The Relentless Runners Podcast

Welcome back to episode 30!

In this episode, Christine and Toni talk about all things Carbon Fiber Plated Shoes including the history of them, benefits, how to introduce them, and things to look out for if wearing Carbon plated shoes. 

00:30 - Intro to today’s topics

01:50  - What are carbon plated shoes?

06:40 - History of the carbon plated shoe era

12:39 - The science behind these shoes

17:12 - Performance benefits

24:16 - Links to injuries

32:39 - How to introduce them into rotation

34:07 - How long do these shoes last before retirement? 

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Welcome back to episode 29! In this episode, Christine and Toni answered 3 listener questions including:

1:13 - Christine’s training updates

9:26 - Toni’s training updates

16:00 - Intro to today’s topics

16:20 - How many days a week do you need to train for a marathon?

24:21 - How much do speed workouts actually help running?

34:43 - How do I know if I’m ready to run a Boston Qualifying time?

Link mentioned for Boston Qualifying times: https://www.baa.org/races/boston-marathon/qualify

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Welcome back to episode 28! This episode is all about the updates on Toni and Christine’s training and life or a.k.a. Corral Chronicles.

Listen in as they talk about their past week of running, some changes Toni has made in her running, and more!

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Welcome back to episode 27!

In this episode, Toni and Christine get raw and transparent about issues they each, along with other runners, face with comparison to areas like paces, training, body composition, and life. They also share tips on how to move past some of those issues with comparison. This is a longer one than usual but a really good listen.

1:10 - Christine’s training updates

7:01 - Toni’s training updates

20:47 - Intro into today’s topic

22:40 - Experiences with comparisons to ourselves

35:45 - Comparison of paces to others

43:42 - Tips for comparison of paces

48:05 - Comparison of training to others

52:34 - Tips for comparison of training

54:36 - Comparison of your body to others

1:09:47 - Tips for comparison of your body

1:15:35 - Comparison of material things to others

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Welcome back to episode 26!

Today Toni and Christine share with you how to tackle the HILLS!

After they catch you up on their Corral Chronicles, the dive into why hills are beneficial, form cues for both uphill and downhill, workouts for each, and more. 

1:16 - Christine’s training updates

14:32 - Toni’s training updates

27:00 - Intro into how to run hills

27:37 - Uphill form cues

34:20 - Benefits of uphill running

44:22 - Effort and pace for uphill running

47:36 - Uphill workouts

57:05 - Downhill form cues

1:00:06 - Benefits of downhill running

1:03:00 - Downhill workouts

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Welcome back to episode 25!

Today Toni and Christine catch you all up on their personal training, how their running is going, and their thoughts on the Awesomesauce scandal! 

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Welcome back to episode 24!

Today’s episode is all about the Bayshore Marathon!! Last year, Toni ran the Bayshore Marathon and has ALL the details of the weekend. Not only did she run it but she also used to live in Traverse City. She gives the details on the weekend, the expo, the course itself, the restaurants, where she stayed, the weather, etc. 

This is a great episode if you are looking to run Bayshore and want the ins and outs of the race! 

1:14  - Toni’s Corral Chronicles

8:15 - Christine’s Corral Chronicles

18:00 - Intro to today’s topic

18:47 - Toni’s WHY behind this race 

20:08 - Race specs

25:03 - Travel to Bayshore

33:59 - Food recommendations 

41:31 - Thursday and Friday leading up to the race

44:44 - Race day logistics

57:20 - Weather expectations

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You can find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.relentlessrunners.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

RR IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@relentlessrunners⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Welcome back to episode 23!

Today is part 2 of the Bump Runner series!! This episode Christine dives into pregnancy running with tips, advice, what to know, how to know you are done running while pregnant, and so much more. This is a jam packed episode with a lot of good information for any pregnant running mamas or soon to be!

:54 - Toni’s Corral Chronicles

7:07 - Christine’s Corral Chronicles

14:50 - Christine’s background in prenatal fitness

15:42 - Introduction of today’s topic of pregnancy running

19:49 - Myth #1 of pregnancy fitness

22:30 - Myth #2 of pregnancy fitness

23:46 - Myth #3 of pregnancy fitness

26:25 - What are some benefits to exercising while pregnant?

35:35 - What are some things a pregnant running mama can focus on during her journey?

43:00 - What are some things a pregnant runner can look out for?

43:49 - Yellow flags to be aware of

48:50 - Red flags to be aware of

53:57 - What would you tell a mom who wants to run through her pregnancy?

1:03:15 - What’s one lesson you’ve learned during your pregnancies or parenting journey?

To learn more about Bump Runner and the programs we offer, please visit www.relentlessrunners.com/join/bumprunner 

Products mentioned in the podcast

Belly Bands:

Bao Bei Bands - https://www.baobeibody.com/collections/all-products/products/copy-of-probump-pregnancy-belly-support-band-black 

ReCore Fitness Split Belt - https://www.recorefitness.com/store/maternity-fitsplint 

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You can find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.relentlessrunners.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

RR IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@relentlessrunners⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Christine's IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@chrissy.nich.runs

Welcome back to episode 22! Today is an extended Corral Chronicles!! We are just catching up on how our training is going, our thoughts on Dunkin’ v. Starbies, how our running is going, etc. Catch up with us!! 

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Toni's IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@tonikengor⁠⁠⁠⁠

Christine's IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@chrissy.nich.runs

Welcome back to episode 21!

Today we want to share with you how to stand up for yourself as a runner. We know it can be hard to advocate for yourself, say no to friends, speak up for what you need, etc. So we are going to work you through 4 scenarios that we see happen and how to handle them when they come up!

:44 - Christine’s Corral Chronicles 

3:30 - Toni’s Corral Chronicles

17:26 - How to stand up for yourself as a runner intro

18:23 - When a friend runs too fast during a run

25:05 - When you are planning to run a race with a friend side by side

29:29 - When traveling to a race with non-runner friends/family

35:09 - How to say no to a friend who wants to run with you

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You can find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.relentlessrunners.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

RR IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@relentlessrunners⁠⁠⁠⁠

Toni's IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@tonikengor⁠⁠⁠⁠

Christine's IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@chrissy.nich.runs