How do you overcome the dark moments that may present themself on a race course? This week’s discussion is all about the mindset that we carry with us as runners, and how we can leverage our mental strength to get us through challenging circumstances.

Through the lens of this past weekend’s marathon races (Indianapolis; New York City), we break down the circumstances of a race that may feel like it’s spiraling out of control. We’ve all had them and if you haven’t, you will at one point or another!

Key points of discussion include:

Racing is great because you don’t need a perfect training cycle, ideal weather, or the greatest plan in the world. All you need is the curiosity to explore your capabilities and the willingness to empty the tank.

Apply the perspectives and mindset ideas that we discuss in this episode and embrace all that racing has to offer!

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As runners and athletes, we train for adaptation. It’s our ability to adapt that allows us to run faster, farther, and stronger.

The issue is that adaptation is not easily achieved. To achieve this overarching goal, we must first understand which factors provide us with the best return on investment. Today’s episode is a discussion on growth and development and the most impactful areas of your training to maximize if you hope to set a PR in the near future.

We discuss the following factors in detail:

Each of these areas is essential in your capacity for progression in running. Additionally, these factors can also serve as a way to self-assess whether you’re in a promising position for development, at this point of your running career and life. Apply these three pillars of adaptation to your training approach and mindset and see how they can positively impact your running!

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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]

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In this week’s episode, we’re joined by guest Maddie Maher (@mileswithmaddie). Maddie is a writer and runner who has combined her love for both through her Instagram account, where she tells stories of her running journey and provides a welcoming voice for the running community!

Our discussion went in-depth on many important topics:

Maddie speaks so effectively to the humanity of running and how we can better our lives, and that of those around us, by continuing to show up for ourselves, mile by mile. Throughout the episode, you will gain valuable perspectives that apply to runners of all experience levels. You are sure to be even more grateful for your next run after listening to our conversation!

As you listen, be sure to connect with Maddie through her account linked below, and share this episode through social. We’d love for more runners to hear this and other episodes of the podcast!

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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]

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Following our most recent episode, Lessons Learned from Marathon Running, we asked our listeners to share their most valuable lessons gained through running.

As a result, this week is a conversation informed by you! Our discussion provides insights, perspectives, and personal stories surrounding the most important takeaways from your running journey.

Key topics include:

And much more!

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Marathon running requires a great deal of us. It’s mentally and physically demanding, but that’s why we love it! The challenge and possibility of stronger training cycles, faster races, and new experiences will continue to draw us in.

Today’s episode is all about marathon running, and more specifically, the valuable lessons that can be drawn from the demands of this feat. Whether you’ve never run a marathon or are an experienced veteran, these insights will give you perspective into the greater purpose behind why we run!

Discussion topics include but aren’t limited to:

The lessons learned that we discuss are drawn from our unique running experiences, but we know that they are relatable and will allow you to think even more deeply about your journey, past, present, and future. As always, it’s bigger than any single race, running will teach you so much about life… you just have to be willing to listen!

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This week, we discuss the keys to a successful taper! Every great training cycle includes a taper of about 10-14 days, allowing the body to recover and prepare for the stressors of race day.

To most effectively address the ‘ins and outs’ of a great taper, we break our discussion down into the things you should be doing (DO’s) and the things you should avoid (DON’Ts).

Ultimately, the basis of our discussion centers on the equation: Stress + Rest = Growth. When it’s time to taper, it means that you have embraced the stress of an effective training cycle, and the rest will be the deciding factor for your growth as a runner. We hope that this episode provides you with a more detailed understanding of what a taper is and how you can implement it in preparation for a goal race!

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In this episode of the podcast, we discuss both the systematic and practical approaches to developing your capacity for endurance.

Whether it be a short or long-term goal, as runners we want to run farther and faster. To accomplish this requires an understanding of basic physiological principles of training, as well as the applicable ways to put yourself in a position for growth.

In order to simplify the topic, we address 3 strategic ways to improve your abilities in endurance:

These three approaches, when implemented with consistency, allow our bodies to more effectively adapt to training stimuli, and thus become better runners and endurance athletes!

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This episode is all about lessons learned from our first Marathon training experiences so that you can show up more prepared for your next race!

Running provides us with the opportunity to always be learning and pursuing development, both physically and mentally. In reflecting upon our first Marathon preps, we recount some lighthearted, funnier lessons learned, but really aim to emphasize the most important principles that have helped us evolve.

Topics of discussion include, but are not limited to…

We believe that this episode will provide you with a fresh perspective on running, and specifically the challenge of 26.2 miles, so that whether you’re training for your first Marathon, or hope to set a personal best in your next race, you have the mental and physical tools necessary to be successful and enjoy every step!

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This week, we share our best tips for safety as runners. While we can never entirely ensure our safety on a run, there are actions to be taken toward a safer set of miles.

Our discussion comes in the wake of the tragic death of Eliza Fletcher, a Wife, Mother, Teacher, and like so many of us, a Runner. Our encouragement this week is to remember Eliza, and to honor her through your running and awareness.

There are strategies that can be implemented towards a safer run; small changes will make a large difference in your ability to remain safe and back running again tomorrow. We hope that you will never take a run for granted, expressing gratitude for every opportunity to move, run, and be free.

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This week, we’re turning back the clock to Episode 2, where we discuss our experiences in leaving a safe career to pursue the great unknown.

Learn the importance of direction over destination; why more isn't always more; and how we aim to run this race that we call life in a beautiful manner.

We believe that this episode will provide you with perspective and encouragement to inspire you to take massive action in your own life. Whether you’re currently living in a time of transition, or you demand more from yourself, we are speaking to you!

Great things are often preceded by resistance, discomfort, and unassuredness. And so long as you vow to continue putting one foot in front of the other, you will run the most beautiful race possible, throughout your own life.

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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]

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