The Elevate Your Running Podcast

The half marathon distance is one of the best race distances to race, and it’s also a race distance that many don’t properly train for! 

In this episode, Coach Sara shares four common half marathon mistakes and how to avoid them! 

How to Structure a Training Plan

The Elevate Coaching Team has  1:1 coaching spots open for spring and fall race season! If you love running and want to get better + faster at this sport, we’d love to have you join our team! You can find more information about our coaching packages at https://elevateyourrunning.com/virtual-coaching or email Sara at [email protected]

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Kallup McCoy is back! After sharing his inspiring marathon breakthrough in Episode 150, he returns to give us an update on his journey since the Indianapolis Marathon—and he’s been busy. Kallup is now gearing up for the ultimate endurance test: the Transcontinental Race, a grueling 3,175-mile trek from California to New York City. Tune in to hear about his training, mindset, and what’s driving him to take on this epic challenge!

In this episode, we discuss: 

A  day in the life of balancing training, coaching, and relationships

The hardest part of his training

His mental and physical battles

The logistics that go into a multi day run (50 days)

His biggest concerns about the run

How many pairs of running shoes he is bringing with on the run … and so much more!

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Claire Shorenstein is a distance runner and board-certified Sports Dietitian with over a decade of experience working with teenage and adult athletes from the recreational to elite level. 

In today’s episode, we talk about the importance of Iron and Ferritin for endurance athletes!

We discuss:

How these two vital biomarkers work together to create a strong athlete

The difference between iron and ferritin

How these biomarkers impact endurance running

The red flags to look out for

The potential Supplements to take and supplement timing

General Food Guidance to ensure you’re consuming enough real food

Claire Shorenstein (MS, RD, CSSD) is a distance runner and board-certified Sports Dietitian with over a decade of experience working with teenage and adult athletes from the recreational to elite level. Through her virtual private practice, Eat for Endurance, she helps busy, active people learn how to fuel themselves for health and performance while navigating the challenges of everyday life. Claire also hosts The Eat for Endurance Podcast, which provides evidence-based guidance, inspiring athlete stories, and practical tips on various nutrition topics to fuel better, crush your endurance goals, and thrive as a human being.

Check out Claire’s nutrition membership service, Fuel for Life Crew (https://www.eatforendurance.com/fuel-for-life-crew) and free nutrition downloads (https://www.eatforendurance.com/free-nutrition-resources) 

You can also connect with Claire online through her website and IG! 

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Coach Amber is back on the podcast! This episode is all about running gears - SPEED!

How to develop speed gears

Why they are important for runners to master

How to implement in a workout

Common mistakes that runners make when adding speed to their workouts

Our Favorite Speedy Sessions to add to your training

And so much more! 

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Kristy Naumann, a registered dietitian specializing in runner nutrition, also known as @MarathonNutritionist!

Kristy and Sara dive into the challenges many runners face when it comes to GI distress during training and racing including:

The most common causes of GI distress 

Why do athletes get nauseous after a run? 

How can athletes identify the specific triggers for their GI issues?

General dietary strategies to prevent GI distress during training and racing

The role of stress and how it plays in GI issues during exercise

The difference between summer and winter running

Good fueling options for pre, during and post run/workouts for a happy gut

And so much more!

Follow Kristy:

Website |  IG

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Ever taken a break from running and wondered how to get back on track safely? Elisabeth Scott from Running Explained shares her journey of returning to running after a hiatus, offering practical tips and insights to help you do the same. Whether you've hit pause due to life, injury, or burnout, this episode is here to guide and inspire you!

In this Episode, We Dive Into:

Normalizing taking breaks from running

What categories “taking a break” rather than an extended rest period

How to return to run safety

How to incorporate a strength training routine in your return to run plan

Should you run on effort? 

Should you run on time on feet or mileage

The physical and mental challenges when returning to running

And the thing Elisabeth was most surprised about when she returned to running after a hiatus! 

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Jonah Rosner, Running Scientist is on the podcast this week! 

Jonah is an applied sports scientist, and strength and running coach based in Brooklyn, NY. Jonah spent the past 10 years working with athletes and teams from all major American Professional Team sports.

In this week’s episode, Jonah breaks down the current running fads in the market and if they are worth the hype based on scientific research.

We discuss:

Ketones

Tart Cherry Juice

Creatine

Bi-carbonate Sodium

Caffeine

Double Threshold Sessions

Heart Rate Wrist vs Chest/Arm Strap 

Intermediate Fasting (and how to carb load) and the things that runners SHOULD consume for a stronger training and racing performance

Follow  Jonah on IG and subscribe to his science-backed newsletter online at https://marathonscience.beehiiv.com/subscribe 

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Meghann Featherstun is back on the podcast this week! 

Meghann is here to help us understand how aging impacts our fueling needs by answering questions like:

What are our biggest fears around aging and nutrition?

How do our energy needs change as we get older?

What is the most important macro to change?

What are the benefits of increasing this macro?

How much should we increase this macro per meal / daily?

What does the recovery window time look like after workouts and long runs?

Easy-to-consume nutrition ideas and easy-to-make recipes

And more! 

Looking for more fueling guidance? Check out Episode 87 of the Elevate Your Running Podcast with Meghann - How to Fuel Your Way Through Training and Racing with Meghann Featherstun.

Connect with Meghann online through her website and IG.

Find her group training program here

Find the sodium and hydration calculator here.

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⁠Skratch Labs⁠ - 20% off with code Elevate24

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As we look ahead to 2025, we need to also look back on 2024.

Questions to ask yourself:

Are you looking to get stronger, faster, and experience new levels in your running? Partner with the Elevate Your Running coaches who listen, care, and create plans for you to feel strong, fast, and love the process! 

Find all our coaching options at https://elevateyourrunning.com/1%3A1-virtual-coaching 

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Coach Amber is back on the podcast to discuss off-season ideas to maintain fitness during a busy holiday season! 

Motivation can be low this time of the year, especially if you don’t have a race on the calendar! We dive into:

What is an off-season?

Ways to maintain some level of fitness as you head into the new year, ready to tackle your goals! 

We also share FOUR must-try holiday workouts solo or with a group! 

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If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. 

PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:

⁠Dynamic Runner:⁠ SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscription

Blenders Eyewear - ELEVATEYOURRUNNING for 20% off your order

⁠Skratch Labs⁠ - 20% off with code Elevate24

The Feed -⁠ ⁠⁠ $20 in Feed.com credit every quarter⁠

⁠Senita’s Athletes:⁠ SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 15% off your entire order