Up and Running Podcast

In this episode, I share an awesome trail to run in the city of Boulder, CO, Lion's Lair Spur trail. Check out the website all trails at this link to learn more about the trail. http://alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/lions-lair-trailI also share my experience at the Woodbridge Cross Country Classic invitational that took place last week at the OC Great Park in Irvine, CA the largest High School Cross Country Invitational in the country! In my "That's Crazy Good" food segment I featu...

In this episode I take you along on two great runs I've done recently. The first is Sabino Canyon in Tucson, Arizona and the second is Treasure Island in Laguna Beach, CA. These are two very different runs but both are outstanding and something you should put on your running bucket list! In my "That's Crazy Good", food segment I highlight the outstanding food from Bosscat Kitchen and Libations. I went to their location in Orange, CA and it was sooooo good! Click the link below to check out th...

Hey friends, in this episode I interview Bella Frisone, Emma Hadley and Ethan Flores members of the Canyon High School (Anaheim Hills) Varsity Cross Country and Track teams. We talk about their recent performances at the Sundown Showdown and Mustang Run Track meets as well as race strategy, running rivals in the past and this season and their college plans. I also let them take over the "That's Crazy", food segment by sharing their favorite places to eat! This is a longer episode perfect for ...

In this episode I interview Dylan Horon and Jason Gutierrez two members of the Canyon High School (Anaheim Hills, CA) Varsity Cross Country Team. Canyon High School Cross Country competes in the highly competitive Division 2 segment. We talk about their season, winning OC Championships getting psyched up for training and races, running gear and their goals for this coming track season. In my, "That's Crazy Good", food segment I share the savory food of El Pollo Inka in Torrance, CA. ...

In this episode, I share my running experience at City Park in Denver, CO. This is a truly great place to do a run. When you're in Denver stop off here and get some miles in. In my, "That's Crazy Good", food segment, I highight the great food from Porto's Cafe and Bakery. https://www.portosbakery.com/ From the pastries and wonderful cakes to the Plato de Lechon that I absolutely love! You will love their food! Listen in as I share some of my favorite items from this So Cal gem!

In this episode, I'm joined by my friend and former teammate, Steve Frisone. Steve Frisone ran XC and Track at CSUF and still holds the school record in the 1500m with a time of 3:48.98! Wow that's fast! We talk about his start in the sport of running and then on to his college and post college running. He currently splits head coaching duties with his wife Heather Frisone (CSUF XC All-American) for the Canyon High School (Anaheim Hills, CA) boys and girls XC and Track teams. In my, "Tha...

In this episode I discuss winter running and highlight some of the specific gear I wear during rainy runs. I pass on some tips on staying dry and comfortable during wet runs so you can stay focused and finish those training runs when the weather is anything but perfect. I've posted links to each of the pieces of gear I discuss below. In my, "That's Crazy Good" food segment I highlight the great food from The Kolache Factory located in Tustin, CA. A kolache is a pastry filled with fruit ...

In this episode of the Up and Running Podcast, I'm bringing you another great run to do in the O.C., Peters Canyon Regional Park in Orange, CA. https://www.ocparks.com/parks/peters I also talk about the importance of safety when running at night and feature some great strobe lights I'm using by Nathan. https://www.nathansports.com/collections/safety/products/strobe-light-led-safety-light-clip-lime-punch-classic-green In my, "That's Crazy Good", food segment I highlight the great fo...

In this episode of the Up and Running Podcast I share 3 runs you can do in the OC (Orange County, CA). These runs are all trail runs that will take you near the beach and even near a redwood forest. The 3 runs are Newport Back Bay Loop, Carbon Canyon Regional Park/Chino Hills State Park and Deer Canyon Preserve in Anaheim Hills, CA. https://alltrails.com/trail/us/california/newport-beach-back-bay-trailhttps://www.ocparks.com/parks/carbonhttps://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/deer-canyo...

In this episode we discuss the running boom since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Yes, the lockdown has gotten people jump started to run! Check out #runningisnotcanceled to see just how many people are adopting this mantra. In my, "That's Crazy Good", food segment I highlight the fantastic ambiance and food of the White House Anaheim.https://anaheimwhitehouse.com/Chef/Owner Bruno Serato has been a mainstay celebrity chef based in Anaheim for many years now. Not only is he known for his w...