The Elevate Your Running Podcast

By Sara ManderscheidSports Running

The Elevate Your Running Podcast episodes

August 18, 2023 EP. 83 - What’s Normal and Not Normal During Training?!
There’s a lot to learn about training - and often, the only way to understand what is “normal” and “not normal” is through trial-and-error. But, this week’s episode may save you some time, as we dive into the aspects of your training that are both unique to you, and common among other athletes!

Ultimately, every training cycle, goal distance, and life circumstance are different, but with these factors at play, you as the athlete get to uncover so much about yourself, as well as how to develop your body and mind through the experience.

Are you interested in leveling-up your running this year? You don’t need to work with a coach to show up to the start line prepared and confident!

Check out Standard and Custom Training Plans by Elevate Your Running - for beginner and intermediate runners. You can choose from base training, 5K,10K, Half, and Marathon distance programming options.

Every Thursday, new releases of the Elevate Your Running podcast are a place to gain information, inspiration, and accountability for running and life. Thank you for listening to this week’s episode!

Podcast Resources:
Elevate Your Running - https://elevateyourrunning.com/
The Feed (Sponsorship) - https://thefeed.com/teams/elevate-your-running
Connect w/ Sara - https://www.instagram.com/sayrahrunshappy/
Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/
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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: https://youtu.be/MNbfbvZR10A
Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/chicago
1 hr 4 min
August 10, 2023EP. 82 - Half Marathon Training & Racing Tips to Run Strong and Happy!
Today, we go in-detail on one of the most fun distances to race: the half marathon! Learn how to run your first half, or PR your next attempt, using these training and racing strategies.

Key discussion topics include:
Half marathon workouts for your next training block.

Pacing strategies for this specific distance.

Intra race nutrition considerations.

How to make the most of a half marathon in your running schedule.

Are you interested in leveling-up your running this year? You don’t need to work with a coach to show up to the start line prepared and confident!

Check out Standard and Custom Training Plans by Elevate Your Running - for beginner and intermediate runners. You can choose from base training, 5K, 10K, Half, and Marathon distance programming options.

Every Thursday, new releases of the Elevate Your Running podcast are a place to gain information, inspiration, and accountability for running and life. Thank you for listening to this week’s episode!

Podcast Resources:
Elevate Your Running - https://elevateyourrunning.com/
The Feed (Sponsorship) - https://thefeed.com/teams/elevate-your-running
Connect w/ Sara - https://www.instagram.com/sayrahrunshappy/
Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/

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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: https://youtu.be/MNbfbvZR10A
Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/chicago
57 min
August 03, 2023EP. 81 - Your Running & Training Questions, Answered!
This week, we answer the most asked questions in the world of running and mindset!

In order, we discuss the following:
If you are just starting or want to keep it simple, what are 2-3 types of runs to focus on?

Heart Rate! How to manage it and the mindset when you’re starting at the bottom (or over again) after an injury or long illness.

Ideas on a strong mindset during long and tough marathon effort workouts?

Mindset on race day, and how to get over running “fast”, specifically short distance racing?

Favorite workout(s) for putting speed back in your legs?

When do you strength train? After/on long run days? Easy run days? Why?

Currently in marathon training and my marathon pace feels so hard. When should it feel easier?

Best racing shoes? What to look for in different race distances?

Thank you for listening to this week’s episode! Every Thursday, new releases of the Elevate Your Running podcast are a place to gain information, inspiration, and accountability for running and life.

Listen to Next:
EP. 25 - The Benefits of Easy Running
EP. 47 - Mental Strength Training for Runners
EP. 50: Training Like an Elite w/ Nell Rojas
EP. 57 - Why Heart Rate Training? Guest Elisabeth Scott

Podcast Resources:
Elevate Your Running - https://elevateyourrunning.com/
The Feed (Sponsorship) - https://thefeed.com/teams/elevate-your-running
Connect w/ Sara - https://www.instagram.com/sayrahrunshappy/
Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/
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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: https://youtu.be/MNbfbvZR10A
Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/chicago
1 hr 14 min
July 27, 2023EP. 80 - How to Adapt to the Heat | Make the Most of Summer Training
Training in the heat, for many, is unavoidable in the summer. Fortunately, there are numerous benefits to the stimulus provided by these conditions.

This episode is an in-depth discussion around the benefits, drawbacks, and practical tips to warm weather running. So, whether you are hesitant to run in the sun, or feel like a seasoned pro, you can better understand the impact of heat on your body!

Key topics of discussion include:
The physiological benefits of training in the heat.

How to balance the added stress of heat adaptation to your training.

Why heat acclimatization makes you more fit for race season.

Safety tips for running in the summer.

Throughout the episode, we draw upon numerous resources of information surrounding this well-studied topic. Many of which you can reference below.
How Do We Acclimate to Heat?

What is Temperature Regulation?

The Effect of Heat on Athletic Performance

Exercise Performance, Adaptation, & Maladaptation to Heat Stress

Thank you for listening to this week’s episode! Every Thursday, new releases of the Elevate Your Running podcast are a place to gain information, inspiration, and accountability for running and life.

Podcast Resources:
Elevate Your Running - https://elevateyourrunning.com/
The Feed (Sponsorship) - https://thefeed.com/teams/elevate-your-running
Connect w/ Sara - https://www.instagram.com/sayrahrunshappy/
Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/
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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: https://youtu.be/MNbfbvZR10A
Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/chicago
1 hr
July 20, 2023 EP. 79 - Back to Basics | Key Components Missing From Your Training
This week’s episode features the components you don’t want to overlook any longer!

There’s so much to consider in training, so as athletes, we must be willing to sort through the noise to identify what really works for us at an individual level.

From training practices, to nutrition, supplementation, and mindset - there’s a lot we can do to support stronger, healthier training, now and in the future. Through this episode, we hope you will gain a new insight to apply to your training, and that it will support your greatest goals.
Thank you for listening to this week’s episode! Every Thursday, new releases of the Elevate Your Running podcast are a place to gain information, inspiration, and accountability for running and life.

Podcast Resources:
Elevate Your Running - https://elevateyourrunning.com/
The Feed (Sponsorship) - https://thefeed.com/teams/elevate-your-running
How to Meal Prep Like a Pro: https://tinyurl.com/2p984ueh
Connect w/ Sara - https://www.instagram.com/sayrahrunshappy/
Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/

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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: https://youtu.be/MNbfbvZR10A
Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/chicago
1 hr 9 min
July 13, 2023EP. 78 - Major Marathons | How to Qualify, Prepare, & Run a Strong Race
This week we are discussing the ins and outs of the 6 major marathons! From qualifying standards and the differentiating factors of these large-scale events, to experience-based tips for running a successful race.

Whether you’re looking to get a lottery bid, partner with a charity, or qualify by achieving a time-standard, the major marathon experience is special. This episode is for anyone who wants to learn more about major marathoning, whether you plan to run one this season or years down the road!

Key points of discussion include:
How to qualify or gain admission to each of the 6 major races.

Things to consider in deciding to run a major marathon.

Why patience and consistency are the most important factors in your training - for any race.

Thank you for listening to this week’s episode! Every Thursday, new releases of the Elevate Your Running podcast are a place to gain information, inspiration, and accountability for running and life.

If you enjoy the podcast, please share on social media and leave a review through your preferred listening platform. Until next week, happy running!

Podcast Resources:
Elevate Your Running - https://elevateyourrunning.com/
The Feed (Sponsorship) - https://thefeed.com/teams/elevate-your-running
Connect w/ Sara - https://www.instagram.com/sayrahrunshappy/
Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/
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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: https://youtu.be/MNbfbvZR10A
Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/chicago
56 min
July 06, 2023EP. 77 - Lifting For Runners | What You Need to Know
There are countless benefits that strength training has to offer for both general health and performance. This week’s episode explains why you should lift weights as a runner, and tips for making ‘more’ training fit into your weekly schedule.

Key discussion points include:
The positive outcomes of lifting for everyone, runners included.

How to incorporate strength training into your already busy schedule.

What it takes to begin strength training as a beginner.

Why identifying individual wants and needs to inform your approach in the gym is important.
Like all areas of fitness, there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to strength training. So whether you’re starting from the beginning or building on a strong base of lifting experience, you must be prepared to experiment for the best results over time.

In this practice, you will see the payoff in performance, injury resilience, and functional abilities as an athlete.

Listen, learn, and apply to elevate your running through strength training!

Thank you for listening to this week’s episode! Every Thursday, new releases of the Elevate Your Running podcast are a place to gain information, inspiration, and accountability for running and life.

Podcast Resources:
Elevate Your Running - https://elevateyourrunning.com/
The Feed (Sponsorship) - https://thefeed.com/teams/elevate-your-running
Connect w/ Sara - https://www.instagram.com/sayrahrunshappy/
Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/
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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: https://youtu.be/MNbfbvZR10A
Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/chicago
57 min
June 29, 2023 EP. 76 - Can Runners Have Quality AND Quantity in Training?
For many runners, high mileage and quality don’t often blend well. Today’s episode is a discussion around why that is the case, and how you can combine the two for greater training and results!

We discuss the benefits of high-mileage and why so many runners strive to increase training mileage on a consistent basis. Additionally, we explain what ‘quality’ means for your training and how to strike the proper balance of time and effort.

From the athlete and coaches perspective, we consider the signs indicating whether you should focus on quantity of mileage, quality of training, and the possibility of balancing both as part of the growth equation.

As referenced during the episode, check out our discussion with Running Explained Elizabeth Scott for an in-depth understanding of the role of easy running and quality mileage in your training:
Episode 57: Why Heart Rate Training? - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ap0VnDvX0Ab

Thank you for listening to this week’s episode!

Every Thursday, new releases of the Elevate Your Running podcast are a place to gain information, inspiration, and accountability for running and life.

Podcast Resources:
Elevate Your Running - https://elevateyourrunning.com/
The Feed (Sponsorship) - https://thefeed.com/teams/elevate-your-running
Connect w/ Sara - https://www.instagram.com/sayrahrunshappy/
Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/
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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: https://youtu.be/MNbfbvZR10A
Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/chicago
1 hr 5 min
June 23, 2023 EP. 75 - Hydration: The Secret Weapon You’re Missing
With longer days come warmer days, and the possibility that your running (and life) may be hindered by the heat. To combat conditions of the summer months, we must set ourselves up for success with the right hydration!

There are many products on the market to help with hydration and maintain the right electrolyte balance. Today’s episode is a discussion around what works and how to implement useful products and strategies into your running routine for better performance.

Find links to each product mentioned in this episode, below!

Sara's Favorite Electrolytes Supplements:
Skratch hydration & Skratch hyperhydration
LMNT
Tailwind
Nuun

Sara's Favorite Hydration Gear:
Nathan’s Eco Shot handheld
Nathan’s hydration pack

Thank you for listening to this week’s episode! Every Thursday, new releases of the Elevate Your Running podcast are a place to gain information, inspiration, and accountability for running and life.

Podcast Resources:
Elevate Your Running - https://elevateyourrunning.com/
The Feed (Sponsorship) - https://thefeed.com/teams/elevate-your-running
Connect w/ Sara - https://www.instagram.com/sayrahrunshappy/
Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/
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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: https://youtu.be/MNbfbvZR10A
Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/chicago
36 min
June 22, 2023 EP. 74 - Running Towards Urgency | Supporting @aliontherun1 (Ali Feller)
Today’s episode is about choice. The choice to live with urgency, run with passion, and leave nothing for tomorrow.

We discuss the bravery of Ali Feller (@aliontherun1) as she endures a cancer diagnosis and the journey towards recovery. Ali serves as an inspiration to many and we believe there are numerous lessons to be learned from her story.

We hope this show fills you with joy and encouragement to show up as the best version of yourself each run and each day. If you enjoy the show, be sure to leave a review (and maybe even share with a friend) as this helps the podcast grow and reach more runners, like yourself!

Support Ali:
https://www.instagram.com/aliontherun1/
https://www.gofundme.com/f/AliOnTheRun

Every Thursday, new releases of the Elevate Your Running podcast are a place to gain information, inspiration, and accountability for running and life.

Podcast Resources:
Elevate Your Running - https://elevateyourrunning.com/
The Feed (Sponsorship) - https://thefeed.com/teams/elevate-your-running
Connect w/ Sara - https://www.instagram.com/sayrahrunshappy/
Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/
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Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: https://youtu.be/MNbfbvZR10A
Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/chicago
47 min

About The Elevate Your Running Podcast

From the publisher's feed

Ready to transform your running? Welcome to the Elevate Your Running Podcast, hosted by Sara Manderscheid, a seasoned running coach and eight-time Boston Marathon qualifier. Join our community as Sara shares expert running tips, training strategies, and inspiring stories to help you reach your personal best. Whether you're training for a marathon or just starting your running journey, this podcast is your go-to resource!