In Episode 4 of The Active You, we dive into what it really takes to stay active for the long run. From recovery strategies to fueling your body the right way, we talk about why rest, nutrition, and consistency matter just as much as the miles you put in.

We also touch on some Olympic moments that inspired us and discuss a couple of the shoes we took out for a run tonight, including the Nike Vomero Premium and the PUMA MagMax 2 Nitro.

If you're looking to stay healthy, run stronger, and enjoy the process of staying active, this episode is for you. Lace up, head out for your run, and take us with you.

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In Episode 3, we’re diving deep into one of our favorite topics, running shoes. From super trainers to race-day rockets, we break down the shoes we’re loving right now and the ones we cannot wait to log miles in.

If you’re searching for your next daily trainer, marathon shoe, or performance upgrade, this episode is packed with honest thoughts from real runners in the active community.

👟 Shoes We’re Loving Right Now

We talk about:

• ASICS Superblast – A versatile super trainer that blends max cushioning with surprising speed.
• ASICS Metaspeed Ray (Tokyo edition) – A lightweight, race-ready carbon-plated shoe built for serious PR attempts.
• PUMA performance trainers – Why Puma is stepping up in a big way in the performance running space.
• Saucony Endorphin Azura – A modern shoe with serious vintage Saucony vibes.
• RAD UFO – A unique entry into the performance running shoe world that caught us by surprise.

🚀 Shoes We’re Excited to Run In

We also share what’s coming next in our rotation:

• Mizuno Wave Sky – Known for its plush cushioning and smooth ride for long miles.
• Mount to Coast H1 – A distance-focused shoe that’s building major buzz in the endurance community.
• Paramount Max – A max-cushioned option we’re excited to test on long runs and recovery days.

Whether you’re training for a marathon, building base miles, joining your local run club, or just love staying up to date on the latest performance running shoes, this episode is for you.

If you’re part of the active lifestyle community and love geeking out over foam compounds, stack heights, and race-day feel — welcome home.

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We took The Active You on the road to San Antonio for The Running Event, the biggest event in the run specialty world and we’re bringing you along for the ride.

In this episode, we talk about:

👟 The FREE shoes we got our hands on

🏃‍♂️ Running with RAD Running

💙 What we’re excited about from Brooks Running

🎥 Behind-the-scenes moments from the expo floor

🌮 The tacos, laughs, and everything in between

If you love running shoes, new gear, industry insight, and being part of the active community, this episode is for you.

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Active You — a podcast for runners, movers, and anyone navigating what an active lifestyle looks like in real life. In Episode 1, we introduce The Active You, the hosts, and the purpose behind the podcast. We dive into our personal running journeys, the shoes that started it all (including a nod to the iconic Nike Waffle Trainer), and how community plays a huge role in staying consistent and motivated. This episode sets the foundation for the conversations ahead—covering running, fitness, recovery, gear, mindset, and showing up even when motivation is low. Whether you’re training for your first 5K, showing up for weekly run club, prepping for a race, or simply trying to move your body more, The Active You is here to meet you where you are. 🎙️ In this episode: What The Active You is all about How our running journeys began The shoes that sparked a love for running What listeners can expect from future episodes This podcast is for runners of all levels, walkers, fitness enthusiasts, beginners, seasoned athletes, and anyone committed to becoming a more active version of themselves. 👉 Follow The Active You and join us as we move, learn, and grow, one run at a time. Follow Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theactiveyou/?__d=1%3Futm_source%3Dig_embed Follow Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574550383169 Shop Our Shoes Here: https://therunnersroost.com