Miles Not Included

This week Erik Dube stopped by the show to discuss shoes. Erik is the lead buyer of footwear for Running Warehouse. This guy knows shoes…from minimalist to max cushioning! He also answers the age-old question – when do I replace my shoes?

A little more on Erik – he ran competitively in high school and college, and then moved to the ultra distance. He has completed more than 60 ultras, including 5-sub 24-hour finishes at the Western States 100. Take a listen to hear how many pairs of running shoes he has!

Today we talk to Ryan Baseman (@ryibas) from Green Bay, WI. Ryan is pursuing the epic feat of running a marathon on all 7 continents. We discuss the hows and whys behind his quest, and how he balances work, family and running. Plus, we find out how this software engineer incorporates technology into his training and racing.

Nate Brown (@beastmoderunnin) is back to tell us about his recently completed first Boston Marathon. He details every aspect of the race, including his mental approach and pacing strategy. Tons of great stuff for both Boston veterans and those still dreaming of lining up in Hopkinton.

Here’s a link to Nate’s written race recap from beastmoderunning.com

Today we are lucky enough to chat with Mark Washburne. Mark has a running streak that is absolutely insane… 25 years without missing a day of running! We learn how it started and what it takes to keep running year after year. He shares practical advice for anyone who wants to start a streak of his or her own. Mark also educates us about the United States Running Streak Association (runeveryday.com), where he currently serves as president, and if we may say, a terrific ambassador.

Check out the United States Running Streak Association’s Facebook page for the latest news and member updates

In this episode we hear Brian’s St. Louis Marathon recap and talk to Nate Brown (@beastmoderunnin) who is training for his first Boston Marathon on April 20th. Learn how Nate made a childhood dream a reality, in less than two years, through determination and hard work. He shares what has worked for him and what he has learned about marathoning.

Learn more about Nate and his team at beastmoderunning.com

This week the guys switch gears and bring on a sprinter from North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Karin Femi (@LooseLeafRunner) never ran growing up and suffered from knee pain as an adult. On a whim, she did a 1k fun run and found she like it. So, Karin did what most runners do — she tried a longer race, the 10k. Karin quickly found that her talent and passion were for shorter distances. She connected with a sprint club and hasn’t stopped sprinting. Karin is now chasing her dream of qualifying for the Canadian Track & Field Championships in the 100m and 200m! Karin also supports the running community as a personal trainer focused on injury prevention.

Learn more about Karin and how to warm-up like an elite athlete at her website, www.Ready2Run.ca

In this episode, the guys caught up with London-based ultramarathoner and running coach Gemma Carter (@gems_carter). Gemma recounts setting the 50km Treadmill Guinness World Record; from her training to all the technical requirements she had to follow to make the record official. Gemma details her long-distance running career which started with her first marathon when she was still a teenager. She also discusses her 2015 goals and upcoming races. Finally, Gemma provides great advice for runners of all levels, including mental strategies for tackling big races.

To find out more about Gemma’s coaching, visit her site: Carter Coaching

Today we catch up with Wes Lashley (@runwithwes) who just set a personal best at the LA Marathon. Wes discusses his buildup, the course and the record setting heat that hit the 30th running of the LA Marathon. Off the course, Wes promotes various products and races and we talk about those affiliations and his tips on how to pursue sponsorships. Also find out what Wes has in store for 2015 (hint: he is looking to reach new heights)!

Keep up with Wes’s running and adventures at RunwithWes.com

This episode is all about setting your goal finishing time. Selecting a realistic goal is critical to having a successful race. Brian and Joe review the various approaches and tools out there. From the McMillan Running Calculator to Yasso 800s, the guys discuss how to find your number.

In this week’s episode, the guys talk to Jessica Goldman. In 2014, Jessica became only the second female to run across the United States solo and self-supported. Along the way Jessica raised more than $27k for charity. Learn what it was like to undertake such a feat and what kept her motivated for the 3,400 mile journey.

Find out more about Jessica on her Facebook page, “Jessica Goldman Forward Motion“