Running Is Life Podcast

Still here & ok! Thank you all for checking in on me! I hope everyone and their loved ones is safe! Reach out if you need anything! Love to all!

-Aaron Saft

Resources - Wahoo Trackr - https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/heart-rate-monitors/trackr-heart-rate-buy

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Travis Macy & I finally coordinated and recorded the following podcast on running & coaching. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation, & I hope you do as well!

Learn more about Travis, his podcast, and his books at his website - www.travismacy.com

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Mental skills are so important to train to assist us in our races, but often times we leave it out. Included in this episode are some things you can work on to help you in your daily runs/life.

My notes:

Mentally preparing for a race

• Goals A B C

• Write them down and share them. Revisit them from time to time. Realistic?

• Extrinsic & Intrinsic Why’s

• These are yours. You decide if you want to share depending on how personal. If strong enough, may want to share with crew & pacers

• Forseen obstacles

• Think of troubles you’ve had in the past. How would you resolve them now. Give yourself multiple resolutions

• Practice your Focus

• Zoom in/out - what helps you zoom out? Music? Talking?

• Staying present

• Avoiding negative thoughts by acknowledging and letting go and asking what good does that thought do me?

• Learn to ask what?

• What do I need right now?

• Chunking

Episodes I referred to:

Values - https://runningislifepodcast.podbean.com/e/aligning-your-values-with-your-running-episode-206/

Leadville - https://runningislifepodcast.podbean.com/e/my-race-recap-of-the-leadville-100-mile-race-episode-184/

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Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

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I had a great discussion with the athlete's I coach about using HRV as a predictor for recovery, and that is what spurred this Episode. That original discussion was inspired by the following podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trainingpeaks-coachcast/id1435395422?i=1000664573776

with Marco Altini https://www.marcoaltini.com/

and the following article by Alex Hutchison https://www.outsideonline.com/health/training-performance/machine-learning-predict-workout-recovery/

I hope this provides some insight into using tracking devices and readiness scores to determine if you're recovered enough to follow your running/activity for the day!

Resources:

HRV4Training App - https://www.hrv4training.com/

Vulnerability essay - https://longreads.com/2024/09/05/spin-masculinity-loneliness-friendship/

Until next time...Keep moving forward! Running is Life!

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So we built "Saft's Trail". A lot went into this trail, and here's how we did it. Thanks to the Carolina Mountain Club - https://carolinamountainclub.org/ - for all their help! Thanks to Rugby Middle School for allowing us to build this. Thanks to both the Rugby and West Henderson athletes and parents for their work hours. We did it! Now come enjoy it on Sept. 28th at The Truly Tough XC Classic 5k - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=118288

Please reach out to me if you can donate to the team! Thank you!

Resources:

OnX Backcountry App - https://www.onxmaps.com/backcountry/app

AllTrails App - https://www.alltrails.com/

Thank you for all the help! 

-Aaron Saft

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There are many different types of coaches out there. Here I describe all sides of each type. The good and the bad. Then I talk about qualities I try to use as a coach myself. If you'd like to speak with me about coaching, please reach out!

Truly Tough XC Classic 5K - Sept. 28 - complete details & registration here - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=118288

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Racing is hard enough. After a poor performance or DNF, it makes the next race even tougher to mentally and physically prepare for. Here are my thoughts for moving forward!

Podcast on Analyzing your race/event:

https://runningislifepodcast.podbean.com/e/so-you-had-a-bad-race-here-s-the-next-steps-w-personal-notes-episode-95/

Books:

"Puke & Rally" by Rob Bell

"Do Hard Things" by Steve Magness

Truly Tough XC Classic 5k - Sept. 28 - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=118288

My notes:

1. Accept a bad race or DNF is a possibility. We must acknowledge this fact, but also understand that a DNF does not define us. At the same time, we must recognize when a good race happens. Heart Breaker vs Hellbender. My string of tough 100s.

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Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

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Stream of consciousness (Outline of the episode):

• House Keeping

• Truly Tough XC Classic info - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=118288

• Suicide prevention - call or text to 988 - talk to someone - talk to your kids

• All or nothing vs something

• Setting intention for the week - Headspace App - https://www.headspace.com/

• Take the time to process

• BRUTES 2025 speaking to me - info on BRUTES - https://blueridgeultratrail.wordpress.com/

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Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

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Justin Walker was one of the lucky "Never Runs" to be selected in the Hardrock 100 Lottery to run in 2024. This is his story. 

Connect with Justin on Strava as Justin Walker or on Instagram @runjwalkrun

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Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

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Julie Jordan is already an amazing person! Then she goes and finishes the Vol State 500k, and what a story she has from the event! Buckle up! This is AWESOME!

Connect with Julie on Facebook @Julia Jordan & on Instagram @AndIMustGo55

Tsali Ultra (50k, 30k, & 8k) will take place Jan. 18, 2025 at Fontana Lake. No longer under my direction, but I'm glad it's still happening. Register at https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Almond/TsaliUltra

Get 10% off your entry fee by using the code SAFT at checkout.

I gain nothing through advertising this race, I just want to support it! The course and people are awesome! Sign up!

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Aaron Saft

Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

I'd be remiss not to thanks to my Patrons for their continued support!