Running Is Life Podcast

By Coach Aaron SaftHealth & Fitness

Running Is Life Podcast episodes

July 03Longevity in Running - Episode 298
As I reflect on 36 of running, and look ahead to what I still want to do and how I still want to continue running, I thought this topic pertinent. In this episode, I talk about programming volume & intensity, how your goals can change, accepting life changes, and dealing with life stressors. I hope you enjoy!

Resources:
Book - "Run Forever - The secrets to becoming an ageless athlete" by Damian Hall
Book - "The Hinge - The importance of mental toughness"" by Dr Rob Bell

Aaron's information:
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https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982
Email - [email protected]
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
44 min
June 26Back Behind the Mic to discuss the Scout Mtn DNF, state of our sport, & what lies ahead - episode 297
Back behind the mic. Sorry for my absence! I don't want to make excuses, so let's move forward. Let's discuss the state of our sport, impact of social media, my DNF at Scout Mtn, what's going on, and what's to come!
I'm looking for some runners who are looking for a coach! Want solid programming based on you and your goals? Looking for open, honest, and helpful feedback? Want to do everything possible to stay healthy and keep running for years to come? Let's talk! Connect with me below.
Aaron's information:
My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING
https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw
https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982
Email - [email protected]
Thanks to all of you for listening!
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
53 min
May 15Thoughts on Coaching - Episode 296
I had an experience with an athlete who was running Cocodona 250 recently that made me think a lot about coaching and what it means to me. I share those thoughts in this episode.
Aaron's information:
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https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw
https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982
Email - [email protected]
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40 min
May 0829067' of gain Done! With Nathan Frantz. Episode 295
Nathan Frantz & I discuss what the experience of Everesting was. From start to finish. Here's our story & analysis.
Everesting Hall of Fame - https://everesting.com/
Aaron's information:
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw
https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982
Email - [email protected]
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1 hr 14 min
May 01What Just Happened!?! TWO PEOPLE UNDER 2 HOOURS!!! The Glass Ceiling Has Been Broken...AGAIN!!! - Episode 294
I can't believe what I just witnessed! 2 Men under 2 Hours! Watch it here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1voTDQQQf5g
My thoughts on this & where do we go from here?

Aaron's information:
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw
https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982
Email - [email protected]
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Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
42 min
April 24You've Heard "100-miles isn't that far"? Let me explain why - Episode 293
In this episode we explore mental barriers we create ourselves based off past experience and social expectations and how to overcome these.

Resources:
Books:
Beyond Fast by Sean Brosnan
Smile or You're Doing it Wrong by Andy Glaze
Once a Runner by John L. Parker Jr.
Video:
Watching professional ultra runners train is actually crazy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YL0p7Hsptac

I hope this brings you some new mental tools and outlooks!

Aaron's information:
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https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw
https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982
Email - [email protected]
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37 min
April 17Everesting - Misogi #2 - Episode 292
Everesting - you can learn more here - https://everesting.com/rules/
Misogi - learn more here - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Misogi
Mount Ascutney Event - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=137123
My route - https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/custom-route-ad0e702?u=i&sh=hs3kxt

Short episode, but I'm excited for the challenges ahead!

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https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw
https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982
Email - [email protected]
Thanks to all of you for listening!
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Aaron Saft
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21 min
April 10A Conversation with Orange Mud Founder/Owner Josh Sprague on Concept to Production of a Product - Episode 291
I was fascinated by this conversation as I learned what it takes to take a concept and make it a reality as an item to sell in today's market! I really enjoyed this conversation with Josh and I hope you do as well!

Find out more about Josh and Orange Mud at - https://www.orangemud.com/

Aaron's information:
My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING
https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw
https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982
Email - [email protected]
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
1 hr 6 min
April 05Training Corner - Strides - Episode 290
In this episode we focus on doing strides. Everything I could think of when it comes to doing strides. I also catch up on everything that has transpired in the last couple of weeks ( Shamrock race weekend, sweeping Georgia Death Race, bucket list run up to Mount Pisgah from my house and back) & much more. Enjoy!

Resources:
Books
1. Andy Glaze - Smile, Or You're Doing it Wrong
2. Ken Rideout - Everything You Want is On the Other Side of Hard

Friction Prescription 20% off Discount Code - RUNNINGISLIFE - https://frictionprescription.com/

Aaron's information:
My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING
https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw
https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982
Email - [email protected]
Thanks to all of you for listening!
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Aaron Saft
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50 min
March 20Training Principals to Make you a Stronger Uphill Runner - Episode 289
Lots to include hear as you'll hear in the podcast. I take a deep dive into incorporating uphill training into your running schedule. How to figure out when, how hard, and by what means. So many pieces to this!
Resources:
I have no afiliation, but Wahoo is my HRT monitor of choice. They have 2 options. A chest strap and an arm band. Learn more here - https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/heart-rate-monitors
The MAF Formula of HRT - https://philmaffetone.com/180-formula/
Max HRT equation - 207 minus (0.7 x age)
Max HRT Test:
Hill Repeats Method (Most Accurate):
Warm-up: 15 minutes of easy jogging, including a few faster strides.
Hill 1: Find a hill that takes 2–3 minutes to climb. Run up at a hard pace you could hold for 20 minutes. Jog down to recover.

Hill 2: Run up faster (a pace you could hold for 3km). Your MHR is likely ~10 beats higher than what you see here. Jog down.
Hill 3: Run up as fast as possible, going all out for the final 100 meters. The peak HR reached here is your maximum.
10-Minute Time Trial Method:
After a thorough warm-up, run at a steady, increasingly difficult pace for 10 minutes, saving energy for a maximum effort sprint in the final minute.

Threshold Pace test (taken from https://www.myprocoach.net/blog/how-to-test-threshold-running-pace/#:~:text=What%20Is%20Threshold%20Running%20Pace%3F,acid%20begins%20to%20exponentially%20rise):
Start with a warm up of 15 minutes, mainly easy jogging with 3 or 4 short accelerations up to your approximate 5km race pace
Begin the 30 minute time trial. Press start on your phone or watch and run at your fastest consistent pace for 30 minutes. In other words, run at the fastest pace you think you can maintain for the entire test. After you’ve completed the 30-minute test, stop your timer.
After the test is finished, look to see what your average pace was across the entire 30 minutes. This is your new threshold running pace.
Setting up HRT zones:
recovery - 60-69% max HRT
endurance - 70-78% max HRT
threshold - 80-87% max HRT
Setting up pace based on Threshold pace:
recovery 56-70%
endurance 71-77%
steady state 90-95%
tempo 96-100%
running interval 101-120%
If I for got anything in the notes, please feel free to reach out to me!

Aaron's information:
My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING
https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw
https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982
Email - [email protected]
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
THANK YOU!
Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
48 min

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Running is Life reflects what our sport teaches us. Through the trials, tribulations, and obstacles we overcome in running, we can reflect upon and apply these lessons in our daily lives, and…