Up and Running Podcast

In this episode I discuss coffee's effect on your running. I'm a daily coffee drinker and I take coffee before some of my runs. How does coffee affect runners? Listen in and find out. In my, "That's Crazy Good", food segment I highlight the great coffee at Bodhi Leaf Coffee (https://www.bodhileafcoffee.com/).
As an ambassador of the Plymouth Rock "N" Run Turkey Trot this year I have a special promo code that will give you $5 off any non-kids run registration. The promo code is Paul5off. The race takes place on Thanksgiving Day November 28, 2019 in the city of Anaheim, CA. Register for the race here (https://www.plymouthrun.com/)

In this episode called Music or Podcast on your run, which one? I discuss some of the reasons people choose to run with music or to listen to podcasts while they run. I also cite some of the research out there on how music and podcasting makes people feel more "in the zone" during their runs. In my, "That's Crazy Good", food segment I feature the Crazy Good tacos I had at Cali Tacos in Orange, CA. http://www.calitacos.com/
As am ambassador for this year's Plymouth Rock 'N' Run Turkey Trot taking place on Thursday November 28th, 2019 in Anaheim, CA I am able to offer you, my loyal listeners a special promo code that will give you $5 off any non-kids race registration. Visit https://www.plymouthrun.com/registration to register today! On this episode I mention some running podcasts that I enjoy listening to.
You can find them here: The Shakeout Podcast https://theshakeoutpodcast.simplecast.fm/
C Tolle Run: https://www.ctollerun.com/category/podcast/
Podcast Junkies: A great podcast that features interesting podcast hosts and tells their stories and also passes on great information on starting a podcast. Hosted by Harry Duran.https://podcastjunkies.com/

In this episode of the Up and Running Podcast I share how my idea of starting a podcast came about. I also share what the process is in starting your own podcast. Who knows, maybe you are thinking of starting your own show too! I also discuss treadmill running, something I do a lot!
In my, "That's Crazy Good" food segment I highlight the great food I had at Milton's Deli in Del Mar, CA. https://miltonsdeli.com/
Please leave a review and subscribe to the show! As an ambassador for the Plymouth Rock 'N' Run Turkey Trot I am able to pass on a special promo code to you my listeners. Use the promo code Paul5off and get $5 off any non-kids race! https://www.plymouthrun.com/

This episode is a compilation episode of some of the most popular Up and Running shows shows over the last few months. I revisit my interview with my friend and former CSUF teammate Mike Tansley. I also revisit my episode on running for time and not distance and using TECH to stay motivated to run. Enjoy this compilation episode! Please leave a review and subscribe to the show! As an ambassador for the Plymouth Rock 'N' Run Turkey Trot. Use my special promo code Paul5off and get $5 off any non-kids race! https://www.plymouthrun.com/

In this episode of the Up and Running Podcast I discuss some important racing tips. I get specific about the topics of Pacing, Positioning, Surging, Kicking, Fueling and more.....Whether you're a beginner runner or a veteran runner like myself this episode is relevant for you!
In my "That's Crazy Good", food segment I share the great food from Vivel Crepes and Coffee in Lakeway Texas! Check them out on their website at http://www.vivelcrepes.com/ Their food is absolutely amazing!
I'm excited to announce that I am an ambassador for the Plymouth Rock "N" Run Turkey Trot which takes place on Thanksgiving Day November 28,2019 in the city of Anaheim. The race is a 5k, 10k, 10 mile, Dog Walk, Kids Run and Tot Trot! This is a fast course so if you're looking to post a fast time this is a great race to do it at.  I have a special Promo Code for listeners of the Up and Running Podcast, it's Paul5off.  Use this code when you register for the race and get $5 off your registration for any non kids race! You can register at https://www.plymouthrun.com/registration

In this episode I discuss my top 5 favorite West Coast running spots. I also share
a Crazy Good place to eat called Cava. You can take a look at their menu at https://cava.com/

I also am excited to share that I am an ambassador for the upcoming Plymouth Rock 'n' Run Turkey Trot 5k/10k/10 mile race in Yorba Linda, CA this Thanksgiving Day, 11/28/2019. In the next few weeks I'll mention a discount code you can use when you register for the race. The race hosted by Research for Cure, is a volunteer staffed, grassroots event whose proceeds directly support Reeve-Irvine Research Center (RIRC) at UC Irvine.  America’s largest and most progressive spinal-cord injury research facility, RIRC is dedicated to advancing cures for spinal cord injuries, neuromuscular disease, and neurological disorders towards improving the lives of those who have experienced the debilitating effects of such injuries and illnesses. You can learn more about the race and register for it at https://www.plymouthrun.com/our-cause

I've posted some pictures of some of the locations and the food I've mentioned in the show on my Instagram (@runwitpaul) and my Facebook page (Paul Ventura).  

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In this episode I explore the popularity of this sport called running in the U.S. Is running as a sport big or small? How many women ran the NYC and Boston marathons last year?Listen in and hear the numbers. In my food segment, ‘That’s Crazy Good”, I share the Crazy Good angus burger I had at Earhart’s at the Hilton Oakland Airport Hotel. 

In this episode I discuss running’s affect on your mood. If you’ve had a stressful day does running help you feel better? It helps me and that’s one of the reasons I love it so much. Listen to the episode as I explore mindfulness and share a clinical study that supports that running does improve one’s mood. In my food segment, I highlight the Crazy Good food from Tacodeli out of AUSTIN, Texas. (www.tacodeli.com)

In this episode of the Up and Running Podcast I discuss the topic of Runner’s High. I have experienced it a few times. It is a really cool feeling!  In my “That’s Crazy Good food segment, I feature Bear’s Lair Tavern located at the University of California, Berkeley campus. (bearslairtavern.com) 

In this episode I have the pleasure of interviewing my friend and former CSUF teammate Mike Tansley. Mike is a 4 time Big West Champion, with 2 cross country titles and 2 steeplechase titles. He earned All American honors in the steeplechase and represented the USA at the IAAF World Road Relay Championships in Brazil. We discuss his start in the sport of running, what it was like competing in the steeplechase and words of advice for young runners who hope to run at the collegiate level. 
In my, “That’s Crazy Good” food segment I share my experience at Root Down in Denver, CO. (rootdowndenver.com)