are our 5 rules of speed work to help you improve your personal best.

Episode 17: Priming

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Today we're joined by EDGE Athlete community member Tim Loeffler, who shares his incredible story of going from being a collegiate D1 swimmer racing against some of the best in the world to being a deconditioned coach, and how he began a 175-lb weight loss and health transformation journey by walking around the block. 

Follow Tim at @juststartwalking

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📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana 
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Some running shoes look like big, puffy marshmallows - a far cry from the minimalist "barefoot" style shoes that were popular just a few years ago. What's the difference? 🤔 In this episode, we talk about shoe stack height: the types of shoe stacks, what each do and are good for, and how to safely transition to a different shoe stack height.

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🎶 Music by MEND Logo by @valeriegalerie 
📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana 
🔈 Audio mixed and edited by FermataLab

We know running in heat has negative impacts on running pace - but how does cold weather impact your running? In this episode, we dive into the impacts of colder temperatures on your run pace and where to find your sweet spot for optimal running.

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🎶 Music by MEND Logo by @valeriegalerie 
📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana 
🔈 Audio mixed and edited by FermataLab

If you are or aspire to be a year-round outdoor runner, this one is for you. These strategies will have you feeling confident and ready to tackle snow, ice, wind chills, and everything in between. 

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🏆 Connect with Edge Athlete Lounge: @edgeathletelounge 
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👟 Connect with Coach Robyn: @coach.robyn 
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🎶 Music by MEND Logo by @valeriegalerie 
📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana 
🔈 Audio mixed and edited by FermataLab