THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST

Today is one of the most accomplished coaches in NCAA history, Coach Sean Carlson.

Coach Sean Carlson leads the men's and women's cross country and distance programs at the University of Tennessee. Carlson brings with him a decade of experience at Notre Dame, where he transformed their distance group into a national powerhouse. Under his guidance, Notre Dame athletes achieved impressive records, including four American collegiate records, 13 school records, 29 NCAA All-America performances, two NCAA records, and three NCAA championships. Carlson's success extended to both the men's and women's teams, with the Irish men winning three ACC Cross Country Championship titles and achieving top-10 finishes at the NCAA Cross Country Championships. His coaching expertise has also helped athletes qualify for the NCAA Outdoor Championships and claim titles, including the NCAA outdoor title in the 10,000 meters. 

In his career he has coached athletes such as Yared Nuguse, Dylan Jacobs, Yaseen Abdalla among others. 

In today's conversation, Coach Carlson shares his in-depth thoughts on culture, buy-in, belief, what it takes to be great, coaching Yared, Dylan, and Yaseen, and many other subjects. This episode was absolutely fantastic and I learned a lot from it. Coach Carlson is full of wisdom and you will walk away with practical lessons and tools to take your running and program to the next level. 

This is one of the best episodes we've ever released and I hope you'll take the time to listen and soak up wisdom from today's conversation. 

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Today on the podcast is Taylor Rohatinsky!

Taylor Rohatinsky has established herself as a notable athlete at Brigham Young University (BYU), ranking fifth all-time in the women's indoor mile with a time of 4:33.79. She played a crucial role in achieving a school record and national-qualifying time of 10:49.24 this past indoor season. Coming from a family with a strong running background, her uncle Josh Rohatinsky was the 2006 NCAA Men's Cross Country Individual National Champion. Taylor herself has achieved impressive rankings at BYU, including third all-time in the 5000m, fourth in the 10,000m, and seventh in the indoor 3000m. Before attending BYU, Taylor excelled in high school track and field, winning multiple championships and setting records in the 800m, 1600m, and 3200m events. She has a strong academic background, receiving various academic honors while participating in multiple sports. Taylor's dedication to athletics and impressive achievements make her a standout athlete both on and off the track.

In today's episode we deconstruct Taylor's incredible story. From her late start in the sport, to her flourishing over the past two years of doing it, her story is nothing short of amazing. We also bring on special guest Sadie Engelhardt for some fun light subjects and exclusive stories.

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Today on the podcast is my very fast friend Sophia Kennedy!

Sophia Kennedy has slowly cemented herself as one of the greatest runners in Indiana state history. Last fall, Sophia placed seventh at the Nike Cross Nationals, a week after taking second at the Champs Sports Midwest Region Championships. Sophia is a two-time qualifier for the Eastbay National Cross Country Championships, placing seventh in 2021. Sophia, the daughter of U.S. distance great Bob Kennedy, was fifth in the two-mile at the 2021 Brooks PR Invitational and eighth in 2022. Running for Park Tudor School in Indianapolis, Sophia was second in the 3,200 at the 2022 Indiana state track finals and third in the state in cross country this fall. This indoor season, Sophia placed fourth in the Mile at Nike Indoor Nationals, running 4:45.60.

This outdoor season Sophia became the Indiana State Champion in the 3200m and placed fourth in the Brooks PR 3200m, running a personal best time of 9:57.09. Others may know Sophia's dad, Bob Kennedy, a two-time Olympian who set American Records and won four NCAA titles while at Indiana University. Sophia is committed to run for Stanford University this Fall. 

In this conversation, Sophia shares her journey in the sport, the highs and lows of her high school career, what made Stanford stand out, and much more. Today's conversation is very fun and insightful! I hope you all enjoy it as much as we did having it.

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Today on the podcast is NCAA Champion & Professional Runner for Adidas, Will Sumner!

Will recently competed at the 2023 USATF Track & Field Championships in the 800m a few weeks after winning his first NCAA title in Austin, Texas, where he ran a school record of 1:46.00 in the semifinal round and then a 1:44.26 to collect Georgia's first NCAA outdoor 800m title. This past weekend he placed fifth in the 800m at the US Championships.

In high school, Will left an indelible mark in the world of track and field. He dominated the 400m event, winning the GHSA 7A state title as a junior, and also set a state record of 45.78 seconds. Additionally, his versatility went through in the 800m category, where he held impressive all-time U.S. indoor and outdoor rankings.

In this conversation, Will goes deep into his story, journey, and the incredible past year of results. Through Will's story and dedication, you will be inspired to chase after those goals you once thought to be impossible.

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Today on the podcast is your 2023 US National Champion in the Steeple as well as your 2023 NCAA 3k Steeple Men's Champion, Kenneth Rooks!

Kenneth Rooks is a standout athlete in the NCAA and now, after winning his first US title, in the world. Having just won his first NCAA title in Austin, accomplishing multiple All-American honors and multiple top-10 records at Brigham Young University, he has established himself as a formidable force. Rooks excels in the steeplechase and played a crucial role in BYU's record-breaking Distance Medley Relay team. He has also made his mark academically and through his missionary service in Uganda and Utah. His high school accolades, including state championships and record-breaking performances, foreshadowed his collegiate success. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, Kenneth Rooks is leaving an indelible mark on the world of collegiate athletics.

In this episode, Kenneth walks me through his incredible performance at the NCAA Championships, his faith and mission, his start in the sport, future ambitions, and more. I learned a lot from this conversation and had a great time talking with Kenneth. I hope you all enjoy!

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Today on the podcast is the one and only Olivia Markezich!

Olivia is an extraordinary athlete who has left an indelible mark in the NCAA. Her biggest accomplishments include winning the 3000M steeplechase at the 2023 NCAA Championships with a remarkable time of 9:25.03, setting a facility record at the University of Texas. She has excelled in various other events, such as the 5000M, and showcased her versatility in indoor competitions, earning a national runner-up in the 3000M and contributing to her team's success in the distance medley relay. Olivia's outstanding performances in cross country have also been notable, with a top-eight finish at the NCAA Championships and victories at the NCAA Great Lakes Region Cross Country Championships. Her dedication, talent, and versatility have established her as a formidable force in collegiate athletics.

In today's episode, Olivia shares her story and journey in the sport and all the ups and downs along the way. We dive deep into her career into Notre Dame, and discuss all that led up to her NCAA Championship performance. This episode was inspiring and I loved getting to hear Olivia's ambition and dedication to the sport. I know you'll walk away from this one all the more motivated and inspired to chase after your biggest goals.

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Fresh off of making history, Ky Robinson returns to the podcast!

Ky made history in Austin Texas this past June by winning the dirty double in dominate fashion. With a 54 second last lap, Ky won the 10k with teammate and former podcast guest Charles Hicks right behind in second. Just two days later, Ky ran it back (no pun-intended) and won the 5k with a 55 second last lap cementing himself in history as one of the few to win the double.

For those who aren't familiar with Ky, he is an accomplished athlete with numerous achievements in track and field. He is a multi-time All-American and has competed in the World Championships for both track and field and cross country. Ky holds multiple records at Stanford, including the steeplechase and indoor 3,000 and 5,000. He is also the record-holder for the under-20 steeplechase in Australia and Oceania. Ky has been part of championship-winning teams, such as the West Region XC team and Pac-12 XC team. In addition to his athletic success, Ky has received academic honors and awards for his outstanding performance both on and off the track.

Today's conversation is one of my favorite from the past few months. Ky breaks down his season in full and his incredible performances at NCAAs. We dive into his training, mindset, and more. We also discuss if he'll return to Palo Alto this Fall, his ambitions the rest of the season, and wearing long socks in Austin heat.

Tap in to the Ky Robinson Special.

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Today on the podcast is the biggest up and coming star in the world of Track and Field, Cordell Tinch.

Just a year ago, Cordell Tinch wasn't in college, yet alone competing in the NCAA. Flash forward to present day, Cordell has set the track on fire winning NCAA titles, making Bowerman Watchlists, and running World-Leading times. Cordell's story is nothing short of inspiring and I thoroughly enjoyed going through it with him on today's podcast.

In this conversation, Cordell takes us through his incredible journey; the ups, downs, and everything in-between. His story is sure to impact, inspire, and motivate you. Tap in.

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Jennifer Ho is a highly accomplished Registered Dietatian with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, a minor in Nutrition, and a Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics with a Sports Nutrition emphasis. She is a Registered Dietitian in the United States. Jennifer has worked with notable organizations such as the Utah Jazz NBA team, the University of Utah Athletics (Ski & Men's Tennis), the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, and the USA Volleyball Indoor National Teams. With her expertise and dedication, Jennifer Ho provides valuable nutritional guidance to optimize the performance and well-being of athletes at various levels, making a significant impact on their success in sports.

Jen's philosophy around fueling and nutrition is worth listening to and learning from. In this episode, Jen dives into some specific topics surrounding nutrition and what proper nutrition looks like. We also discuss the powerful science behind blackcurrants and how the affect performance. I know you'll walk away from this conversation learning many new things about nutrition!

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Back like they never left, the villains return to the podcast...

After a dominant month of June, where records were broken, and championships were won, all three of us knew we had to run it back on the podcast. 

In summary, since we last spoke, Simeon won the Brooks PR 2-Mile, ran a 3:37 1500m, qualifying him for his first US Championship, and won the Nike Outdoor Nationals Mile. Connor, on the other hand, placed second in the Brooks PR 2-Mile, pushing Simeon to the line running 8:34, placed fourth in the Nike Outdoor National Mile, and ran another 5k. 

Connor plans on taking another stab at the 5k in Europe soon and Simeon will take on the best of the best in the US next week in Eugene, Oregon, for the USATF Champs.

In today's conversation, Connor and Simeon recap a wild last month of racing and everything in-between. They share exclusive stories, insights, and of course, plenty of banter. Today's episode is much like their past month of racing: one for the history books.

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