Welcome to The RUNEGADE Podcast. Each episode, we set off to explore the human connection with running and endurance sport, through conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd Marentette.

Episode 45: Hot Takes and Short Shorts

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Dive into the world of running superstitions, rituals, and gear. This episode explores the quirky habits and beliefs that runners hold and we cover all the trails from gear, to bloody nipples, to chafing and modern gadgets. Sharing personal anecdotes about running in unusual places and nearly getting arrested at a London Marathon shakeout run. The episode is filled with humor, insights, and practical tips for both seasoned marathoners and casual runners.

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• ​Mark on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Harvey on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altra_harvey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Welcome to The RUNEGADE Podcast. Each episode, we set off to explore the human connection with running and endurance sport, through conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd Marentette.

Episode 44: Alex Hutchinson becomes a RUNEGADE.

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"If you stick with running long enough, and you rack up a bunch of goals that you've achieved, you realize none of them was the ultimate destination you were looking for." - Alex

Find more Alex:

• Alex's Website⁠
• ​Alex on Threads: ⁠⁠⁠@sweat_science⁠⁠⁠
• ​Alex on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@sweat_science⁠⁠⁠
• ​Alex on X: ⁠⁠⁠@sweatscience⁠⁠

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• ​Mark on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Harvey on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altra_harvey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Welcome to The RUNEGADE Podcast. Each episode, we set off to explore the human connection with running and endurance sport, through conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd Marentette.

Episode: 43 Cyrus | The Mental Level, becomes a RUNEGADE.

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"Meditation transforms mental fitness" - Cyrus

Do you feel that life has become too fast? Are you constantly looking back, or thinking ahead? Is your mind racing? Is running giving you the same health benefits as your first few runs? This was a special episode for us and we know it will be for you.

Mental fitness is the way, it's not a hack - there is no hack.

Cyrus, is a trailblazing voice in mental wellness whose journey from overcoming personal challenges to inspiring millions embodies the spirit of resilience and growth and we set off to unpack his story and insights, blending his expertise with the runner’s mindset of endurance and discipline.

Why this is a must-listen? Just like a runner laces up and hits the pavement with purpose, Cyrus approaches mental fitness with the same relentless drive and clarity. His philosophy mirrors the rhythm of a long run—steady, intentional, and transformative helping you build mental stamina to conquer life’s challenges.

In this episode, we’ll explore how Cyrus’s journey, from navigating ADHD to creating a meditation empire, parallels the grit and flow of running, offering practical wisdom to elevate your mind and spirit. Expect raw, heartfelt dialogue, actionable strategies, and a dose of inspiration to help you run your mental race with strength and grace.

Cyrus has over 350 YouTube videos, he has helped professional athletes and countless amateurs - he can help you too.

We thank Cyrus for becoming a RUNEGADE.

Find More Cyrus:

• Cyrus | The Mental Level Website

• Get Started Here: 15-minute Body Scan
• Instagram: @thementallevel
• TikTok: @thementallevel
• YouTube: @TheMentalLevel

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• ​Todd on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altramarathonman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Mark on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Harvey on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altra_harvey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Welcome to The RUNEGADE Podcast. Each episode, we set off to explore the human connection with running and endurance sport, through conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd Marentette.

Episode 42: Ellie Greenwood, record setting ultra running legend, becomes a RUNEGADE.

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"This might not apply to everybody, but do a bit less than you think you can" - Ellie Greenwood

Ultra running legend Ellie Greenwood offers an inspiring dive into the mindset of one of the sport's most resilient champions, whose record-breaking feats like winning the Comrades Marathon and the Western States 100 miler, twicer reveal the secrets to conquering extreme physical and mental challenges.

You'll learn practical strategies for building unbreakable endurance, overcoming self-doubt during grueling races, and applying her disciplined training philosophies to achieve personal goals in running or beyond.

From training to memorable races, Ellie shares her insights on running, ultra marathons, and coaching. She reflects on her personal experiences, the evolution of nutrition in ultra running, and the importance of building confidence as a runner.

We thank Ellie for joining us and becoming a RUNEGADE.

More Ellie here:

• Instagram: @elliejgreenwood
• Coaching: Sharmin Ultra Coaching

In a world of runners, be a RUNEGADE.

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• ​Email: [email protected]
• ​Todd on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altramarathonman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Mark on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Harvey on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@altra_harvey⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Episode 41: Maddi Leblanc, Top Ranked Stand-up Paddleboarding Athlete, becomes a RUNEGADE

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On this episode, Maddi Leblanc, a three-time Canadian national stand-up paddleboarding champion and Team Canada athlete shares her story and at 27, she's only just begun.

Discover how Maddi's journey from competitive soccer to swimming to surfing and SUPing parallels the endurance and mental strength required in running. Maddi shares her unique training regimen, which incorporates running to enhance her paddleboarding performance - spoiler alert, it's not all in the arms.

Whether you're a runner, a surfer, or a paddleboarder, Maddi's story is sure to inspire your next adventure and we thank Maddi for becoming a RUNEGADE.

Find more Maddi:

• Website
• Instagram
• Rise and Glide Podcast

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• ​Email: [email protected]
• ​Todd on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altramarathonman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Mark on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Harvey on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@altra_harvey⁠⁠⁠
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Episode 40: Rachel Hannah, Canadian Running Star becomes a RUNEGADE

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In this episode of The RUNEGADE Podcast, Rachel Hannah, a Canadian distance running powerhouse, Registered Dietician, and elite marathoner running for Saucony, shares her inspiring journey in the world of running.

A Georgia State University alum with an IOC Diploma in Sports Nutrition, she empowers athletes through her private practice. Discover her running journey, and insights on overcoming adversity, optimizing performance, and fuelling for success. Perfect for runners, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone seeking inspiration to live healthier and chase their goals.

Throughout the conversation, Rachel highlights how consistency, running all the distances and the discovering the simple joys in running have helped her unlock her potential, and how it can help you too.

We thank Rachel for becoming a RUNEGADE.

More Rachel:

• Personalized Nutrition Coaching: Website
• Instagram: @rachelhannahrd

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• ​Todd on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altramarathonman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Mark on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Harvey on Instagram: ⁠⁠@altra_harvey⁠⁠
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Episode 39: Jason Fitzgerald, from Strength Running becomes a RUNEGADE

This episode is dedicated to the 5km - whether it's your first, or you're out hunting for a fresh new Personal Best - Jason will help you run your fastest 5km.

Welcome to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The RUNEGADE Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: each episode we explore the human connection with running, through meaningful conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd Marentette.

Jason Fitzgerald is a USATF running coach, 2h 39 minute marathoner, and the host of the award-winning Strength Running Podcast - one of the top running and endurance podcasts on the planet. He's the 2017 Men's Running Magazine's Influencer of the Year and his work has appeared in Runner's World, Health Magazine, The Washington Post, Lifehacker, and other major media.

The 5K is a crucial distance for new runners, it's that gateway race that new runners get a taste of, which can launch you into life long journey of longer distances.

Coach Jason shares elite level insights and proven training strategies the 5K, and stresses how you getting faster at the 5k, can unlock Personal Bests at all longer distances.

Thank to Fitz, a new friend of the Podcast, and we are ready to build a foundation of speed in a healthy and sustainable way - are you?

More Jason:

• ​Strength Running
• ​⁠iTunes⁠⁠
• ​Spotify⁠
• ​YouTube
• ​X: ⁠@JasonFitz1⁠
• ​Instagram: ⁠@jasonfitz1⁠

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• ​Email: [email protected]
• ​Todd on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altramarathonman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Mark on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Harvey on Instagram: ⁠@altra_harvey⁠
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Welcome to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The RUNEGADE Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: each episode we explore the human connection with running, through meaningful conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd Marentette

Episode 38: Joe Clark and Gillian House, owners of Thrive Protein, become RUNEGADES

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On this episode: Gillian House and Joe Clark from Thrive Protein discuss the critical aspects of nutrition for runners. They explore common mistakes runners make regarding their diet, the importance of macronutrients and micronutrients, and how to effectively fuel for performance.

We dive into the benefits of creatine, the role of electrolytes in hydration, and the significance of a diverse diet rich in whole foods. It's all about understanding your nutritional needs and making informed choices to enhance your running experience.

This episode is sponsored by Peluva the revolutionary footwear brand dedicated to enhancing the health of your feet. Peluva creates running and lifestyle shoes that allow your feet to move naturally, promoting better balance and posture - check them out, your feet will thank you.

Find More Thrive Here:

• Thrive on Instagram: @thrive_protein

• Macronutrient Calculator for Runners
• The Thrive Story
• Free Gym Training Guide
• Free 5km Training Program
• Blog | How Much Protein Do Runners Need
• Fitness Blog

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Connect with Mark, Harvey and Todd:

• ​Email: [email protected]
• ​Todd on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altramarathonman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Mark on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Harvey on Instagram: @altra_harvey
• ​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RUNEGADE on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

Welcome to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The RUNEGADE Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: each episode we explore the human connection with running, through meaningful conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd Marentette

Episode 37: Josh Stiles, founder & owner of Shamma Sandals becomes a RUNEGADE.

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There are two sure fire ways to improve your running, your life: healthy feet and natural running, the way we are designed to run. For us, running in sandals is the best way to accomplish both.

Enter Shamma Sandals: here to help us move better, run longer, stronger and maybe faster, if that's your thing. We welcome back Josh Stiles, founder of Shamma Sandals, to dive deeper into minimalist footwear, innovations in sandal design, and the philosophy behind barefoot running. From how to start your barefoot running journey to 3 simple tips to run and move better - we cover it all with Josh.

Shamma Sandals is located in Santa Cruz, California - run by family and friends. Their extensive footwear offerings are made in the USA and we discuss their new Pacific Avenue sandal.

More Josh and Shamma Sandals:

Get Your Shamma Sandals | The Pacific Avenue

Shamma on Instagram

You'll learn

- How to begin your Natural Running journey and why it's the key you might be overlooking

- All about their new Pacific Avenue sandal, designed to be the perfect everyday sandal, challenging traditional flip-flops

- How to smoothly transitioning to barefoot running and it can be easier than many think.

- The importance of standing tall and relaxed while running.

- The common challenges and successes of running in sandals.

- How running in sandals can lead to a more enjoyable and connected experience with the environment.

In a world of runners, be a RUNEGADE and run in Shamma's!

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Connect with Mark and Todd:

• ​Email: [email protected]
• ​Todd on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altramarathonman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Mark on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Welcome to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The RUNEGADE Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: each episode we explore the human connection with running, through meaningful conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd Marentette, and we're joined by special guest host Harvey Steinhoff.

Episode 36: Run Group becomes a RUNEGADE

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In this episode of the RUNEGADE Podcast, Todd and special guest host Harvey discuss The Tips for Group Run Etiquette an article by Caroline Bermel and hosted on the Fleet Feet website - we see these at the 10 Rules of Run Club.

The conversation highlights the growing popularity of running and encourages listeners to find their local running club to enhance their running experience.

Two local running clubs:

• Shores of Erie Runing Club
• Dub City Runners

In a world of runners, be RUNEGADE.

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Connect with Mark, Todd and Harvey:

• ​Email: [email protected]
• ​Todd on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altramarathonman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ​Mark on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Harvey on Instagram: @altra_harvey
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