Run to the Top Extra Kick Podcast | Answers to Your Running Questions

Do you ever show up to a group run warmed up and ready to go only to have to wait 15 minutes before everyone is ready to go?

Is there anything wrong with this, will it hurt the quality of your run, or should you try to tweak your schedule to work in the group run better?

What is the exact definition of a junk mile and why do we call them that?

Is it ever beneficial to run junk miles? If so, when and why and if not, how do you avoid?

Is it ever advantageous to train without actually racing?

What's the point and is there any benefit to this approach? The answer my surprise you.

Is it possible orthotics won't help runners with flat feet or those who overpronate?

Our recent understanding about the foot, arch and how orthotics work might be changing how effective we think they are.

In this episode we look at how effective orthotics might be for flat footed runners.

Ever wonder how you can fit in hill training when you don't have any hills available to you?

It's actually easier than you think and Coach Dylan shares his advice for you in today's daily podcast.

What is the difference between a "tune-up" race and a "goal race" when you're putting together a training schedule?

How much focus should you place on your tune-ups and why does this matter?

Have you ever thought about trying to increase your stride length, but you're not sure how to do it?

Coach Laura gives her advice on how to approach this task (and maybe why you shouldn't) in today's daily podcast.

How do you know if you have IT band syndrome? What if the pain isn't in the IT band or seems to come and go some days?

Coach Laura helps you deal with your IT band issues.

What are some tips and tricks for recovering from the marathon?

If you've ever hobbled around after the race or took a week to walk up and down stairs, then you'll want to listen to Coach Laura's great tips!

What is the relationship between VO2max and marathon performance? Does having a higher VO2max mean you'll run better or are there more important factors to how well you'll race?

Coach Laura explains some of the science to help you understand your training.